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 The stables are situated only a 5 minute ride from the vast sandy beach of Kilchattan Bay. There are many scenic routes surrounding the trekking centre including moor and hill rides. For refreshments, The Kingarth Hotel is situated next door to the centre, whilst the St Blane's Hotel is approximately 1 mile away in the village of Kilchattan Bay. Both hotels serve good meals throughout the day. There is also a post office/shop in the village. If you fancy a break from the riding, Bute has lots more to offer. There are 3 golf courses on the island, including a 9-holer about 1 mile away. The island capital of Rothesay is 7 miles away with lots of shops, pubs, restaurants, a swimming pool, cinema, museum and Rothesay Castle. Another must-see attraction, only 3 miles away, is Mount Stuart House, the family seat of the Marquess of Bute. For more information about the island visit www.isle-of-bute.com.  The Trekking Centre has a large variety of horses and ponies ranging in size from small lead rein ponies to large thoroughbred types. We have mounts suitable for beginners on their first trek out and competition horses for riders with experience. We can cater for casual bookings on a daily basis as well as offering the complete holiday package. We can arrange anything from a 2 day mini-break (see below) to a full 5 day holiday and we welcome individuals and couples as well as larger parties. If you are planning a work or club "day out" and will arrange transport from the ferry, a ride out and lunch at one of the local hotels. Please contact us for more details. Throughout the year we have specialist instructors and we also run various different competitions such as gymkhanas.  We cater for unaccompanied children in our own home, 500 yards from the stables, living as part of our family on a full board basis. They are at the stables all day and in the evening they can mix with the other kids. Trips to the swimming pool are always on the agenda as well as exploring the beach next to the house. Accommodation for adults and families can be arranged at the various local hotels and B & B's. Have a look at www.visitbute.com or www.isle-of-bute.com for details of accommodation on the island. A small camp site is available at the stables with spaces for tents and touring caravans. Shower facilities are available.  The Isle of Bute is one of the most accessible islands in Scotland. There are regular flights into both Glasgow and Prestwick airports from Stansted, Luton and Heathrow. Flight times and prices can be checked at Easyjet and Ryanair. Both airports are about 40mins from the ferry terminal for Rothesay. There is also a railway link from Glasgow Central station direct to the ferry terminal. Access to the island is provided by Caledonian MacBrayne ferries from Wemyss Bay (pron.Weems) to Rothesay which takes about 35 mins. There is also a small ferry across the Kyles of Bute at the north end of Bute. Details of timetables can be found at www.calmac.co.uk Once you are on the island, Kingarth Trekking Centre can be reached by car, taxi or bus. We are at the southern end of Bute about 7 miles from Rothesay town centre and we can arrange transport from the ferry if required. Unaccompanied childern will be met at the ferry. |
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