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Ardrossan's North Bay grants another wonderful view of Arran (Day 10)

It is crucial that tide times are thoroughly checked before setting out, as several sections can be impassable or extremely awkward at high tide. This can result in slow progress and could therefore prove disruptive to your plans or could even mean missing the next ferry, bus or train. Go to www.bbc.co.uk/weather/coast/tides for relevant information. Sections where the tide may prove problematic are highlighted in this guide's route text, so check the information on the website before setting out.

One or two days?

Some of the longer routes can easily be broken down into shorter two-day sections. On the mainland Day 4 Dunure to Troon and Day 5 Troon to Ardrossan could be broken down further by spending the night at Alloway, Ayr, Prestwick, Troon or Irvine. All have accommodation as well as a selection of bars and restaurants to enjoy a night out. Details can be found in ssss1.

Four days or more?

The four days on Arran could be easily extended to a week, allowing plenty of time to explore the fantastic island. Both Corrie and Sannox have accommodation, which, if you do choose to spend the night, would allow two days to complete Day 6 Brodick to Lochranza. Catacol or Pirnmill could be reached from either Corrie or Sannox but there is limited accommodation on Arran's western side. There is then very little in the way of accommodation between Pirnmill and Blackwaterfoot. The only place to stay between Blackwaterfoot and Kildonan is the fantastic Lagg Hotel and a night spent here is great. Options then increase at Kildonan, Whiting Bay and Lamlash, as each offers a variety of accommodation and places to eat, meaning the time spent on Arran can be extended to suit.