Family 4 Day Break on the Isle of Bute
Recommended by local NikkiPerfect for families with children, this itinerary combines adventure, relaxation, and engaging activities for all ages.
Outdoor Adventures
Bute lends itself to family adventures. Here are some recommendations.
- Hire ebikes from Bike Bute to cycle around Bute's beautiful beaches.
- Jump on Bute's very own sightseeing - hop on, hop off tour.
- Visit Ettrick Bay for beachcombing and playtime; the sandy shore is ideal for picnics and paddling. There are now play and borrow boxes where you can use a bucket, spade, and other beach goodies - just put them back, please!
- Walk or cycle part of the West Island Way, choosing shorter trails suitable for younger children.
- There are play parks on Bute at Rothesay, Ardbeg and Port Bannatyne.
- Indoor swimming, gym and sauna are available at Rothesay Leisure centre.
Cultural & Educational Activities
- Tour the grand Mount Stuart House, with interactive exhibits and family-friendly programs.
- Visit the Bute Museum to learn about the island’s natural history and archaeology – this is a must for all things historically Bute.
- Take a tour around the Island on the Open top Bus.
Food & Drink
- Family-friendly cafes serve hearty meals and sweet treats.
- Enjoy fish and chips or deli food in Rothesay’s many take-away and sit-down places.
Evening Fun
- Stargazing opportunities at Scalpsie Bay, with minimal light pollution.
- Enjoy cozy evenings in family accommodations like The Glenburn Hotel, which has spacious rooms and on-site dining.
- Most pubs are not for kids, but a few allow them to enter until 8 p.m.
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Mount Stuart Estate - Quien West - Bannatyne
Quien West is a stunning holiday cottage situated on the west coast of Bute overlooking Scalpsie Bay with the beautiful island of Arran forming a spectacular...
c/o Mount Stuart House
Isle of Bute
PA20 9LR
Tel: 01700 503877
Mount Stuart Estate - Kennels Self Catering
A building bursting with character, the Kennels is a delightful property located in the grounds of Mount Stuart, backing into open fields, with 300 acres of...
c/o Mount Stuart House
Bute
PA20 9LR
Tel: 01700 503877
Mount Stuart Estate - Kerryniven
Kerryniven has a warm and inviting interior. It is a perfect holiday spot for exploring Bute with the main bus route being within 10 minutes walk.Kerryniven...
c/o Mount Stuart House
Isle of Bute
PA20 9LR
Tel: 01700 503877
The Charcoal Huts, Bute Forest
Located in the stunning community-owned Bute Forest, at the northern end of the Isle of Bute, our two off-grid huts offer a unique woodland getaway. Thoughtf...
The Charcoal Huts, Moss Wood
Bute Community Forest
Shalunt
Isle of Bute
PA20 0QL
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There is much for everyone to enjoy on Bute with a coastline of beaches, standing stones, culture, wildlife, arts and music.
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