Location: Campbeltown
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What to do and see in Campbeltown, Scotland: The Best Free Things to do
Campbeltown; (/ˈkæmbəltən/ ( listen); Scottish Gaelic: Ceann Loch Chille Chiarain or Ceann Locha) is a town and former royal burgh in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It lies by Campbeltown Loch on the Kintyre peninsula. Originally known as Kinlochkilkerran (an anglicization of the Gaelic, which means "head of the loch by the kirk of Ciarán"), it was renamed in the 17th century as Campbell's Town after Archibald Campbell (Earl of Argyle) was granted the site in 1667. Campbeltown became an important centre for shipbuilding and Scotch whisky, and a busy fishing port.
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1. Davaar Island Cave Painting of the Crucifixion
2. Mull of Kintyre Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By eskin2228 - Reno, United States
My relatives were the light keepers in the 1890's. I have a piece of the lighthouse log from those years and the receipts signed by my relatives when they accepted responsibility for it's care and operation to the British Northern Light Board. This is a Stevenson light but as it is on a high sea cliff, there was no need for a tall structure. It was completed in 1798 and if you think it's hard to get there now, imagine transporting all the materials down a horse track when the horses can only carry about 100 lbs. a trip.At one time the light keeper's quarters were available to rent, but I immagine the potential liability of the trip down killed that. It's interesting to note that the privileged class still can enjoy the area. About 1/2 way down is a very nice cottage which is fully modern. It is called Balnamoul and the area was at one time a shepherd's residence. Kintyre and UK officials can get access to this, but not us average folks. There is much more to the history of this area if anyone is interested. It also gives rise to a well known question in the Scots Whisky world, that being " What is the difference between Irish Whisky and Scots Whisky; the answer being 12 miles, the distance between the Mull and Northern Ireland.
3. Westport Beach
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By 277neils - Billericay, United Kingdom
This beach is circa 2.5km long with a car park at the start, just a short way outside of Campbeltown. We were blessed with mild weather and when the sun broke through it felt like walking along a Caribbean shore at times. We walked the whole way down and back, picking up 12 bags of plastic and non recyclable rubbish on the way (not that the beach was remotely dirty, we were just doing our bit whilst there) There were some dog walkers, some families set up for the day and some surfers too - something for everyone and a must-visit if you are in the area
4. Campbeltown Heritage Centre
5. Coastal Design
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By OliviaSPaton - Dagenham, United Kingdom
This shop is a treasure trove of beautiful and quaint items. Every time I have visited I have always left having bought at least two pieces - this visit was no different. The items on sale range from inexpensive craft items made from driftwood, shells or pebbles to the most beautiful intricate designer pieces of jewellery and silk. Well worth a visit.
