The Coig - The Cumbrae
- Distance
- 10 miles / 16 km
- Lieu
- Cumbrae Ferry Terminal – Fintry Point
It might only be 10 miles long but the Cumbrae touring route is packed with unforgettable sights and experiences. Pay a visit to Britain’s smallest cathedral, meet Scotland’s biggest (and tamest) crocodile, and enjoy the many delights of the marvellous town of Millport on this touring route – one of five to make up The Coig on the west of Scotland. Read on to find some of the best attractions to be enjoyed along the way.
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Millport
Soak up the charm of Millport as you wander through the shops, cafes, pubs and beautiful Victorian promenade.
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Robertson Museum and Aquarium
Discover everything there is to know about the marine wildlife around Cumbrae at the Robertson Museum and Aquarium.
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Farland Point
Whether you bring your own bike or hire one from Millport's many cycle shops, chances are Farland Point will be one of your first stops on your pedal-powered tour of Cumbrae.
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Crocodile Rock
One of Cumbrae’s best-loved landmarks, it's only in Scotland where the sight of a giant crocodile can amuse rather than alarm!
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Cathedral of the Isles
It's Britain's smallest and the Cathedral of the Isles on the Isle of Cumbrae is a beautiful construction, created in the Gothic Revival architectural style.
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Garrison House
Explore the colourful history of the islands at Garrison House, home to the Museum of the Cumbraes.
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Newton Beach
With sparkling white sands, Millport's Newton Beach is the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the views of the Clyde Estuary and Little Cumbrae.
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Isle of Cumbrae Distillers
Come and sample the inaugural bottling of the handcrafted Nostalgin at the Isle of Cumbrae Distillers.
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Fintry Bay
If you're exploring Cumbrae by boot or bike, Fintry Bay makes an ideal spot to stop and refuel.
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HMS Shearwater Monument
The HMS Shearwater monument commemorates two midshipman who tragically lost their lives when they drowned in the bay in 1844.