by Bill Stein | Apr 21, 2018 | News
Walkers pictured at Kilchattan Bay after completing Stage One of the West Island Way – in perfect Spring weather for enjoying the fine South End scenery! read more
by Bill Stein | Apr 21, 2018 | News
Pictured (on a fine April day) is the Information Board and gateway to the Kelspokes (a ruined castle and settlement). In addition to the historical interest this walk offers fine views across the Firth of Clyde and to Little Cumbrae. We’ll be installing new signage soon to help keep walkers on the right... read more
by Bill Stein | Mar 21, 2018 | News
Bute Conservation Trust volunteers repair one of the bridges on the West Island Way – on Stage 2 where the path beside the airfield heads to the golf course and Stravannan Bay. read more
by Bill Stein | Mar 6, 2018 | News
The monthly Saturday morning session for members of Bute Conservation Trust sees volunteers complete repairs to the boardwalk over a sometimes muddy section of the Suidhe Wood path. This walk is a popular walk with residents and visitors to Bute and also forms part of our ‘West Island Way’, one of Scotland’s ‘Great Trails’. (Picture: Billy... read more
by BCT-admin | Jan 31, 2018 | News
Why not join us and help maintain the West Island Way. You don’t have to get involved in the actual physical maintenance work because your £10 subscription will definitely contribute to our work. However, we are always looking for volunteers to join our team and help maintain the infrastructure of the West Island Way. It can be hard work and sometimes in all weathers but it’s a good laugh and very fulfilling when the jobs are done…. To join download our application... read more
by Bill Stein | Jan 29, 2018 | News
Bute Conservation Trust volunteers visit the South End of Bute to check the condition and signage of the walk to Dunagoil, the site of an iron age hill fort. Dunagoil Bay can be seen in the background. read more
by Bill Stein | Jan 29, 2018 | News
Pictured are two young well-equipped walkers returning from having walked the South End section of the ‘West Island Way’ – in reverse and arriving at the official Start. In the background is our recently erected Information Board. read more
by Bill Stein | Jan 22, 2018 | News
Like most of Scotland, in the middle of a very wet winter, Bute’s paths and walks are now pretty wet and muddy in places. We’ve posted a warning on our dedicated website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts for the West Island Way and posted a warning notice at the official Start of the... read more
by Bill Stein | Jan 11, 2018 | News
New information board and shelter on Bute’s ‘West island Way’ – highlights the optional diversion via the ‘Balnakeilly Loop’ and Rhubodach. A chance to see a historic farming settlement, a World War 2 bunker and a great view over the Kyles of Bute. (Picture: Billy... read more
by Bill Stein | Nov 23, 2017 | News
The original turf roof looked good but has caused problems with rainwater leaks for some time. We have replaced it with a new metal roof to ensure that the Hide is dry and comfortable for all birders. (Picture: Billy Shields) read more
