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Since the time I walked the Way, the path
has changed and now snakes inland south of
Lamlash to take in the spectacular Glenashdale
Falls. You can still keep strictly to the coast if
you prefer, however, going via Kingscross Point
and Cordon.
A trip across to the Holy Isle when you’re
in Lamlash is a must: once the residence of
Saint Molaise, and now home to a community
led by Tibetan Buddhists, it’s accessible only
by boat from here. And if you feel energetic
enough for it while you’re over, the 314-metre
(1,030ft) Mullach Mor is well worth the climb:
the views across to the mainland or over Arran
are spectacular.
Thence, it’s a routine walk round Clauchlands
Point to Brodick and some well-earned
refreshment. That’s the Arran Coastal Way –
walk it or cycle it and find out for yourself just
how good it is.
For more information on the Arran Coastal Way,
see www.coastalway.co.uk.
picture Mike Peel www.MikePeel.net CC BY-SA 4.0
An authentic aroma of Arran
Just over 25 years ago,
the kitchen of an Arran
cottage began generating
aromas that were not of
a culinary kind.
Janet and Keith Russell were
starting an experiment that
would develop into one of the
best-loved brands in Scotland.
Their bottled fragrances and,
inspired by the landscape and
scents of Arran, are now sought
after not only by thousands
of discerning customers but
boutique hotels around Scotland
and far beyond.
The Malmaison chain was
the first to come to the island in
search of a tailor-made aroma,
and since then many other
leading hoteliers have turned
to Arran Aromatics to create
bespoke scents.
‘To still be trading after 25
years, in a difficult economic
climate, is a great feeling,’ says
Janet. ‘Our commitment to
consistent development, quality
and a loyal and committed
workforce has kept us growing.’
Now branded as Arran Sense
of Scotland, the company’s signature
scent is After the Rain.
‘It was inspired by a walk in my
garden,’ remembers Janet, ‘in
sunshine after a shower, and me
thinking,“I wish we could capture
that fresh scent.”’ As luck would
have it, ‘our perfumer was on
hand to complete the process!’
After the Rain has earthy notes
topped with fresh, leafy and floral
notes of roses and lavender.
Top: Glenashdale Falls is
well worth the detour
Left: Arran Aromatics
have been creating scented
products since 1989
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Scottish Caravans & Motorhomes winter 2017
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