Sir, We are just back from our third visit to lovely Arran this year. We are still getting over the shock of both of our ferries running to time as advertised.
During our holiday we visited many establishments for food and drink and shops for the purchase of gifts for our offspring. Our general feeling was that businesses on the island continue to thrive and, as ever, are offering service with a smile. Long may that continue.
There was one visit that we found disappointing and that was to what should be the jewel in Arran’s crown, Brodick Castle. We approached by the Fisherman’s Walk and entered by the steps from the Wineport. The cabin that used to issue tickets was closed and there was no control over entry. It did not matter to us as members, but the cabin appeared to have been closed for some time with lost opportunities for revenue and memberships. The castle itself is closed, and has been for some time, after being shut for refurbishment, which seems to have gone on for ever.