The excellent Kinloch Hotel is at the heart of Blackwaterfoot. The bar and restaurant are open to the public, and it is a popular destination for both Island residents and visitors

Shiskine Golf and Tennis Club is a great place to spend some time. The course itself has 12 holes and is a seaside links course with wonderful views.

Blackwaterfoot beach is one of the longest and most picturesque on the island. Visitors can make use of the car park next to the Golf Club’s carpark. The pro shop next to the car park sells ice cream or coffee, cake and meals are available at the ‘The Teeroom’

Arran Alpacas offer fun & relaxed alpaca sessions for all ages based at Balmichael Glamping in Shiskine.

Bellevue Farm is a family-run, working farm in Shiskine, offering family tours, experiences and fresh farm produce as well as a regular farmer’s market

Cairnhouse Riding Centre is located in Blackwaterfoot. Open all year, and offer hacking & trekking (horse riding / pony trekking) for both novices and experienced riders.

This club welcomes everyone, especially families.

The charming 9 hole course is beside the sea with stunning views over the Kilbrannan Sound towards the Kintyre Peninsula.

The Tearoom is open during the season

There’s tremendous variety available for walkers on Arran. Around Blackwaterfoot, popular destinations are the Machrie Moor Stone Circles and the scenic clifftop and beach walk to the King’s Caves. For a bigger challenge, there are awe-inspiring walks to the summits and along the ridges of the granite peaks of the northern Arran range

The Blackwater Bakehouse makes fresh artisan bread every day from high-quality British organic flours and heritage grains, emphasizing Scottish farms and mills for the lowest possible food miles. It is located behind the Kinloch Hotel