Useful Contacts
Caledonian MacBrayne
Ferry timetables and trip details, not just from Oban but for the whole of the West Coast.
Website: www.calmacferry.co.uk
ScotRail
Operators of the train service between Oban and Glasgow Queen Street.
Website: http://www.scotrail.co.uk
Argyll & Bute Council
Bus routes and timetables in the surrounding areas.
Website: https://www.argyll-bute.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/roads-and-travel/public-transport-timetables/bus-travel
Craobh Haven Marina
Marina services, including short and long-term berthing, marine diesel and chandlery.
Tel: 01852 500222
Website: http://www.craobhmarina.co.uk
The Lord of the Isles – Bar & Restaurant
Bar and restaurant on the marina site. Restaurant open Wednesday–Sunday. Bar open Tuesday–Sunday.
Tel: 01852 311092
Website: https://www.lordoftheisles.co.uk
The Isles Larder
Farm shop on the marina site, selling local produce and offering coffee, sandwiches and soup.
Tel: 01852 311092
Galley of Lorne Inn
Village pub in the neighbouring village of Ardfern.
Tel: 01852 500284
Website: http://www.galleyoflorne.co.uk/
Loch Melfort Hotel
Local hotel and restaurant, with monthly musical evenings.
Tel: 01852 200233
Website: http://www.lochmelfort.co.uk
Farsain Cruises
Trips from Craobh Marina to the lochs and isles of Nether Lorn, featuring spectacular whirlpools, abundant wildlife and the Argyll scenery. Farsain, with skipper Tony Daly, is also available for private charter, water taxi services and diving.
Tel: 07780 123456
Website: https://farsain.com
Jenny Wren Boat Charter
Jenny Wren offers a wide range of standard and customised trips departing from Craobh Haven Marina. Trips include golfing visits to the Isle of Gigha and the Glencruitten course at Oban, wildlife trips and fishing trips. For full details and prices, contact Barry Adamson or visit the Jenny Wren website.
Tel: 01852 500779
Website: http://www.jennywrenboatcharter.com
Kilmartin House Museum
Fascinating museum of local archaeology with a bookshop and café.
Tel: 01546 510 278
Website: http://www.kilmartin.org
Lunga Riding Stables
Situated on the Lunga Estate, the stables offer one and two-hour treks along forest tracks or by the shore, with opportunities for photo stops and a choice of English or Western tack. Children are welcome from age four, with arena rides, half-hour lead-rein rides, individual and group lessons and a Saturday Club for those who want to learn about riding and horse care.
Tel: 01852 500632
Website: http://www.lungaridingstables.co.uk
Easdale Island Folk Museum
Small local museum showing the industrial and social history of this famous slate-producing area.
Tel: 01852 300173
Website: http://www.easdalemuseum.org
