Arandel House

07/11/2023

With just days to go until the fabulous Shop Arran Christmas shopping weekend - make sure you stay tuned for all the fantastic offers from all our participants. There are 35 businesses taking part which is a great response. To help plan your shopping over the three days, we will be posting every day the individual offers and promotions right here and on our instagram page. There is sure to be something for everyone!

The draw of the fabulous Arran Gift Box of goodies will be done this Sunday ie the 12th November so keep an eye out for that as well!

We will keep this post and the accompanying map pinned to the top of this page.

We can't wait to welcome you 🎄🎁

28/09/2023

The planning has started..... 🎄🛍 get your accommodation and ferry sorted if you are planning to come from 'overseas' 😂 . Make sure if not already in your diary you pop it in right now!

26/06/2023

🎶 Schoooools out for SUMMER! 🎶

Almost… Summer holidays are just around the corner. Looking for things to do? Look no further! We have made lots of fun events over the summer holidays and here’s what’s going on in the Country Park over the next few weeks! Visits our Eventbrite page for more details.

We’re kicking off the summer events with our Majestic Meadows, next Tuesday starting at 10:30. Book now for a spot!

22/06/2023

Last stop on the North End section of our adventure is the beautiful stretch between Pirnmill and Machrie.



Pirnmill Village Store & Post Office – supply both the 120ml and 750ml tubs of Arran Ice Cream so you have the option to eat it then, or take it home and share! 🍨

Cafe Thyme – pop in for a delicious Turkish pide or fresh summer salad and let your kids run round their epic adventure playground while you relax and enjoy the views. If shopping takes your fancy, you'll be sure to find something you love at the Old Byre Showroom - Isle of Arran 👠👢🥾👜💼

Machrie Bay Tearoom - whether you’re in for a round of golf, or a tasty lunch – Machrie Bay Tearoom serve Arran Ice Cream by the scoop. While you’re there you can also pick up an Isle of Arran Milk milkshake and enjoy the views of Kintyre (and maybe spot a Dolphin or Seal!) 🦭 🐬

13/03/2023

Now that we are well into March, many Arran businesses are now open for the busy season ahead! We recommend checking individual businesses' websites or social media for opening times! Stay tuned for April, where we will introduce you to a range of businesses on the island!

17/01/2023

ℹ️ Following recent confirmation of fares from Transport Scotland, our summer 2023 timetable (31 March – 15 October 2023) will be published on our website on 19 January. Bookings will open in a phased approach from Friday 20 January for the period 31 March – 15 October.

Phase 1 will cover all routes up to 15 October, except for those services to/from Mallaig. Mallaig routes will then open by 31 January.

We’ve shared full details and key information on our customer update ➡ http://bit.ly/3w7EjDG

16/10/2022

Christmas is coming early in Arran!! 🎄

COUNTDOWN TO WIN THIS BOX OF ARRAN GOODIES...

It's 5 WEEKS until the Shop Arran Christmas shopping weekend. Preparations are underway to make the 2022 Christmas Shopping Weekend a great one.

If you haven't already liked and shared this post or indeed if you have and want to again we would love it if you could spread the word by liking the Shop Arran page and sharing this post.

We will do a draw for this fabulous box of Arran goodies the week before. Don't worry if you can't get to Arran over the Shop Arran weekend we can post this out to the winner, anywhere in the UK.
Forgotten the dates? Friday 18th - Sunday 20th November - put it in your diary! Offers, discounts and promotions throughout the island over three days. Keep an eye out on this page for participating shops and restaurants.

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09/10/2022

WIN THIS BOX OF ARRAN GOODIES...

It's 6 WEEKS until the Shop Arran Christmas shopping weekend. Preparations are underway to make the 2022 Christmas Shopping Weekend a great one and to start things off we would love it if you could spread the word by liking the Shop Arran page and sharing this post.

We will do a draw for this fabulous box of Arran goodies the week before. Don't worry if you can't get to Arran over the Shop Arran weekend we can post this out to the winner, anywhere in the UK.

Forgotten the dates? Friday 18th - Sunday 20th November - put it in your diary! Offers, discounts and promotions throughout the island over three days. Keep an eye out on this page for participating shops and restaurants.

VisitArran Arran Banner

23/09/2022

What's on this last weekend of our very first Festival of Food and Drink?

Friday 23rd September

⭐Bellevue Farm - Holiday Cottages & Farm Tours - Farm Tour & BBQ at 1.30pm
⭐Lagg Distillery Visitor Centre - Whisky matched lunch at 2.00pm
⭐Stonewater House - Vegan Food & Drink tasting experience at 6.00pm

Saturday 24th September

⭐The-Douglashotel - Beer, Boar and Live Music from 12.00pm
⭐Woodside Arran CIC - Pick your own picnic 12.00pm
⭐Arran Alpacas - Alpacas & Pizzas (fully booked)
⭐Blackwaterfoot Lodge Arran - A taste of Japan (fully booked)

Sunday 25th September

⭐Stonewater House - Vegan Breakfast 7.45am - 11.00am (fully booked)
⭐Arran Community Land Initiative - Open Day - All Day

We hope to see you out enjoying all these exciting and delicious events - each covering a theme of sustainability, knowledge or collaboration.

Thank you to everyone who has taken part in the Festival so far! 🥂

03/09/2022

The Isle of Arran invites you to attend its inaugural Festival of Food and Drink from the 14th - 25th September 2022 🥂

Hosting 24 foodie events across 12 days by 30 of the island's hospitality businesses, producers and community groups, this festival is a 2 week celebration of the unique culinary offerings of our island.

Visit our website https://www.arransfoodjourney.com/festival/ to see the full festival programme.



Thank you to our sponsors:
VisitArran Taste of Arran Arran Dairies - your local wholesaler CalMac Ferries Scotland Food & Drink North Ayrshire Council

24/08/2022

21/07/2022

Sad news about the bird life on Arran. Everyone take care and keep an eye out for these poorly birds.

URGENT: Nature Scot updated their info on Avian Flu on 15 th July 22 as there are high numbers currently affected in Scotland, and sadly we believe, now on Arran. Please heed information below:
http://ow.ly/YCV050K0TII

25/06/2022

What better way to treat yourself on a sunny Saturday afternoon than a delicious local ice cream!! 🍦 😋

Good morning everyone ! Why not treat yourself to some delicious ice cream this weekend ?

22/06/2022

Ready to explore the magnificent Isles of Scotland? Then check out these ten must-see islands to start.

23/05/2022

What new thing can you discover on Arran this summer? 👀

01/05/2022

There’s plenty to eat on the island

16/04/2022

🐣 Happy Easter from Arandel House , we hope you enjoy the holiday. 🍫

04/04/2022

We can’t wait to welcome you back to our beautiful gardens, fascinating castle and lovely cafe from Saturday the 2d of April 10.00 till 5.00 (last entry to the castle at 4.30).

04/03/2022

*THE ARRAN WHISKY FESTIVAL - MALT AND MUSIC 24th, 25th and 26th June 2022* - Tickets for the return of this much anticipated event of the year will go on sale on Wednesday 30th March at 11am GMT...watch this space for further details!

01/03/2022

🔧🔩⚙️| Our annual overhaul schedule continues at pace; however, unexpected repairs will delay work.

Please take a look at the details in our latest customer update, which provides customers with early notice on temporary timetable changes into March 2022 ➡️ calm.ac/3tcNocE

23/02/2022

So many fantastic things to see, do and visit on Arran this year!! 😍

Arran is a wee melting pot of the best of Scotland and we loved it. So here are, based on our experience, 22 amazing things to do in Arran.

17/02/2022

Friday Ferry Update …

Service Update Calmac Brodick-Ardrossan Ferry
Friday 18th February

Due to wind speed and direction on Friday, the 0700 sailing from Ardrossan and the 0820 from Brodick have been cancelled.

Service will resume at 0945 however sailings from 1355 onwards are at a heightened risk of disruption or cancellation.

Reason: weather conditions

Last Updated: 17 Feb 2022 15:58

11/02/2022

Service updates
Friday 11th February

Due to an adverse weather forecasted the 1920 departing Brodick is cancelled and the vessel will be berthing overnight in Brodick.

Saturday 12th February

Due to the vessel berthing overnight in Brodick the 0700 ex Ardrossan is cancelled.

There will be at review at 0720 regarding 0820 sailing and further sailings throughout the day.

Reason: weather conditions

Last Updated: 11 Feb 2022 11:08

04/02/2022

Not looking good on the ferries this weekend - check before you travel!!! 💨 🌊

ARRAN:
Ardrossan (ARD) - Brodick (BRO) CalMac Ferries

Cancelled for the remainder of today
Service updates
Friday 4th February

Following a review, forecasts of adverse weather remain the same with Westerly winds gusting above 35 mph.

Due to the continued adverse weather and sea conditions, the 1230 sailing from Ardrossan will be the last sailing of the day.

The 1355,1640 and 1920 sailings from Brodick and the 1520 and 1800 sailings from Ardrossan have been cancelled.

Due to these cancellations, a shuttle service will operate on the Claonaig - Lochranza route from 1400 until approx 1730 this evening

Please note there is very limited vessel capacity and facilities on the route. Traffic will be taken on a first come first served basis.

Cancelling a sailing is a decision we do not take lightly because we know it will inconvenience our customers and the communities we serve. However, the safety of our customers and crew must come first. In this instance, the Master of the vessel has judged it is necessary in response to the assessment of adverse weather conditions.
We’ll keep customers informed should there be any further changes in connection to thisroute. If you’ve not already done so, download our app or follow our Twitter@CalMac_Updates so we can provide you with timely updates, with the latest information we have available. Alternatively, you can also sign up to our service status text updates.

Saturday 5th February

Due the severe forecast on Saturday the following sailings have been cancelled:

0700, 0945, 1230 and 1520 from Ardrossan and 0820, 1105 and 1355 from Brodick.

There will be a review at approx. 1500 in relation to later sailings.

Cancelling a sailing is a decision we do not take lightly because we know it will inconvenience our customers and the communities we serve. However, the safety of our customers and crew must come first. In this instance, the Master of the vessel has judged it is necessary in response to the assessment of adverse weather conditions.
We’ll keep customers informed should there be any further changes in connection to thisroute. If you’ve not already done so, download our app or follow our Twitter@CalMac_Updates so we can provide you with timely updates, with the latest information we have available. Alternatively, you can also sign up to our service status text updates.



Reason: weather conditions

Last Updated: 04 Feb 2022 13:11

20/01/2022

It’s a New Year and a new look for the lounge at Arandel House!! 💖

Why not book a break away with us and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere? Simply click the link below, find a suitable date and look forward to spending some quality time with friends and family!

https://www.cottages-and-castles.co.uk/AvailabilityNew.aspx?sCode=CA016

04/01/2022

ARRAN: UPDATED!
Ardrossan (ARD) - Brodick (BRO)
Cancelled for the remainder of today
Service updates
Tuesday 4th January

Due to continuing adverse weather all sailings for the remainder of today are now cancelled.

The last sailing on the route was the 09:45 sailing departing Ardrossan.

Please note additional Lochranza sailings are in place. Further details can be found here

Wednesday 5th January

As a result of the vessel berthing overnight in Brodick the 07:00 sailing departing Ardrossan is cancelled.

The first sailing on the route will be the 08:20 departing Brodick, weather permitting.
Due to a delay in the commencement of MV Caledonian Isles’ annual overhaul, the vessel will remain on the Ardrossan-Brodick route on Wednesday 5th January and operate to the published timetable:

MV Hebridean Isles will operate the following additional sailings –
Depart Brodick – 09:45, 12:30, 15:20, 18:00
Depart Ardrossan – 11:05, 13:55, 16:40, 19:20

Please note that these additional sailings are non-bookable and space will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Tuesday 28th December Until Further Notice

Due to the current Covid-19 situation, the Ardrossan Coffee Cabin will be closed from the afternoon of Tuesday 28th December until further notice.

Travel Information

The recent rapid spread of Covid19 has resulted in many absences within our crew and port teams. As a result, and to give our customers a greater degree of certainty, we will operate an essential services temporary timetable on this route from 5 January 2022. Read full update here. Please see the website for timetable changes

Our ports at Ardrossan and Brodick will be operating reduced hours focused at sailing times.

Be aware that our onboard food and drink outlets have been closed since 27 December 2021 and will remain so until further notice due to the current Covid19 situation. Therefore, please come prepared for your journey. Read our food and drink FAQ for more information.

25/12/2021

Wishing you all a Happy and Healthy Christmas from Arandel House 🎄

16/11/2021

Head over to Arran this weekend for some Christmas Cheer!! 🎄 🎁

Remember, remember the 19th of November and the start of Shop Arran weekend! Loads of great offers not to be missed!!🙂

08/11/2021

So excited to tell you that all these shops will be taking part in our Shop Arran weekend! We’ve got 3 fantastic prizes so get yourselves shopping locally to enter the prize draw, save the date!🛍 VisitArran Arran Banner