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Apply now! Exciting arts residency on Arran
North Ayrshire Council has received funding from Creative Scotland to provide an exciting placed-based arts residency opportunity on the Isle of Arran.
10 June 2025
Arran Outdoor Education Centre hosts famous film crew
We're excited to reveal that Arran Outdoor Education Centre was one of the filming bases for Sir David Attenborough’s new record-breaking documentary.
10 June 2025
Arran groups welcome Council Leader and Chief Executive
North Ayrshire Council Leader Marie Burns and Chief Executive Craig Hatton recently spent time on Arran visiting a variety of projects.
05 June 2025
Arran housing survey attracts hundreds of responses
More than 600 responses were received to the Arran housing survey which aims to identify housing needs on the island.
02 May 2025
Island enterprises shine at Scottish Parliament event
The inaugural Islands Economy Showcase was held recently at the Scottish Parliament – shining the spotlight on six North Ayrshire enterprises.
16 April 2025
Trust Housing to join North Ayrshire Housing Register
Arran’s largest social housing provider - Trust Housing Association - is to formally join the North Ayrshire Housing Register as a core partner.
31 March 2025
Islands will be represented at Scottish Parliament
The inaugural Islands Economy Showcase will be held at the Scottish Parliament next week and North Ayrshire will be represented.
24 March 2025
Island band strike gold at school championship
Talented young people from Arran were celebrating after a memorable victory at the Scottish Schools Pipe Band Championship.
14 March 2025
Emma takes on mantle as Cunninghame North’s new MSYP
North Ayrshire has gained a new Member of Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYP) representative from the Isle of Arran.
11 February 2025
NAVT funding hits right note for group
The Isle of Arran Music School (IOAMS) - a group who try to make music more accessible for those living on an island - has received a funding boost.
06 February 2025
Arran Housing Survey has launched
Arran Housing Taskforce is looking for people to share their views via an online survey as part of efforts to help shape housing provision on the island.
27 January 2025
School pipe band features on ferry video
Talented school pupils from Arran have been involved in creating a video soundtrack that helps promote the island.
20 January 2025