All Nature Reserves in Argyll and Bute

Crinan Wood it is often described as a remnant of Scotland’s own rainforest. It is home to a vast variety of ferns and lichens and 24 species of bird. Spectacular views west to the Isle of Jura, east across the River Add estuary and the Moine Mhor and north to the mountains of the Isle of Mull. Duntrune Castle (private) Read more…

Steep, rocky ridges – or ‘knaps’ – cloaked in woodland and separated by narrow, often flooded ‘dales’, create a landscape unique in Scotland where land juts out into the sea at Loch Sween. A haven for wildlife. The site is owned by Forestry Commission Scotland and was home to the Scottish Beaver Trial, a partnership project that has seen the Read more…

Taynish, where the ancient oakwoods sweep down to the shore, where lichens and mosses form nature’s carpet and bog myrtle and heather grow together like old friends. The remnants of the past are still visible today, each holding their stories of the past as the otters and deer, the woodpeckers and wrens carry on with their daily chores. This is Read more…

Moine Mhor is an amazing place, full of natural history interest, at the heart of historic Kilmartin Glen. Such an unspoilt area of wild wetland habitat is full of life. Mosses abound, and 242 species of lichens have been recorded. The bog surface is home to many flowering plants, including the insect-catching sundew, colourful heath spotted-orchids and scarce species such Read more…

Visit us at the Argyll Beaver Centre and let us show you the fantastic variety of wildlife our area has to offer. We provide a Ranger service within Knapdale and its surrounding area, offering wildlife guided walks and themed events throughout the season. We want to share our passion for the natural beauty, wildlife and biodiversity of Mid Argyll and Read more…