All Shopping in Argyll and Bute

Visit this fantastic shop in Ardrishaig opposite the ‘Egg Shed’ at the Steamer Terminal for the iconic Crinan Canal. Browse their collection of sea kayaks, paddles, sails and kayaking kit plus the fantastically useful Easy Load Roof Rack & cradle systems.  You will find all you need to get you on the water safely and easily. The shop is located Read more…

The Archway Gallery is an independent art gallery and gift shop, showcasing local artists and craftsmen and women, including beautifully designed jewellery. If you’re inspired you can purchase art supplies and crafting materials. They hold exhibitions, showcasing key works, check out their website for the featured artists. The gallery also offers a bespoke picture framing service. Read more…

Tarbert Life, on Harbour Street, is mapping the local history of the village from the days of King Robert the Bruce to the building of the harbour, the fishing trade, farming and Tarbert mart. From herring girls to the shops and industries of yesterday, Tarbert Life will help you understand the story of the village. Tarbert Life will display visitor Read more…

Three gift shops in a row along the west side of Colchester Square, Lochgilphead – each with its own style and collection of goodies.  Here you can shop all the way from high-end, hand-crafted Scottish products; through general gifts and beautiful greetings cards; to traditional and pocket money toys for kids – the shop has something to cater for all Read more…

Holidays and short breaks in the Heart of Argyll would not be complete without sampling some of the great local produce on offer at the family run Ferguson’s Butchers in Lochgilphead and Hyslop’s Butchers in Tarbert. If you are self-catering near Tarbert, treat yourself to one of Richie’s steak pies or his tasty home made burgers – perfect for barbecues! Read more…

Established in 2000 – Bluestone Gift Shop offers a unique range of design led cards, gifts and jewellery. Striving to source affordable gifts with a difference and often from across the globe, Bluestone really caters for any occasion and is also the perfect shop for those looking to treat themselves. Having achieved industry wide recognition Bluestone was honoured to achieve: Read more…

Artmap Argyll Open Studios The exhibiting artists display and many are demonstrating their various disciplines including weaving, printmaking, design, sculpting, textile and glass artists and woodworking, the list is endless. Most of the studios are situated in stunning locations, imaginative spaces and unusual buildings, from antique shops to bothies all linked by spectacular views. Some of the studios will also be open online.  There is Read more…

Great selection of local books, guides and maps. Situated in Lochgilphead town centre. Lorne Street, Lochgilphead Tel: 01546 603 596 Read more…

At both our Ardfern and our Tarbert Yacht Chandlery, we stock a full range of marine products for every boating eventuality including, Raymarine, Garmin and Icom electronics, BETA and BUKH engine parts, Profurl reefing systems, dinghies and ribs as well as lifejackets, flares, books, charts, paints, ropes and anchors. Meanwhile, our extensive clothing and footwear range sees us regularly stocking Read more…

We are a long-established family run smokehouse. We take great pride in our smoked products, for example smoked salmon, trout and mackerel which are all hand sliced, interleaved and vacuum packed to the customer’s requirements. We are based at the south end of Loch Awe in the small village of Ford on the West coast of Scotland. MURRAY SMOKED PRODUCTS Read more…

The Square Peg Sandwich Bar in Lochgilphead is a popular take-away selling home-baking (made on site) and hot & cold rolls and snacks.  Try their organic and Rainforest Alliance approved Tikki coffee served by barista trained staff. The sandwich bar also has a free tap water refill station. The shop has four other shopping departments. Opening Times Open Monday to Read more…

One of the key attractions in Argyll and Bute on Scotland’s west coast, Kilmartin Museum re-opened in September 2023 following a period of vital redevelopment work. A custodian of the artefacts that come from Kilmartin Glen, one of Scotland’s richest prehistoric landscapes, the Museum houses a collection with a Nationally Significant status, offering visitors of all ages a fascinating insight Read more…