Tighnabruaich
Place in Argyll and Bute, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.902, -5.232 |
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| OS grid ref: | NR 98 72 |
| Population: | 520 |
Tighnabruaich is a small coastal village on the eastern shore of the Kyles of Bute, set on the western edge of the Cowal peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. It looks out across narrow tidal channels and pine‑clad hills, with a long seafront and a characterful main street; the dramatic coastal scenery makes it a popular base for sailing, kayaking and walking.
Historically it grew as a Victorian and Edwardian resort served by Clyde steamers from Glasgow, and that maritime heritage still shapes village life: yachting, small harbours and annual regattas are important, alongside tourism, local hospitality and a modest fishing and service economy. The community retains a relaxed, close‑knit feel with galleries, cafés and strong links to the surrounding countryside and seascape.
Postcode districts covering Tighnabruaich
Most populated places nearby
- Greenock 18.2 miles29.4 km
- Port Glasgow 21.7 miles34.9 km
- Helensburgh 20.7 miles33.3 km
- Largs 16 miles25.7 km
- Ardrossan 24 miles38.7 km
- Gourock 15.7 miles25.2 km
Neighbouring places
- Port Bannatyne Place 6.9 miles11.1 km
- Tarbert Place 7.2 miles11.6 km
- Bute Island 8.1 miles13 km
- Isle of Bute Ward 8.1 miles13 km
- Rothesay Place 8.6 miles13.8 km
- Dunoon Ward 9.3 miles15 km
Example postcodes in Tighnabruaich
PA21 2BZ, PA21 2EG, PA21 2BF, PA21 2BQ, PA21 2AJ, PA21 2AE, PA21 2DU, PA21 2BH, PA21 2EE … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow International Airport 31 miles49.9 km
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 37 miles59.5 km
- Wemyss Bay Railway Station 13.4 miles21.6 km
- Inverkip Railway Station 13.9 miles22.4 km
Hotels near Tighnabruaich Ad
- Kames Hotel 3 0.8 miles1.3 km
- The Colintraive 3 3.5 miles5.7 km
- Stonefield Castle Hotel 4 7.3 miles11.8 km
- Cadillac Kustomz Hotel 7.2 miles11.6 km
- The Glenburn Hotel 3 8.4 miles13.6 km
- Islay Frigate Hotel 7.4 miles11.9 km
- Anchor Hotel 4 7.4 miles11.9 km
Schools in Tighnabruaich
- Tighnabruaich Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Caladh Harbour Harbour 2.5 miles4 km
- Ardmarnock House Estate 3.9 miles6.3 km
- Otter House Estate 4.7 miles7.5 km
- Ardlamont House Estate 4.8 miles7.7 km
- South Hall Estate 5.1 miles8.2 km
- Ormidale Estate 5.8 miles9.3 km
- Port Bannatyne Marina Marina 6.3 miles10.2 km
- Glenstriven Estate 7.2 miles11.6 km
- Knockdow Estate 7.8 miles12.6 km
- Castle Toward Estate 8.7 miles14 km
- Minard Castle Estate 12.6 miles20.2 km
- Kilmun Arboretum Gardens 12.9 miles20.7 km