Local Information
ArtsFeast Cowal
Creative festival, combines an Artists’ Studio Trail with a Food trail: www.artsfeastcowal.com
Ardkinglas House
The 25 acres which comprise Ardkinglas Woodland Garden are situated towards the north end of Loch Fyne, near the village of Cairndow. Ardkinglas provides a unique growing environment, where location, climate and soil combine to create optimal conditions.
Back 2 Roots Organics
Organic fruit and veg box delivery in the Cowal area: www.back-roots.co.uk.
Bay Cottage Tearoom & Post Office
Approximately half a mile away. Serves meals and snacks from 11 am until 5 pm each day, Friday and Saturday evenings until 7.30 pm.
Clachan Bar
Our friendly local, less than half a mile away (within a stagger!). Perfect for a pint and a chat but does not serve meals.
Cowalfest
Scotland's largest walking festival is now also a major arts festival with a 10 day long programme of walks, arts, cultural and social events. www.cowalfest.org
Creggans Inn
The Creggans Inn:
Approximately 1 mile away, serves lunch and dinner, in the cocktail bar or in the restaurant. Tel: 01369 860279, www.creggans-inn.co.uk
Strachur Church
Service on Sundays at 11.30 am. Door always open for people wishing to visit this delightful village church. Check out the cushions!
Strachur and Strathlachlan Community Website
Strachur House and Flower Gardens:
Approximately half a mile away, home of the late Sir Fitzroy Maclean and still occupied by his son Sir Charles Maclean and his family. Enjoy the many walks in and around the estate.
Strachur Smiddy Museun
Our local original Smiddy, now restored as a museum and craft shop. Temporarily closed - re-opening to be announced.
White Elephant Shop
Pop in for bargains and browsing. Every Saturday in May 10 am - 4 pm. June, July, August and September - Monday to Saturday 10 am - 4 pm.
DOCTOR’S SURGERY - Tel: 01369 860224
Explore Colintraive and Glendaruel
Both within easy reach of Carraway B and B. See www.colglen.co.uk.