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Join me on my travels! As you may have guessed, I’m Tim. I’ve always had a love of travel and thanks to the magical UA-cam thing I can share my travels with you, the unsuspecting viewer. Thank you so much for watching this video and supporting my channel. All your likes, dislikes, comments and subs are greatly appreciated. If you like what you watched please hit that Subscribe button!
I have lots of interesting stuff planned for 2023 - stay tuned!
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I have lots of interesting stuff planned for 2023 - stay tuned!
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Rail & Sail To The Isle of Arran | Glasgow Central(ish) - Brodick
ROUTE: GLASGOW CENTRAL - BRODICK
OPERATORS: SCOTRAIL & CALEDONIAN MACBRAYNE
TRAIN: CLASS 380
VESSEL: mv ISLE OF ARRAN
COST: £20.00 (10.80 ANYTIME DAY RETURN, £9.20 FOOT PASSENGER RETURN)
After a fantastic rail and sail from Glasgow to Rothesay on the Isle of Bute, it was time to try another. This time I’m travelling to Brodick on the Isle of Arran. The railway journey sets off from Glasgow Central and runs along the Inverclyde Line to Paisley Gilmour Street. From there the lines diverge and we make our way along the Ayrshire Coast Line. Following stops at Glengarnock and Dalry we reach Kilwinning. The station is the most frequently served station in Ayrshire. Here the line branches in two, with one branch running south along the coast to Troon and Ayr. The other branch runs north along the coast to Ardrossan or Largs.
Leaving Stevenston we get our first glance at the Firth of Clyde as we make our way to the terminus of line, Ardrossan Harbour.
Ardrossan Harbour railway station is one of three remaining railway stations serving the town of Ardrossan. The station is managed by ScotRail but unusually it is not owned by Network Rail, but by Peel Ports.
Arriving at the most recently opened station to serve Ardrossan, Ardrossan Harbour, we switch modes of transport. From rail to sail. We’re taking the ferry mv Isle of Arran. She was launched in 1983 and entered service in 1984 operating from Ardrossan - Brodick. After serving various routes throughout the Calmac network, 40 years later she’s operating on the route she started out on.
MV Isle of Arran or Eilean Arainn was a ferry ahead of her time as she was equipped with a No Smoking lounge and was the first roll-on, roll-off vessel in the CalMac fleet.
Isle of Arran has capacity for up to 659 passengers and her open plan car deck provides space for 62 cars. On Deck 3 is a sheltered seating area, access to the car deck and passenger lounges, and a luggage area.
Deck 4 is the main passenger lounge. At the aft end of the deck is the Mariners restaurant. At the bow end is the Coffee Cabin, shop and lounge. The main entrance has an information desk, space for luggage and a gaming area. On the port side is another lounge designated for dogs. On deck 6 is the bridge and the outdoor bridge wings.
MV Isle of Arran was considered to be ahead of her time. A dedicated No Smoking lounge must have been something of a novelty in the 1980s. The MV Isle of Arran was the first roll-on, roll-off vessel in the CalMac fleet.
As you may have guessed, I’m Tim and I live in the Scottish Highlands. I’ve always had a love of travel and thanks to the magical UA-cam thing I can share my travels with you, the unsuspecting viewer. Thank you so much for watching this video and supporting my channel. All your likes, dislikes, comments and subs are greatly appreciated. If you like what you watched please hit that Subscribe button!
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OPERATORS: SCOTRAIL & CALEDONIAN MACBRAYNE
TRAIN: CLASS 380
VESSEL: mv ISLE OF ARRAN
COST: £20.00 (10.80 ANYTIME DAY RETURN, £9.20 FOOT PASSENGER RETURN)
After a fantastic rail and sail from Glasgow to Rothesay on the Isle of Bute, it was time to try another. This time I’m travelling to Brodick on the Isle of Arran. The railway journey sets off from Glasgow Central and runs along the Inverclyde Line to Paisley Gilmour Street. From there the lines diverge and we make our way along the Ayrshire Coast Line. Following stops at Glengarnock and Dalry we reach Kilwinning. The station is the most frequently served station in Ayrshire. Here the line branches in two, with one branch running south along the coast to Troon and Ayr. The other branch runs north along the coast to Ardrossan or Largs.
Leaving Stevenston we get our first glance at the Firth of Clyde as we make our way to the terminus of line, Ardrossan Harbour.
Ardrossan Harbour railway station is one of three remaining railway stations serving the town of Ardrossan. The station is managed by ScotRail but unusually it is not owned by Network Rail, but by Peel Ports.
Arriving at the most recently opened station to serve Ardrossan, Ardrossan Harbour, we switch modes of transport. From rail to sail. We’re taking the ferry mv Isle of Arran. She was launched in 1983 and entered service in 1984 operating from Ardrossan - Brodick. After serving various routes throughout the Calmac network, 40 years later she’s operating on the route she started out on.
MV Isle of Arran or Eilean Arainn was a ferry ahead of her time as she was equipped with a No Smoking lounge and was the first roll-on, roll-off vessel in the CalMac fleet.
Isle of Arran has capacity for up to 659 passengers and her open plan car deck provides space for 62 cars. On Deck 3 is a sheltered seating area, access to the car deck and passenger lounges, and a luggage area.
Deck 4 is the main passenger lounge. At the aft end of the deck is the Mariners restaurant. At the bow end is the Coffee Cabin, shop and lounge. The main entrance has an information desk, space for luggage and a gaming area. On the port side is another lounge designated for dogs. On deck 6 is the bridge and the outdoor bridge wings.
MV Isle of Arran was considered to be ahead of her time. A dedicated No Smoking lounge must have been something of a novelty in the 1980s. The MV Isle of Arran was the first roll-on, roll-off vessel in the CalMac fleet.
As you may have guessed, I’m Tim and I live in the Scottish Highlands. I’ve always had a love of travel and thanks to the magical UA-cam thing I can share my travels with you, the unsuspecting viewer. Thank you so much for watching this video and supporting my channel. All your likes, dislikes, comments and subs are greatly appreciated. If you like what you watched please hit that Subscribe button!
Follow my travels on X & Instagram: @TimsTravels01
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Really have to try a meal on the Seil - Luing ferry!
Seil-Luing is on the list!
Thank you this helped my girlfriend and I who are both neurodivergent to alleviate most of the travel anxiety ❤
That’s great to hear, thank you. I hope you can enjoy an anxiety free journey.
@@Timstravels01 just arriving in Inverness the bus ride was lovely :) thanks !
@louisekatie9648 fantastic! I hope the Highland weather is kind.
At 13:15 is there someone in a sleeping bag, sleeping on their knees?! 😂
I hadn’t noticed that but yes, there is! 😂
Great video, and I must say the Class 380 EMUs are excellent. The newer Class 385s are not so good, and it was a shame that Scotrail didn’t buy more 380s !
I was very impressed with the 380s.
Great stuff as usual! Little late sorry . UA-cam notifications could be better.
Thanks so much for taking the time to watch.
Another good video Tim, but I didn't realise you were a dark lord of the sith 😂
Just on a part-time basis.
The nicest station i ve ever visited is Antwerpen-Centraal ;) I used to have an appartment with view at station and the zoo (which is next to the station)
What a location to have an apartment! Antwerpen Centraal is the finest railway station I've visited. It is stunning.
Superb video as always Tim! You just don't realise how many ferry routes Scotland has, especially when you live South of the border like myself. I can't wait for the next one!
Cheers mate. You're spot on, there are so many and I'm having fun exploring them. I've got a few plans for future trips, I just need to make/find the time!
@@Timstravels01 tell me about it ! Work just gets in the way 😄
@flyingmyles it’s an absolute pest!
The 6th point could be Stranraer but you'd probably have to split that section at Carlisle.
That’s an interesting suggestion. A wee bit of interest in that part of Scotland would be welcome.
I live in guernsey 🇬🇬 it’s really nice great for views and history hitler invaded us find out more at our guernsey occupation museum
I’d love to return, it was such a fleeting visit sadly.
It’s pronounced or re ny
Much appreciated.
It’s not orriny
I knew I’d get the pronunciation wrong! 🤦♂️
Im a bit late catching this one Tim , love the factoids and chat 😊 The ferry did look like it needed updating , and a bit 'smokey' at the end ! Keep them coming Tim , love your trips ! 👏 Great value at £20 return for the entire trip !
Thanks for watching and for your continued support mate, it’s really appreciated.
Do you remember when you could drive into central up a curling driveway and onto the platforms… loved those days
Those were the days indeed.
Great video showing the trip. Did the exact same journey from Ardrossan to Brodick about a month ago on Isle of Arran but due to storm winds on the way back got diverted to Gourock so a 50 min sailing turned into nearly 2 and a half hours. The “auld trooper” is really showing her age now but she’s absolutely brilliant loved every minute of travelling on her and will definitely shed a tear once she’s retired. Hopefully won’t be long til the Caley isles is back from refit and the Glen Sannox should be due in the next couple of months. But brilliant video and keep up the great work.
Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment. I loved spending time on Isle of Arran, a real blast from the past although I'm glad I didn't have the detour to Gourock!
I really need to try one of these rail and sail journeys! They look really fantastic, though I think I may need to pick a slightly less busy route. 😅 good work again Tim, keep the videos coming!
Cheers Dom. I think the rail & sail tickets are great value and make for a great day trip. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, it's greatly appreciated.
I remember the toilets before they became a tourist attraction. They were dirty and grotty and almost derelict. My wee home town looking a bit worse for wear these days. 😢
I’ve a real soft spot for Cowal and Bute, I’ve many happy memories of time spent in both. Rothesay did feel like it was struggling a wee bit.
Love the Class 380s. We’ve had them on the North Berwick line for about 10 years now. I call them the UFO trains because of the weird sci-fi noise they make when starting off! 😂
I was really impressed with them and I must say, North Berwick is a gorgeous part of the world!
Now do the crossing in winter 😂
😂 that would be an experience!
No cafe, or food or drink on the chartered MV Alfred.
I read that on the Calmac website. Do you know why is that? Is it a crewing issue or a contractual thing?
@@Timstravels01 Sorry, don’t know. Just have to be sure to bring the sarnies and carry out.
@@andrewpreston4127 it seems odd, like they’re missing a trick but who knows how these things work.
Love the question about the three stations town, and no, I have no idea! Think the rail/sail ticket thing must just be a glitch. In the same trip a year or two back, I just bought the combined ticket at Central station. Keep 'em coming 👍
Cheers Johnny. I suspect your spot on with the glitch, Central - Rothesay was absolutely fine when I booked it. Ryde has been suggested as a possible contender so I’ll need to check that out. Thanks so much for watching and keep up your good work.
Greenock has 8 stations (Bogston, Branchton, Cartsdyke, Drumfrochar, Fort Matilda, Greenock Central, West, and Whinhill) with a population of 40,000 so the ratio isn't far off there!
That's a good shout.
Another great video, Tim! Will look out for your next video!
That’s really kind mate, thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment.
@@Timstravels01 No problem 😊
Somewhere I didn't get when I stayed in Largs last year. Come to that, I didn't even get over to Great Cumbrae. But I did take the train into Central and thoroughly enjoyed the trip there and back. You're a true Stoic, Tim. Sitting there in audible and visible rain as if nothing was happening. Understatement at its very best. I'm looking to seeing Brodick next.
You’re very kind, of course it serves me right for not taking a coat! My Brodick experience consisted of arriving, going for a walk and getting drenched and going home. 😂 In hindsight, I should have made a video. I’ll just need to go back! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment, I really appreciate it.
Looks like a nice journey, hope the weather cleared up! As for small towns with multiple stations, Ryde on the Isle of Wight has to be up there. And down our way the village of Brundall has two stations, on the same line..
I got absolutely drenched! Serves me right for not taking a coat when travelling in Scotland, in the “summer.” 😂 Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment, I really appreciate it. I’m off to look at Ryde and Brundall now…
@@Timstravels01 let me know if you ever decide to visit Norfolk 👍
I certainly will!
I love your dry sense of humour. 'It's just started raining. Tremendous.' I hope you enjoyed your adventure despite the weather! I need to explore more of the Highlands and Islands - I just need 2 things. More time and more money! Great work as always.
I got absolutely drenched! More time and more money - two needs which are easier said than done. I hope you manage both and can get exploring up in these parts. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment.
@Timstravels01 Also not sure on total population but Dorking, Dorking West and Dorking Deepdene could be a contender for smallest town with 3 stations. And you have Upper and Lower Tyndrum for smallest settlement with more than 1 station?
Always a treat to see a new video of yours, especially when it's about some Scottish location.
That’s so kind, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment.
I have been to the Isle of Arran Tim, on the MV Caledonian Isles. Mind you it was much quieter when I went at the start of May. This is why I tend to stay home in the Summer, just too busy for me. I’ll be back up to Scotland in Jan/Feb again probably!
I think that was one of the first videos of yours I ever watched and I’ve been hooked ever since. It was a treat to be on Isle of Arran but her days must be numbered. If your up my way give me a shout and maybe we can get that pint.
A great trip to sunny Brodick! Aye that Arran ferry seems to be crammed all the time, I hadn't realised before that even foot passenger space runs out frequently, a popular wee island eh!
Incredibly popular! It was interesting speaking to some residents about their thoughts on the ferry. It’s one thing for a tourist like me to have a fun day out but I suspect it’s a different story for local and businesses etc. Still, I thoroughly enjoyed myself. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment mate.
Great vid, Tim. I did this for a video a couple of years ago and I loved every minute. I need to go back for another visit someday. :)
I think I’ll need to go back too. Essentially I arrived, went for a walk,got drenched and then went back. 🤣 Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. I really appreciate it.
@@Timstravels01 not a problem. I only went to Brodick and climbed Goat Fell, I'll use the buses to get around Arran next time
Another great video/story for us Tim. Hope we have an upcoming one from Arran soon.
Thanks so much, I’m glad you enjoyed it. Ultimately, my time on Arran involved getting absolutely drenched and buying some local beers.
Haven’t been there … yet! We love a rail and sail or coach and sail adventure. You did a great job especially considering the summer holiday madness.
Thanks so much, that’s really kind. The ferry was busy and I suppose it’s more noticeable I suppose on a smaller vessel. I hope to get back to Arran and do some more exploring.
Agree, love the old ferries.
I’m not sure if the locals are so keen on the older ferry but I absolutely loved it! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment.
Think you have to book online on the website and collect the rail sail tickets or get directly from the ticket office as they need to issue you paper tickets.. the app cannot be used. The train you got I have experienced myself recently and frankly it’s the nicest train I’ve ever travelled with ScotRail, even the air conditioning works.. the ferry had 80’s vibes 😂
80s vibes is spot on! That’s an excellent appraisal. The booking thing was curious, I was able to book Central-Rothesay on the Scotrail app (and then get the paper ticket at Wemyss Bay) but whilst I could enter Central-Brodick on the app, that’s as far as it went. Strange. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment, I really appreciate it.
This was a nice watch, thank you Tim. 😮
Thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it.
@@Timstravels01 you’re welcome 😊
OMG I'm just off the Northlink. Now it looks like I'm about to board again via your video :) AFTER WATCHING: Great video mate, I feel how tired you are right now, not moving today! I actually prefer finding a place on the floor more comfortable than the pods, I can't sleep sitting up. I wish they'd introduce some dorm style accommodation to cope with the summer demand and hopefully make them a bit more affordable than cabins. Hope you got some rest afterwards!
Thanks so much for watching. On the return sailing I slept (tried to) on the floor of the cinema. Overall it was a great experience and had many positives but honestly, I was absolutely shattered.
@@Timstravels01 Oh I had the cinema on my list too, but a group of guys beat me to it and I didn't want to crash the party!
guess where my next trip in the motorhome is going to be!! What a smashing video as always Tim! I notice Mrs Tim's travels didn't join you for this one... I wonder why 🤣😂 I can't believe you mentioned 02:30 am and didn't say it was dentist time, but really did appreciated the Jane McDonald Vibes with the tour of the ship. Wow, I can feel how tired you are at 15:00, that's a man that really regrets filming this trip 🤣 I feel you should defiantly do this journey in February when the weather is bad! (sorry... 😆)....
Thanks so much for watching, I really appreciate it. I can assure you that Mrs TT would have hated it! She might have tried to get airlifted off. Loving the Jane MacDonald comparison. 🤣 Overall it was a great experience and had many positives, it’s just happened that sleep wasn’t one of them. You should definitely visit Shetland, it is an amazing place. As for travelling in February…we shall see. 😂
@@Timstravels01 it looked very good, I'm not sure I would last the next day if I'd not slept. Did you get the ferry back as well?
Great video Tim! Think I'd rather take a cabin then a pod! When looking on the Northlink website some depart at 17:30 and some at 19:30... Do you know why this is?
It's a cabin or stay home for me now! 😂 I'm not certain about the different departure times, I wonder if it depends if there northbound or southbound calls at Kirkwall?
@@Timstravels01 Yes, the later departure time is for the direct sailings between Aberdeen and Lerwick. Arrival times are always the same - 7 am in Aberdeen and 7.30 am in Lerwick. In summer, there is a call at Kirkwall going north on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday; and going south on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The Monday and Tuesday sailings are, I think, direct both ways in winter.
Cheers!
As a foot passenger I think it’s got to be done once at least, and then fly otherwise if possible. Obviously if you can’t fly, the it’s your only option , as is the case when you are taking a vehicle. If you love ferries, then fill yer boots! Thanks for the video.
It's fun to do although I wasn't fully operational for the meeting I had. Thanks for watching!
We just stayed in an apartment right across the street from Gravensteen in June and took the tour as you did. Plus it was cool to walk around the castle at night. Loved it, and really enjoyed your video.
What a beautiful spot to stay and a nighttime walk around the castle sounds wonderful. The Gravensteen is a special place and I'm glad you enjoyed my ramblings! 😂 Thanks for watching.
@@Timstravels01It was a great spot for a late night cigar with a view! New subscriber now, so keep up the good work! 😊
@stogieguy7 thanks so much! Aye that view over Ghent is wonderful.
I live near Aberdeen and I still have to do this trip with Northlink Ferries. One day! I still have to go to Scrabster and cross there to take in Orkney and Shetland. I have done the ferry plus bus from John O'Groats to tour Orkney. It is just getting time to do the rest. 🤔
Time is the enemy. Maybe if we could have an extra day between Saturday and Sunday. 😂 The JoG Ferry is really good fun, a lesser known crossing I think. Happy travels and thanks for watching.
Really informative and helpful. Thanks my friend. 👍🏽
I'm glad you enjoyed my daft ramblings. 😂
That was a very informative video Tim! I’ve seen a few videos of people staying on those recliners and nobody seems to sleep on them..but at least you said it was comfortable 👍
Comfy yes but I think I got more sleep on the Caledonian Sleeper seat. This probably sounds odd, but the ambience of the pod lounge is so quiet that the slightest noise feels like you're making an unholy racket.
For that little bit extra I think I would prefer a proper cabin!
Without question, a cabin is the way to do it.
Nice video, shame about the sleep (or lack). Back in 2005 I had a trip on this, booked as "deck space". At Aberdeen port they were offering "upgrades" to bed in a shared cabin for £40 - I took it. Slept really well, and I'm not even sure if anyone else ended up in the cabin at all!
I would say a cabin is without doubt the way to do it. Thanks so much for watching mate.
Good report !! Right about the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff, I have been impressed every time I went to Shetland !!
The crew were without doubt, a very impressive part of the experience.
Aw, Shetland. A magical place. A lot of murders there though. ;) You’re a brave man just booking a pod. We’ve done the crossing (one leg in good weather, one in very stormy) and even as good sailors, we were very glad we took Steve Marsh’s advice and booked a cabin. Too bad you’re there just for the day though. :(
It is a special place, this was my first visit in many years, but I'll return soon.
Brilliant Video Tim!
Cheers mate! It’ll live in the memory for sure.