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Isle of Bute Publications
Bute is an intriguing island with a fascinating geological evolution,
and a captivating history of human occupation going back approximately
8000 years. Small wonder that it has been the subject of countless
books, research papers, and feature articles over the years. Examples
of its rich natural and built heritage can be found at virtually every
turn in the landscape, and so it is a favourite destination for outdoor
enthusiasts whether walkers, hikers, explorers, birders, or cyclists -
who can access a wide selection of maps giving detailed coverage of the
Island.
The publications below provide useful information on the Isle of Bute,
and would be perfect for pre-planning a visit, or as a source for
further investigation, or even as a gift.
Books
- The Isle of Bute: Norman S. Newton (many colour photographs)
- Bute's War: How a Small Scottish Island Met the Demands of Its Country at War: Jess Sandeman (Illustrated; Paperback - Jun 2005)
- Walking Argyll and Bute: Mary Welsh & Christine Isherwood (Clan Walk Guides; Paperback - 7 April 2006)
- Arran, Bute and Cumbrae: Ron Scholes (Paperback - 14 Jun 2006)
- The Clyde Islands: Arran, Bute and the Cumbraes: John Gillham (A Questa Pocket Visitors' Guide; Paperback - 1 April 2002)
- The sea road to Bute: Ralph Roney & Ann K. Jones
- Recipes from the Isle of Bute: Patricia Lyon (Paperback)
- Rothesay Tramways Company,1879-1949: Ian Leslie Cormack (Paperback)
- Clyde Coast Smuggling: JRD Campbell
- Isle of Bute (Geologists' Association Guide): Julian Hill, J.T. Greensmith, and David Buist (Paperback - Dec 1991)
- Happy Days in Rothesay: Jenny Chaplin
- Field Guide to the Isle of Bute (Geology of the Island of Bute, where to collect rocks, minerals and fossils. Includes access information. 95 Pages)
- Publications about Bute produced by the Buteshire Natural History Society
NOTE: Item 2 is available for sale at the Isle of Bute Discovery Centre, Victoria Street, Rothesay. Phone: 01700-502151; Email: info@rothesay.visitscotland.com
and also from the Bute Museum (including mail order): Phone 01700-505067; ivor@butemuseum.fsnet.co.uk
Maps
- Isle of Bute: West Island Way - Scotland's First Long Distance (Waymarked) Island Footpath (February 2001)
- Walks around Bute: Footprint Map (Map & guide for 8 easy-to-follow walks)
- Cowal West and Isle of Bute: OS Explorer Map (Map - 13 Nov 2006)
- Cowal West and Isle of Bute: OS Explorer Map Active (Map - 13 Nov 2006)
- Cowal West and Isle of Bute (Lamfold OS Explorer Map) (Map - 1 Oct 2004)
- 25 Cycle Routes: Argyll and Bute (25 Cycle Routes): Erl B. Wilkie (Paperback - 23 Aug 2001)
- Circular 18km cycle route map and description (PDF file)
- Seven trails with maps and route descriptions
NOTE: Many of the above maps, as well as a wide range of free brochures, are also available at the Isle of Bute Discovery Centre, Victoria Street, Rothesay. Phone: 01700-502151; Email: info@rothesay.visitscotland.com
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