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Ascog
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Ascog Church
Ascog is located in Argyll and Bute
Ascog
Ascog
OS grid reference NS107632
Civil parish
Council area
Lieutenancy area
Country Scotland
Sovereign state United Kingdom
Post town ISLE OF BUTE
Postcode district PA20
Dialling code 01700
Police Strathclyde
Fire Strathclyde
Ambulance Scottish
EU Parliament Scotland
UK Parliament
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Scottish Parliament
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UK
Scotland
55°49′30″N 5°01′19″W / 55.825°N 5.022°W / 55.825; -5.022

Ascog (which is Àsgaig in Scottish Gaelic) is a small, peaceful village. You can find it on the lovely Isle of Bute in Scotland. This island is part of the Argyll and Bute area.

Ascog is located on the eastern side of the island. It's only about 2 kilometers (just over a mile) southeast of the bigger town of Rothesay. Most of the buildings in Ascog are homes.

Exploring Ascog Village

Ascog is a quiet place, perfect for living or visiting. It sits right on the A844 road, which makes it easy to reach. The village is part of the Kingarth parish, an older way of dividing up land.

Historic Homes in Ascog

The area around Ascog is home to some interesting old buildings. These places have a lot of history and unique styles.

  • Ascog House: This is one of the notable historic homes in the village.
  • Ascog Hall: Another important building, Ascog Hall adds to the village's historic charm.
  • Balmory Hall: This building stands out because it's built in the Italianate style. This means it looks a bit like buildings you might see in Italy, with grand features.

Natural Beauty: Loch Ascog

Just to the west of Ascog village, you'll find Loch Ascog. A "loch" is the Scottish word for a lake. This beautiful loch adds to the natural scenery of the area. It's a great spot to enjoy the outdoors.

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