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A quality lifestyle

Argyll offers a unique pace of life, whether you’re seeking adventure or tranquillity. Defined by mountains, lochs, islands and an extensive coastline, its outstanding natural environment has made it a hub for renewable energy and marine science research.

A mix of commuter towns, rural villages and island communities, Argyll is shaped by strong civic pride, an active social enterprise sector and a thriving visitor economy drawn by its food, wildlife and landscapes. Well connected by ferry, rail and air, this unspoilt region offers a sustainable lifestyle rooted in community and nature.

Crew of people laughing and enjoying whitewater rafting

An outdoor adventure playground

Whether you are an adrenalin junkie or prefer a more relaxed pace of life, Argyll has it all to offer.

Diving, sailing, kayaking or mountain biking, skiing and photography, Scotland’s West Coast offers it all, in abundance.

The thriving town of Oban, as a busy tourist hub, offers the facilities, services and culture that you would expect of a much larger town.  With award-winning restaurants, superb community run cinema, thriving music scene and great leisure facilities, an active social life can be enjoyed here.

You can find out more about the area, what there is to see and do on VisitScotland's website, the national tourism organisation for Scotland. 

VisitScotland

Walkers standing on a hill looking down to crystal clear blue loch

Gateway to the Isles

Oban is well connected by air, sea, road and rail. Glasgow Airport is a two-hour drive and Oban Airport and Ferry Terminal provide regular flights and sailings respectively to many Hebridean Islands.

The A82 and A85 trunk roads give easy access to Scotland’s motorway network, whilst a regular train service connects Oban to the national railway network.

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