Mapes Of Millport
Mapes Of Millport
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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MAPES IS THE BEST NAME FOR BIKES AND TOYS IN MILLPORT ...so why not make us your first stop on the Island! We have been awarded: Best Bicycle Hire Shop Scotland - 2022 Best Traditional Toy Shop Scotland - 2021 Bicycle Hire Shop of the Year - Argyle - 2020 Best Traditional Toy & Bike Hire Shop Scotland - 2019 We are the only bike shop on the island guaranteed to be open 7 days a week throughout the year. We are right in the centre of town, opposite the Crazy Golf and the flagpole, so it is easy to find us. Our toy shop is well known for its traditional feel with a huge selection of toys and games to suit all ages, including brands such as Lego, Fisher-Price, Bruder, Revell, and Crayola all at incredibly competitive prices. Our trick and joke counter is a magnet for children, adults, and school groups alike. If not for toys why not call in and hire any of our wide range of bikes to suit all ages and abilities. From a round island rate of only £10.00 to a full day at £12.00
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- Louise S5 contributionsAmazing end to a beautiful weekend.What a way to end our amazing weekend by cycling around the Island. Great fun, would highly recommend. We were in Largs for a family wedding and came over on our last day and decided to hire out the bikes. We hired out the electric bikes and we had so much fun.Thanks so much for leaving this review Hope to see you soon The Mapes of Millport TeamWritten 22 October 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 3 October 2023
- Stuart F1 contributionAmazing timeMy experience renting bikes from Mapes of Millport was nothing short of exceptional. The staff's knowledge and enthusiasm for cycling were immediately evident as they expertly guided me through their impressive selection of bicycles. Their genuine passion for their craft made the entire process not just easy but also enjoyable. The bikes themselves were in top-notch condition, well-maintained and equipped for a smooth ride around Millport's picturesque landscapes. The staff took the time to ensure that I had the perfect fit and provided useful tips for exploring the area. Their friendly and accommodating nature created a welcoming atmosphere, making the whole rental experience a delight. I highly commend Mapes of Millport for their outstanding service and fantastic bicycles, making my cycling adventure truly memorable.Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review of your experience with Mapes of Millport! We’re delighted to hear that our team’s knowledge and enthusiasm helped make your bike rental smooth and enjoyable. It's great to know that you appreciated our selection of bicycles and felt well-supported throughout your visit. We're proud to provide well-maintained bikes and personalized service to ensure a perfect fit and an unforgettable ride around Millport’s beautiful scenery. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another cycling adventure!Written 8 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 31 October 2023
- 839janettej5 contributionsSanta’s grotto at ChristmasWe visited Santas grotto with our six year old granddaughter this year. She was so excited to see Santa and his elves. The grotto was beautifully decorated and magical and Santa took his time asking all about herself and not rushing us at all. It was a wonderful visit. Everyone had made such a special effort. And the icing on the cake was a lovely letter from Santa delivered to her door a few days later. Mapes of Millport thank you for making a little girl very happy. 🥰Thank you so much for sharing your magical experience at Santa's Grotto! We're overjoyed to hear that your granddaughter had such a special visit with Santa and his elves. It's wonderful to know that the decorations and personal touch made the moment truly memorable for her. We’re delighted that the surprise letter from Santa added that extra bit of magic to her experience! Thank you for your kind words, and we're so happy to have been a part of creating these precious memories. We look forward to welcoming you back next year! 🥰🎅🎄Written 8 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited December 2023Travelled with familyWritten 15 December 2023
- Syed M1 contributionSafe CycleMapes of Millport offers a delightful experience with their fun and friendly service. The staffs warm approach and wealth of knowledge made bike selection simple. Free great quality helmets encourages a safe cycle approach. Booking online is a breeze and check in couldn't be simpler. An all round excellent choice for bike rentals.Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the fun and friendly service at Mapes of Millport. It’s great to know that our team’s warm approach and expertise helped make bike selection easy and enjoyable for you. We’re glad you appreciated the quality helmets and our focus on safety. Your compliments on our online booking and check-in process mean a lot to us. We strive to make every aspect of the rental experience as smooth as possible. We look forward to welcoming you back for more cycling adventures! 🚴♂️😊Written 8 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited February 2024Travelled with familyWritten 3 February 2024
- Odyssey518362273412 contributionsCool bikes!Brilliant service as always...what a great wee bike, 3 seat canopy mini quadricycle...amazing! 😍 Go round the island...Fintry bay cafe is recommended! Will be back. Love this place! 😀Thank you for your enthusiastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the 3-seat canopy mini quadricycle and had a great time exploring the island. Fintry Bay Cafe is indeed a lovely spot, and we’re glad you enjoyed it! We can’t wait to welcome you back for more adventures. Thanks for your kind words—see you next time! 😍🚲🌟Written 8 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 12 April 2024
- Adam A2 contributionsGreat and quick serviceGreat bikes and great service. Arrived at the shop and registered really quickly. All 3 bikes (including 1 electric) were ready to go straight away with instructions given about the bikes. It’s not the first time I’ve rented from Mapes and won’t be the lastThank you for the fantastic review! We're delighted to hear that you had a smooth and efficient experience with us. It’s great that the bikes, including the electric one, were ready to go and that you received helpful instructions. We’re thrilled to be your go-to choice for bike rentals and look forward to welcoming you back for more rides in the future! 🚴♂️😊Written 8 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited April 2024Travelled with familyWritten 21 April 2024
- Cecilia B42 contributionsA great serviceEfficiently dealing with a lot of people on a sunny Saturday the staff could not have been more friendly or helpful. Small problems were dealt with without demur and it was cheap too. The island is a joy to cycle round and the bikes were top class.Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that our staff provided friendly and helpful service, even on a busy Saturday. It’s great to know that any issues were resolved smoothly and that you found our bikes top-class and affordable. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed cycling around the island. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to seeing you again for more great rides! 🚴♂️🌞Written 8 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 16 May 2024
- Diane W5 contributionsExcellentAt 61 id never cycled twice round the island so decided it was time i did it! Lots of choice of bikes so hired an e bike and went round twice, so pleased!!! Staff in shop friendly and knowledgeable, speedy process to hire, and looking forward to my next timeThat’s fantastic to hear! We’re so glad you enjoyed your cycling adventure around the island and that the e-bike was a great choice for you. It’s wonderful that our team’s friendliness and expertise made the rental process smooth and enjoyable. We can’t wait to help you with your next ride—here’s to many more great cycling experiences ahead! 🚴♂️😊Written 8 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2024Travelled soloWritten 26 June 2024
- wine1961Hamilton, United Kingdom65 contributionsgreat serviceAs always Mapes provided a great service it a tradition in my family that this is where we hire our bikes. The owner also gave me £10 towards the charity we were cycling for. Thank you and as big Arnie says, "we'll be back!"Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to be a part of your family tradition and are delighted to hear that you had another great experience with us. It's fantastic to know that the owner could contribute to your charity ride as well. We look forward to welcoming you back soon 🚴♂️🌟 #FamilyTradition #GreatService #CharityRide #SeeYouSoonWritten 31 July 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 1 July 2024
- Sheila LGlasgow, United Kingdom9 contributionsA great bike hire shop.Decided on the mini quad for 2 adults and one 5 year old. Great bike rental place with friendly knowledgeable staff. Not an easy ride but great fun and a good way to see the island. I would certainly recommend and hope to be back again before too long.Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the mini quad ride around the island. Our team takes pride in providing friendly and knowledgeable service, and it's wonderful to know that you had a fun and memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon! #FamilyFun #IslandAdventure #BikeRental #SeeYouSoon 🚴♂️🌟Written 31 July 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten 13 July 2024
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Laura G
5 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
We hired two electric bikes from Mapes to cycle round Cumbrae and can highly recommend them. First class customer service, great bikes and Pablo the dog. Our electric bikes meant we could easily cycle up to the view point then back down and around the island within our two hour hire period.
Written 9 June 2023
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Thanks so much for the review. Delighted to see you and hope to see you again soon. So does Pablo.
Mapes of Millport Team
Written 8 July 2023
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iain
Nottingham, UK49 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Me my wife and young family of 5 hired bikes again this summer from mapes and as always we received 5 star service from the owners. They can’t do enough for you to make sure your experience of cycling round Millport is the best. We also went into the toy shop a couple of times and the children as always go nuts in there just like I used to when I was a child. These guys really do keep the magic of mapes alive! Thank you 🙏🏼
Written 22 August 2021
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Thank you so much for this wonderfull review. We do love to see our regular faces and hope to see you again.
Scott, Deborah and the Mapes Team
Written 28 August 2021
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Antony S
Motherwell, UK1 contribution
Sept 2021 • Friends
We visited here as a family last weekend and hired 2 electric monkey bikes and 1 bike.
We were welcomed by Scott who was fantastic , we explained what we wanted and he had our bikes there in a jiffy. He ran through the controls and gave us some directions and away we went.
We had a fab time cycling the island and the electric bikes make it so easy. It means that anyone can cycle the island with ease. The bikes were well maintained also and worked perfect.
Upon our return we handed over the bikes and had a browse in their toy shop next door and left with a bag full of new toys. We were talking to Scott’s wife and son in the shop who we were also very helpful and patient.
Overall, it’s a great little family business who care for their customers . We were treated as if we had known them for years and we will definitely be back.
We were welcomed by Scott who was fantastic , we explained what we wanted and he had our bikes there in a jiffy. He ran through the controls and gave us some directions and away we went.
We had a fab time cycling the island and the electric bikes make it so easy. It means that anyone can cycle the island with ease. The bikes were well maintained also and worked perfect.
Upon our return we handed over the bikes and had a browse in their toy shop next door and left with a bag full of new toys. We were talking to Scott’s wife and son in the shop who we were also very helpful and patient.
Overall, it’s a great little family business who care for their customers . We were treated as if we had known them for years and we will definitely be back.
Written 2 September 2021
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Thanks so much really means a lot, we do really try hard to help.
We are, just as you said a small family business, both our kids work in the shop and we are proud to show them what it is to work for wages.
Hope to see you again.
Scott, Deborah and the Mapes of Millport team.
Written 13 September 2021
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Victoria G
Glasgow, UK4 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Had a brilliant first trip round Cumbrae with our boys yesterday, thanks to Scott and his team at Mapes of Millport. On what was a very busy Jubilee weekend, we had a very short wait and were quickly kitted out with bikes and helmets. The guys were skilled at picking out suitable bikes, adjusting saddle heights and even provided a basket for our picnic. We’ll be back.
Written 4 June 2022
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Thanks so much for leaving this review. Really hope to see you again.
Written 14 July 2022
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EMR
Leeds, UK114 contributions
Sept 2021
We arrived on Cumbrae not expecting much at all. After researching Bike hire, we decided on Mapes and it was a great experience from start to finish. We hired two electric bikes - they looked a bit like a chopper/motorbike and very unusual. We had never ridden electric bikes before and the minute we left the shop and started to pedal, we absolutely LOVED the experience. We cycled round the Island - an easy 10 miles and relatively flat all the way. Beautiful scenery and frequent stopping places. Hardly any traffic, so felt very safe. Mapes have a good selection of bikes and all well maintained. Great prices and friendly service. What more could you ask for?! One of the highlights of our 8 day trip on the West coast of Scotland. Thank you so much.
Written 22 September 2021
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Thanks so much for taking the time to comment, delighted our wee shop was the highlight of your holiday. Hope to see you again.
Written 27 September 2021
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Anderly
Paisley, UK25 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Visited toy shop for sensory gadgets yesterday which are not available everywhere. Great selection and staff extremely helpful. Gave a rough description of what I was looking for and found for us. As regular visitors to Millport and Mapes would recommend both for a great day out or holiday
Written 24 August 2020
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It was lovely to read your review and thanks so much for it. See you again soon.
Written 1 October 2020
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Pam C
5 contributions
Jun 2023
Great day out with our school group - bikes were quickly and professionally fitted for the group, kids were delighted with the quality of bikes and we thoroughly enjoyed cycling around the island despite the weather. Good value and good emphasis on safety. Would use again! The two hour slot was enough for us on a wet day (plenty of time for round the island plus a stop at Fintry Bay); might have wanted a little longer had it been warm and sunny.
Written 28 June 2023
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Thanks so much for this review. Hope to see you again soon.
Written 8 July 2023
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839janettej
Orlando5 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We visited Santas grotto with our six year old granddaughter this year. She was so excited to see Santa and his elves. The grotto was beautifully decorated and magical and Santa took his time asking all about herself and not rushing us at all. It was a wonderful visit. Everyone had made such a special effort. And the icing on the cake was a lovely letter from Santa delivered to her door a few days later. Mapes of Millport thank you for making a little girl very happy. 🥰
Written 15 December 2023
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Thank you so much for sharing your magical experience at Santa's Grotto! We're overjoyed to hear that your granddaughter had such a special visit with Santa and his elves. It's wonderful to know that the decorations and personal touch made the moment truly memorable for her. We’re delighted that the surprise letter from Santa added that extra bit of magic to her experience! Thank you for your kind words, and we're so happy to have been a part of creating these precious memories. We look forward to welcoming you back next year! 🥰🎅🎄
Written 8 September 2024
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Laura P
Saltcoats, UK5 contributions
May 2024 • Family
We had prebooked our bikes for 11am however we were running a little late due to the traffic in Largs. When we arrived, there was a crowd of people all waiting for bikes. We were unsure if we were to wait in the queue due to being late for our pick up time so I went in to the toy shop and asked, the lady in the shop was very helpful and told me to go "to the guy with the beard" which I did. I told him that we had prebooked, to which he replied that everyone else had as well so we just joined the back of the queue. During our time waiting in the queue the "man with the beard" approached my husband and asked if he had prebooked, which we had and took us straight forward to get our bikes?? What had changed in that space of time?
We finally got our bikes at just before 12. No safety advice, no helmets even though we had clicked "yes" on the do you require helmets button. When we realised we hadn't got our helmets they had already moved on to the next group to give them their bikes. Which is understandable as it was busy, so we just didn't bother as we felt we would have just gotten in the way.
The bikes were in good condition and cycle was lovely however, it would have been good if they advised how we can swap over the kiddie cab to the other bike or if it was even possible.
Overall OK experience with them. Just needs to be a bit more organised.
We finally got our bikes at just before 12. No safety advice, no helmets even though we had clicked "yes" on the do you require helmets button. When we realised we hadn't got our helmets they had already moved on to the next group to give them their bikes. Which is understandable as it was busy, so we just didn't bother as we felt we would have just gotten in the way.
The bikes were in good condition and cycle was lovely however, it would have been good if they advised how we can swap over the kiddie cab to the other bike or if it was even possible.
Overall OK experience with them. Just needs to be a bit more organised.
Written 2 June 2024
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Hi Laura,
Thanks for the review.
Your booking was for 11 am, but you arrived at 12 pm. By then, we had a group of 60 bikes scheduled, who arrived on time. Our policy holds bookings for 15 minutes past the scheduled time, which we rarely enforce, but we must manage stock and delivery times efficiently. to not seem disorganised.
Despite being over an hour late, I helped you to avoid a long wait because you had a child with you. I thought it was obvious the VIP bike you ordered could not attach to the Kiddie Cab due to a metal plate which is bolted to the bike.
What changed? Just a bit of sympathy and a pinch of chaos management!
Best,
The Man with the Beard
Written 2 July 2024
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mrsAB42
Glasgow, UK108 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
It's no wonder Mapes are 5 star rated. More often than not when the sun is shining you'll know where they are straight away with the queue of people eagerly awaiting their bike ride round the island. You never have to wait long and know the friendly efficient staff will provide you with the right bike for you. The barracuda e-bikes are our favourites. Millport is such a beautiful island to cycle round.
Written 17 August 2020
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Deeeelighted you had fun and we always aim to deliver a 5-star service.
Hope to see you again soon
Written 1 October 2020
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Hi planning to come to millport with my kids how much would it cost to hire bikes my kids ar 11 ,10 ,8,
Kind regards Mrs van den Brink
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Written 15 June 2019
Hi Marco,
Best to visit our website where all the costs are listed. Bikes vary from £4 for 1 hour up to £7.50 for the day
Thanks
Scott
Written 16 June 2019
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