Largs Description
Largs is a premier, small, popular seaside town on the North Ayrshire coast on the West coast of Scotland approximately 30 miles from Glasgow and 20 miles from Ayr/Troon overlooking the small islands of Cumbrae and Arran with superb countryside and a variety of sports, including golf and sailing. Day trips via ferry to Cumbrae (from Largs); to Arran (from Ardrossan); to Rothesay (from Weymss Bay); to Dunoon (from Gourock) - all within 10 miles from Largs. Largs offers numerous activities for all ages including:
- 2 golf courses (Kelburn and Routenburn) and of course well within range of the well known Ayrshire courses, such as Prestwick, Troon and Turnberry.
- Sailing Marina
- National water sports centre on Cumbrae island http://www.nationalcentrecumbrae.org.uk
- Indoor swimming pool
- Kelburn Castle, Country centre and Estate (childrens activities, horse riding) http://www.kelburnestate.com
- Amusement arcades
- Viking museum (Largs is the scene of the last Viking battle on mainland Britain in 1263)
- 2 Putting greens
- Large selection of restaurants, cafes (including the World famous Nardinis), bars and shops
- Cycle Hire
- Fine walking
Please visit http://www.largsonline.co.uk for more details.