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Horse Isle

Horse Isle

Horse Isle is a vacant island off the coast of Ardrossan, situated in the Firth of Clyde, Scotland. Horse Isle serves a dual purpose, one being a natural shelter from dangerous weather for the Androssan harbor and a nature reserve for protected water fowl. The rocky areas around the island, form a natural barrier where the hazards from [...]

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Kelburn Castle

Kelburn Castle

What can be described as a place of stoic beauty, historical prominence, mixed with modern tastes and a touch of the natural world, Kelburn Castle provides a perfect place for both old world enthusiasts and new world adventurism. Kelburn castle is located near Fairlie, North Ayshire Scotland over looking the Firth of Clyde. The [...]

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Rothesay Castle

Rothesay Castle

Rothesay Castle is located on the Isle of Bute, within the Scottish town of Rothesay. The castle provides a 13th century flavor, with curving circular walls, one remaining tower around its north-east face, the rest being ruins after centuries of war fare and erosion. Rothesay castle has an impressive historical background shared by [...]

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Dean Castle Country Park

Dean Castle Country Park

As with so many areas of Scotland, the Ardrossan area is steeped in rich and storied history. Just east of Ardrossan and north of Kilmarnock, you can spend a day in the park. The park is Dean Castle Country Park and, although history permeates this park, there is an amazing amount of things to see [...]

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