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
Historic Kilmun
Historic Kilmun is a 19th-century church building sited next to a Medieval tower. Now owned by a charity, the venue is available for exclusive hire. In addit...
Kilmun
Dunoon
Argyll
PA23 8SE
Tel: 07887 856514
The Wild Scot
Failte - My name is Perri Hopkinson and I am a Scottish Blue Badge Tourist Guide offering private luxury tours around Scotland. I have boundless energy and e...
Head Office, Portsonachan
Dalmally
Argyll
PA33 1BJ
Tel: +44 7943613334
Coastal Design
Coastal Design Gallery
10 Hall Street
Campbeltown
Argyll
PA28 6BU
Tel: 01586 550334
The Harbour Gallery - Tarbert
The Harbour Galleries are situated along the West Coast of Scotland. They showcase prints by the Late artist and owner Stuart Herd, along with local artists'...
Knap
Harbour Street
Tarbert
PA29 6UA
Tel: 01880 821170
The Old School House Gallery
We look forward to welcoming you to The Old Schoolhouse Gallery. It is situated in the picturesque fishing village of Carradale, East Kintyre, with stunning...
The Network Centre
Carradale
PA28 6QG
Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre
Ionad Naomh Moluag (Lismore Gaelic Heritage Centre)
Isle of Lismore
By Oban
Argyll
PA34 5UL
Tel: 01631 760030
Jura Guided
I offer guided walks and excursions on Jura for anyone who’d like to deepen their experience of this spellbinding island. Whether you’re a beginner looking f...
Ardmenish
Isle of Jura
PA607XZ
Tel: 07384 6007764
Calltainn Croft
Join Leen for an inspiring workshop where you’ll learn the timeless craft of willow basketry. Using natural materials, you’ll create your very own woven item...
Croft 5, Langamull
Dervaig
Tobermory
PA756QS
Tel: 07858 345305
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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