In undertaking the coastal road around the Isle of Arran, we passed through Catacol in the Northwest corner. Little more than a hamlet, we stopped at the hotel for a bite to eat and had to simply admire the upkeep of these wonderful old, solid fishermen’s houses.
The front of the houses gave onto the sea while to the rear they were hemmed in by heath and hill.
Benches are set to admire the view.
Ever in hope the bus stop waits.
Looking back to the north one can see Catacol nestled in against the hillside, sheltering from all that nature can throw at it.
If you do go to Arran, make sure you do the coastal loop, you will be well rewarded whatever the weather…..
Meticulous Mick 
Wonderful post, enjoyed your photos. Looks like a place I should visit one day soon. http://www.brilliantviewpoint.com
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I wish I had consulted the great book of wisdom (sometimes called Robin or Northumbrian Light) before landing on the Isle of Arran. Always, John 🌻
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Cheers Ardalionangulano, Northumbrian Light is indeed a leading light….Trust you had a good time on Arran, we certainly did. 🍀
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Aaargh! The pull is ever stronger to make my way to Scotland…
Thank you for your ever-beautiful pics, John!
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No, thank you for your continued visits Dale, 🍀
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Always, John 🌻
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Fine images which bring back good memories of Catacol – the cottages are known as the Twelve Apostles – we stayed at number 3 in May 2006. Each of the cottages has a different upper window so that when the fishermen were at sea they could recognise if their house was lit by a candle – they must have had very good eyesight 🙂
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Wow, that is great information Robin. I think you have just qualified for comment of the year for the insight you have just provided. Amazing and many thanks for your input. MM🍀
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How cool is that?
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I wish I had consulted the great book of wisdom (sometimes called Robin or Northumbrian Light) before landing on the Isle of Arran. What fantastic input! 🍀
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Good to know! 🌻
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What about that bus stop? Now that’s what I call a view!
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Here I wouldn’t mind if the bus was a bit late – unless of course its howling a gale and the wind is horizontal which perhaps happens a bit too frequently for my liking…
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Ah the wind ..
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This is a spot I know very well. My kids always loved seeing the seals on this exact shoreline. I hope you made it to Machrie Moor which is my absolute favourite place on Arran.
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Thought I might be treading on your old stomping ground…we loved Machrie Moor and the Isle of Arran. A great all round destination.
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I love the black and white picture.
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Anne, I could not agree more in that the B/W is the stand out…🍀
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Wow, what a location.
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Thank you so much for the comment. the west coast of Scotland is full of such scenes, well worth the trip….🍀
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