Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Arran Coastal Way Scotland ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Arran Coastal Way recognised as one of ‘Scotland’s Great Trails’](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/arran-coastal-way-recognised-as-one-of-scotlands-great-trails/) - PRESS RELEASE 20th June 2017 Arran Coastal Way recognised as one of our greatest A 65 mile long circular route around the Isle of Arran on Scotland’s south west coast has been added to the ‘Scotland’s Great Trails’ network by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH). The Arran Coastal Way is the 29th Long Distance Route (LDR) - [New coastal route - Whiting Bay to Lamlash](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/new-coastal-route-whiting-bay-to-lamlash/) - We have re-routed the Coastal Way along the coast between Whiting Bay and Lamlash. Part of the route follows existing footpaths, but we have built a 2km linking path along the coast between Ardlui and Cordon. Although the new route no longer goes to Glenashdale Falls (a side trip could be taken!), it does pass - [Project Extension!](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/project-extension/) - The Arran Coastal Way project was planned to be a 2 year programme of route improvements as well as signage and marketing updates. However, thanks to an invitation to apply for additonal funds from our main funder - Coastal Communities Fund - we have been offered more grant money to take our project up to - [Start finish monument](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/start-finish-monument/) - Preparations for the start / finish monument for the Arran Coastal Way are progressing well. In order to ecure a prime location on the seafront just near the ferry terminal, we are amending an existing flowerbed and siting the monument in its centre. The plinth of the monument is made up of stones from around - [Spring Beach Cleaning](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/spring-beach-cleaning/) - Spring Clean for Arran's coastline! Arran Coastal Way footpath workers and volunteers have taken a break from building footpaths to clear up the areas around them. With help from COAST (Community of Arran Seabed Trust), local farmers and North Ayrshire Council, the Coastal Way team are determined to restore Arran's pristine coastline for the benefit - [New waymarker!](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/new-waymarker/) - The Arran Coastal Way team are excited to unveil the new way-marker. It has been created working with local artist, Chloe Shaw (pictured with Stu Mahony, Pathworks Trainee), and the footpath team will be way-marking the whole of the 65-mile Coastal Way route over the next few months. The design is very practical with a - [Hopping along](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/hopping-along/) - Here's some of the latest work we've been doing. This is between Clauchlands and Corriegills (on the Lamlash to Brodick section). The area is very wet and in some parts, the path gets covered by a few inches of water at high tide and during stormy periods. We've dug the stones into the path, so - [Clauchlands part one...](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/clauchlands-part-one/) - We thought you'd like to see how we deal with thin paths that are in danger of falling off the side of the hill. Here's a perfect example near Cluachlands point (in between Lamlash and Brodick). By building up the side with big stones (revetment) and using pitching techniques, we've strengthened and widened this piece - [Moving mountains...](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/moving-mountains/) - Our team have been moving mountains ... well, very big boulders ... to bring a tricky section of path to safety and enjoyment for walkers. The An Scriodan boulders in the very North of Arran between Laggan Cottage and Lochranza, has long been a struggle, especially in wet weather. Many used to walk on the - [Thank you to our funders](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/thank-you-to-our-funders/) - As well as our main funder, the Coastal Communities Fund, we are relying on grants from smaller funders. Big thanks this month goes to The Arran Trust who have awarded £3,000 towards our project costs. The Arran Trust is the island's visitor gifting scheme and funds projects which look after the lanscapes and environment of - [Coastal Way Project begins!](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/coastal-way-project-begins/) - The Arran Access Trust are pleased to announce the Arran Coastal Way project has now started. The Arran Access Trust, who inherited management of the Arran Coastal Way in 2012, have spent several years trying to secure funding to upgrade the path and create new sections. The project aims to make the trail a real ## Pages - [Home](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/) - A stunning circular path around the Isle of Arran on the west coast of Scotland, which includes walking for all abilities and ages. - [Useful Links](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/plan-your-walk/useful-links/) - Information about transport links, guidebooks and maps, accommodation, weather, tides and other walks in this area of western Scotland. - [Plan your walk](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/plan-your-walk/) - Information about the Isle of Arran, including location, size, history, wildlife and marine environment. - [Our Supporters](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/about-us/our-supporters/) - Organisations which support and sponsor us and image credits. - [Land-use & Management](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/plan-your-walk/land-use-management/) - Arran offers you great opportunities to explore exciting and varied landscapes and to discover an island rich in wildlife and history. From a strenuous hill walk in the rugged mountains of the north to a solitary heathery moorland ramble or a leisurely stroll by the sea, whatever takes your fancy, Arran has it all. Although - [Whiting Bay to Lamlash](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/whiting-bay-to-lamlash/) - A detailed description of the section between Whiting Bay and Brodick - distance, terrain, alternative routes, facilities in each village and a photo gallery. - [Imachar to Blackwaterfoot](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/imachar-to-blackwaterfoot/) - A detailed description of the section between Imachar and Blackwaterfoot, including distance, terrain, alternative routes, facilities in each village and a photo gallery. - [Sannox to Lochranza](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/sannox-to-lochranza/) - A detailed description of the section between Sannox and Lochranza, including distance, terrain, alternative routes, facilities in each village and a photo gallery. - [Review the Path](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/plan-your-walk/review-the-path/) - Here you can give us feedback about your experience of using the Coastal Way and some background information about yourself which could help us to improve it. - [test](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/test/) - [Contact Us](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/about-us/contact-us/) - A contact form you can use to send queries to us. - [Lamlash to Brodick](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/lamlash-to-brodick/) - Previous stageNext stage ollowing the bay out of Lamlash, the Coastal Way continues on a minor road round the coast with amazing views of Holy Isle, and then onto a footpath round Clauchlands Point and along the coast to Dhunan. The Coastal Way then follows a cart track inland, before crossing fields to Strathwhillan Farm - [Lagg to Whiting Bay](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/lagg-to-whiting-bay/) - A detailed description of the section between Lagg and Whiting Bay - distance, terrain, alternative routes, facilities in each village and a photo gallery. - [Blackwaterfoot to Lagg](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/blackwaterfoot-to-lagg/) - A detailed description of the section between Blackwaterfoot and Lagg, including distance, terrain, alternative routes, facilities in each village and a photo gallery. - [Lochranza to Imachar](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/lochranza-to-imachar/) - A detailed description of the section between Lochranza and Imachar, including distance, terrain, alternative routes, facilities in each village and a photo gallery. - [Brodick to Sannox](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/brodick-sannox/) - A detailed description of the section between Brodick and Sannox, including distance, terrain, alternative routes, facilities in each village and a photo gallery. - [Arran Access Trust](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/about-us/arran-access-trust/) - Information about the Arran Access Trust and ways to financially support the Coastal Way. - [People](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/about-us/people/) - From 2014 to 2016, the Coastal Way Project employed Rachel Sedman (Project Co-ordinator) and Scott Murdoch (Footpath Team Leader). We also offered Footpath Trainee places to Stuart Mahony, Brian Amsing, Sean Bain, David Logan, Keith Anderson, Iain MacDonald and Xabier Gonzalez Landaberea. The Coastal Way is now mostly maintained by volunteers. Please contact us to get - [About us](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/about-us/) - History of how the Arran Coastal Way was created, who is now responsible for it and the current work being done to improve it. - [Responsible Access](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/plan-your-walk/responsible-access/) - Enjoying Scotland's Outdoors Responsibly The Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 gives you some of the best access rights in the world. You have the right to be on most land and inland water for recreation, education and going from place to place, providing you act responsibly. Your access rights and responsibilities are explained in the: - [Walking Tour Providers](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/plan-your-walk/walking-tour-providers/) - Absolute Escapes We specialise in arranging self-guided walking holidays on the Arran Coastal Way. Our packages include carefully selected accommodation, baggage transfers, guidebook, map and comprehensive information pack with kit list, route notes and our recommendations for lunch and evening. Further details can be found on our website, or please give us a call and - [The Route](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/route/) - Overview of the complete Coastal Way showing all the main villages on the island and seven main sections. - [News](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/news/) - The latest news items explaining the current work being done to improve the quality and usability of the path. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/privacy-policy/) - This privacy policy sets out how Arran Coastal Way uses and protects any information that you give Arran Coastal Way when you use this website. Arran Coastal Way is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, - [Website Usage Terms & Conditions](https://www.coastalway.co.uk/website-usage-terms-conditions/) - Welcome to our website. 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