Skipper Wood, Isle of Bute
| Distance | Approximate Time | Height Gain | OS Map |
| 4.6 kms | 1 1/2 hours | 0 metres | Explorer 362: Cowal West & Isle of Bute |
Description
Start from Bute Museum: Follow Castle Street and climb the first few bends of Serpentine Road to turn left into Bishop Terrace. Look out for a green signpost, just past some steps, which leads into the wood. At the far end of the wood turn right, past the golf course along Eastlands Road. Follow the road back to the head of Serpentine Road and the way back to town. For a short diversion, look out for the signs to the viewpoint of Canada Hill, just before Eastlands Farm.
Access Info
Start from Bute Museum in Stuart Street, near Rothesay Castle, in the centre of the town.
Additional Info
Rothesay Castle lies in ruins but is still a very impressive structure. A deep moat still surrounds the building, once besieged by the vikings.
More Info
This route is available in more detail with an associated map in the Footprint Guide Map series 'The Isle of Bute' which is available from Tourist Information Centres.
