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Countryside near Lochranza, Isle of Arran, Buteshire

Lochranza Lochranza is a small village with population of around 200 people located on the Isle of Arran, an island of Buteshire in the Firth of Clyde. Lochranza, in the north-western corner of the island, is the most northerly of Arran's villages. It sits on the shore of Loch Ranza, a small sea loch providing a natural harbour. Ferries run from here to Claonaig on the mainland. The village is a spot for seeing wildlife. Area around Lochranza Castle in particular is a healthy red deer population and, on the northern shore, grey seals swim and bask. Otters and golden eagles are also spotted in the area. (Read more)