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in the county of North Ayrshire

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About Largs

Largs is situated on the beautiful Ayrshire coast. Blest by the warm currents of the gulf stream, in recent years Largs has become increasingly popular as a yachting centre. It has some of the best sailing in Britain, caters for all types of sea-going craft, and hosts regular regatta's throughout the summer months.

The resort has a long attractive promenade lined with restaurants and seaside cafe's, but the beach below is mostly a mixture of stones and pebbles.

A monument known locally as "The Pencil" commemorates the stormy day in 1263 when a Viking fleet led by King Haaken of Norway was driven ashore and defeated by the Scots under the direction of Alexander III. The site of the battle lies just to the south of the town, it went down in the history books as the battle that ended the Norse invasion of Scotland. Anyone wishing to learn more of the history of the area should visit the Viking Experience Museum on the seafront.

The Great Cumbrae is situated a mile off-shore, this and many of the other West-Coast Islands can be easily reached by pleasure boat. Of these the Isle of Arran is probably the most spectacular, it has lush green countryside and at Brodick you can see romantic castle ruins set in splendid gardens.

Largs is perfect for anyone wishing to enjoy a taste of an historic town, take in a little bit of island life by visiting Arran, Rothesay or Bute, explore the Firth of Clyde, or spend time discovering the magnificent, sparsely populated hinterland extending from the coast towards the teeming city of Glasgow, whilst at the same time sampling the very best of Scottish hospitality.

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	Willowbank Hotel 94-96 Greenock Road, Largs, Ayrshire, Scotland (0.9 miles, 1.4 km) This bright modern hotel has comfort and style in the beautiful Scottish countryside. It is situated in the beautiful west coast seaside town of Largs. This hotel has all the comfort that is expecte... More info and book online.. Price from £70.00
	Moorpark House Hotel Old School Road, Kilbirnie, Ayrshire, Scotland (7.1 miles, 11.3 km, direction E) Moorpark House has, over the past 4 years, undergone a multi million pound refurbishment and conversion transforming the property into a grand yet welcoming country house hotel. It has an imposing ent... More info and book online.. Price from £75.00
	Ramada Gourock Cloch Rd, Gourock, Ayrshire, Scotland (10.6 miles, 17.0 km, direction N) Stay at the Ramada Gourock and experience everything you'd expect from an international hotel company. Sebastian Coe Health Club, Kids Club (Weekends), Dinner Dances (Saturday evening), family rooms a... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	St Ives Hotel West Bay, Dunoon, Argyll and Bute, Scotland (10.7 miles, 17.2 km, direction N) The 3-star St Ives Hotel is situated on the traffic free West Bay with magnificent views of the Firth Of Clyde. We are only minutes from the town centre and offer the ideal waterfront setting for an a... More info and book online.. Price from £28.00
	Express By Holiday Inn Glasgow Greenock Cartsburn, Greenock, Ayrshire, Scotland (11.4 miles, 18.3 km, direction NE) The Express By Holiday Inn Glasgow Greenock is a modern and comfortable hotel, perfect for business or leisure. Located close to Glasgow and Loch Lomond, this popular property is a great choice for a ... More info and book online.. Price from £49.00

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Nearby travel help

Largs Station	(0.2 miles, 0.3 km)
Fairlie Station	(3.0 miles, 4.8 km, direction S)
M8 Junction 31	(15.3 miles, 24.6 km, direction NE)
M8 Junction 30	(16.7 miles, 26.8 km, direction NE)
Glasgow Airport	(17.8 miles, 28.7 km, direction E)
Prestwick International Airport	(22.5 miles, 36.2 km, direction SE)
Largs to London	(354.5 miles, 570.3 km, direction SE)