Walking & wildlife

Torrisdale Estate is an ideal location to relax and absorb the glorious scenery, nature and wildlife of the Kintyre peninsula.  You can explore the castle grounds with its many trails (keeping an eye out for deer and golden eagles); climb the nearby hills, including Beinn an Tuirc, Kintyre's highest peak, to enjoy some spectacular views; and visit the estate's sandy beach, Torrisdale Bay, to enjoy the views of Arran, seabirds and the seals basking on the rocks.  For example, the photo above was taken from the top of the hill overlooking the estate.

Our own Estate Ranger, Hannah, is on hand to show you the trails, the wildlife and the stunning views.

Scotland's newest long distance walk, the Kintyre Way passes through Torrisdale. The walk stretches from Tarbert at the north end of Kintyre, to Southend in the south, and the estate is an ideal base for those looking to walk the Kintyre Way in individual stretches, being almost halfway on the 87 mile route. Via this walk and the neighbouring Forestry Commission land, you can now access the spine of Kintyre without going near a public road.