Welcome to the Arran Access Trust Web Site
Why is access important on Arran?
The Arran Access Trust was launched on Arran on 28th June 1999 to address land access issues on Arran.
Access is very important to Arran both for those who live on the island and as a key part of the island's tourism industry.
Much more can be done to make sure that access on the island works well for visitors, residents, and the farmers and owners who manage the land.
What are the aims of the Arran Access Trust?
The aims of the Arran Access Trust are:
- to provide for, maintain and improve access opportunities on Arran
- to ensure that access meets the needs of the community, both for recreation and as a basis for tourism
- to ensure that access does not interfere with the work of those who farm and manage the land
- to enable visitors and residents to enjoy access on Arran
- to avoid damage to the environment
The Arran Access Trust is based on the work of the Arran Access Initiative, set up by Scottish Natural Heritage in 1996, and before that, the work of the Arran Access Forum.
It is an independent, charitable organisation run by a Board of Directors who will be elected by members.
What does the Arran Access Trust do?
The Arran Access Trust...
- consults and maintains existing mountain footpaths
- develops new footpaths
- advises visiting field study parties on where best to go
- promotes the Hillphone service
- makes funds available to repair gates and stiles
- protects sensitive sites from overuse
- bids for funding to support this work
- consults with the community
Contact the Arran Access Trust
To get in contact with the Arran Access Trust, please contact our representative at the following address:
Kate Sampson, Senior Ranger
National Trust for Scotland
Brodick Country Park
Isle of Arran, KA27 8HY
Tel: 01770 302 462