The ferry is a biggy and the passenger deck is carpeted inside, the stairs to the deck are steep but have handrails - I doubt you'd come a cropper wearing cleats.
Scotland : Ayrshire & Arran CC Arran Cycle - Sat 6th July 2013
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The ferry is a biggy and the passenger deck is carpeted inside, the stairs to the deck are steep but have handrails - I doubt you'd come a cropper wearing cleats.
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Col5632
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That or the 18:00 one depending on how long we take to do the routes, I was thinking about getting changed before we go on the boat, saves taking all my stuff with me really
Harry_Palmer79
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Col, I was booking my ticket last night and it seems the 18:00 ferry is from Ardrossan to Brodick, the two options for us would be the 16:40 or 19:20
http://www.visitarran.net/transport/
http://www.visitarran.net/transport/
Try the CalMac website at http://www.calmac.co.uk/timetables/...ummer-arran--ardrossan-brodick-additional.png
The 6pm is definitely there...
The 6pm is definitely there...
Harry_Palmer79
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Ah that's okay then... There was a link earlier in the thread as well that only had the 16.40 and the 19.20, but in the words of the man with the orthopaedic shoe, "I stand corrected"
Edit:
Here is the link I was referring to,which is Calmac as well but doesn't mention the 18:00
http://www.calmac.co.uk/timetables/summer-timetables.htm?id=summer-arran--ardrossan-brodick.png
Edit:
Here is the link I was referring to,which is Calmac as well but doesn't mention the 18:00
http://www.calmac.co.uk/timetables/summer-timetables.htm?id=summer-arran--ardrossan-brodick.png
GlasgowFinn
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I agree apart from the fact that I managed to fall down the steps of our hostel during a Hebrides cycle three weeks ago! Cleats on stone steps - schoolboy error!
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Col5632
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Seems they have two different timetables one starting in march and one in may 
If we miss the 18:00 we always have the 19:20 but after that its an overnight stay on the island
Should we atleast let the ferry company know we are coming?
" Groups travelling together with the above are advised to contact the port of departure before the day of travel"
Thats taken from here
http://www.calmac.co.uk/journey-information/planning/baggage-and-leisure-equipment.htm
If we miss the 18:00 we always have the 19:20 but after that its an overnight stay on the island
Should we atleast let the ferry company know we are coming?
" Groups travelling together with the above are advised to contact the port of departure before the day of travel"
Thats taken from here
http://www.calmac.co.uk/journey-information/planning/baggage-and-leisure-equipment.htm
Given the numbers involved Colin, about 15, that may be a good idea. At least we've done our bit in warning them in the event of any difficulties.
arranandy
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I think if its an organised group, eg. a school trip or such like then Calmac like to be told in advance. I was down on Arran a Saturday last summer and there must have been 60 cyclists going on the ferry however with the 2 ferries running this summer they have more capacity
1 other thing to mention is when you get to Brodick its a good idea letting all the ferry related traffic clear first before setting off. Means you don't have a stream of cars and buses passing as you cycle up the hill from Brodick towards Lamlash
1 other thing to mention is when you get to Brodick its a good idea letting all the ferry related traffic clear first before setting off. Means you don't have a stream of cars and buses passing as you cycle up the hill from Brodick towards Lamlash
tug benson
Survived the Tour O the borders 2013
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I need some where safe and isolated to apply my udder cream to my bum
Fubar
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Tasmania???
Having been on a nudist beach (whilst walking overland to this geocache, honest guv'nor!) it's really not as nice a scenario as you might think!
Harry_Palmer79
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I'm just hoping that Jamie isn't planning on combining these two thoughts...
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Col5632
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Col5632
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I didnt ask for it but i have just got us all a cheeky discount 
"Thank you for your email regarding Group Rates for the Ardrossan-Brodick
service on the 06.07.13 and returning on the 06.07.13.
To qualify for Group Rates there must be 12 or more paying passengers who
are part of a recognised organisation or charity travelling on the same
route/dates and times and must be purchased as one transaction.
Your recognised organisation is: Cycle Chat.
The Group Rate fare per adult is £9.40 and £4.70 per child.
Please print and take this email along with you on your day of travel,
present to a member of staff and you will receive the discounted rate.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Switch and Cheques as payment
methods."
"Thank you for your email regarding Group Rates for the Ardrossan-Brodick
service on the 06.07.13 and returning on the 06.07.13.
To qualify for Group Rates there must be 12 or more paying passengers who
are part of a recognised organisation or charity travelling on the same
route/dates and times and must be purchased as one transaction.
Your recognised organisation is: Cycle Chat.
The Group Rate fare per adult is £9.40 and £4.70 per child.
Please print and take this email along with you on your day of travel,
present to a member of staff and you will receive the discounted rate.
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Switch and Cheques as payment
methods."
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