For local history, why not visit Bonawe furnace. Built in 1753, it processed iron ore from the English lake district for 120 years. It is said that cannon balls were made here for the British navy and were fired in the battle of Trafalgar. Indeed , it was in Taynuilt that the first monument was raised by the furnace workers to the memory of Lord Nelson, who fell in the battle. The monument can be seen today on a hill just off the main street.

Inverawe Country Park, Fishery and Smokery is only a 15 minute drive away. Here you can fish in their well stocked lochans , explore the nature trails or just enjoy the produce on sale in the shop and tearoom.

On a wet day take a trip along to Lochawe to visit Cruachan Power Station and St. Conans Kirk.
Cruachan Power Station or "Tha Hollow Mountain" as it is known was the worlds first high head reversible pumped storage hydro scheme. Here you will be driven 1Km into the mountain to witness the large turbine hall.

Alternatively, on a dry day and if you are feeling fit, why not walk up the service road to the dam where magnificent views can be had over Loch Awe and the Pass of Brander.


St. Conans Kirk is of unique architecture and design and is visited by people from all over the world and is well worth a visit.

If Golf is your thing,Taynuilt has a fine 9 hole course and for a change there is also a course in Oban and Dalmally.