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Islands · Central Scotland

Isle of Bute

In or near Ascog.

Free admission🐾 Dog-friendly

Isle of Bute — island in the Firth of Clyde in Scotland.

Isle of Bute, islands in Central Scotland

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
4 h–12 h
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

Getting there & planning your visit

The Isle of Bute is located in the Scottish Highlands, with the postcode PA20 0HA for sat-nav. Entry to the island is free.

Directions on Google Maps →

About

Isle of Bute is a island in the United Kingdom. It covers approximately 12,217 km². Recent population estimates put it at around 6,498 people. Wikidata describes it as: "island in the Firth of Clyde in Scotland". Coordinates: 55.8357°, -5.0564°.

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Summary from the official site

The Isle of Bute is known for its rich history and cultural significance, particularly in relation to the Scots language. Visitors can explore a map that highlights Scots place-names, reflecting the linguistic heritage of Scotland and the evolution of its dialects over centuries.

From the Wikipedia article

The Isle of Bute (Scots: Buit; Scottish Gaelic: Eilean Bhòid or An t-Eilean Bòdach), known as Bute (), is an island in the Firth of Clyde in Scotland. It is divided into highland and lowland areas by the Highland Boundary Fault. Formerly a constituent island of the larger County of Bute, it is now part of the council area of Argyll and Bute. Bute's resident population was 6,498 in 2011, a decline of just over 10% from the figure of 7,228 recorded in 2001 against a background of Scottish island populations as a whole growing by 4% to 103,702 for the same period.

Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.

Coordinates
55.8357, -5.0564
Postcode
PA20 0HA
Parliamentary constituency
Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
Population
6,498

Sources

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Rothesay Castle

Rothesay Castle — castle in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, UK.

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Former United Free Church, Rothesay, Bute

Former United Free Church, Rothesay, Bute — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Historic houses · Central Scotland

Town Hall and Sheriff Court, Castle Street, Rothesay, Bute

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St Andrews R.C. Church Hall, Bridgend Street, Rothesay, Bute

St Andrews R.C. Church Hall, Bridgend Street, Rothesay, Bute — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Where to eat & stay near Isle of Bute

Places to stay

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Hostels · Central Scotland

Bute Backpackers Hotel

Bute Backpackers Hotel — a hostel in scotland highlands.

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Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Millport Holiday Park

Millport Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

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Caravan parks · Central Scotland

Wemyss Bay Holiday Park

Wemyss Bay Holiday Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands. Brand: Parkdean Resorts.

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Westbourne House Caravan Park

Westbourne House Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland highlands.

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Wemyss Bay Holiday Park

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Places to eat & drink

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Historic pubs · Scottish Lowlands

Corrie Hotel

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The James Watt

The James Watt in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Isle of Bute?
Isle of Bute is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA20 0HA).
What is Isle of Bute?
Isle of Bute — island in the Firth of Clyde in Scotland.
How do I get to Isle of Bute?
Drivers can use postcode PA20 0HA.
Is Isle of Bute free to visit?
Yes, Isle of Bute is free to enter.
How do I get to Isle of Bute?
Drivers can navigate to postcode PA20 0HA. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.