Thursday Doors: Arran Revisited

Posted by: Darlene on: August 29, 2024

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I have recently returned from another wonderful writer’s retreat on the Isle of Arran. Besides writing, talking about writing, attending writing-related workshops and eating cake, I went for refreshing walks and took pictures of the doors of some of the local businesses and houses. Most of these are in Whitting Bay close to where I stayed. I am now on a first-name basis with the shop owners.

A gentleman clearing out his house for downsizing is selling art he collected over the years in this pop-up shop.

Bay Wool & Crafts is my favourite shop where I buy many gifts to bring home. This year, Linda, the lovely woman looking after the shop, knit me an adorable tea cosy for my small Brown Betty. This shop is mentioned in Amanda in Scotland, where Amanda buys a tea cosy for her mom.

The local friendly post office also sells pet food, tinned goods and souvenirs. They are now displaying copies of Amanda in Scotland: The Standing Stones!

A local pub that is situated on the shore. Hence the name.

A fabulous local Art Gallery with many tempting items. So much talent on the island. I always buy at least some art cards.

The door to the Coast Discovery Centre which is also mentioned in Amanda in Scotland. The information about local sea life is amazing and they now have three fish tanks displaying incredible sea creatures.

A gorgeous home overlooking the bay.

One of many old churches on the island.

A wonderful old stone house by the church, most likely the manse where the clergy lived at one time.

I didn’t get the door to the Lamlesh Hotel but I love the Scottish Gaelic on the sign. I was pleased to learn that they teach Gaelic in the schools on the island. The reflection of the building across the street does have a door in it!

It was raining the day I dropped ten copies of Amanada in Scotland: The Standing Stones off at The Wee Bookstore. No picture of the door as it was around the corner and we were rushing to get in out of the rain. The store is very cosy inside and well-stocked. Of course, I bought a book.

Inside The Wee Bookstore with Tony the owner. The folks on the Ilse of Arran are so nice!

Welcome to Thursday Doors! This is a weekly challenge created by Dan Antion for people who love doors and architecture to come together to admire and share their favourite door photos, drawings, or other images or stories from around the world. If you’d like to join us, simply create your own Thursday Doors post each (or any) week and then share a link to your post in the comments on Dan’s blog post. Check out all the other door posts too.

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