If, however, you are admitted to hospital as an in-patient, or referred to an out-patient clinic, you will be asked to pay - unless you are a citizen of a European Union country or a national/resident of a country which has a reciprocal health-care agreement with the UK.

All overseas visitors are strongly advised to take out adequate insurance cover before travelling. You do not need an International Certificate of Vaccination for entry to the UK, but you should check whether one is required for re-entry to your own country.

If you're feeling unwell but do not need to see a doctor, pharmacists can provide useful information and advice on non-prescription products to help you.

		The Islands On Arran you can travel back beyond the mists of time and visit prehistoric standing stones on Machrie Moor, while Brodick Castle, the Isle of Arran Heritage Museum, Balmichael Visitor Centre and Arran Aromatics are well worth a visit. The Isle of Cumbrae boasts great sailing waters, the smallest cathedral in Britain and the opportunity to cycle around the island in a day.
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		History & Heritage Culzean Castle and Country Park, situated on a cliff-top near Maybole, is often described as the 'Jewel in the Crown' for the National Trust of Scotland. Designed by Adam in 1777, it offers history, romance and culture in a stunning package. Kelburn, Dean and Brodick are just some of the many other well-preserved castles which are certainly worth a visit. Others which, although now ruins, have their own tales and history to tell - Eglinton, Dundonald, Greenan, Dunure, Portencross, Loch Doon and many more.
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