Lochgilphead, on the shores of Loch Gilp, an inlet of Loch Fyne, might be a small town, but it is the administrative hub for Argyll and Bute, an area which covers much of western Scotland. Founded in 1790, Lochgilphead has a quaint, quiet charm and is well worth a visit from anyone travelling along the A83 to Campbeltown. Visitors can relax in a town free of relentless modernism, a town with the more peaceful atmosphere of the past. Lochgilphead’s most significant moment in history came arguably with the construction of the Crinan Canal, which was completed in 1801, allowing for easy access for vessels travelling from the Clyde to the Inner Hebrides. The canal was redesigned by legendary civil engineer Thomas Telford and is well worth exploring. Nowadays it is traffic from yachts that fills the canal, as sailing parties negotiate the beautiful waters on Scotland’s west coast. Lochgilphead is a great base from which to explore the nearby Mull Of Kintyre and activities available include; exploring Kilmory Castle, coastal walks, fishing, golf and loch cruises. Lochgilphead has some fine restaurants, and accommodation ranging from hotels to caravan sites. This unspoiled area of Scotland is perfect for a driving holiday, best start your engines.
Attraction
Camping
Caravan Park
Castle Sween Caravan Park
Leachive Caravan Park
Lochgilphead Caravan Site
Cottage
Council
Dentist
Doctor
Estate Agent
C & D MacTaggart
MacArthur Stewart Solicitors & Estate Agents
Golf Club
Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
Restaurant
Argyll Inn
Stables (The)
Taj Mahal
School
Lochgilphead High School
Lochgilphead Primary School
Solicitor
Sports Clubs
Mid Argyll CC (Cycling)
Shops
Argyll Gift Company
Florests
Dannys
Argyll Pharmacies Ltd
John Wallace
Fyne Organic Company (The)
Activities
Brenfield Shooting(Shooting)
Places to Stay near Lochgilphead
Allt-Na-Craig House (2.44 miles)
This elegant Victorian mansion has breathtaking views over Loch Fyne, and is superbly situated for touring the stunning Argyll region and beyond.Childhood home of Kenneth Grahame author of 'Wind in ... More
Allt-Na-Craig House (2.44 miles)
The Cairnbaan (2.56 miles)
Lochgair Hotel (3.91 miles)
Crinan Hotel (5.97 miles)
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Highland Cottage (8.48 miles)
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Amidst a glorious landscape of unspoilt wooded glens, fragmented coastline, stunning sea lochs and breathtaking bays, the delightful cottages at Home Farm nestle in a peaceful wooded ... More
Galley of Lorne Inn (10.58 miles)
The perfect location for short breaks exploring Argyll and the Islands of Scotland's West Coast
Whisk yourself away to our award winning 17th Century Drovers Inn nestled on the lochside in the picturesque village of Ardfern, ... More
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Stonefield Castle Hotel (11.60 miles)
Spoil yourself and stay in a Castle which is an outstanding example of Scottish baronial Architecture. Built in 1837 and in keeping with its unique situation and character, many of the original ... More
Kilfinan Hotel (11.95 miles)
Tighnabruaich Hotel (12.04 miles)
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