Travel to Arran Festival of Food and Drink made easy with Stagecoach

• Stagecoach West Scotland announced as proud sponsor of the Arran Festival of Food and Drink 2025.
• The festival runs from 24 October – 2 November, celebrating the island’s finest food, drink, and community spirit.
• Convenient, sustainable and affordable travel options available for locals and visitors – including free bus travel for under 22s and over 60s, and Group DayRider tickets for families and friends.

Stagecoach West Scotland is proud to sponsor this year’s Arran Festival of Food and Drink, taking place from 24 October to 2 November 2025.

The week-long celebration brings together local producers, chefs, and visitors to enjoy everything from whisky cocktails and gourmet burgers to mushroom foraging and forest garden tours.

With dozens of events taking place across the island, the festival is a true showcase of local produce, culinary creativity and community spirit – and Stagecoach is helping make it easier than ever to get there sustainably.

Visitors are encouraged to leave the car at home and make the most of reliable, environmentally friendly travel to and around Arran.

Festival-goers can enjoy:

• Free travel for under 22s and over 60s with a valid Young Scot or National Entitlement Card (NEC).
• Group DayRider tickets for up to five people – ideal for foodie friends or family days out.
• The ability to buy before you board using the Stagecoach Bus App, and track services in real-time.

From the mainland, there are a range of convenient Stagecoach connections to Ardrossan Harbour for the ferry to Brodick – including Service 585, Service 10 into Troon, Service 11 to Ardrossan, and Service 14, linking coastal communities across Ayrshire.

Once on Arran, passengers can connect across the island with services timed to meet ferry arrivals and departures, including:

• 322 – Cross-island via String Road (Brodick to Blackwaterfoot)
• 323 – Southern route via Whiting Bay
• 324 – Northern coastal route via Lochranza

Most festival venues – including The Douglas Hotel, Lagg Distillery, Bellevue Barn, and Corrie Hotel – are easily accessible by local bus routes.

Fraser Smith, Commercial Director for Stagecoach West Scotland, said:

“We’re proud to sponsor this year’s Festival of Food and Drink on the Isle of Arran and to support the local community that we serve all year round.”

“The event showcases the very best of the island’s hospitality, local produce and community spirit, and we’re pleased to play our part in helping everyone to travel sustainably and safely while enjoying the many attractions.”

“Whether you’re a local, a first-time visitor, or a returning food enthusiast, let Stagecoach be your designated driver for a fantastic week of island flavours.”

To plan your journey and view festival-friendly timetables, download the Stagecoach Bus App or visit stagecoachbus.com.

For more information about the Arran Festival of Food and Drink, visit arranfestival.com.