Loch Fyne

Loch Fyne | Your Guide To The Shores Of Loch Fyne

Loch Fyne is probably Scotland's most famous sea loch and known throughout the world for containing amazing seafood and for it's sailing attraction. The loch stretches north from the Clyde Estuary, encompassing small safe havens and marinas as it curves towards Inveraray and passing by Ardrishaig and the south entry of the also famous Crinan Canal.

Loch Fyne and this area of south-west Argyll is popular with seasonal tourism, many whom come to sample beautiful fresh seafood, attend unique creative cultural events and to experience the unique relaxing environment and friendly historic area. Read more >>

B&B's, Hotels & Self Catering Accommodation

You can reach the north most part of Loch Fyne by car in about an hour, Inveraray in two, and Tarbert just under three which makes the area perfect for short romantic breaks, or convenient family holidays.

Whether you prefer self catering or hotels, there is a good number of places to choose from in the area.

Browse our Accommodation Directory or find a Late Deal bargain.

Seafood Restaurants

One of the highest concentrations of seafood restaurants in the west of Scotland is presented in the towns and villages around Loch Fyne with fish and shellfish landed daily and widely available in the freshest possible condition.

Many people in the UK will be familiar with the Loch Fyne Oyster Bar (at Cairndow) and the chain of Loch Fyne Restaurants in and around London but don't forget that all around Loch Fyne are hotels and restaurants that serve the same delicious food, all cooked in different ways to suit different tastes.

Browse our Seafood Guide, Seafood Restaurant Guide & our Where To Eat sections.

Loch Fyne Map

Check out our really useful and detailed Loch Fyne map with lots of different places, items of interest and of course accommodation and their locations.

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Yachting, Sailing & Diving

Regarded as one of the most picturesque areas of Scotland, this part of Argyll is popular with sailors and boat enthusiasts with a good number of safe marinas at various points along Loch Fyne.

Dive charters enable experienced divers the opportunity to go wreck diving in parts of Loch Fyne and around the Argyll coast,.

Boat marinas at both Tarbert and Portavadie provide the most central of safe moorings as you travel along Loch Fyne..

Golf

Golf is a good reason for spending some time around Loch Fyne.

There are several golf courses between Inveraray and Tarbert, all 9 hole courses that are great for a morning's golf before heading out with the family for an afternoon.

If you are a true golf enthusiast or visiting Argyll as a golf party then there are many other courses to make your tour of Loch Fyne and Argyll golf one to remember with the pinnacle of golf to be had only an hour from Loch Fyne at the Old Machrihanish Golf Club. Read more >>

Fishing

The keenest of anglers can hire leisure boats to try their hand at sea fishing in this saltwater loch.

If you fancy a spot of sea fishing but dont have the sea legs for it, for mackerel, then Tarbert's east pier is a popular spot to do so.

To find out more about fishing in the area please have a look out our Loch Fyne fishing guide. Read more >>

Gardens

For the keen horticulturist or artist, there are many gardens spread across Argyll which have some interesting species of plant but also offer a tranquil location in which to meander, smell and observe the splendour of lovely flowers in full bloom while gathering your thoughts and contemplating any worries or thoughts.

One such garden is Crarae which sits on the west coast of Loch Fyne with views out to the water from the highest point of the gardens. Read more >>

Walking & Cycling

Tarbert, on the west shore of Loch Fyne is the start of the Kintyre Way walk which meanders from village to village across the Kintyre peninsula. The seven sections, which can be tackled separately or combined cover a total of 66 miles over hill, track and road.

The first stage of the walk takes you from Tarbert harbour and then from Tarbert's own castle around the hillside with views over Loch Fyne to Skipness and their castle. Read more >>

Additional walks such as the established Cowal Way and a multitude of forestry walks are also available throughout Loch Fyne and the surrounding area. Read more >>

Loch Fyne presents the very best landscapes and plenty of areas for cycling, perhaps organising a cycling trip around Loch Fyne would be a great way to explore all there is on this wonderful coastline.

Photography, Art & Music

Many people appreciate Loch Fyne for photography and art potential. The beautiful landscapes and traditional Scottish village appeal help create a snapshot in time. People are also inspired musically by this stunning part of Scotland.

There are many local musicians, artists, photographers, craftsmen and women who find creative inspiration in the surroundings helping creativity and originality. Read more >>

Waverley Boat Trips On Loch Fyne

The last remaining passenger paddle steamer operating in Scotland stops off at many locations during the summer.

The large attractive boat travels from Tarbert up and down the loch as part of its west coast timetable.

Read more about the Waverley , see video footage and photographs by following the link. Read more >>

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