Andy the Viking? The Battle of Largs was a pivotal moment in Scottish history. The battle was fought on the Ayrshire coast, near Largs, between Norwegian and Scottish forces. It was the last time that the Vikings ever landed on British soil. By the mid 13th century, much of the west coast of Scotland and the Outer Hebrides were under Norwegian control. Although many of the people living in these areas were happy not to take sides, the Scots wanted to expand their territory, and take back the are