Experience the bustling seaside resort of Ayr with its beautiful seafront and leafy suburbs. Ayr's esplanade is ideal for long, peaceful strolls and the town boasts 3 golf courses. There is also the Ayr Racecourse to see, which dates back to the 16th century. Ayr Racecourse runs many Flat and National Hunt meeting throughout the year and it is famous for being the venue of the Scottish Grand National, the Ayrshire Handicap and the Ayr Gold Cup. Ayr also has 3 immaculately kept parks and gardens: Belleisle, Rozelle and Craigie. There is so much to see and do in Ayr.
http://www.onlywire.com/r/123723828Monday, 13 May 2013
Ambleside - a great base for exploring the Lake District
Come experience the thriving town of Ambleside. It is set right in the heart of the Lake District, at the foot of the Kirkstone Pass, which makes it an ideal base for exploring the lakes. Lovers of the outdoors will be pleased as you can see the sun set beautifully over the lake, see the magnificent 70 foot waterfall Stock Ghyll Force and go climbing and hiking on the fells that surround Ambleside. The town is starting and ending point for numerous exciting walks. The area around Ambleside was popular with authors Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth and there are attractions related to each of them in the area. Visitors can truly take in the outdoors when they stay in Ambleside.
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Tarbert is a small, quaint fishing village in Argyllshire
Come see the small, quaint fishing village of Tarbert on the west coast of Loch Fyne. The town was built around a natural stone walled harbour. The main catch in Tarbert is langoustine and other shellfish. The harbour hosts a variety of events through the year and it has facilities for berthing many boasts. Tarbert is surrounded by conservation areas and offers stunning views from a number of hillside locations. The town is also the starting point for the Kintyre Way walk and it is a gateway for the entire Kintyre area. On the Kintyre Way visitors can learn about the area's rich heritage and see some wonderful scenery. There is so much to see and do in Tarbert.
http://www.onlywire.com/r/123489980Pitlochry - the perfect base to explore Highland Perthshire
Pitlochry is perfectly situated to explore the Highland Perthshire area, one of the loveliest parts of Scotland. The area features many lochs, rivers, glens and high hills. Though it is small, Pitlochry has a wide range of restaurants, cafés and eateries to choose from. Lovers of the outdoors often come to Pitlochry because it has easy access to way marked walking trails and bicycle trails. Along these trails visitors will see a wide variety of wildlife including red and roe deer, buzzards and red squirrels. Pitlochry and the surrounding area has a rich history and folklore that visitors can learn about at the National Trust's for Scotland's Visitor Centre. A holiday in Pitlochry offers so many possibilities.
http://www.onlywire.com/r/123488450Girvan - a lovely harbour town in Ayrshire
Come visit the traditional holiday resort of Girvan, set on the lovely Ayrshire coast. Girvan's biggest attraction is its harbour which offers convenient mooring facilities for visiting yachts. Attractions in and around town include Stumpy tower, which was built in 1789, the McKechnie Institute which was built in 1888 and which is now a local art exhibition and Ailsa Craig, which is the plug of an extinct volcano which has been turned into a bird sanctuary. Girvan has a proud reputation for its floral attractions and colourful displays including the Rose Gardens, Knockcushan Gardens and Orchard Gardens. Also the local area features 20 different castles to see. There is so much to do during a stay in Girvan.
http://www.onlywire.com/r/123486840Arbroath - long sandy beaches and red sandstone cliffs
Experience the beautiful holiday resort of Arbroath with its clean, sandy beaches, red sandstone cliffs and caves. The town's centre is dominated by the ruins of Arbroath Abbey, where the famous Declaration of Arbroath was signed in 1320 declaring Scotland's independence from England. Other great attractions include the Bell Rock lighthouse and the Signal Tower, which were both designed by Robert Stevenson. The Signal Tower is now home to Arbroath's museum. Arbroath is also famous for its Arbroath Smokies, which are made of a whole haddock smoked over oak chips. Many restaurants in the town serve this delicious meal. The town also features a pedestrianised High Street that offers a wide range of shops and civic buildings. Visitors are sure to have a great time in Arbroath.
http://www.onlywire.com/r/123484937Tuesday, 7 May 2013
St Andrews - so much more than just the home of golf
Experience the wonderful coastal resort of St. Andrews. It is known as the world's home for golf and features 11 different courses. There is more to the town than golf though as it has a rich heritage and a thriving cultural scene. Some attractions include St. Andrews Cathedral, St. Andrews Museum, St. Andrews Castle, the ruins of Blackfriars Chapel, the British Golf Museum and West Port. The town's cathedral was built in 1160 and it was the largest building in Scotland for 7 centuries. Thousands of pilgrims flocked to the cathedral during medieval times. Come and experience the fun and historic town of St. Andrews.
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