The Coffee Stops Tour

Here’s a few ideas for you to enjoy a slow and winding drive around some of Argyll where you know your next stop will offer a friendly welcome and a very welcoming cuppa!

Blairmore Gallery & Coffee Shop
Located a few short miles from Dunoon along the scenic coastal road around the Holy Loch at the head of the pier in Blairmore Village. The gallery is surrounded by many talented artists and crafts people, such as Ronnie Ford, David Morrison, Raymond Murray and Pam Glennie.

Millcroft Lavender, Millhouse, Tighnabruaich, Argyll
The most northerly producers of lavender in the U.K. our shrubs are all grown naturally out of doors. The prolonged growing time ensuring maximum concentration of the essential oils.  At Millcroft we run a small family business growing and selling lavender, flowers and herbs. We have also created a unique range of lavender scented products, the largest proportion of our products are handcrafted from scratch.

The Oystercatcher, Otter Ferry, Argyll
The Oystercatcher, pub restaurant on the beach, is located an hour and half away from Glasgow, on the East shore of Loch Fyne giving breathtaking views across the landscape. The pub and restaurant serve high quality food from the local area in a relaxed atmosphere and first class service. We are proud to serve not only the best food but also award winning real ales from Fyne Ales brewed locally at the top of Loch Fyne.

Inver Cottage, Strathlachlan, Argyll
Inver Cottage restaurant and coffee house is a warm and welcoming restored croft situated on the beautiful shores of Lachlan Bay, Loch Fyne. Old Castle Lachlan, home of the MacLachlan clan for over one thousand years, is close by, while the Inver Cottage craft gallery and shop sells an unusual selection of artwork and gifts.

Bay Cottage Tea Room, Strachur, Argyll
Tearoom, licensed grocer and Post Office. Home cooking and baking served all day, every day. Stockists of local products. Special evening menu every Friday and Saturday. Serving the finest Scottish produce.

Benmore Gardens – James Duncan Café, Benmore, Argyll
Visitors can enjoy the Garden at their own pace, or join a guided tour; take in a rolling programme of art exhibitions and relax in the comfortable surroundings of the James Duncan Cafe. Open daily 1 March to 31 October from 10 am to 6 pm (closing 5 pm March and October).

Tudor Tea Rooms, Dunoon, Argyll
Whether it's a light snack or a hearty meal, come and enjoy the comforts of the Tudor Tearoom, complete with authentic open coal fires in a traditional Scottish setting, overlooking the main street.