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Opening times and prices

Auchagallon Cairn is free to visit and open all year round.

How to get here

4 miles north of Blackwaterfoot on the west side of Arran, off the coastal route (formerly A841)

Strong footwear is advised.

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Journey planners

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Address

West Coast
Isle of Arran

National Grid reference:

NR 893 346

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