Cycling in Rothesay

Take the train from Glasgow Central Station for Wemyss Bay Station and CalMac Ferry Terminal. Arriving at Rothesay Ferry Terminal take the road facing the Ferry Terminal exit - the B881 (High Street) passing Rothesay Castle on the right. The B881 continues to climb as it leaves the town passing Rothesay Leisure Centre, Rothesay Academy and Rothesay Primary School - all on the right. The route opens out the fine views of Loch Fad on the right and the mountains of the Isle of Arran ahead. after a speedy descent the B881 twists and turns before its junction with the A844. Turning right, Scalpsie Bay opens out the left and within a short distance a car park can be found on the left. From this car park, dismount and a path leads to Scalpsie Bay shore.