Culture, Heritage & Art in Argyll & the Isles
Scotland's Creative CoastArgyll has one of the highest concentrations of artists anywhere in Scotland. With expansive coastlines and 23 Islands, it's no wonder people gravitate here to find inspiration in its heritage-steeped landscape.
Similar in number, our farmers and crofters are passionate about producing the highest-quality food and drink. They are also committed to caring for our environment and protecting Argyll’s landscapes and island seascapes for everyone to enjoy responsibly.
Here, you can discover a selection of remarkable Argyll businesses and learn how to live like a local.
Go Wild About Argyll's Culture & Art
Campbeltown Picture House
Campbeltown Picture House, designed by Albert V Gardner of Glasgow in 1913 in Glasgow School Art Nouveau style, is a Category A Listed building and one of th...
26 Hall Street
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6BU
Historic Kilmun
At Historic Kilmun, we have some unique experiences we want to share with you. Historic Kilmun, a former church, overlooks the Holy Loch with the Argyll Maus...
Historic Kilmun
Kilmun
Dunoon
Argyll
PA23 8SD
Tel: 07887 856514
The Rockfield Centre
The Rockfield Centre is the heart of our creative community in Oban, accommodating four themes; Arts & Culture, History & Heritage, Community Wellbe...
Rockfield Brae
Oban
PA34 5DQ
Tel: 01631 701921
Wild Hebridean Swimming
Emma brings together a community of people from all over the world united by a common love of swimming. A qualified and experienced coach, she welcomes all a...
Cnoc na Sgillinn
Tobermory
Isle of Mull
Argyll & Bute
PA75 6QA
Tel: 07770 483063
Beinn an Tuirc Distillers
Spend an afternoon at gin school! You’ll learn so much about gin production and our own methods here at Beinn an Tuirc Distillers, before tasting and blendin...
Lephincorrach Farm
Torrisdale
Carradale
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6QT
Explore Lismore
Explore Lismore is a small tour operator on the Scottish Isle of Lismore, which is run by the husband and wife team of Robert & Iris. We offer bespoke, p...
1 Port Ramsay
Isle of Lismore by Oban
Argyll
PA34 5UN
Tel: +44 (0) 1631 760 291
Isle of Gigha Ranger Service
The Isle of Gigha Ranger Service set up by the Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust in 2020 is responsible for promoting and protecting the island's natural, cultura...
Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust
Craft Workshop 1
Isle of Gigha
PA41 7AA
Tel: 01583 505390
Lochs, Bens & Glens Ltd.
Lochs, Bens & Glens, Ltd. is a bicycle tour company based in Dunoon, Argyll. We’re here to guide you through one of the most stunning places in the world...
Stores 1 & 2 Jura Building
Sandbank Business Park
Dunoon
PA23 8PB
Tel: 01369 554123
Gaelic
In modern times, Scottish Gaelic thrives within heartland communities and plays a significant role in enriching the visitor experience through a wealth of Gaelic songs, choirs, music and events across Argyll & the Isles.
Today you can see the Gaelic language on road signs across the region, hear it on radio and television, or by locals chatting in pubs!
Gaelic is still spoken by Scots, but many more embrace the rich heritage of traditional music, bagpiping and cultural experiences, such as ceilidhs.
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