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View of Pladda from Kildonan – View of Ailsa Craig loop from Kildonan

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View of Pladda from Kildonan – View of Ailsa Craig loop from Kildonan

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View of Pladda from Kildonan – View of Ailsa Craig loop from Kildonan

00:43

6.62km

130m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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10 m

View of Pladda from Kildonan

Highlight • Viewpoint

Picturesque spot with benches. Toilets available at village hall. No other facilities-bring own snacks and drinks!

Tip by

746 m

View of Kildonan Beach and Pladda Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

The beautiful sea views of the most southerly part of this Arran round trip.

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1.15 km

View of Ailsa Craig

Highlight • Beach

seal campsite near by but book in advance

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3.93 km

View of Ailsa Craig and Pladda Lighthouse from Arran

Highlight • Viewpoint

Excellent views of Ailsa Craig and Mull of Kintyre.

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5.58 km

Cafe at Carradale Network Centre

Highlight • Cafe

5.60 km

Forest of the Falls Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

The Forest Of The Falls Cafe is a coffeehouse in North Ayrshire, Scotland. The Forest Of The Falls Cafe is situated nearby to the forest Auchenhew Wood and Eco Library.

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6.51 km

View of Pladda Island and Ailsa Craig from Kildonan Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Kildonan is a village on the south coast of Arran. It is named after the Irish monk, Saint Donan, who is believed to have lived here in the 6th century. …

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6.62 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.34 km

248 m

Surfaces

5.61 km

732 m

127 m

121 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

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Wednesday 15 July

25°C

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View of Pladda from Kildonan – View of Ailsa Craig loop from Kildonan

View of Pladda from Kildonan

View of Kildonan Beach and Pladda Island

View of Ailsa Craig

View of Ailsa Craig and Pladda Lighthouse from Arran

Cafe at Carradale Network Centre

Forest of the Falls Cafe

View of Pladda Island and Ailsa Craig from Kildonan Beach

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