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Rothesay is the only town on the Isle of Bute in the Firth of Clyde, but villages include Ascog, Ardbeg, Kerrycroy, Kilchattan Bay, Kingarth, Port Bannatyne, Straad and Rhubodach. Caledonian MacBrayne ferries sail from Rothesay to Wemyss Bay and Rhubodach to Colintraive. Bute has a rich history including evidence of prehistoric settlement, the 10th century Rothesay Castle, (reclaimed by Robert the Bruce in 1311) and the stunning Mount Stuart House. Still a destination for holidaymakers going 'doon the watter' from Glasgow, Rothesay hosts The Isle of Bute Jazz Festival, an Agricultural Show and a Highland Games. Rothesay Pavilion is a significant example of 1930s Art Deco. The Jewel on the Clyde is a bustling island with a population of over 7000 and s1bute.com has been developed to allow residents share their news, views and opinions, make announcements, publicise events and show off their photos and videos.

Get ready for Island Games!

The 61st Bute Highland Games will be held on Saturday 23rd August at the Public Stadium, Rothesay. What are the odds of the weather being sunny and dry this year? (continued)

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Lois McLeod, Phe Cullen Galley: The Galatea Bar, 22/8/2008

Highland Games Dinner: Brechin's Brasserie, 22/8/2008

Bute Highland Games: Public Stadium , 23/8/2008

Glenurquhart Highland Gathering and Games: Public Stadium , 23/8/2008

Acousticrat: Victoria Hotel, 23/8/2008

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Isle of Bute Arts Club

The club meets most Monday afternooons in the lesser hall of Rothesay Pavilion between 2pm-4pm. At present we are a small group of around 30, but we are always on the look-out for new members! (continued)

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Focus on Bute's past

Are you fascinated by events or people in Bute's history? Here are just a few important dates from the past - but you can add to them. Let's build a community history right here! (continued)

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