Tarbert and Skipness
The picturesque fishing village of Tarbert is the gateway to Kintyre and for a small place, it offers an abundance of options to keep you there.
Tarbert Castle might be in ruins, but the historic site is well worth exploring plus you will be rewarded with a stunning view.
Independent businesses thrive on the waterfront and there are plenty options for refreshments including locally landed sea food.
A few miles down the scenic B8001 lies the peaceful hamlet of Skipness which is overlooked by the impressive 13th-century Skipness Castle. Climb the battlements and enjoy the spectacular views of Arran.
Don’t miss out on the Skipness Smokehouse or the seasonal Skipness Seafood Cabin.
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Places To Visit
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1Skipness Holiday Cottages
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2Skipness Seafood Cabin
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3Tarbert Life
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4Tarbert Harbour Authority
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5West Loch Shores
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6The Steading at Barmore
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7The Harbour Gallery Tarbert
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8Tarbert Holiday Park
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9Argyll Backpackers Hostel
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10Heathery Heights
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11West Loch House Tarbert
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12Lulabelles of Tarbert
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13Kayak Majik
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14Tarbert Enterprise Company
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15Tarbert Castle
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16Tarbert Castle - Forestry and Land Scotland Trails
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17Shell Beach
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18Start of Kintyre Way
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19Tarbert Golf Course
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20Tarbert Harbour
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21Skipness Castle
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22Skipness (St Brendan's) Chapel
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23White Shore walk and bird hide
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24Tarbert Bowling Club
2025 Events
- April 11th-14th 2025 - Scotland’s Wild Medicine Festival
- May 23rd - 26th 2025 - The Scottish Series Regatta
- July 5th-6th 2025 - Tarbert Seafood Festival
- August 3rd 2025 - Kilberry Loop Sportive
- Sept 6th 2025 tbc - Fèis an Tairbeirt Workshop Day
- Sept 19th-21st 2025 - Live at the Loch
- Nov date tbc - Tarbert Lights Switch On
- Nov/Dec date tbc - Tarbert Christmas Fair