A rainy day with light wind, as forecast. After yesterday’s efforts, we made no attempt at an early start, but eventually wandered over to Brodick Castle, arriving in time for its 11 am opening. We had an interesting tour of the castle, but I found the enthusiasm of the guides a bit overwhelming – I don’t really want to know the fine details of the pedigree of the Hamilton family.
After lunch at the castle we returned to the boat and headed over to Lamlash. As this is the next bay, and there was hardly any wind, I expected to motor all the way. However there was enough wind, from the S, for us to sail properly. We picked up a visitor’s mooring and went ashore to meet Chris Brown, who is the PSSA Area Officer for Scotland. We enjoyed a meal in the pub near the pier. From Friday to Monday is the Arran Mountain festival, which will keep Chris and family busy all weekend, but I don’t think we will take part. Apparently the organised walks fill up very early.
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