Location: Campbeltown
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The 6 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Campbeltown, Scotland
Campbeltown; (/ˈkæmbəltən/ ( listen); Scottish Gaelic: Ceann Loch Chille Chiarain or Ceann Locha) is a town and former royal burgh in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It lies by Campbeltown Loch on the Kintyre peninsula. Originally known as Kinlochkilkerran (an anglicization of the Gaelic, which means "head of the loch by the kirk of Ciarán"), it was renamed in the 17th century as Campbell's Town after Archibald Campbell (Earl of Argyle) was granted the site in 1667. Campbeltown became an important centre for shipbuilding and Scotch whisky, and a busy fishing port.
Restaurants in Campbeltown
1. Springbank Distillery
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5.0 based on 328 reviews
Springbank Distillery is one of the main visitor attractions in Campbeltown, Kintyre. It is one of three distilleries remaining in Campbeltown which, in the 19th century, was classed as 'The Whisky Capital of the World'. Established in 1828, Springbank is the oldest independent family owned distillery in Scotland and is the only distillery in Scotland to carry out the full production process on one site - from the traditional floor maltings through to the bottling.
2. Dunaverty Golf Club
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5.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By williamy641 - Lochgilphead, United Kingdom
Dunaverty Golf Club is located in the Mull of Kintyre with spectacular views to the Irish and Scottish coasts. The course plays on course greens all year round and is in excellent condition. The friendly clubhouse offers snacks, teas and coffees as well as a range of golf consumables and club logo gear.
3. Glen Scotia Distillery
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5.0 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By suzzytravels - Darlington, United Kingdom
Myself and some friends went on a tour and whisky tasting here and had a blast. The tour guide was funny and informative, answering all our questions about the local area and the whisky making process. The building is tastefully decorated and kitted out so it feels modern and old fashioned all at once and the whisky we tasted at the end was so delicious I bought a bottle of the Victoriana to take home as well as a bottle of Double Cask for my parents, which they thoroughly appreciated as part of their Anniversary present. If I come back to Kintyre I will definitely be visiting Glen Scotia again.
4. Wilder Ways
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5.0 based on 79 reviews
Wilder Ways offer adventure horse riding throughout Western Scotland. Enjoy an exhilarating journey through the wilds on one of our experienced horses, or even bring your own horse. Come and explore off the beaten tracks, beaches, woodlands and hill tops; navigating exciting obstacles with the horses. From half day rides to all inclusive riding holidays we offer bespoke packages to suit you. From 2020 we have introduced horseback archery experience days and short breaks. There is nothing like the thrill of shooting an arrow from a horse at canter.
Reviewed By finlallaura - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Amazing experience riding in the wilds of southern Kintyre. The half day ride took a group of us up and over moorlands and into ancient atmospheric woods where we found a clearing with enormous mysterious standing stone, then down the glen to ride in the river. The herd of horses all gorgeous, each with character and happy to let Yeva the lurcher take the lead, who bounded ahead to check our route and was like a young deer jumping everything in sight. Our hosts that day were Nikki, Cara and Lauren who are are total awsome wild riding experts. Such an experience! will try horseback archery next!!!
5. Davaar Island Cave Painting of the Crucifixion
6. Mull of Kintyre Lighthouse
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4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By eskin2228 - Reno, United States
My relatives were the light keepers in the 1890's. I have a piece of the lighthouse log from those years and the receipts signed by my relatives when they accepted responsibility for it's care and operation to the British Northern Light Board. This is a Stevenson light but as it is on a high sea cliff, there was no need for a tall structure. It was completed in 1798 and if you think it's hard to get there now, imagine transporting all the materials down a horse track when the horses can only carry about 100 lbs. a trip.At one time the light keeper's quarters were available to rent, but I immagine the potential liability of the trip down killed that. It's interesting to note that the privileged class still can enjoy the area. About 1/2 way down is a very nice cottage which is fully modern. It is called Balnamoul and the area was at one time a shepherd's residence. Kintyre and UK officials can get access to this, but not us average folks. There is much more to the history of this area if anyone is interested. It also gives rise to a well known question in the Scots Whisky world, that being " What is the difference between Irish Whisky and Scots Whisky; the answer being 12 miles, the distance between the Mull and Northern Ireland.
