So you don't dive. Well don't despair, while your acquatic partner is messing about in the water you could be enjoying;

Loch Fyne is a great area to explore and to which to bring your family. There is plenty to see and do, whether it's visiting a castle, museum or a wildlife park. There are sight-seeing trips, horse-riding and fishing for the non-divers in any party, and if you are energetic you can always go Munroe-hopping!

For non-divers the Loch Fyne area boasts some great attractions such as Inveraray Castle, Inveraray Jail and Kilmartin Glen, famous for its rich historical legacy. There are burial cairns, rock carvings, and standing stones, as well as the remains of the fortress of the Scots at Dunadd and three more recent castles. For other activities check with the Tourist Office on 01499 302063.

Food and drink;
Tarbert is a main centre of the Scottish shellfish industry and produces prawns, scallops, smoked salmon, squat lobster, kippers etc. You can find a feast at Prentice Seafoods near the Portavadie ferry terminal or Dougal Johnson’s near the tourist information centre in the village. If you fancy a warming whisky why not visit the Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown (booking essential).

Golf;
The Kintyre Peninsula is home to one of Scotland's most dramatic courses, Machrihanish. Visitors come from every part of the world to test its rolling links and famous opening hole. Its near neighbour, Dunaverty Golf Club is less demanding but offers superb views over the Mull of Kintyre to Ireland.
On the east of the peninsula, with views to the Isle of Arran, is Carradale Golf Club, a testing 9-hole with rocky outcrops. Tarbert Golf Club is a scenic nine hole parkland and woodland course. The views over West Loch Tarbert are spectacular. Tel: (01880) 820565

Fishing;
The glorious Mid-Argyll, Kintyre & Islay coastline is varied and extremely attractive to the sea angler with shingle and sandy beaches and rocky outcrops offering easy access. The coastline is indented with sheltered sea lochs and bays, where pier fishing is always popular, such as Inveraray on Loch Fyne, as it is on the islands.
Boats can be chartered in many of the larger ports for offshore fishing. Inland, Lochs Awe in the north and Lussa near Campbeltown are perhaps the best known in the area for trout and salmon, and a range of course fish.
There are also many fine rivers, including the Laggan on Islay and the Add near Lochgilphead, excellent for sea trout and salmon.

Walking;
Gentler than the landscapes to the north, Mid-Argyll and the Kintyre Peninsula are superb for family ramblings. There are plenty of forest trails with picnic areas. These include woodland walks above Ardrishaig with views over Loch Fyne and strolls along the towpaths of the Crinan Canal and, of course, a coastline with sweeping beaches and superb views across to the off-lying islands. A new addition in 2006 was the Kintyre Way, a series of walks beginning in Tarbert and ending in Southend.

Wildlife;
In Kintyre, wildlife abounds with many rocky shores playing host to colonies of grey and common seals. Several species of deer roam the hillsides, and even otters are common.
Likewise, the visitor can spot birds of prey breeding locally.

Horse riding;
From the beautiful scenery along the shores of Loch Fyne to the stunning beaches of the Kintyre Peninsula, the area offers some of the most spectacular riding and trekking opportunities to be found in Scotland.

Suggested riding establishments are;
Stonefield Farm, Tarbert, Argyll PA29 6YD. 01880 820333.

Cycling;
The mid Argyll and Kintyre is an area in which relatively relaxed cycling can be combined with some of Scotland's finest scenery. The main circular route around Mid-Argyll takes in magnificent views over Loch Awe to the North and Loch Fyne to the South.
It is also possible to cycle the length of the Kintyre peninsula and there are a number of quieter roads, which lead down on its picturesque shores.

For the more adventurous two new single track trails have been launched. The 2.7k blue graded trail boasts stunning views of Davaar Island and Campbeltown and is suitable for beginners and families. The 2k red graded trail will test more experienced rider's skills and nerve. The trail is steeper, with narrow single track, technical sections and challenging climbs and descents.
Both trails are way marked and have interpretation panels at the start of the trails, at the leisure centre and at the pedestrian entrance to the forest near the cemetery.


When undertaking any of the above activities we would ask that you mention any recommendations from this website.

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