This trip is a unique holiday experience on board a traditional wooden 54ft ketch with only 6 guests, but with your own onboard skipper and cook: perfect for families, couples and singles.Explore the pristine environment of the sea lochs of the Cowal Peninsula and the spectacular Kyles of Bute on the West Coast of Scotland. Sail the Sound of Bute to the Island of Arran with its beautiful coastline and rugged mountain landscape. There is plenty of time to unwind and take in the scenery and the wildlife; watch out for porpoises, basking sharks and even the occasional whale. See the incredible world of the microscopic plankton and wander the sea-shore and poke around in the fascinating rock pools.

THE FAMOUS RUSSIAN TAVERN is a seashore stone-built village inn at Port Bannatyne, a fishing and yacht bay on the Isle of Bute, about two miles north of Rothesay along the coast road. It was bought by a Russian family and converted from a rundown bed and breakfast guesthouse into an award winning restaurant with four economic guest rooms. The views from the tavern are truly stunning, lokking across the yacht bay to the Argyll mountains.The seafood is landed on the pier directly outside the front door.The Russian specialities have been carefully researched from the kitchen archives of The Tsar in St. Petersberg and faithfully reproduced using wild, organic or free range ingredients. Berries, seaweed, fungi and herbs (not to mention the seafood and game,) are all gathered from the wild on the island.A twin or double room costs £64 including two substantial Russian breakfasts.The island is an ideal vacation destination for sailing, golf, hiking, biking, fishing, birding, wandering along empty beaches spotting the seals or seeking out the spooky prehistoric Standing Stones.

Moving companies in Glasgow & Bute

If you’re looking for a removal firm that has integrity – and leaves nothing to chance – then welcome to All-Ways moving, a removal company in Glasgow and Rothesay on the beautiful Island of Bute. Our moving story spans almost 30 years: Stuart has been moving, packing and storing people’s belongings since 1995 having previously built and run a respected BAR member company. He also trained as a trainer with the BAR training centre in Scotland where he was Sales Manager for 5 years prior to opening All-Ways Moving with James whom also has been in the industry since 2001. Why are we different? All-Ways Moving formed in 2018 , does not have 30/40 years of experience in trading but we can offer a very personal service with all team members having over 20 years experience.. With previous trading experience within award winning BAR companies we do have a wealth of experience with which to inspire future clients. Furthermore, we offer a "hands on" experience and oversee each of our moves personally! A true family business Stuart and James are supported in the office by Stuart's partner Laura who also has a wealth of knowledge within the industry, running the administration side smoothly.

With offices in both Glasgow city centre and Rothesay, Isle of Bute, we are a niche practice, offering our clients a first class professional service at a reasonable cost whilst maintaining the personal touch

GH Currie Blacksmiths est 1855 is one of the oldest family run businesses in Scotland, offering an extensive range of services form welding and diamond drilling to wrought iron gates and railings. contact GHCurrie on 01369 706282 for details

Martin Building Services are an all trades building services company based in Sandbank near Dunoon. We cater in all forms of residential extensions and garage conversions. At Martin Building Services we have over 15 years experience in the building industry, which gives our customers piece of mind that the job will be done right from the foundations through to the final coat of paint. Our main aim is to provide complete building and renovation service. Our team is fully self-sufficient consisting of experienced and qualified tradesmen, what allows us to keep high quality of work at competitive prices. Our objective is to consistently deliver a friendly and approachable service and professional project management.Martin Building Services

Small group tours of Scotland with Best Scottish Tours. We offer a range of small group tour itineraries; our guests get off the beaten track and see Scotland from the best perspective. We offer a bespoke tour service which will deliver a customised tour, providing the itinerary which is perfectly created for your group