Tarbert’s harbour on Loch Fyne, Argyll, is synonymous with a warm welcome and safe mooring for mariners. Fishing fleets and yachts both seek refuge in the sheltered harbour – one of the few natural harbours in Scotland, while the village, famed for its seafood and Royal Castle, welcomes visitors in search of a relaxing stay on the picturesque Kintyre Peninsula. The Royal Castle is testament to Tar-bert’s historically strategic location; covered in ivy and now in ruins, it was built to stand guard over the area by Robert The Bruce in 1326. He wasn’t the only monarch to recognise Tarbet’s importance as a safe passage, King Magnus Barefoot of Norway negotiated the isthmus separating West and East Loch Tarbert and laid claim to the 40 miles of Kintyre Peninsula way back in 1093. No mean feat considering he and his men had to carry his vessel over the land. Thankfully, Tarbert is more accessible in the modern age and is only a short drive along the A83 from Inveraray. Tarbert is an ideal gateway to exploring the peninsula, ferries operate to Portavadie and what better way to discover Kintyre’s scenery than to follow the Kintyre Trail? The vistas are so inspir-ing that even former Beatle Paul McCartney immortalised the Mull Of Kintyre in song. You might want to bring a camera. Starting from Tarbert, on the A83, take in the sights of West Loch Tarbert, Corradale, the Atlantic Ocean’s might and Campbeltown. Tarbert hosts annual seafood and music festivals in July and september respectively. The surrounding hillside and coastal fringes make walking most pleasurable, but the ever present caveat to the whole of rural Scotland applies, remember the midgie repellant! Sailing fans can also enjoy The Bell Lawrie Scottish Series Yacht Race, taking place in early summer, it is the second largest event of its kind in Britain.
Attraction
An Tairbeart
Clan MacAlister Centre
Glenbarr Abbey Macalister Clan Visitor Centre
Stonefield Castle Hotel and Garden
Caravan Park
Killegruer Caravan Site
Port Ban Caravan Park
Classes
Cottage
Dairymaid's Cottage
Rockcliffe
Shepherd's Cottage
The Bothy
The Byre
The Cartshed
The Hayloft
Dentist
Doctor
Farmers Market
Golf Club
Holiday Park
West Loch Tarbert Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
West Loch HotelRestaurant
Anchorage Seafood Restaurant
West Loch Hotel
School
Taxi
Shops
Places to Stay near Tarbert
West Loch Hotel (6.80 miles)
The West Loch Hotel dates from circa 1780, retaining many of its original features. This charming former Coaching Inn is now a modern hotel and restaurant offering fresh, distinctive, well-priced food along with comfortable rooms and wonderful views ... More | visit website
Gigha Hotel (9.16 miles)
Victoria Hotel (9.40 miles)
Overlooking the harbour front in the village of Tarbert on the shores of loch fyne, this diminutive hotel offers dedicated, informal accommodation. Known through-out the village for its sunny yellow exterior, the Victoria Hotel can you ... More | visit website
Stonefield Castle Hotel (10.08 miles)
Spoil yourself and stay in a Castle which is an outstanding example of Scottish baronial Architecture. Built in 1837 and in keeping with its unique situation and character, many of the original ... More
Carradale Hotel (10.89 miles)
Idyllic, peaceful situation overlooking Arran offering modern Scottish food imaginatively prepared with fine wines and local malts. Enjoy discounted golf on the adjacent course or play Machrihanish, a short drive ... More
Dunvalanree Hotel (11.23 miles)
The Royal an Lochan (15.48 miles)
The Royal an Lochan, offers 11 luxury en suite rooms, most having views over the stunning Kyles of Bute. With a friendly service, free wifi and great food either in ... More | visit website
Tighnabruaich Hotel (16.03 miles)
Kilfinan Hotel (16.69 miles)
Allt-Na-Craig House (18.38 miles)
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