Community spirit strong as businesses offer help ahead of Storm Eowyn's arrival

The front is predicted to be the strongest storm in generations prompting schools across North Ayrshire to close, CalMac to cancel all sailings and ScotRail to suspend all of its train services.

As Arran residents and businesses prepare to batten down the hatches and stay at home, a number of people are volunteering their support.

Christopher Traill, director at Lochranza Outdoor Education and Activity Centre, is offering to provide campers shelter free of charge.

He said: “Tonight is not the night to be without a sturdy roof over your head. If you see or know anyone planning to camp, we can provide them with shelter for this evening and through tomorrow at Lochranza Centre CIC free of charge."

Campers can reach Christopher on 01770 830 637.

Lamlash Holiday Lets has also offered its self-catering two-bed accommodation, which is set up with one super king bed and two single beds, to those in need. The business has put a message out to business owners who have staff in need of accommodation or anyone on the island with vulnerable family members who may be stranded or in unsafe accommodations. They can be reached on 07568 085878.