Arran - Harbour & Cliffs
Arran - Harbour & Cliffs
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Treasure Hunt Trail
Treasure
Hunt
1 Hour
1 mile
Accessible
Accessible
Dog Friendly
with Restrictions
The Legacy of Walt Malt, the Old Salt
A long-lost whisky stash is hidden somewhere on Arran! Walt Malt, an old sailor involved in 19th-century malt whisky smuggling, is said to have buried gallons of home-distilled 'water of life' before sailing off and vanishing for good. Now, Exploration Society HQ has uncovered old papers and a curious map that could finally reveal the hiding place. Are you ready to beat the rival Adventurers' Agency to the prize?
Adventure Through Blackwaterfoot
Join the quest on a short, self-guided walking Trail around the beautiful village of Blackwaterfoot. Starting near the harbour, you'll follow a circular route through this scenic coastal spot, solving clues as you explore the village, bridge, shoreline and golf course area.
With around one mile of good terrain, this gentle adventure is ideal for young Explorers, families, and treasure seekers using wheelchairs or pushchairs. Along the way, you'll uncover hidden details, crack clues, and cross off wrong locations on your treasure map until only Walt Malt's secret stash remains.
Keep your eyes peeled for yellow-clad rivals from the Adventurers' Agency... they may be after the whisky too! Can you solve the clues, find the stash, and help HQ recover Arran's legendary lost treasure?
The Details
- A Treasure Hunt themed walking Treasure Trail around Blackwaterfoot
- Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
- Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
- This Trail is approximately 1 mile long and takes 1 hour to complete
- This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
- One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
- Chance to win some real Treasure! All correct answers are entered into the monthly £100 prize draw
- Circular loop Trail
- Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
- This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!
Trail Location
Trail Location
The Arran - Blackwaterfoot Treasure Trail starts at:
Kinloch Court, Blackwaterfoot
Isle of Arran
North Ayrshire
KA27 8ET
Scotland
Kinloch Best Western Hotel
Blackwaterfoot
Isle of Arran
North Ayrshire
KA27 8ET
Scotland
Mini Explorer Club
Mini Explorer Club
We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.
Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite
them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from
the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.
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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
Before You Set Off
Before You Set Off
Navigating The Route
This is a circular Treasure Hunt around the village of Blackwaterfoot on the Isle of Arran, with explorers following pavements, roads and coastal paths as they track down Walt Malt’s hidden stash.
With around one mile of good terrain, this is a gentle and accessible route suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Do note that there are a few sections without pavements, so take care near roads, walk in single file where needed and keep a close eye on younger explorers.
Getting There
Time to gather your explorers and begin the quest:
Best Western Kinloch Hotel Car Park (KA27 8ET) - Your expedition base and official starting point.
You’ll begin solving your first clues right here before heading out into the village.
Need the Loo?
Even the boldest adventurers need a quick pit stop!
Public toilets can be found:
Next to the main car park at the start of your adventure
Bring Your Furry Sidekicks
Four-legged explorers are welcome on this coastal quest.
With open village routes and shoreline stretches, it’s a lovely outing for dogs - just keep leads handy near roads and when sharing space with other adventurers.
Food & Drink Stops
Plan ahead, explorers!
Refreshment options are limited along the route, but you can stock up at the Post Office just uphill from the hotel before setting off.
Better yet, bring a picnic to enjoy along the coast, where you’ll find some brilliant spots to pause, refuel and take in those sea views.
Want to Make a Day of It?
Coastal Views & Cliffside Wandering
Blackwaterfoot offers stunning views out to sea, and a wander along the shoreline leads towards the dramatic Drumadoon cliffs - formed from ancient lava flows and perfect for a mini expedition.
Wildlife Watching & Big Skies
Keep your eyes peeled for seabirds like fulmars and gannets. A pair of binoculars turns this gentle treasure hunt into a full-on explorer’s mission.
History, Legends & Hidden Caves
Not far from here lies the King’s Cave, linked to Robert the Bruce and his famous spider moment. Add in Iron Age hillforts and ancient landscapes, and you’ve got plenty more to explore once the treasure is found.
