Bute

Bute shown within Argyll and Bute

Bute is one of the islands of the lower Firth of Clyde in Scotland. Formerly part of Buteshire, it now lies in Argyll and Bute. It is separated from Cowal by the Kyles of Bute.

The only burgh on the island is Rothesay, linked by ferry to Wemyss Bay on the mainland. Another ferry links Bute with Colintrave in Cowal.

Attractions on the island include the neo-Gothic Mount Stuart house and the ruined twelfth century St Blane's Chapel on a site associated with Saint Catan and Saint Blane, who was worn on Bute. Another ruined chapel, dating from the sixth century, lies at St Ninian's Point.

The western side of Bute is known for its beaches, while the northern part is hilly, lying north of the Highland Boundary Fault.