Bridge to Brodick Beach – Isle of Arran Distillery loop from Buccaneers Cottage

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Bridge to Brodick Beach – Isle of Arran Distillery loop from Buccaneers Cottage

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Bridge to Brodick Beach – Isle of Arran Distillery loop from Buccaneers Cottage

03:23

55.9km

630m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.70 km

Bridge to Brodick Beach

Highlight • Bridge

Savour the view on the beautiful island of Arran.

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28.8 km

Pirnmill Village Store and Post Office

Highlight • Rest Area

Small shop and Post Office - nice to buy something cool to drink or an ice cream - or maybe some food for the next couple of days?

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40.3 km

Lochranza Castle and Arran Distillery

Highlight • Castle

Lochranza is the most northerly village on the Isle of Arran and is located on the northwest end of the island. The village is said to have the fewest hours of sunshine of any village in the UK. It is also reputed that it is the most shaded village in the world due it lieing in a northern facing glen with a particularly high quantity of rainfall. Best to visit on a summers day!

With a population of only 200, wildlife flourishes on the island. Around Lochranza castle you are likely to spot red deer and on the north shore there are grey seals year round. Otters and golden eagles are also regularly seen in the area.

The Arran distillery is based in Lochranza, producing Arran Single Malt. Along with tourism the distillery is one of the main industries on the island. At the Lochranza hotel there is said to be one of the largest collections of Scotch Whiskey in the country, with more than 350 different drams to try! Lochranza castle is a beautiful ruin of a 16th century castle with an interesting history. In 1614 it was taken over by the king and used by Oliver Cromwell!

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40.3 km

Isle of Arran Distillery

Highlight • Cafe

Stop in for a quick dram :)

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45.7 km

Lochranza Scenic Climb

Highlight • Trail

As roads go, this is a good one! With a steady gradient (especially to a mountain bike with a granny gear!) it is an enjoyable climb with beautiful views of the island.

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50.3 km

Sannox Bay

Highlight • Beach

Sannox Bay has fantastic views of the Bay and beyond. Sannox Bay Hotel is currently undergoing rennovation but should be open in the next year or so (written on 08/12/22) making it the perfect spot to stop for a dip and a drink.

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52.2 km

Corrie Woodwork Workshop

Highlight • Structure

Beautiful little village with a smugglers harbour and an fantastic woodwork workshop with pieces for sale. You might need more than a bike to get some of them home though!

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