Enjoy a varied selection of original works by local and visiting artists in the comfort of this lovingly converted former church. Or just enjoy the bed and breakfast and check out the legendary, natural beauty of this Scottish island and the many activities and events which Arran has to offer. Surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Arran's northend, CastleKirK rests on the edge of a sea loch and overlooks the ruined13th century Lochranza Castle. CastlekirK provides bed and breakfast for up to six guests. In the middle of Lochranza village and within walking distance of the Kintyre ferry, pub, shop and Distillery, this beautiful 19th century former free church has four bedrooms (three of which are situated in the converted roofspace of the building) and a breakfast room / tv lounge which has views from the end of Glen Chalmadale and out across the Kilbrannan Sound to Loch Fyne. The accommodation consists of: UPSTAIRS: double room with ensuite, single and twin rooms, sharing 1 shower room. DOWNSTAIRS: 1 twin, 1 shower room. Tea and coffee making facilities at all times. We provide full cooked, continental or vegetarian breakfasts. Prices for bedbreakfast start from £22.50 per person per night. Click on map to enlarge. Wow, what a bb. My favourite ever. The owners are so cool, I highly recommend booking early. By the way, it is very romantic. http://www.virtualtourist.com. The Waverley coming into dock at Lochranza Pier. Other sites of interest: www.castlekirk.co.uk. Please Note that this is the official website to book accommodation through. If you book through any other internet agency they will charge you a booking fee. CastleKirk Arran is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. Lochranza, Isle of Arran, Scotland, KA27 8HL Tel : +44 1770 830202 (outside the UK) 01770 830 202 (from UK)e-mail: info@castlekirkarran.co.uk

www.arranfolkfestival.com. ABOUT THE ARRAN FOLK FESTIVAL. After several years of contemplation, two individuals who have been very closely involved with the festival at different times, have decided to create a new Arran Folk Festival and to do it in a way which is sustainable in the increasingly commercial world in which we find ourselves. Terry Stevens is known to most islanders and a greatmany perennial visitors, for his ceilidh work with the Boguillie Band and a variety of folk lineups which can be found playing in all corners of the island at all times of year. In a former life, Terry was a director of a marketing company and brings a clear business approach to music - he was also a long-standing Arran Folk Festival committee member. Donal Boyle has been at the forefront of traditional music on Arran for nearly 20 years, having started his musical apprenticeship in the Kiscadale Hotel at the tender age of 14. He has played with Arran Folk Festival founder members, Iain Maggie Frame in the Angels' Share and Glasgow Bluegrass band the Moonshiners before joining Terry and his various bands. Donal wasalso a long-standing committee member and latter day chairman of the festival. The idea is to run the Arran Folk Festival as a business and to relaunch it with a very high, international profile. Celtic Connections has provided a tremendous model, which demonstrates that it is possible to run a successful, fully commercial enterprise without losing the essence of the tradition with its informality, spontaneity and great sense of humour. The Festival will also establish a trust fund to assist the many community groups, which are involved in music and the performing arts generally. To that end it is proposed that the 15th Arran Folk Festival will take place in June 2009 and in the meantime, the company will promote a series of concerts, acoustic sessions and family ceilidhs every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays. It will also be recording local performers whose CDs will be available throughout the island and online. NICK HARPER AND GLENN TILBROOK PLAY BASE CAMP MT EVEREST! For 23 days in October (9-31) 2007, cancer survivors and co founders of the Love Hope Strength Foundation (LHSF) Mike Peters of the Welsh rock band the Alarm and entertainment insurance executive James Chippendale took the fight against cancer to new heights- Mount Everest. Also taking part in the Everest Rocks trek were Billy Duffy (The Cult), Slim Jim Phantom (Stray Cats), Jimmy Barnes, Dave Wakeling (English Beat), Glenn Tilbrook (Squeeze) and Nick Harper along with mountaineers, cancer survivors and those whose lives have been affected by cancer and invited friends on the adventure of a lifetime. Everest Rocks was a fourteen day trek and acoustic concert at the base camp of Mount Everest, with a grand finale rock concert in Kathmandu. Funds raised through the promotions will go to The Love Hope Strength Foundation Cancer Support network that will provide cancer patients and their families with funding for treatments and access to information on the best doctors, treatments, hospitals, clinical trials and medications available. A portion of the proceeds from events will benefit local cancer charities in each area. Funds raised from the Everest Rocks Event will provide much needed funding to the Nepal Cancer Society and their very worthwhile programs. If you would like to make a donation, please go to: www.lovehopestrength.co.uk. NICK HARPER IS CURRENTLY ON TOUR. FEBRUARY Fri 15 ABC2 Glasgow 0870 4000 818 Sat 16 The Maze Nottingham 0115 947 5650 Fri 22 West End Centre Aldershot 01252 330040 Sat 23 100 Club London 0207 636 0933 Sun 24 Komedia Brighton 01273 647100 Thu 28 The Fleece Bristol 0117 945 0996 Fri 29 Hazlewood House Kingsbridge 01548 821232 MARCH Sat 1 Acorn Theatre Penzance 01736 365520 Sun 2 Kino Exeter 01392 425309/281000 Thu 6 The Stables Milton Keynes 01908 280800 Fri 7 The Brindley Runcorn 0151 907 8360 Sat 8 TBA TBA TBA Wed 12 Glee Club Birmingham 0870 241 5093 Fri 14 Norwich Arts Norwich 01603 660352 Sat 15 Headgate Theatre Colchester 01206 366000 Sun 16 The Junction Cambridge 01223 511 511. Glenn Tilbrook last played at CastleKirk in Easter 2005. He had previously played @ CastleKirk 28th September 2004, below are a selection of photographs taken by Robert Coia on that night. For more information visit @ www.glenntilbrook.com. Please click on an image for enlarged version. Martin played @ Castlekirk 16th July 2004, please click on the links below to download 'Orange Is the Colour Of Joy', from Martin's album, 'Collective Force'. These video clips are downloadable with the kind permission of Martin Stephenson. You can find more information about Martin @. Orange Is The Colour Of Joy - Low Version. Orange Is The Colour Of Joy - Med Version. Orange Is The Colour Of Joy - High Version. CastleKirk, houses The Green Harper Gallery, a room which has hosted art exhibitions from around Europe. It has also hosted evenings of Celtic storytelling and live music from artists such as: Fiona Davidson, Robin Williamson, Carol Laula and Nick Harper. Bert Jansch turned the house into a studio for 2 weeks and recorded his Toy Balloon album for Cooking Vynil Records in 1998. There have also been various workshops, conferences and a wedding held in this unique venue. Check back to this page for regular updates on events and performances happening at The Green Harper Gallery. NICK HARPER @ THE GREEN HARPER GALLERY for Nick's Official website. There are doubtless less easily accessible live music locations in Scotland than Lochranza at the North end of Arran. Few of their venues though, can be so un-rock 'n' roll as CastleKirk's music room. A former chapel, beautifully renovated, it is certainly a different proposition from Nick Harper's port of call tonight at King Tut's.. Rob Adams- The Herald. Lochranza, Isle of Arran, Scotland, KA27 8HL Tel : +44 1770 830202 (outside the UK) 01770 830 202 (from UK) e-mail:

The Green Harper Gallery. The Green Harper Gallery, on the ground floor of Castlekirk, shows work from around Europe and also some of our local artists in group or solo exhibitions. We have hosted various music events,a list of some of the musicians who've performed can be seen on our music pages, conferences and even a wedding service. This page will be regularly updated to include news about the artists and exhibitions elsewhere.

Please complete the details in the form below and click on SEND to email your enquiry. Your Contact Details. Accommodation Details. The accommodation consists of: 1 double room with ensuite, 2 twin rooms and 1 single room. Please detail your room requirements here

 Luggage storage
 Central situation
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 Common room with a TV set