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Welcome to… Contents 2 Loch Lomond & The BOAT TOURS • BOAT HIRE • WATERSPORTS • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Trossachs National Park Loch Lomond at a glance OPEN 7 DAYS • LUSS • ROWARDENNAN • LOCH LOMOND & The Trossachs 4 Adventures in the park Loch Lomond Leisure can offer a wide range of guided tours and outdoor activities 6 Water adventures which are suitable for all ages. Advance booking is recommended. National Park 8 Wonderful wildlife • Speedboat Tour • Guided Canoe Trip • Waterski & Wakeboard 10 Gateway to the park • Speedboat Taxi • Stand Up Paddleboard • Ringo & Banana Boat 12 Natural larder • Boat Hire & Fishing • Kayak & Bike Hire • Water Trampoline 14 Year of Young People 2018 FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY Please visit our website for more information and pricing. 16 What’s on 18 Travel tips Balmaha, Loch Lomond 20 Practical information 24 Places to visit listings Scotland’s beautiful wilds are calling you. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs 43 Display adverts National Park was created as Scotland’s first National Park to protect a place 29 Leisure activities listings of outstanding natural beauty with over 720 square miles of untamed and 47 Display adverts unspoilt ancient landscapes. It was also established to welcome people from 30 Shopping listings SELF-DRIVE BOAT HIRE & FISHING GUIDED CANOE TRIP all over the world to share in the joy of such a natural idyll. This is a natural 48 Display adverts playground for wonderful wildlife including eagles, red deer, otters and pine martens, and it could be a wonderland for your family too. You can try 32 Food & drink listings walking, climbing, fishing, watersports, mountain biking or even cliff jumping. 50 Display adverts 35 Tours listings It’s time to venture out and explore the ‘bonnie banks’ of Loch Lomond, its 52 Display adverts secluded islands and over 20 other lochs, as well as the region’s 21 Munros and enchanting glens that lie between these 36 Transport listings peaks. You’ll find we’re just a short journey 55 Display adverts BANANA BOAT RINGO PADDLEBOARD from Glasgow and Stirling so you can be here 37 Accommodation listings in less than an hour from the city centre. 56 Display adverts After you’ve worked up an appetite you can 60 Regional map reward yourself with delicious food and drink – much of it produced right here in the park. And with 2018 marking the Year of Young People, the region will be alive with outdoor adventure, exciting events, family- friendly attractions and much more for the EXPLORE KAYAK WATERSKI & WAKEBOARD LESSONS whole family to get involved in. Get ready to enjoy fascinating events, a rich culture and to meet some welcoming people. The memories you take away with you from here will stay with you for the rest of your life. Cover: Conic Hill, Loch Lomond

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Did you LOCH LOMOND & know? THE TROSSACHS There are 21 Munros (mountains over NATIONAL PARK 3,000 ft high) inside AT A GLANCE the park.

Loch Lomond National Park Memorial Sculpture at Rowardennan

Where will you start exploring? Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is Scotland’s first National Park, and here you can roam over 720 square miles of beautiful mountains, ancient woodlands, hidden glens and remote islands. Within its winding 220-mile boundary are 57 special nature conservation sites, creating precious sanctuaries for wildlife – maybe you’ll see some of these creatures when you’re here.

Argyll Forest Park before cars, which is how the 162 species of trees from around This ancient woodland was the ‘Rest and Be Thankful’ got its the world grow thanks to the mild first in Britain to be designated as name! Today you can simply west coast climate. a Forest Park, back in 1935. Here turn off the A83 road to enjoy the you can wander amid craggy peaks, view, and the panorama of deep Loch Lomond deep glens, peaceful sea lochs and glens, shimmering lochs and Loch Lomond is the largest expanse rushing rivers. Its rugged scenery rocky mountains is every bit as of fresh water in mainland Britain, was formed by the Highland impressive as it’s always been. and a place of outstanding natural Boundary Fault, the great crack beauty. Where better to try a fantastic Glenbranter’s carpet of bluebells range of water-based activities? You in the Earth’s surface that divides adds a dash of mesmerising colour Lowland and Highland Scotland. can go water skiing, sailing, canoeing to the forest in spring and early and kayaking or hire boats for fishing Watch out for otters as you stroll summer. If you explore quietly on the calm loch. along the shores of Loch Long. enough, you may even find yourself If you feel like a challenge, you observing some grazing red deer. Recharge your batteries in can continue your walk up one attractive loch-side towns and The steep, narrow gorge at villages, such as Luss, Tarbet, of Britain’s most spectacular Puck’s Glen will enchant you mountains – Ben Arthur, known Balmaha and Balloch. Exploring is with its rock pools and cascading even easier by water bus! as the ‘Cobbler’. waterfalls. Visit after rainfall to You can see yachts bobbing gently see the waterfalls at their most It was hard work indeed to reach in the water in the bay of the sleepy spectacular. Stroll around the this lofty viewpoint in the days village of Balmaha. It’s a hypnotic nearby Kilmun Arboretum where VISITSCOTLAND.COM loch lomond & the trossachs national park AT A GLANCE 3 scene, but for the best view, climb Queen Elizabeth Forest Park is one up the summit of Conic Hill just of the most vibrant parts of the behind the village. You can see the park with dozens of rare wildlife Highlights majesty of the loch and the clear species for you to spot. Catch a Cruising on Loch Lomond – line of the Highland Boundary glimpse of awe-inspiring birds of several operators can take Fault, the geological rift that divides prey in the wild or see directly into you on cruises on the loch. Highlands and Lowlands and runs the nests of ospreys at the Lodge You’ll be able to explore right beneath your feet. Forest Visitor Centre thanks to live some of its 23 islands. Imagine calling the stunning CCTV footage. Inchailloch – carpeted in Hill House in Helensburgh your Spend a day in the bustling town bluebells in springtime, home. This beautiful dwelling was of Callander and browse its this island on Loch Lomond designed and furnished by Charles independent stores before enjoying transforms in winter, Rennie Mackintosh. lunch in one of its many pubs and unmasking its many ruins. It restaurants. Save an hour or so for is also the perfect spot to see Breadalbane the lovely walk up to the impressive roaming deer. Delve into the fascinating past of footbridge over the Bracklinn Falls. the picturesque village of Killin on Inchmahome Island – If you’re a waterfall fan, you have the Killin Heritage Trail. Discover take a ferry from April to to walk the Waterfall Trail, which the stories behind its beautiful old October to see the ruins of leads from the Lodge Forest Visitor buildings, the origins of its place a 13th-century Augustinian Centre, near Aberfoyle, to the names, its local folklore and more. monastery set on an island exquisite Little Fawn Waterfall. on the Lake of Menteith, Cross the bridge in Killin and admire Just one of many in this part of where Mary Queen of Scots the spectacular Falls of Dochart as the National Park, the Loch Ard once took refuge. they cascade over rocks and swirl Sculpture Trail begins in Aberfoyle. Ben Lomond – starting around the island of Inchbuie. Along the route, you’ll encounter from Rowardennan, climb The Glen Ogle Trail between timber statues carved by chainsaws Scotland’s most southerly Lochearnhead and Killin is a favourite and sound posts that emit the calls Munro for stunning views over route for cyclists and walkers alike. It of local wildlife. the length of Loch Lomond and takes you along a disused railway line Follow the Fairy Knowe Trail to see east towards the Trossachs. in rugged Glen Ogle and includes an an old Scots pine tree decorated impressive viaduct. with offerings for the faeries that Don’t miss... are said to inhabit Doon Hill. Rising majestically above Loch Earn, The John Muir Way – this Ben Vorlich is one of Scotland’s most trail stretches over 132 miles recognisable mountains. The most from the east to the west popular climb to its summit starts coast of Scotland. Walk the from Ardvorlich in the north. route between Helensburgh Another Munro that hillwalkers and Strathblane as it passes flock to is Ben Lui, the highest of through the National Park. a group of four Munros that lie The West Highland Way south of Glen Lochy. Begin the 3 km – hugging the eastern ascent to the top where the burn of shore of Loch Lomond, this Eas Daimh flows into the loch, and popular route takes you on descend via its smaller but equally a spectacular 96-mile walk impressive sister, Beinn a’ Chleibh. from just outside Glasgow to Fort William in the Highlands. The Trossachs The entrancing Loch Katrine in Three Lochs Forest Drive – a the Trossachs was the inspiration 7.5-mile meandering road behind Sir Walter Scott’s poem through the Queen Elizabeth The Lady of the Lake. You can Forest Park that treats you cruise across it aboard a historic to stunning views over Loch Achray and the Trossachs. steamship named in honour of the Loch Ard, west of Aberfoyle famous Scottish writer.

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ADVENTURES IN THE PARK

Views of Loch Katrine from Ben A’an

Blessed with expanses of still, crystal-clear water, dramatic mountain peaks and rolling woodland, glens and forests, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park beckons every lover of the outdoors. You can choose many memorable ways to absorb the breathtaking scenery, including mountain biking, walking, climbing, golf and fishing. Which adventure will you go on first?

Running right through the park, the Put your best foot forward on In autumn, Kinlochard Bay walk is Highland Boundary Fault formed the Ardess Hidden History Trail one of the best places to witness the 390 million years ago when the to discover centuries of history, spectacle of the deer rut, when red Highlands and Lowlands violently including several sites excavated by deer stags lock antlers to show their clashed. Setting out from The archaeologists. Many more secrets dominance. It starts in the forests Lodge Forest Visitor Centre near could be lying beneath your feet! around Loch Ard and takes you Aberfoyle, you can climb to the through Queen Elizabeth Forest Park. Enjoy incredible views from the summit of Lime Craig by way of rocky summit of Ben A’an, one of oakwoods and dramatic waterfalls. Jump on your bike Scotland’s most popular smaller Riders ready, pedals ready, go! If Fancy a waterside walk? The mountains, overlooking Loch you want to run loose on Britain’s 34-mile Three Lochs Way links Katrine. Given its location at the largest network of off-road bike freshwater Loch Lomond with the heart of the Trossachs, it is a truly tracks, head for Queen Elizabeth Clyde sea lochs of Long and Gare wonderful vantage point. Forest Park. There are plenty of on a route that slowly takes you You might feel sleuth-like as you trails here to challenge your skills from gentle slopes to mountain stroll along the Circular Dumbarton and give you a thrilling day out. crags and loch shores. You can join Heritage Trail and uncover the it at several points via local train For a gentler day out on your bike, secrets of the town’s long history. services on the West Highland Line. try the West Loch Lomond Cycle

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Path, a picturesque 17-mile route The perfect catch from Balloch at the southern tip Cast your line and try your luck of Loch Lomond to Tarbet. Both at one of the finest fly fishing Fore! villages have railway stations so you locations in central Scotland – the Helensburgh is one of the can easily start from either end of Lake of Menteith. This is also a best moorland golf courses the route. site of Special Scientific Interest in the West of Scotland. Storming over rolling hills, past thanks to its exceptional flora and The closing hole at Killin is babbling brooks, through woods fauna. The wheely boat provision one of the most beautiful in and over mountain passes, the Glen at Lake of Menteith Fishery means Scotland. Finglas loop is a bruising 15-mile wheelchair users can also enjoy some fishing and boating action. mountain biking route starting The Carrick course unfolds from Brig o’Turk. But enjoying the Bring a flask of tea and bide your over the lovely banks of untamed, spectacular scenery all time on the River Dochart in spring. Loch Lomond. to yourself along the way is a just Many of the salmon destined for reward. Loch Tay pass up the river, which Cardross is an undulating parkland course with scenic Head to Loch Katrine in the heart has helped earn it a reputation as of the national park, where you can one of the best places to fish for views. salmon in the region. hire an electric bike at Katrinewheelz Callander is an 18-hole golf and enjoy a leisurely cycle along the If you’re new to fishing, why not course with stunning views shore path. Why not cycle one way take a lesson on the pristine waters of Ben Ledi. and rest on the return journey by of Loch Venachar? As well as fishing boat as you cruise along the loch? for pike or trout on the banks, you Vale of Leven is a tricky Just remember to book ahead. could make your catch from a hired course with bunkers and Running from Glasgow through boat out on the water. short holes. Aberfoyle, Callander, Killin and For all fishing activities on waters onwards to Inverness, the National within the National Park, you must Cycle Route 7 snakes its way through first purchase permits which are Don’t miss... the National Park, offering you an available at outlets throughout Go Ape! – swing through the excellent way to see it in all its glory the park. trees of the Queen Elizabeth on two wheels. Forest Park, home to this aerial playground. Dare you fly down one of Britain’s longest zip wires 150 ft above the forest floor? In Your Element - where you can try out archery, canoeing, river sledging, segway adventures, gorge scrambling and more in and around Loch Lomond. Go Country – this hive of outdoor activities offers a unique waterpark, cliff jumping, quad biking, archery and more at Loch Ard.

Bracklinn Falls Bridge and Callander Crags

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WATER ADVENTURES

With 22 lochs, 50 rivers and streams and miles of sheltered coastal waters, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is an aquatic playground. Boating and canoeing are just two of your options with many more adrenaline-packed thrills and water-based adventures to choose from. You can hire equipment from many operators and get to our waterways by ferries, cruises and water buses, so why not take to the water and view this stunning National Park from a different perspective?

Sailing is a pleasure on Loch Long Lomond. If you take a boat out, you can hire a traditional clinker- – the scenery is beautiful and the ensure you understand and abide style boat or take a boat cruise to conditions are often ideal. Come the Loch Lomond bylaws. Find explore the islands. along to see Cove Sailing Club’s out more at www.lochlomond- All aboard the Loch Lomond Water spectacular summer regatta, which trossachs.org Bus service! This will speed you also has a children’s race. Loch Lomond and its volcanic and your family across the loch to You can go windsurfing, water islands still retain many of their the west, east and south shores. skiing, canoeing and kayaking centuries-old secrets. Discover Then hire a bike from Cruise Loch on tranquil Loch Lomond. For castle ruins, clan graves, the Lomond and cycle between stops equipment hire, try Loch Lomond remnants of medieval communities before boarding the water bus back Water Ski Club, Loch Lomond Boat and more on a Wild by Nature to where you started. Hire and Loch Lomond Leisure canoe safari. You also have an A fantastic way to explore Loch Scotland Ltd. excellent chance of spotting Lomond’s 18,000 acres of water ospreys, buzzards, capercaillies Hire a boat or bring your own and tree-lined shores is by bike and and otters. At Balmaha Boatyard and explore the islands on Loch canoe. You can cycle around the

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Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch Paddlers on Loch Chon loch’s edge, visit places like Balloch Castle Park near Helensburgh. Castle, before taking to the water You’ll learn a trick or two whatever with an instructor who will tell you your level, and you can also all about the legends and history of try windsurfing, canoeing and the loch as you paddle. kayaking. Leave your everyday cares a long Loch Lomond Wakeboard is the way behind as you glide across first purpose-built wakeboard and placid Loch Katrine aboard the wakesurf school in Scotland. You’ll historic steamship Sir Walter Scott. find it next to the Ardlui Hotel on The sweeping landscapes around the shores of the loch, and it won’t you inspired the renowned Scottish take long before you’re picking up wordsmith to pen his famous poem tips from one of the UK’s top 10 The Lady of the Lake. boarding and surfing coaches. Enjoy a memorable boat tour Climb aboard PS Waverley and with Sweeney’s Cruises who run experience a real piece of Scottish a number of routes including shipbuilding history – it’s the last the Evening Sunset and Island sea-going paddle steamer in the Discovery cruises. The on-board world. After she sets out from commentary is by much-loved TV Helensburgh, just sit back and historian Neil Oliver. During July enjoy the views on a voyage down and August, take some lessons the Firth of Clyde. at the sailing school at Rosneath Loch Lomond at Balmaha Bay

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WONDERFUL WILDLIFE

Roe deer

Awesome birds of prey, majestic red deer, rare capercaillies, white-fronted geese, red squirrels and elusive otters – you stand a good chance of seeing them here in the rich and diverse habitats of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.

Drive along the 25-mile circular Eck and the Lake of Menteith during the skies to spot golden eagles route of the Bird of Prey Trail and the summer months. prowling the heavens as well as spot up to 13 different species sparrowhawks, kestrels, peregrines, If you don’t manage to spot ospreys along the way. You can also get up red kites, buzzards or even a red fishing in the wild, head to The close to magnificent raptors during squirrel or two. Lodge Visitor Centre near Aberfoyle a Hawk Walk or a Meet The Owls where you can watch live streaming The new Loch Lomond RSPB session at the Loch Lomond Bird of their nests transmitted via CCTV. Nature Reserve, part of the Loch of Prey Centre. Don’t worry if you Lomond National Nature Reserve Watch live footage of other animals haven’t spotted a golden eagle (NNR), is an important wintering around the National Park here too, during your time in the National centre for Greenland white-fronted including pine martens and red Park; meet the centre’s star turn, geese, some of the rarest geese to squirrels, or simply admire The Orla, its resident golden eagle, as visit the UK’s shores. Spot these Lodge’s stunning views of Loch Ard well as falcons, buzzards and more. rare birds, as well as pink-footed Forest and Ben Lomond. There are several pairs of ospreys and greylag geese, in the wild in who choose to return here from Have your binoculars close to one of Britain’s most important Africa each spring to mate. Watch hand on a ranger-led guided sites of biodiversity. walk through the spectacular them hunting for a fish takeaway at On the east shore of Loch Lomond Queen Elizabeth Forest Park. Scan Loch Venachar, Loch Lomond, Loch you’ll find Inversnaid RSPB Nature VISITSCOTLAND.COM WONDERFUL WILDLIFE 9

Wildlife in DO NOT the Park DISTURB Red deer – in the autumn, listen for the unmistakeable Please follow the sounds of the deer rut Outdoor Access Code around the National Nature when you visit – we want Reserves of Ben Lui and to keep the park wild Ben Lawers. Red deer stags and beautiful! do a lot of roaring before clashing antlers to compete for mates. Otters – playful but elusive, you can often spot otters in quiet places along the wooded shoreline of Loch Lomond and the River Dochart. Both are European Special Areas of Conservation to help protect these secretive animals. Red squirrels – colourful and energetic, red squirrels might leap between the trees as you walk through the forest. The National Park is one of the species’ last great strongholds in Reserve, home to buzzards, Don a leather gauntlet and wait for the UK. woodpeckers and red deer. Spring a hawk to fly in and land on your Seals – in the summer is a great time to catch a glimpse hand at hawk walking sessions at months, you can see of the rare black grouse on the hills Loch Lomond’s Cameron House. common seals bobbing in around the reserve. Watch out for There’s nothing quite like looking the waters at the Balloch golden eagles soaring in spring and a ruthless raptor dead in the eye! end of Loch Lomond. hen harriers in autumn. Happily, a hawk guide will be on Another great place to hand to show you the ropes. go and look for them is Ardmore Point, a small peninsula on the Firth of Clyde. Water voles – one of Britain’s most endangered native species, this charismatic animal is making a comeback in the Trossachs and is genetically distinct from its English and Welsh cousins. They usually dig their burrows on river or loch banks. Red fox

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GATEWAY Dumbarton Castle, from the TO THE PARK shore of Levengrove Park

As you head west from Glasgow city centre you enter West Dunbartonshire, an area that blends bustling towns with rolling farmland and, to the north west, the shore of beautiful Loch Lomond. In many ways it’s your gateway to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park and, with historic boat trips, incredible sea creatures and fun family activities, it’s a terrific place to explore.

Feed the sharks or turtles at Loch Let your mind wander free as you You’ll be puffed but happy after Lomond SEA LIFE Aquarium, Balloch explore Balloch Castle Country climbing the 557 steps to the top and press your nose up to the glass Park’s 200 acres of lush woodland of the White Tower Crag and being to see over 5,000 marine creatures and ornamental gardens. The 19th- rewarded with a panoramic view of including elegant seahorses, the century walled garden is an ideal the River Clyde and mountains in the largest collection of sharks in spot to enjoy an al fresco lunch on distance. Scotland and a playful family of the lawn. You can stroll on paths The Titan Crane, which has otters. right down to the lochside, and many dominated the Clydebank skyline for routes are accessible for pushchairs, Walk up the gangplank to board the a century, is another lofty viewpoint prams and wheelchairs. Maid of the Loch, a paddle steamer that’s worth a look. Take the berthed at Balloch Pier. In summer Three times the charm – at fascinating 150 ft trip to the top, and you can visit this historic visitor Auchentoshan Distillery you can take imagine the scene below you when attraction to see the steam engine a tour and taste the only Scotch the crane was serving a bustling and gearing system in operation on whisky that is triple distilled. dockside. special ‘in steam’ days. She is the last Perching on an imposing volcanic Explore the fascinating boutiques, paddle steamer built in Britain and outcrop overlooking the Firth of studios and galleries of the area to is currently being restored to her full Clyde, Dumbarton Castle was a vital pick up some fantastic purchases. splendour. royal refuge during the Dark Ages. Visit Lomond Galleries, a selection VISITSCOTLAND.COM GATEWAY TO THE PARK 11

Family fun Your family will find plenty of fun things to do at Loch Lomond Shores in Balloch. Enjoy some adrenaline and adventure on the TreeZone courses on the southern banks. There’s even somewhere special for your family pooch at the Dog House in Balloch. Golf hazards don’t usually include a T-Rex, but that’s what makes adventure golf at Jurassic Parrr so unique. Do you have the skill to avoid rocks, caves and waterfalls? The Loch Lomond SEA LIFE Aquarium at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch The course is at World of Golf in Clydebank, where you can also hone your swing at a 72‑bay driving range. Rev up the thrills at the Scotkart Indoor Kart Racing arena in Clydebank. Pull on the racing helmet, line up on the starting grid and race around the gigantic circuit against family and friends. Pick up your brand-name must-haves at over 100 shops and then kick back watching a film in the cinema at Clydebank Shopping Centre. Walks not

Balloch Castle and Country Park towards Ben Lomond and Loch Lomond to miss Ease your way along the 3.5- mile long path to Cardross by of great shops housed in an ornate along the canal and through the the banks of the River Leven. A-listed building of red sandstone locks. The wheelchair-accessible and opulent marble. Clydebank’s industry was a Castle Circular Path walk Spend a few hours at the picturesque powerhouse of British trade, and you will take you from the spot of Bowling Basin, at the western can discover this proud industrial station to the shore and past edge of the Forth & Clyde Canal. Look heritage in the town’s museum. Dumbarton Castle. out for unusual wildlife between View one of the largest and most The Shore Circular Path some of the boat locks, such as black important collections of Singer is a 4-mile route past the and wild rabbits, pipistrelle bats sewing machines, three ship models Brucehill Cliffs and the Clyde and wild black minks. Take a walk built by John Brown of Clydebank, shore – watch out for wading or cycle along this area and watch and a selection of fine art. birds on the mudflats. the boats make their way peacefully VISITSCOTLAND.COM 12 Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

NATURAL LARDER

With miles of rolling hills, lush farmland, lochs and miles of seashore, it’s no surprise that here in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park you can take your pick of the country’s tastiest food and drink. Sample delicious, fresh local produce in some of the region’s most highly- regarded restaurants and eateries, with some set in spectacular lochside locations. While you’re here you have to try Scotland’s national drink, whisky, which in Gaelic is ‘uisge beatha’ – the water of life. Our distilleries will open their doors to you, so take a behind-the-scenes tour to discover the secrets of this world-famous spirit.

Tasty treats Chef Martin Wishart has earned sourced produce cooked by award- The list of eateries in the National a Michelin star for both of his winning chef Tom Lewis. establishments, and at his Park’s towns and villages is like a You don’t need to be beside the restaurant at Cameron House on menu in itself! Whether you want seaside to buy fresh seafood. Mhor Loch Lomond your foodie passions to have a casual lunch or treat Fish in Callander sells Loch Creran will be more than satisfied. It even yourself to some fine dining, you’ll oysters, Isle of Lewis mussels has its own in-restaurant butchery have an excellent selection to and fresh fish from throughout to guarantee your steak will be choose from. Scotland, caught the same day. freshly prepared. Savour locally-sourced produce Get creative and cook up your own Indulge yourself at Monachyle at Knockderry House, selecting delights by heading direct to the Mhor, a former farmhouse from award-winning menus and source. Pick up top local produce at which is now a boutique hotel enjoying wine selected especially the farmers’ market at Loch Lomond and restaurant. This is a regular by enthusiasts, owners Beth and Shores every first and third Sunday, pilgrimage site for foodies as it Murdo MacLeod. Wine fans will love or in Helensburgh on the second offers the very best in fresh, locally the special wine lovers’ weekends. Saturday of each month.

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Don’t miss... Look out for the Taste Our Sampling Scotland’s Best logo as a sign that national drink – whisky – great quality Scottish food created from the water and and drink is on the menu – crops the land provides. At www.visitscotland.com/ Auchentoshan Distillery, tasteourbest you can bottle your own straight from the cask. Or taste drams from specially selected casks with the Tantalizing Tasting Experience.

Food with a view Venachar Lochside – enjoy homebaking on the deck and watch fishing boats drift by. Lodge on Loch Lomond – dine while soaking in the fabulous views of the loch The Drovers Inn, and Ben Lomond. Inverarnan The Garden Rooms, Rhu – admire the surrounding Treat yourself to a few scoops of West Highland Way and Bonnie and gardens and views of the Loch Lomond Luxury Ice Cream or Blonde ales. Firth of Clyde. a flat white and a slice of home- Pier Cafe - with views across baked cake at the St Mocha Coffee Loch Katrine where you can Shop and ice cream parlour at the watch the Sir Walter Scott Oak Tree Inn in Balmaha. Did you Steamship come and go. For a traditional village pub know? experience, stop at the Loch The Scottish Real Ale Shop, Lomond Arms Hotel in the pretty just outside Callander, lochside village of Luss and tuck has more than 160 beers into their Sunday lunch. from across Scotland. Drams and pints Glengoyne Distillery, near Killearn, is one of Scotland’s most beautiful distilleries. Their whisky is distilled slower than any other single malt Scotch whisky. Try the Nucoco chocolate matching tour where you’ll pair two Glengoyne malt whiskies with handmade chocolates. Head to Loch Lomond Brewery where you can arrange a tour of this award-winning craft brewery or try Inveruglas Visitor Centre and Café

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year of young people 2018

Queen Elizabeth Forest Park

Exciting activities and experiences are at the heart of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, and what better way to celebrate the Year of Young People 2018 than with an exciting programme of events which showcases all the great things the area has to offer?

From adrenaline-filled adventure climbing, or enjoy windsurfing Alps. There are also around 30 breaks, breathtaking road trips, and paddleboarding, among other islands on the loch, all of which you buzzing music festivals, and family activities, that cater for all ages and can visit. days out – the region hosts many abilities. activities for families and young Bring your friends and travel All aboard the Steamship Sir Walter people alike. In 2018, celebrate with across the country, navigating an Scott, sailing across the tranquil a year-long programme of events, abundance of road trip routes, or Loch Katrine and boasting beautiful festivals and activities for everyone follow some finely tuned itineraries views of the surrounding area, to enjoy. for an unforgettable holiday. or head to the Benmore Botanic Uncover the stunning Munro, Ben Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Gardens near Dunoon to wander Lomond, which offers exhilarating National Park offers brilliant through the peaceful paths and walks and spectacular views over outdoor activities, from walks trails and admire the exotic wildlife the heart of the National Park, or and hiking, an abundance of along the way. explore Loch Katrine, a 13km- watersports, and cycling trails, to Loch Lomond is home to wild long fresh water loch situated trying out angling, golf, and even scenery, fascinating history and in the centre of the park which Munro bagging. In the heart of the superb local food and drink. Take a has inspired literary figures for National Park, on the loch itself, cruise across the loch and admire centuries. take a cruise to spot otters, deer, the mighty Ben Lomond, and the ospreys and golden eagles, tackle Whether you are a bookworm jagged shoulders of the Arrochar the nearby landscape and try out or a mountain biker, enjoy more VISITSCOTLAND.COM year of young people 2018 15

Don’t miss... Did you A browse at Loch Lomond know? Shores for famous Scottish brands and fine local The park is home to 25% produce. of the UK’s threatened bird, animal and plant A fishing trip on the loch – species. There is a colony try your luck to see what you of wallabies on can catch from below the Inchconnachan! surface! A gentle stroll around the 153km shoreline of Loch Lomond. Walk through the enchanting Puck’s Glen, named after Puck from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. A drink and a hearty meal after a long days walk at the Drovers Inn – it’s been around since 1705! The BLiSS Trail to explore art installations, ornamental features, food and drink stops, and Loch Earn gems.

activities and events than ever before, created especially for young people and families. Get your toes tapping at an abundance of music festivals, tingle your taste buds at numerous foodie festivals, learn about the history of the area and so much more at events throughout the year. Enjoy events such as Strathyre Music Festival, Loch Lomond Highland Games, Mhor Festival, or the Great Scottish Swim, to name a few. So, if you are young or young at heart, 2018 is the year to visit Loch Lomond & The Trossachs!

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Puck’s Glen, near Benmore

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WHAT’S ON

Highland games

Calling all fans of music, food, sport, books and laughter – there’s an event happening this year in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park that you’re going to love. We have foodie events and festivals, a jam-packed programme of unmissable music, Highland games and so much more.

At the end of May enjoy singing, the Loch Lomond Highland Games, open swimmers race to the finish. dancing, cooking and more at the the Rosneath Peninsula Highland Also on the water, don’t miss the Mhor Festival. Or get your toes Games and the Balquhidder, Open Water Swimming competition tapping at the Doune the Rabbit Lochearnhead & Strathyre as part of the Scotland-wide Glasgow Hole music festival in Stirlingshire. Highlands Games in July, and the 2018 European Championships. Killin Highland Games in August. During the summer months, the Visit Loch Lomond Shores in Highland games season gets Also in August, take part in the Great September for the annual Loch into full swing. Watch traditional Scottish Swim, held in the stunning Lomond Food & Drink Festival. events, like the tug o’ war, tossing surroundings of Loch Lomond for the As well as browsing stalls of the caber, Highland dancing and fifth year running in 2017. Choose high quality produce from local more at the Helensburgh and from 0.5, 1 or 2 mile swims or stand and Scottish suppliers and hot Lomond Highland Games in June, on the shore and watch world-class food stands, enjoy cookery

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FIND OUT MORE To discover more events happening here this year visit www.visitscotland.com/ events

demonstrations, ‘Lochtoberfest’ and a festival atmosphere. Jazz fever takes hold of the small picturesque town of Callander in October. With a typical annual programme of nearly 50 gigs in over 20 venues, the festival attracts an array of local, national and international talent. Explore the varied walks and paths during CowalFest in October with expert walk leaders. In November, be mesmerised by the light displays at the Woodland Light Experience in Balfron. Sheepdog trials, Callander

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TRAVEL TIPS

The park is an idyllic sanctuary, with dense forests, shimmering lochs and craggy mountains – but happily it is also right on the doorstep of the cities of Glasgow and Stirling. So getting here is not going to be a problem, although you may not want to leave! Because Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is so beautiful the park authority asks you to please use the excellent public transport options to get here and travel around. Not only does this help conserve its stunning natural beauty but it means everyone can truly enjoy the awe-inspiring scenery.

By bus By rail By road Local bus services are excellent and You can also get here, and reach A good network of major and minor we strongly encourage you to use some surprisingly out-of-the-way roads makes Loch Lomond & The them if you can. It’s worth checking places, by the good rail network Trossachs National Park highly timetables in advance, especially if which has stations at Balloch, accessible by car. Enjoy a scenic you wish to travel to more remote Helensburgh and Dumbarton, all country drive or head direct to your communities. National coach served from Glasgow. Arrochar, destination. services run to Stirling and Glasgow Crianlarich and Tyndrum are You can get to Stirling from and many of the other larger towns all stations along the Glasgow Glasgow and Edinburgh in less in the area, from where you can to Oban line. Stirling is an ideal than one hour, from where you can link to local services. For more starting point for exploring the take main roads or country roads information and to plan your Trossachs with train services from further into the National Park. journey visit Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Loch Lomond is little more than Inverness. For more information www.travelinescotland.com 35 minutes from Glasgow. visit www.nationalrail.co.uk VISITSCOTLAND.COM TRAVEL TIPS 19

Where to find out more Make your first stop on your Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park adventure a VisitScotland iCentre. Our local experts can give you advice on everything there is to see and do, as well as booking accommodation and arranging tickets for events, activities and transport across Scotland. You can also pick up a quality, Scottish souvenir. Please refer to page 22 for a list of VisitScotland iCentres. You can get more travel information from www.travelinescotland.com or by calling 0871 200 22 33 or downloading their app. The Maid of the Loch at Balloch Pier traveline For more detailed information on Troon in Ayrshire and Campbeltown scotland planning your car journey visit and Dunoon in Argyll. www.trafficscotland.org For more information visit By water www.kintyreexpress.com, Is there a more fun way to travel www.poferries.com, than water bus? You can take www.stenaline.co.uk, the water bus on Loch Lomond, www.calmac.co.uk, linking west, east and south www.western-ferries.co.uk, shores from Balmaha to Luss and www.argyllferries.co.uk Balloch and Tarbet to Inversnaid and Rowardennan. Look out for timetables in local accommodation and visitor centres. For more Did you information, visit www.lochlomond-trossachs.org know? Cruise Loch Lomond at By ferry Tarbet offers bike hire You’ll find the National Park is so you can explore the accessible by road and rail links from National Park with ease the ports of Newcastle and Hull on on two wheels. the east coast, or via the ferry ports at Cairnryan in Dumfries & Galloway, Loch Eck

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Location Map reference ‘By’ designates that a property is To assist you further in within 10 miles of this location. locating each business, Mileage in brackets after the this grid reference relates location indicates the distance to the map on page 60. from the named location. 1 ANY LOCATION (4 miles) F3 Scott Gardens Kinross KY22 9YR T: 01599 862655 Name of business www.scottgardens.co.uk Beautiful 18th century gardens with café and popular daily events, overlooking Facilities and symbols one ofEXAMPLE Scotland’s famous lochs. Plenty to see and do for all the family. See page 23 and below 44444 Contact details oooo Visitor Attraction & © ǃ+ for details. Open: Mar-Jun: Centre open 10am-5pm. Sep-Dec: Centre open• 9.30am-4pm. Closed Christmas and New Year. Admission: Adult £3, Concs £2, Child £0.50, Family £6. Car parking Business description £5 all day. Opening times and admission prices Quality Award Where a Quality Assurance award has been included on an entry, the business has been graded by VisitScotland and provides assurances on quality and standards. The scheme is explained on page 23 of this guide. Quality Assurance Awards are correct as at January 2018. At the end of the explanation on Quality Award.

Practical information Fiosrachadh feumail

The listings within this guide Businesses within these sections before making your journey. have been split into the are listed in alphabetical order by Some listings may have a distance following sections: business location, then by business beside the location; this indicates • Places to visit name. Each entry has a map the approximate road distance in • Leisure activities reference (see example) relating miles from the main location. The • Shopping to the map which appears at the mileages are voluntarily provided • Food & drink back of this guide. The majority of by the businesses themselves. • Tours entries will have a postcode which Display advertising is placed at the • Transport can be used to pin point exact • Accommodation back of this guide and is also split locations. Where a business is listed into categories. Business listings as being ‘By’ a town or village it is who also have display advertising wise to check the exact location will have this icon •.

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Pricing Insurance and cancellations , Dogs welcome Where prices of admission, services Should you have to cancel for Dogs are welcome to this and facilities are included in whatever reason, it is reassuring establishment, on the the entries, these are based on to know that you can be insured understanding that they are on information received from the against any compensation claim. their leash and are kept under advertisers. Please note that prices Please ensure you take our control. You may have to check include VAT where applicable and cancellation insurance prior to with each establishment whether are for your guidance only (VAT as your trip. they are restricted areas for your at December 2016). dog. Please note that this icon is � Family fun not verified by VisitScotland as Smoking There is a wealth of things to Scotland’s indoor public places, businesses can opt to show this see and do that will keep smiles including pubs, restaurants and symbol. on faces all day. Attractions cafés are smoke-free by law, and establishments which are k creating a healthier and fresher Refreshments available particularly suitable for children environment for residents and Café or refreshments are available have been highlighted within this visitors to our beautiful country. at this establishment. Please note guide. Please note that this icon that this icon is not verified by Drinking and driving is not verified by VisitScotland as VisitScotland as businesses can opt Scotland’s drink drive limit is businesses can opt to show this to show this symbol. symbol. 50 mg (of alcohol per 100 ml of � blood). The Scottish Government + WiFi available recommends the best approach is Accessible and Guest WiFi access is available at to have no alcohol at all, if you’re E Assistance dogs this establishment. Please note intending to get behind the wheel The Equalities Act 2010 and that this icon is not verified by in Scotland. For more information, Disability Discrimination Act 1995 VisitScotland as businesses can opt see www.dontriskit.info say that reasonable adjustments to show this symbol. must be made in order to avoid Booking discriminating against people ù Gaelic Accepting accommodation by with disabilities. These will range In this area some of the population telephone or in writing means you from creating an access route for speak the Gaelic language (as have entered into a legally binding a person with a wheelchair to well as English), so if you wish to contract with the proprietor of the waiving a “no dog’s policy” in order stay with Gaelic speakers please establishment. If you cancel or fail that a disabled person may be look out for the symbol within to turn up, for whatever reason, accompanied by their assistance listings and ask when you book the proprietor has the right to ask dog. It is always advisable to check your accommodation to confirm you for compensation. You should with each establishment prior that this is available. The Gaelic always check the cancellation to visiting/booking. A disabled language is rich in tradition, terms in advance and, if you person should not be put at a history, music and culture, and must cancel a booking, advise disadvantage. Please note that will add an interesting dimension the business immediately. Online these icons are not verified by and unique sense of place to your bookings are also subject to terms VisitScotland as businesses can holiday. Please note that this icon and conditions, please check direct opt to show these symbols. is not verified by VisitScotland as with the proprietor for these. businesses can opt to show this v Hearing loop symbol. ü Short breaks Induction loop and infrared There is a fabulous range of systems are available within this • Display Advertising accommodation throughout establishment. Informative signs This icon denotes that this Scotland. Establishments and symbols will be displayed such establishment also has a display purchasing advertising within this as the loop sign above; it is always advert, located at the back section guide can opt to display the above worth asking if not obvious. Please of this guide. symbol. Many establishments have note that this icon is not verified by offers throughout the year, contact VisitScotland as businesses can opt For further information go to direct for latest special offers. to show this symbol. www.visitscotland.com

VISITSCOTLAND.COM Ask us where to find Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park’S BEST KEPT SECRETS

An Ceann Mor - a viewing platform on Loch Lomond

If you’re looking for the true spirit of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, start your search at one of our VisitScotland iCentres. We’ll point you in the direction of the best the region has to offer, whether you need advice on where to go and what to do, or even if you’re looking to book accommodation or tickets for all kinds of events, activities and transport. Come and talk to our knowledgeable and friendly staff. You never know, we might just let you in on a few local secrets.

Trossachs Discovery Centre, Old Station Building, 52-54 Main Street, Main Street, Balloch Road, Callander, Aberfoyle, FK8 3UQ Balloch, G83 8LQ Perthshire, FK17 8BD 01877 381221 01389 753533 01877 330342

Please check visitscotland.com/icentre for opening times. You’ll be surprised where our search for quality takes us Ask us where to find Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park’S BEST KEPT SECRETS

THE SIGN OF QUALITY

The Steamship Sir Walter Scott Ltd, Loch Katrine Experience, by Callander 4 star Visitor Attraction

Quite simply, it takes us the length and breadth of Scotland to visit thousands of different properties every year and grade them on the things we know matter to you. Things like the overall quality on offer and warmth of welcome to help you make a more informed choice. VisitScotland Quality Assurance – Quality you can trust.

o An acceptable standard oo A good, all round standard o ooo Very good standard, with attention to detail in every area Serviced accommodation establishments awarded gold An Ceann Mor - a viewing platform on Loch Lomond oooo Excellent – superb food where provided and friendly, stars have consistently achieved professional service the highest levels of excellence ooooo An exceptional standard where quality, hospitality and within their star grading. If you’re looking for the true spirit of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, service are hard to fault start your search at one of our VisitScotland iCentres. We’ll point you in the direction of the best the region has to offer, whether you need advice on where to go and what to Taste Our Best We want you to feel welcome – find establishments do, or even if you’re looking to book accommodation or tickets for all kinds of events, One way to ensure that you’ll enjoy great that pay particular attention to your specific needs: quality Scottish food and drink, prepared with activities and transport. Come and talk to our knowledgeable and friendly staff. care and delivered with passion, is to look for D Walkers C Cyclists You never know, we might just let you in on a few local secrets. places that are part of Taste Our Best, ∂ Anglers Bikers our food and drink quality scheme. Classic Cars √ Golfers Visiting golfers Children Trossachs Discovery Centre, Old Station Building, 52-54 Main Street, Green Tourism-because we care Main Street, Balloch Road, Callander, Businesses that work in a sustainable, Ω Field Sports ≈ Groups environmentally friendly way are graded: Aberfoyle, FK8 3UQ Balloch, G83 8LQ Perthshire, FK17 8BD Ancestral Tourism Pets 01877 381221 01389 753533 01877 330342 Bronze ∫, Silver ß or Gold © www.green-tourism.com Experiencing Gaelic Please check visitscotland.com/icentre for opening times. For any feedback or comments you may have on quality assured properties please email us on [email protected]. 24 Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park

HELENSBURGH B4 Places to visit Castles, historic homes & attractions See also Visitor attractions

The Hill House

National Trust for Scotland, Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh, Argyll 67896 & Bute, G84 9AJ T: 01436 673900 DUMBARTON B5 www.nts.org.uk Dumbarton Castle Anyone with a passion for design and architecture will love the Hill Historic Scotland, In Dumbarton off the A82 House, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s domestic masterpiece on a grand G82 1JJ scale. Inside, admire the visually arresting mix of Arts & Crafts, Art T: 01389 732167 [email protected] Nouveau, Scottish and Japanese design. Outside, enjoy a wander around historicenvironment.scot/daysout This iconic Rock of the Clyde has heritage as • Stunning Mackintosh architecture • Beautiful garden with breathtaking as its views over the Clyde, Loch views of the Clyde • Shop & tearoom • Holiday accommodation Lomond and Argyll. 23440 oooo Historic House Ekß oooo Castle Eƒ© Open: House & Garden: Apr–Oct. Please check our website or call Open: Check up to date opening times for opening times and admission prices. Admission: Adult £5, Child £3, Concs £4

By KILLIN C2 Moirlanich Longhouse National Trust for Scotland, off A827, 1mile NW of Killin, Stirling, FK21 8UA T: 01567 820988 www.nts.org.uk Discover this beautifully conserved longhouse and its many original features, and get a unique insight into rural family life in 19th-century Scotland. 38784 ooo E© Historic House Cycle the Deeside country paths, The Cairngorms National Park Open: Easter Sunday and May–Sep. Please check our website or call for opening times and admission prices. Celebrate Scotland’s Year of Young People 2018 From adrenaline filled adventure breaks, PORT OF MENTEITH C3 breathtaking road trips, buzzing music Inchmahome Priory festivals to the great outdoors, cultural Historic Scotland, Port of Menteith, 8m S of experiences and family camping holidays, Callander off A81 FK8 3RA T: 01877 385294 M: 0783 631 3769 Scotland hosts legendary activities and [email protected] endless things to do for families and young historicenvironment.scot/daysout Take a scenic boat trip across Scotland's only people alike throughout the year. lake to this peaceful, wooded island

sanctuary with a medieval priory at its heart. 31544 Join the conversation #YOYP2018 oooo Historic Attraction E,ƒ© Find out more at visitscotland.com/yoyp2018 Open: Check website for up to date opening times Admission: Adult £7.50, Child £4.50, Concs £6

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Places to visit Places to visit Distilleries & breweries Gardens, parks and play areas

DEANSTON D3 CARDROSS B5

Deanston Distillery Visitor Centre Geilston Garden

Deanston, Near Doune FK16 6AG 92996 National Trust for Scotland, Main Road, Cardross, Argyll & Bute, G82 5HD 27452 T: 01786 843010 T: 01389 849187 [email protected] www.deanstonmalt.com [email protected] www.nts.org.uk Visit to experience the sights, aromas and sounds of a true working Discover bursts of colour, tasty vegetables and outlandishly large, rare scotch whisky distillery. Situated eight miles north of Stirling on the A84 plants in this 200-year-old tranquil haven. Explore the vibrant walled and 45min from Edinburgh and Glasgow, a warm welcome awaits you. garden and charming wooded glen, and then purchase delicious Relaxed visitor centre and shop offering in-depth tours. Geilston-grown produce. Children will love the adventure playground and floral mini-maze. • Kitchen garden and produce • Hot drinks machine • Picnic area • ‘Hobbit hole’ play area

ooooo Visitor Attraction k∑\ oooo Garden Eƒ© Open: All year: Daily, 10am-5pm. Closed 25 and 26 Dec and 1 and 2 Open: Garden: Apr–Oct, daily. Please check our website or call for Jan. Reduced opening times during Christmas and New opening times and admission prices. Year. Booking recommended to avoid disappointment. Admission: Adult from £9, Child from £4.

DUMGOYNE, by KILLEARN (3 miles) C4 OFF A814 2 MILES NORTH OF HELENSBURGH Glengoyne Distillery Glenarn Gardens Dumgoyne, Near Killearn, Glasgow G63 9LB Mike and Sue Thornley Glenarn, Glenarn Road, Rhu, Helensburgh G84 8LL T: 01360 550254 F: 01360 550094 T: 01436 820493 [email protected] www.gardens-of-argyll.co.uk [email protected] A woodland garden in a sheltered hollow with steep glen and a wide www.glengoyne.com variety of tender and special rhododendrons plus magnolias and other One of Scotland's most beautiful distilleries for interesting trees. The large rock garden contains many smaller plants guided tours, whisky tastings, masterclasses & and provides colour through the year. suberb whisky shop. 28196 ∑\ E, Open: All year. Daily; Mar-Nov, 10am-5pm. Dec-Feb, 10am-4pm. Open: Open daily from March 21st-September 21st, dawn to dusk. Tours on the hour. Admission: Adults £5.00, children under 16 free Admission: Glengoyne tour £9, Wee Tasting Tour £12, Whisky & Chocolate £25, Gold Medal £25, Malt Master £60, No.1 Warehouse £80, Masterclass £150

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Places to visit Places to visit Museums Visitor attractions See also Visitor attractions See also other categories

IRVINE, AYRSHIRE ARDEN B4 Duck Bay

Off A82, approx 2 miles north of the village of Balloch Picnic area, children’s adventure playground. Two restaurants. Public toilets.

BALLOCH B4

Scottish Maritime Museum

Visitor Services Manager - The Linthouse, Harbour Road, Irvine, KA12 8QE 53677 T: 01294 278283 [email protected] www.scottishmaritimemuseum.org Discover some of Scotland’s oldest & most important historic vessels, sail a boat on our pond, have fun with interactive exhibits, view our authentic shipyard worker’s flat & climb aboard the MV Kyles on the waterfront. View our growing art and sculpture collection. Best of all children go free. Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre

Stewart Robertson Loch Lomond Shores, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch, 40049 • Fun interactives • Shipyard worker’s flat • MV Kyles • Café Alexandria. G83 8QL • New art display • Two boating ponds • Free parking T: 01389 729239 M: 0775 186 2416 [email protected] www.llbopc.co.uk oooo Visitor Attraction Eƒk∑ Open: Open: Daily 10am-5pm excluding 25th/26th December 2018 Education & conservation centre. A unique opportunity to see these & 1st/2nd January 2019. magnificent creatures up close. The centre is full of information on owls Admission: Children go free (up to three children with an accompanying & birds of prey. Home to all five British owls, and some of Britain's most adult) Adult £7.50, Cons £5.50. Attractive discounts iconic birds of prey, including Orla, the magnificent golden eagle. available for large groups Tel. 01294 278283 for details.

oooo Visitor Attraction BE IN THE KNOW Open: Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year's Day. Open Apr-Oct, 10am-17:30pm; Nov-Mar, 10am-16:30pm. Last Our accredited Information entry 30 minutes before closing. Nov-Jan, closed weekdays. Partners are based throughout KNOW Admission: Adult £8, Pensioners £6, Students £6, Child £4, under 3s free. Scotland and can offer tailored scotland One child free with each paying child. Group discounts. Special rates for school/youth groups. advice to help you make the most of your visit. Chat with them for insider tips about the must see VisitScotland Quality Assurance attractions in the local area. Quality you can trust Look out for the sign to be in the iKnow. THE SIGN www.visitscotland.com/qa OF QUALITY

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BALQUHIDDER C2 By CALLANDER (10 miles) C3 Rob Roy’s Grave Off A84, by Kingshouse, Balquhidder 51804

Rob, his wife Mary and 2 of their 4 sons are buried in a simple grave in Balquhidder churchyard. A folk hero of the Highlands, Rob Roy MacGregor lived most of his life in the Breadalbane area. He became a legend during his own lifetime through his fictional biography by Daniel Defoe. The story was embellished in the novel Rob Roy by Sir Walter Scott. Loch Katrine Cruises

Trossachs Pier, Loch Katrine, by Callander, Stirling FK17 8HZ 55669 T: 01877 376315 www.lochkatrine.com Open: TBA BLAIR DRUMMOND, by STIRLING D3 Sailings daily on Loch Katrine in the heart of the Trossachs. Classic cruises Admission: TBA on the iconic Steamship Sir Walter Scott, Legends of the Loch cruising on M.V. Lady of the Lake. Katrine Gifts, Brenachoile Restaurant, Katrine Wheelz cycle and buggy hire (Borg Grech Photography).

oooo Visitor Attraction +\ Open: All year. Admission: See website for details.

Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park

Blair Drummond, by Stirling FK9 4UR 71475 T: 01786 841456 [email protected] www.blairdrummond.com B4 Visit one of Scotland's top attractions for a great family day out. View ROWARDENNAN giraffes, lions, rhinos, tigers and meerkats. Take your chances with the The War Memorial

cheeky monkeys in the Macaque Drive-thru, walk with free-roaming Rowardennan, East shore of Loch Lomond lemurs in Lemur Land, catch the popular Sea Lion Show and take a boat Striking scuplture, by Doug Cocker of Dundee, set in the memorial park ride to Chimp Island. Kids of all ages love the giant adventure play areas. honouring those who were lost in WW2. Look out for the new stone which explains the story of the landscape & sculpture. • Drive through reserves • Giant adventure play area • BBQ & picnic areas • Changing Places toilet • Free parking

oooo Visitor Attraction ƒkß\ Places to visit Open: 17 March - 28 October 2018. Daily, 10am -5.30pm. Admission: Adults £17.25, concessions £14.25, infant (0-2 years) free. Book discounted tickets online. See website for details of Wildlife, nature and ticket policy and ticket prices for disabled visitors and their carers. natural attractions

CALLANDER D3 Hamilton Toy Collection 111 Main Street, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8BQ T: 01877 330004 [email protected] www.thehamiltontoycollection.co.uk Friendly family-run museum, five rooms displaying a vast collection of toys (1880 - 1980) and shop.

29458 ABERFOYLE to DOUNE C3/D3 ƒ The Trossachs Bird of Prey Trail

Open: Apr-Oct: Mon-Sat,10.30am-5pm. Sun, 12noon-5pm. www.birdofpreytrail.com Admission: Adult £3, Accompanied children £1, Family (2+2) £7. A 25 mile driving route runs from Aberfoyle to Doune. Varied & dramatic landscapes along its route offer a perfect habitat for up to 13 species of bird of prey with chances to see ospreys, hen harriers, & golden eagles.

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By ABERFOYLE C3 Loch Ard Forest Forestry Commission Scotland, Queen Elizabeth Forest Park FK8 3TF Look out for the T: 0300 067 6600 [email protected] Taste Our Best logo, www.forestry.gov.uk/qefp a sign that great quality In the heart of Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, 16 miles of routes for cyclists, walkers and horse riders, running through a wide variety Scottish food and drink of terrain and past many impressive sights including Loch Ard, Loch is on the menu. Chon, Duchray Water and Kelty Water. 69677 ,ƒ To find out more go to Open: All year. Admission: Free. visitscotland.com/tasteourbest

BALLOCH B5 By DRYMEN C4

Loch Lomond Sea Life Aquarium Ben Lomond 71834 Loch Lomond Shores, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch G83 8QL National Trust for Scotland, Ardess Lodge, Rowardennan, by Drymen 63563 T: 01389 721500 G63 0AR [email protected] T: 01360 870224 www.visitsealife.co.uk/loch-lomond www.nts.org.uk SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium is just 30 minutes from Glasgow, Whatever the season, Ben Lomond has a dignity and a magic that has situated on the stunning Loch Lomond Shores. Get up close to over 1500 drawn artists, beauty-seekers, hikers and climbers for centuries. creatures, including Scotland's only giant green sea turtle, the largest Discover exhilarating walks and spectacular views from the summit collection of sharks in Scotland and our playful family of otters. across Loch Lomond. Or explore the mountain’s human history on the • Explore our creatures • Educational, fun learning • Interactive • Scotland's most southerly Munro (974m) • Holiday rockpool experience • Family fun • Beautiful location accommodation • Walks suitable for all abilities • Scottish wildlife oooo Visitor Attraction Eƒk , Open: All year. Daily, 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm). Open every day Open: All year. except 25 Dec. Admission: Pay and display car park (run by Forestry Commission Admission: £13.60 individual ticket, book online and save 30%. Scotland).

By GARTOCHARN, LOCH LOMOND B3 RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond RSPB Scotland High Wards Farm G83 8SB T: 01389 830670 [email protected] www.rspb.org.uk/lochlomond Amazing wildlife all year round, with bluebells, ospreys and red squirrels. Circular trail, Scenic Routes viewpoint. Regular events and family activities.

,ƒ Open: Nature Hub open 10am-4pm daily from Easter until October. Visit website for winter opening hours. Shore Wood path is Join the conversation #YOYP2018 open at all times. Find out more at visitscotland.com/yoyp2018 Admission: Entrance to the Nature Hub is free. There are charges for guided walks, events and activities.

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Leisure activities Leisure activities Activities – indoor Activities – outdoor

CLYDEBANK C5 BALLOCH B4 Loch Lomond Water Ski Club North Hall Cottage, Church Road, Luss G83 8NZ T: 01436 860632 [email protected] www.lochlomondwaterskiclub.co.uk Tuition available from beginner to competition standard. All equipment available. Operating from Balloch Pier. 47681 Open: May-Sep. Booking essential – phone 01436 860632. Admission: Adult £20, Under 18s £15.

Scotkart Indoor Kart Racing & Laser Tag

25 Knox Street, Clydebank G81 1NA 50080 T: 0141 641 0222 [email protected] www.scotkart.co.uk For adrenaline pumping fun book a track drive experience, and race LUSS & ROWARDENNAN B4 against the clock or other visitors at Scotland's largest indoor kart track with a fly over. Family sessions available at select times for parents and kids. Plus, set your Phazers for the ultimate laser tag battle in a huge multi-level arena. • Adult karts age 12+ • Cadet karts age 8+ • Laser tag age 6+ • Arcade • Lazer maze challenge • Café • Car park

oooo Activity Centre Eƒk∑ Open: All year. Mon - Fri, 12noon-10pm. Sat-Sun 9.30am-10pm. During the school holidays the track opens at 10am. Admission: Karts from £12 per person, Laser tag from £5.50 per person. No experience required, all equipment and instruction Loch Lomond Leisure

provided. Find us at Luss Beach, G83 8PA & Rowardennan Hotel G63 OAR 35881 T: 0333 577 0715 [email protected] www.lochlomond-scotland.com Loch Lomond Leisure have been operating since 2001 and offer a wide VisitScotland Quality Assurance range of boating and watersport activities, which are fun for all the family and suitable for all ages. Please visit our website for the full list Quality you can trust of guided tours and activities.

• Self-drive boat hire • Fishing • Canoe • Kayak • Paddleboard • Bike hire • Waterski • Wakeboard • Speedboat tour

THE SIGN Open: Open 7 days at Luss and Rowardennan. OF QUALITY Admission: Advance booking is recommended. Please visit our website for more info, photos and pricing www.visitscotland.com/qa

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Leisure activities Leisure activities Leisure centres/ Pony trekking/ swimming pools horse riding

CALLANDER D3 PORT OF MENTEITH C3 Castle Rednock Trekking Centre Castle Rednock Farm, Port of Menteith, Stirlingshire FK8 3LD T: 01877 385276 M: 0780 169 9497 [email protected] www.trossachstrekking.com Pony treks, segway treks, Shetland driving,orienteering and quad pods.

Individuals,groups and families welcome. 18456 Open: All year. Daily, except Sat. Admission: Varies according to activity. All levels.

McLaren Leisure

Mollands Road, Callander FK17 8JP 59646 T: 01877 330000 F: 01877 331004 www.mclarenleisure.co.uk McLaren Leisure is a sport and leisure complex that prides itself on offering high quality, friendly service. We welcome both members and Shopping visitors, all year round. Our facilities include, swimming pool, fitness suite, climbing wall, sports hall, woodland kingdom indoor play area, Antiques & bookshops café, plus much more!

ooo Leisure Centre ƒk∑ Open: All year. Mon & Wed-Fri, 7.30am-9pm. Tues 7.30am-10pm. Sat-Sun, 8am-5pm.

DOUNE BE IN THE KNOW Scottish Antique & Arts Centre Carse Of Cambus, Doune, Perthshire FK16 6HG Our accredited Information T: 01786 841203 www.scottish-antiques.com Partners are based throughout KNOW Antique furniture, collectables and jewellery scotland from over 125 dealers. Modern furniture, Scotland and can offer tailored design-led accessories, gifts and fashion. Food advice to help you make the hall and restaurant. most of your visit. Chat with them

for insider tips about the must see oooo Tourist Shop k∑ attractions in the local area. Open: All year. Daily, 10am-5pm. Closed 25th and 26th December, Look out for the sign to be in the iKnow. 1st and 2nd January. Admission: Free. Ample Free Parking.

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Shopping Shopping Arts & Crafts Shops

ALEXANDRIA B5 BALLOCH B5 Icefire Glass John and Anne Assiter-Tuppen, Antartex Village, Alexandria G83 0TP T: 01389 755928 Email form on web site. www.icefire-glass.co.uk A working glass studio open to view. Fantasy, wildlife and Scottish pieces. Orders, private and corporate, all very welcome. 31377 ,k Open: All year. Daily, 10.30am-4.30pm. You are welcome to contact us and confirm times before travelling. Closed Tues. Admission: Free car, coach parking and entry. Jenners

Loch Lomond Shores, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch G83 8QL 65458 T: 01389 722200 [email protected] www.houseoffraser.co.uk Stunning department store. Fashion and accessory brands include Phase Eight, Oasis, Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss, Fossil and Radley. Sheila Fleet - Orkney Designer Jewellery. Superb gifts and homewares. Valvona & Crolla Foodhall. Café Zest.

• Fashions • Jewellery and accessories • Beauty • Homeware • Foodhall • Café

oooo Tourist Shop k\ Cycle the Deeside country paths, The Cairngorms National Park Open: All year. Daily, 9.30am-6pm. Jul-Aug, 9.30am-6.30pm.

Celebrate Scotland’s Year of Young People 2018 From adrenaline filled adventure breaks, breathtaking road trips, buzzing music BALLOCH B5 festivals to the great outdoors, cultural Loch Lomond Gift House experiences and family camping holidays, Balloch Road, Balloch G83 8LQ T: 01389 753437 Scotland hosts legendary activities and www.lochlomondgifthouse.com endless things to do for families and young Stockists of Scottish souvenirs, jewellery, ceramics, clan and tartan gifts. Cards and people alike throughout the year. wrap. Kilts, Highland wear and accessories available to buy or hire.

Join the conversation #YOYP2018 35874 Find out more at visitscotland.com/yoyp2018 Open: All year. Mon-Sat, 10am-5.30pm. Sun 12noon-5pm. Extended trading Jul & Aug. Only 5 minutes walk from Balloch bus and train stations, and diagonally across from the main entrance to Balloch Park. Admission: Free.

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GARTOCHARN C4 LUSS B4 The Coach House Coffee Shop Luss, Loch Lomond G83 8NN T: 01436 860341 F: 01436 860336 [email protected] www.lochlomondtrading.com Fantastic coffee and gift shop... where the waiters wear Loch Lomond tartan kilts. 58553 Ç Open: All year. Daily, 10am-5pm.

House of Darrach

Gartocharn Village, Loch Lomond G83 8RX 90219 T: 01389 830448 [email protected] www.houseofdarrach.co.uk Situated within the picturesque village of Gartocharn inside Loch Lomond STIRLING D4 and The Trossachs National Park, and only 30 minutes from Glasgow The Courtyard Cafe and Artisan Dairy and Stirling. The House of Darrach is rapidly becoming recognised as Knockraich Farm, Fintry, Stirlingshire G63 0LN one of the west of Scotland’s premier retail and dining experiences. On T: 01360 860132 [email protected] site parking available. www.knockraich.com A beautiful café nestled between the Campsie • Homeware • Fashion • Gifts • Food hall • Restaurant • Carvery Fells and the Trossachs serving light lunches, • Coffee shop • Picture gallery • Hampers fabulous coffee, home baking, dairy produce & ice cream. ooooo Tourist Shop k∑ Ek Open: All year. Daily, 9.30am-6pm. Open: Mar-Oct: Daily, 10am-4.30pm. Nov-Feb: Daily, 10am-4pm.

Food & drink ADVICE Cafés/tearooms/ ON THE MOO-VE coffee shops

Edinburgh

DEANSTON D3 This happy herd of Coo Vans will be The Coffee Bothy, Deanston Distillery Coffee Bothy, Deanston Distillery Deanston, on the moo-ve throughout Scotland, Near Doune FK16 6BF T: 01786 843013 with our Coo-visors delivering Experience the sights, aromas and sounds of a true working scotch whisky distillery along excellent local advice. Look out for with the delicious food served at The Coffee them at events and attractions and Bothy.

97814 discover our top tips to make the Eƒk∑\ most of your Scottish experience. Open: Daily, 10am-4.30pm. Closed 25 and 26 Dec, 1 and 2 Jan. Reduced opening times during winter, Christmas and New Year.

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CALLANDER D3 Food & drink Restaurants

Poppies Hotel & Restaurant

Leny Road, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8AL 50139 T: 01877 330329 [email protected] www.poppieshotel.com ARDEN B4 The Martin family welcome you to Poppies Hotel. A small hotel in Callander (home ot the Callander Jazz Festival), full of character, offers a friendly, cosy, home from home for a short break or longer holiday. Charming family managed hotel with quality accommodation, restaurant and award winning Whisky Bar. • Free Wifi • Free onsite parking • Family friendly • Outdoor garden seating

ooo Small Hotel Ek∑Ç Open: All year - limited opening over Christmas & New year

Duck Bay Hotel & Marina

Loch Lomond Arden, Alexandria, Dunbartonshire G83 8QZ 23396 T: 01389 751234 F: 01389 758113 [email protected] www.duckbayhotel.co.uk With its extensive menus and unsurpassed views, our restaurant at Loch CALLANDER C3 Lomond is one of central Scotland's finest. Delicious food prepared with only the freshest of local ingredients. Wide range of dishes to suit all tastes. Superb wine list with an extensive selection of European and New World wines. • Panoramic views of Loch Lomond • Ambiance of comfort & relaxation • Open fires & aquariums • Attentive friendly staff

ooo Hotel E∑ Open: All year. Daily, 9.30am-late. Lunch, 12noon-6pm. Dinner, 6pm-10pm (last orders for dinner is 10pm).

The Lade Inn

Kilmahog, Callander FK17 8HD 80958 T: 01877 330152 [email protected] www.theladeinn.com BALLOCH B5 Family run, superb locally sourced fresh food and our own Lade Inn real Stables Restaurant ales. We cater for all size of groups from small family gatherings up to Stables Restaurant and Bar, Loch Lomond large groups of 70. All events covered. G83 8BW T: 01389 752148 [email protected] www.stablesrestaurant.com Long established family owned restaurant • Food available daily • Log fire • Families welcome • Scottish serving good Scottish cuisine. We have an real ale shop • Beer garden • Dog friendly • Live music excellent rating on Tripadvisor & are the

locals' restaurant of choice. 56266 ∑Ç Open: All year. Mon-Sat, 12noon. Sun from 12.30pm. Food available Open: All year. Daily, 11.30am-9pm. all day from opening until last orders 8.45pm. Closing times: Mon-Thu, 11pm, 1am Fri-Sat (Live Music nights) and 10.30pm Sun.

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GARELOCHHEAD B4 LUSS B4

The Anchor Inn Lodge on Loch Lomond Hotel

Rosslyn Buildings, Main Road, Garelochhead G84 0AH 90935 Luss G83 8PA 36217 T: 01436 810404 T: 01436 860201 F: 01436 860203 [email protected] www.theanchorinngarelochhead.co.uk [email protected] www.loch-lomond.co.uk Traditional Drovers Inn dating back to the 1800s. Quality, homemade Colquhoun’s two AA rosette restaurant offers panoramic views of the dishes using locally sourced ingredients. Extensive range of malt loch and mountains while serving a contemporary menu. A relaxing whiskies and draught beers. Beer garden. Takeaway service. lounge area is available for drinks and lighter dishes. Open to non-residents.

• Picturesque village • Friendly staff • Malt whiskies and draught • Stunning location • Panoramic views • Beach front restaurant beers • Log fire • Live music Saturday evenings • Two AA rosette • Contemporary menu • Lounge area

ooo Inn ,∑ Open: All year. Daily: Mon-Sat, 10am-2.30pm; 5-9pm. Sun, Open: All year: Sun-Thurs, 11am-11pm; Fri & Sat, 11am-12midnight. 12.30pm-8.45pm.

INVERBEG, by LUSS B4 Look out for the Taste Our Best logo, a sign that great quality Scottish food and drink is on the menu, prepared with care and delivered with passion.

The Inn at Inverbeg

Inverbeg, by Luss G83 8PD 79429 T: 01436 860678 F: 01436 860203 [email protected] www.inverbeghotel.co.uk AA pub of the year 2009/2010 and ‘Pub With Rooms of the Year’ winner at the Scottish Hotel Awards 2011, Mr Cs offers west coast fish teas, steaks and burgers, together with an extensive list of whiskies, real ales and folk music. From our restaurants, B&Bs and hotels, to visitor attractions, pubs and take-aways, you can • Award-winning inn • Prime tourist location • Excellent meal stop • Award-winning food • Traditional ales • Live music sample our famous fare made with the freshest local produce. , Open: All year: Sun-Thurs, 11am-11pm; Fri & Sat, 11am-12midnight. To find out more go to visitscotland.com/tasteourbest

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TARBET B3 Tours Cruises

Cruise Loch Lomond

Stuart, Marie or Fred Tarbet, Loch Lomond, Argyll & Bute G83 7DE 68691 T: 01301 702356 F: 01301 702636 [email protected] www.cruiselochlomond.co.uk BALLOCH B4 Cruises to experience the beauty, tranquillity and splendour of Loch Lomond, the jewel in Scotland's first national park. Outdoor adventure for the family using waterbus service to explore the hidden gems of the bonnie banks by boat and bike. Cycle hire, wildlife cruise, explorer cruises and two loch tours. • Scenery • Live commentary • Award-winning • Cycle hire • West Highland Way • Waterbus • RSPB cruise

oooo Tour E,ƒk\ Open: Scheduled cruises 31 Mar-30 Oct. Winter cruises please phone for details. Admission: Purchase tickets online: www.cruiselochlomond.co.uk, Tarbet Sweeney’s Cruise Co Loch Lomond ticket office, pay on board or call.

Balloch, Alexandria G83 8SW 57391 T: 01389 752376 [email protected] www.sweeneyscruiseco.com Operating 4 star cruises from Balloch Village and Loch Lomond shores visitor centre. Open all year round offering a variety of 1 and 2 hour cruises as well as jet boat, private charter and waterbus services. KNOW scotland

oooo Tour E,ƒk\ Open: April-October variable between 10am-7pm, Nov-March variable between 11.30am & 1.30pm. Admission: Cruises from £10.50 per adult. Family tickets also available.

Glentress, Scottish Borders

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Tours Transport Tours Car/Vehicle hire

LUSS & ROWARDENNAN B4 By BALLOCH B5 Sunnyside Campers Sunnyside, Main Street, Bonhill, Alexandria, Dunbartonshire G83 9JX T: 01389 750282 F: 01389 656001 [email protected] www.sunnysidecampers.co.uk Classic (1960-70s) VW camper van hire. Fully equipped, ready to go camping.

Fully comprehensive insurance included. 93416 ,ƒ Open: Apr-Nov Admission: See website for pricing and special offers. Loch Lomond Leisure

Find us at Luss Pier, G83 8NZ & Rowardennan Hotel, G63 0AR 35881 T: 0333 577 0715 [email protected] www.lochlomond-scotland.com Loch Lomond Leisure have been operating since 2001 and offer a wide range of boating and watersport activities, which are fun for all the family and suitable for all ages. Please visit our website for the full list Ask us where to find of guided tours and activities. scotland’s BEST KEPT SECRETS • Self-drive boat hire • Fishing • Canoe • Kayak • Paddleboard • Bike hire • Waterski • Wakeboard • Speedboat tour

\ Open: Open 7 days at Luss and Rowardennan. Admission: Advance booking is recommended. Please visit our website for more info, photos and pricing. Drummond Castle Gardens, near Crieff

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VISITSCOTLAND.COM accommodation 37 key to costs and symbols GLASGOW oooo Serviced Apartments Map 2 F4 Fraser Suites Glasgow Dbl (90) £80-£240 prpn 4 star luxury serviced apartments located in the heart of Glasgows Fam (8) £130-£410 prpn vibrant Merchant City. noy the freedom of your own studio, one or two nsuite (98) bedroom apartment, along with the comfort of hotel services. 1-19 Albion Street, Glasgow G1 1 T: 0141 553 4288 F: 0141 553 4289 [email protected] EXAMPLE www.glasgow.frasershospitality.com 26779 1Hm∑ñûxkjlu# + © DÇø• Open: All year Facilities symbols These indicate schemes the See facility symbols in table below for an explanation; &©Çƒ+establishmentD may be a member of, and please check at time of booking. These symbols are not verified ∑µ∂πº√DCsignposts•Ç whether they have accessible by VisitScotland. facilities and if they offer short breaks. See pages 21 & 23. Accommodation options and costs Accessible Number in brackets refers to number of rooms/units of that type. Symbol denotes that this establishment Sgl – Single DB&B – Dinner, Bed & pu – per unit offers access, please check with Dbl – Double Breakfast ps – per suite establishment prior to booking. Twn – Twin B&B – Bed & Breakfast so – single occupancy pppn – per person per night Further information Fam – Family RO – room only (breakfast not For further information either visit Ste – Suite prpn – per room per night included) Ensuite/priv facs – www.visitscotland.com or contact the pw – per week please check prior to booking accommodation provider directly.

Facility symbols – please note that you should always check that a particular facility or service is available at the time of booking 1 Ensuite x Telephone # Credit/debit J Property on d Dishwasher ã Electrical bath and/or in bedrooms/ cards accepted working farm/ hook-up points shower for all self catering croft f Freezer available bedrooms unit . Ground floor bedrooms , Pets accepted h Domestic help í Privately- 2 Ensuite bath kTea/coffee available by arrangement owned and/or shower making y Payphone caravans u Passenger lift ù Gaelic language available for some facilities in spoken ë Caravan bedrooms bedrooms ) Non-smoking ^ Four-poster v holiday homes 3 Private R Restaurant beds Hearing loop establishment available bath and/or É Building E Assistance dogs I Not all ç Chemical toilet shower for all X Evening meal properties/ bedrooms available of historic/ ü Short breaks disposal facility literary/ caravans have 4 V Vegetarian available all facilities å Chemical toilet Private bath architectural disposal for and/or shower diets provided interest 0 Ensuite bath ô Eating out motor homes for some S Special diets and/or shower bedrooms G Garden facilities within K Shop within provided room(s) in two miles or W Washbasins Y Open hearth self catering two miles/ Ä Packed lunches meal service mobile food in bedrooms/ fire unit available rooms by arrangement shop calls ` Regular live L Bed linen Å Drying facilities H Hairdryer in r Room service entertainment provided Ü Shop on site bedrooms j on request – F Family rooms Q Gas cylinders for { Full alcohol Leisure free or for hire mTelevision drinks licence/ facilities available exchange refill available licensed bar 8 T Towels � Twin/double s Shower Indoor provided on n No television } Restricted swimming pool rooms available available request – free ° ! Satellite/cable alcohol drinks 9 Outdoor or for hire Alpine sleeping ~ Bath available licence swimming pool platform TV M Additional ] Café/restaurant  Broadband a Lounge : Games room charge for ä Pitches for N Takeaway power/fuel/ touring � WiFi b TV lounge AChildrens’ play heating food available area caravans ñ DVD player § Cycle hire e Smoking rooms g Laundry â Tents welcome available available p Private parking facilities on site nearby ö CD player êMotorhomes � P Porterage q Limited parking w Washing Groups available machine welcome welcome úDisabled � û iPod docking l Laundry service t Tumble dryer Car parking station parking on site adjacent to [ Microwave caravans or tents VISITSCOTLAND.COM 38 accommodation

ABERFOYLE oooo Bed and Breakfast C3 The Bield Sgl from £50 prpn Victorian house in quiet surroundings overlooking the village. Great Dbl (2) from £32.50 pppn walking area. Full breakfast included. Twn (1) from £32.50 pppn Ensuite (3) Trossachs Road, Aberfoyle FK8 3SX T: 01877 382351 M: 0781 887 0979 [email protected] www.thebield.net 78654 1b∑òkpY DC Open: Mar-Oct

ABERFOYLE oooo Bed and Breakfast C3 Corrie Glen Bed & Breakfast Dbl (2) £30-£35 pppn Perfectly situated in The Trossachs National Park with superb views. An Twn (1) £30-£35 pppn ideal place for walking, biking, touring or just relaxing. Come and stay Ensuite (2) Private (1) a while to enjoy all the area has to offer. A warm welcome awaits you! Pauline and Steven Alexander, Corrie Glen, Manse Road, Aberfoyle FK8 3XF T: 01877 382427 [email protected] www.corrieglen.co.uk 85391 24Ham∑VSÄkp.GY πDC Open: Apr-Oct

ABERFOYLE oooo Guest House C3 Craigmore Guest House Sgl (1) £45-£55 prpn Great location for touring. Fantastic local walks and activities. Off road Dbl (4) £55-£75 prpn parking. Ideal for groups of up to 16. Dog friendly. Twn (3) £55-£75 prpn Triple (1) £80-£95 prpn Andrew Malcolm, Doonhill, Manse Road, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3XF Ensuite (8) Private (1) T: 01877 382536 M: 0789 059 6720 [email protected] www.craigmoreguesthouse.com 77898 23Ham∑,VSÄkp.EG Open: All year

ABERFOYLE ooooo Holiday Park C3 Trossachs Holiday Park £190-£655 Per Week Perfect location to enjoy the ‘great outdoors.' Within easy reach of Lodges + Holiday Homes (12) Stirling and Glasgow and the award-winning park nestles on the edge Bedrooms (2-3) of Loch Lomond National Park. Luxurious lodges/holiday homes await Sleeps (5-6) By Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire FK8 3SA T: 01877 382614 F: 01877 382732 [email protected] www.trossachsholidays.co.uk 62150 0WLTH!ñ[dfp,A:.I# DC\ Open: Mar-Feb

ABERFOYLE oo Hotel C3 Rob Roy Hotel Sgl from £45 prpn The Rob Roy Hotel is wonderfully situated in idyllic countryside at the Dbl (45) from £50 prpn gateway to the glorious Trossachs and is set within Scotland’s first Twn (45) from £50 prpn national park. Named after the legendary local folk hero Rob Roy. Fam (4) from £65 prpn Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire FK8 3UX Ensuite (94) T: 01877 382245 F: 01877 382262 [email protected] www.robroyhotel.co.uk 34694 1Hm!∑RXVS{Äkpú`.uE# DC+,\ü Open: All year

ABERFOYLE oooo Self Catering C3 Lomond View Cottage £325-£525 Per Week Extremely cosy & comfortable cottage set on the outskirts of Aberfoyle Cottage (1) village. Set on a quiet forest track with 500km of tracks & trails on your Bedrooms (2) doorstep. An ideal base for touring in The Trossachs or just relaxing. Sleeps (2-4) Pauline & Steven Alexander, c/o Corrie Glen B&B, Manse Road, Aberfoyle FK8 3XF T: 01877 382427 [email protected] www.lomondviewcottage.co.uk 76615 wtHm!∑öñûy[dfpE,G.) ü Open: All year

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ALEXANDRIA oooo Bed and Breakfast B5 Cloudside Bed & Breakfast Sgl £45-£50 prpn We offer a warm and friendly welcome. Quiet surrounds within enclosed Dbl (2) £35-£37 pppn garden, four minutes from Alexandria town centre, 30 minutes from Twn (1) £35-£37 pppn Glasgow Airport and less than 1.5 miles from the shores of Loch Lomond. Ensuite (3) Overton Road, Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire G83 0LJ T: 01389 601588 M: 0785 462 0236 [email protected] www.lochlomondbandb.com 82564 1Ham∑ñöSkp.GY DC Open: All year

ARDEN ooo Hotel B4 Duck Bay Hotel & Marina Suites (4) £99.50-£124.50 pppn Located on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, the perfect location Dbl (15) £64.50-£74.50 pppn whether enjoying a family day out or taking a relaxing break. Rooms Twn (3) £64.50-£74.50 pppn boast breath taking views over the loch and Ben Lomond. Fam (1) £74.50-£84.50 pppn Duck Bay, Arden, Loch Lomond G83 8QZ Ensuite (23) T: 01389 751234 F: 01389 758113 [email protected] www.duckbayhotel.com 23396 1Hm!∑xRXVS{kpúr.# Open: All year

ARDEN oooo Self Catering B4 The Gardeners Cottages £331-£726 Per Week Three holiday rental cottages on shores of Loch Lomond - sleeps either Cottages (3) (4-5) or (2) Each cottage is fully equipped and includes Wi-Fi. Short Bedrooms (1-2) breaks available throughout the year. Sleeps (4-5) Mr A MacLeod, The Gardeners Cottages, Arden House, Arden, Argyll & Bute G83 8RD T: 01389 850601 M: 0777 767 9705 [email protected] www.gardeners-cottages.com 27241 0wtgLTH!∑öñû[fpAG.)# DCü Open: All year

ARDLUI ooo Small Hotel B3 Ardlui Hotel Sgl (1) £39-£60 pppn Set in the heart of Scotland amidst breathtaking scenery of the Loch Dbl (7) £35-£70 pppn Lomond and Trossachs National Park, the Ardlui Hotel captures the Twn (1) £35-£60 pppn essence of Loch Lomond with its easy-going and homely atmosphere. Fam (1) £28-£46 prpn Ardlui, Loch Lomond G83 7EB Ensuite (10) T: 01301 704243 F: 01301 704268 [email protected] www.ardlui.co.uk 12606 1Ham!∑x,RV{Äkpú`rGY# DC\ Open: All year

BALLOCH Guest House B5 Norwood Guest House Dbl (4) £75-£90 prpn A friendly Scottish welcome awaits you at Norwood Guesthouse. Located Ensuite (4) minutes from the shores of Loch Lomond, the National Park and Balloch Country Park, Stirling, Oban and the Trossachs. Glasgow Airport 30 mins. 60 Balloch Road, Balloch, West Dunbartonshire G83 8LQ T: 01389 518144 [email protected] www.norwoodonlochlomond.com 61327 3WHmSÄkql# Open: All year

CALLANDER oooo Guest House D3 Auchenlaich Farmhouse Sgl £50-£70 prpn Traditional guest house. Perfect base for touring Scotland. Dbl/twn (3) £65-£85 prpn Self-catering lodge also available £90-£130. Fam (1) £80-£120 prpn Ensuite (4) Rita Kyle, Keltie Bridge, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8LQ T: 01877 331683 [email protected] www.auchenlaichfarmhouse.co.uk 71722 1Hamb∑ñ,XVSÄkpúAlGJ# ü Open: Feb-Oct

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CALLANDER Guest House D3 Glengarry Guest House Dbl (3) £60-£85 prpn Welcome to Glengarry Guest House. Originally a Victorian Villa built by Twn (1) £60-£80 prpn the Station Master's wife in 1865 as a private residence. The Glengarry Fam (1) £100-£125 prpn is now a Callander Guest House run by the same family since 1983. Ensuite (5) Evelyn Mccroary, Stirling Road, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8DA T: 01877 330216 [email protected] www.glengarry-callander.com 92844 2Ham!∑òñökpú.EGY# ü Open: All year

CALLANDER ooooo Holiday Park D3 Gart Caravan Park Touring Pitches(128) from £26.50 Per Night A peaceful family run park maintained to a very high standard. Serviced hard standings, park wide WiFi, free fishing and modern heated toilet and shower facilities. Stirling Road, Callander, Perthshire FK17 8LE T: 01877 330002 [email protected] www.theholidaypark.co.uk 27321 Kôp…§gÅtwsçåAQãy∑ê,# Open: Apr-Oct

CALLANDER Self Catering D3 Lochview Cottages £200-£600 Per Week Two cottages overlooking Loch Lubnaig and the hills beyond. On the A84, Bedrooms (2 or 3) six miles north of Callander. Good restaurants in the area. Sleeps (3-6)

Drew Little, Riverview Guest House, Leny Road, Callander FK17 8AL T: 01877 330635 [email protected] www.visitcallander.co.uk 13496 wLmb∑[ ü Open: All Year

CRIANLARICH ooo Guest House B2 Glenardran Guest House Sgl (1) from £60 pppn Central village location convenient for shop, pub, restaurants etc. Ideal Dbl (1) £37-£50 pppn base for exploring the area, and discounts available for stays of 3 nights Twn (1) £37-£50 pppn or more. Walkers and bikers welcome. Fam (2) £27-£50 pppn Rod and Andrea Salt, Glenardran, Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8QS Ensuite (5) T: 01838 300236 M: 0738 717 0711 [email protected] www.glenardran.co.uk 27982 1Hm!∑VÄkp# DCü Open: All year

CRIANLARICH ooo Guest House B2 Inverardran House Dbl (2) £32-£40 pppn Family run former hunting lodge, close to Crianlarich. WiFi and ensuite Twn (2) £30-£40 pppn available. Ensuite (3) Private (1)

John Christie, Inverardran Guest House FK20 8QS T: 01838 300240 M: 0797 969 0004 [email protected] www.inverardran.co.uk 31923 24Ham!∑ò,VSÄkplEGJ# ∫∂πDCü Open: All year

DOUNE ooo Inn D3 The Red Lion Inn Dbl (3) £35-£90 prpn At over 200 years old, the Red Lion is a charming village Inn located in the Twn (2) £35-£65 prpn centre of the picturesque village of Doune in central Scotland. The Inn Fam (1) £45-£120 prpn has six bedrooms. Ensuite (6) Mr Jamie Oliver, Balkerach Street, Doune FK16 6DF T: 01786 842066 M: 0776 499 8365 [email protected] www.redlion-doune.com 60156 23WHm∑,RXVS{Äkp^E# ü Open: All year

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DRYMEN ooooo Self Catering C4 Foxglove Cottages £560-£1,358 Per Week King four poster bedroom, sauna, spa bathroom, tranquil private estate. Cottages (3) Bedrooms (1-3) Sleeps (1-8) Drymen, Loch Lomond G63 0DW T: 01360 661128 [email protected] www.foxglovecottages.co.uk 68133 0whLTm!∑öñ[dfp,AGM)# + Open: All year

DRYMEN oooo Self Catering C4 Loaninghead Holidays £350-£999 Per Week 3 self catering houses. Fantastic views of rolling country. Apple House: 5 Apartment (1) persons, 3 bedrooms. Stables Cottage: 4 persons, 2 bedrooms. Bothy Bedrooms (1) Apartment: 2 persons. Sleeps (2) Mabeth Paterson, Balfron Station, Glasgow G63 0SE T: 01360 440432 M: 0776 932 4251 [email protected] www.loaninghead.co.uk 70294 0wtLTH!∑öñû[dfpG.M)# ü Open: All year

GARTMORE Bed and Breakfast C4 Gartmore B&B Sgl (1) £45 prpn A warm welcome awaits you, at our peaceful location in an area of Dbl (1) £70 prpn outstanding beauty within the National Park. Twn (1) £70 prpn Fam (1) £90-£100 prpn Janet, Sealladh Breagha, Gartmore FK8 3RP Ensuite (4) T: 01877 382241 M: 0792 183 4113 [email protected] www.gartmorebnb.co.uk 87608 1Ham!∑ñûkpYJ Open: All year

GARTOCHARN ooo Self Catering C4 Tighbeag Holiday Cottage £420-£525 Per Week One bedroomed cottage ideal for a weekend break or longer. Located in Cottage (1) Gartocharn, a small village on the east side of Loch Lomond in the Bedrooms (1) grounds of the owner’s property. Sleeps (2) Benview, Main Street, Gartocharn, West Dunbartonshire G83 8RX T: 01389 830274 [email protected]

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HELENSBURGH ooo Self Catering B4 Tolsta £350 Per Week Spacious first floor flat in quiet location overlooking Clyde estuary. Ideal Flat (1) for exploring the west of Scotland. Direct rail link to Edinburgh. Bedrooms (3) Sleeps (5) Isabel Slack, 8 Middleton Drive, Craigendoran, Helensburgh G84 7BE T: 01436 678538 M: 0775 693 1697 [email protected] www.tolstahol.co.uk 61425 wtHm∑ñ[dfpGY) ü Open: All year

KILLIN ooo Inn C2 Bridge of Lochay Hotel Sgl (1) £60 pppn Truly relax here with real log fires, great food and hospitality. Dbl/twn £60-£67.50 prpn Dbl (5) £60-£67.50 pppn Twn (5) £60-£67.50 pppn Amanda Clark, Aberfeldy Road, Killin, Stirlingshire FK21 8TS Fam (2) £67.50-£97.50 pppn T: 01567 820272 F: 01567 820080 Ensuite (13) reservations@bridgeoflochay.co.uk www.bridgeoflochay.co.uk 89042 1Ham∑ñ,RVS{ÄkpAEGYÉ# DCÇ Open: All year

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KILLIN Self Catering C2 Killin Highland Lodges £245-£1,000 Per Week Overlooking Killin, these comfortable and well equipped lodges have the Lodges (12) scenic views of the Munros around Loch Tay. Perfect for mountaineers, Bedrooms (1-4) hikers, dog walkers and ideally placed for fishing, golf and watersports. Sleeps (1-8) Ian Gardiner, Aberfeldy Road, Killin, Perthshire FK21 8TX T: 01567 820334 [email protected] www.killinhighlandlodges.co.uk

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LOCH NESS oooo Hotel Lovat Loch Ness Dbl/twn (21) £90-£360 prpn This independently owned hotel offers comfort, luxury and unique Dbl (5) £70-£150 prpn Highland hospitality. The hotel holds 4 stars and 3 rosettes for its Twn (1) £70-£150 prpn creative dining experience in the award winning restaurant. Fam (1) £100-£230 prpn Loch Ness, Fort Augustus PH32 4DU Ensuite (28) T: 01456 490000 F: 01320 366667 [email protected] www.thelovat.com 36465 1H!∑,RS{ÄkplrP.uGYÉ# ©DC Open: All year (exc. early Jan)

LOCHEARNHEAD ooo Self Catering C2 Lochside Cottages £170-£850 Per Week Beautifully situated chalets and cottages overlooking Loch Earn with easy Chalet (9) access to the loch. Central for touring, golf and walking. Good local Bedrooms (2-3) pubs with bar food. Sleeps (2-6) Mr Angus Cameron, Lochside Cottages, Lochearnhead, Perthshire FK19 8PT T: 01567 830268 M: 0771 136 8649 [email protected] www.lochsidecottages.net 36146 0wtLTmñ[púE,G.M)# DCü Open: All year

OLD KILPATRICK Self Catering C5 Gavinburn Cottages £250-£900 Per Week Located 15 minutes from Loch Lomond and Glasgow and set high in the Cottages (5) Kilpatrick Hills with stunning views. These five cottages offer everything Bedrooms (11) for a perfect and luxurious holiday. Sleeps (22) High Gavinburn, Old Kilpatrick, by Glasgow G60 5HW T: 01389 841815 M: 0796 797 3889 [email protected] www.gavinburncottages.com 27413 gLTHm∑ñû[dfpúAGY.ÉJ) ü Open: All year

TYNDRUM ooo Self Catering B2 Burnbrae Cottage £300-£450 Per Week Cottage with superb mountain views within walking distance of shops and Cottage (1) train. Bedrooms (2) Sleeps (4-5) Mrs Rena Baillie, T: 01838 400309 [email protected] www.tyndrumselfcatering.co.uk 67877 0wtLT!∑ñ[fp,G.) Open: All year

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Cloudside Bed & Breakfast We offer a warm and friendly welcome. Quiet surrounds within enclosed garden, four minutes from Alexandria town centre, 30 minutes from Glasgow Airport and just over a mile from the shores of Loch Lomond Overton Road, Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire G83 0LJ      

                                                
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