Consultation process
NANN - Arran Locality1 . Which local areas are important to you for engaging with Nature?
We want you to tell us which local areas are important to you for enjoying nature. We will then consider including it as part of the North Ayrshire Nature Network.
Please provide a description of its location. If possible, please also provide a postcode so that we can find it on a map.
The stretch of Altantic rainforest which runs along the coast from the village of Lamlash KA27 8LS, round King's Cross Point and to the village of Whiting Bay KA27 8RF and is separated by a narrow channel of seawater from Holy Isle, the Centre for World Peace and Health. I would like this entire stretch conserved as an important stretch of temperate rainforest which forms a nature corridor along the east side of the island. It is rich in bryophytes, lichens ferns, hazel and oak. There are threatened species along this shoreline including otters, curlew, shags and some declining butterflies species such as the Small Copper.
The coastal habitats between Whiting Bay and Cordon, notably the woodland and associated flora. Kingscross itself provides tranquil surroundings with exceptional coastal scenery which is valued by the many Arran residents and visitors that walk and enjoy the area. The woodlands, accessed via the Arran Coastal Way, one of Scotlands Great Trails, include areas of high biodiversity and rare flora and merit enhanced protection.
The area around Kingscross, Isle of Arran Is a quiet rural area frequented by costal path walkers, local dog walkers , sailors, returning tourists . There are many permanent residents and returning holidaymakers who value the peace, flora ( come and visit April/May ), the plentiful wildlife , attractive beach, safe mooring for small boats. The whole of the Kingscross area should be protected for these reasons .
The area between Cordon and Sandbraes is rich and diverse in flora, fauna with a number of rare species. It is an important area for recreation (eg Arran Coastal Way) with walkers, cyclists and riders all cherishing a visit to this area. There are numerous foraging opportunities along the coast and the woodlands and hedgerows. The residents' group Friends of King's Cross exists to preserve and protect the area, and we would welcome a new Nature Network corridor being created in King's Cross, and ideally from Cordon to Sandbraes. Approximate What 3 words location codes: Cordon: ///fruit.ozone.playfully Sandbraes: ///basket.wriggled.itself
The area should already be protected through existing planning policies, such as Marine Protected Area, and a Candidate Local Landscape Area. However, the natural environment is under significant threat from inappropriate forestry development that local people believe is not necessary and can be more than adequately accommodated elsewhere on Arran
The area of Kings Cross Isle of Arran KA27 8RG. This is a haven of tranquility and beauty. Valued by residents and visitors as a place to destress and escape from the troubles they have to face as part of modern living. Sea, sand, meadows, woodland, all contribute to a peaceful environment to rest and recover. Such places are rare and in need of preservation.
The King's Cross area contains one of the most unique and diverse landscapes on Arran. It is a place of escape, rich in wildlife both on land and sea. It has a deep sense of peace echoed by its neighbour, Holy Isle. People come here to explore the history, to travel through it on the Arran Coastal Way, to bath in its woods, and to enjoy only the sounds of nature. The coastal rainforest and inland ancient woods need to be protected to ensure the biodiversity that currently exists is not put under threat. King's Cross is therefore a prime candidate area for the North Ayrshire Nature Network.
I would like to see the whole of King's Cross protected. It is a special place rich in flora (some rare and/or endangered) and fauna. There are some very old trees here; both deciduous and evergreen and these, together with extensive network of ancient hedgerows, provides both shelter and food for a number of different species. There is nothing more calming than strolling through these woods or across the open grassland down to the shore.
Lamlash Bay, Holy Isle, and Kings Cross are some of the most stunning and picturesque natural areas on Arran - hosting a rich diversity of marine, bird, plant and mammal species. I believe that the area has candidate status as designated areas under LDP3; Lamlash Bay was resurrected after being designated the UK's first No Take Zone (NTZ) and part of the South Arran Marine Protected Area (MPA). These areas must be protected for future generations to enjoy.
all over Arran. foraging once a month. woodland walks
whole island