Rothesay

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Rothesay, the main town on the Isle of Bute, sits on the eastern shore facing the Firth of Clyde. Reach it via the 35-minute CalMac ferry from Wemyss Bay (A78 from Glasgow) or from Colintraive on the Cowal Peninsula. The island's mild Gulf Stream climate and sheltered bay create surprisingly temperate conditions year-round, whilst over 20 EV charging points support modern visitors exploring the A844 coastal circuit. The Victorian ferry terminal's 1900 waiting room still features its original ornate ironwork and wooden benches.