| Thirty
minute boat cruises are available from Luss Pier, whilst Cruise
Loch Lomond operates from Tarbet a little way to
the north. At the south end, in Balloch, both Mullen's Cruises
and Sweeney's
Cruises sail Loch Lomond; meanwhile from Balmaha,
over on the east shore, you can take the Mailboat cruise round
the Islands, stopping off on Inchmurrin
island for lunch at the Inchmurrin Hotel on certain days of
the week. Water skiing is popular around the Duck Bay Marina
area of the Loch. Tuition is available during the summer season. |
Alternatively,
you might opt to take a cruise on the Waverley,
the world's last sea-going paddle steamer. On Saturdays, the
Waverley cruises to Rothesay and the Kyles of Bute, with time
ashore at Tighnabruaich;
On Thursdays, the paddle steamer journeys to Rothesay,
Millport
and Brodick
on the beautiful island
of Arran, known as "Scotland in miniature."
Additional cruise destinations include Pladda
and the Holy
Isle.
Both cruises can be booked at the Tourist Information Centre,
Helensburgh or you can take your chances on the day. Recent
experience has shown that having a pre-booked ticket is the
best bet! |
What
is mountainboarding ?
A cross between snowboarding and skateboarding. Big in the US
and growing fast in Europe. Try it once - you're hooked
Who is it for ?
Mountainboarding varies from serious downhill and freestyle
to recreational fun on the beginners' slopes. All ages from
8 upwards pick it up in no time. If you're a skater, surfer
or snowboarder, you'll have a head start. If not, our ATBA qualified
instructors will get you going.
click
here for more info ........... |
Inveraray
- 1 Hour drive
The following website
will give you a taste of the many and varied things to see and
do in Inveraray Jail. Inveraray Castle situated in Inveraray
Argyll Scotland - This magnificentand historic Scottish castle
is home to the Clan Campbell. click
here for more info.
The Oyster bar, Shop and Smokehouse are housed in a former cattle
byre beside the Inveraray Road at the foot of Glen Fyne. click
here for more info ........... |
Oban
- 2 Hour drive through stunning scenery
Sealife Centre - a favourite with children
Oban Wildlife
Park Oban Rare Breeds Farm Park - a great day out
for the family
Oban Town - place to catch ferries to the Isles |
Crianlarich
- 45 mins drive.
Small highland village from where to take the road to Killin
past the impressive Falls
of Dochart. For keen walkers, the place to climb
is Ben More. Nice journey along the west bank of Loch Lomond
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Stirling
- 1 Hour drive
Beautiful historic
town. Stirling has a wide range of visitor attractions
to offer. It has a rich heritage, including some of Scotland's
most important historical sites. Landmarks include the famous
Wallace Monument, Stirling Castle and the Bannockburn Heritage
Centre.
Stirling
Castle is the most strategically important of all
the castles in Scotland. Hence it has been fought over and changed
hands more than any other Scottish castle. It is at the landward
end of the Firth of Forth, and controls movement across the
Lowlands and into the Highlands. He who controlled Stirling,
effectively controlled Scotland
Wallace Monument - climb it for stunning views
Nice drive there passing through Buchlyvie, the ideal place
to stop for tea |
Callander
1.5 hours drive
Small highland town with a nice atmosphere Nice walk over the
hills to Bracklin Falls close to Balquidder and its associations
with Rob Roy. Callander lies just south of Highland Perthshire
by the River Teith and is gateway to Balquhidder and Rob Roy
country. It has developed into a tourism centre. click
here for more info ........... |
Balloch
- 20 min drive
Balloch Castle Country Park provides scenic walks above the
south end of Loch Lomond
The village of Balloch is at the beginning of Loch Lomond. With
it's easy access to local transport it is great for those who
like to shop click
here for more info ........... |
Luss
Village - 10 Mins.
Scene of STV's High Road programme. Picturesque village with
shop, milk bar, coffee house, two pubs and the church of St
MacKessog. Luss is an attractive conservation village which
lies on the western shore of Loch Lomond, which is the largest
freshwater loch in Scotland. click
here for more info ........... |
Campsie
Glen & Clachan of Campsie - 1 to 1.5 hours
drive
Well worth a visit: the beauty of the Glen and the hills above
are an attraction in themselves. However, if you are interested
in your past, this is the area to see clearly how the Campsies
were laid down by volcanic action over different periods.
click
here for more info ........... |
Antonine
Wall
The Roman Wall which stretches right across Central Scotland
is near to us and sites of Roman forts can be seen locally.
click
here for more info ........... |
Forth
and Clyde Canal
There are pleasant walks along its banks, and at the Falkirk
end can be seen the amazing boat lift - a wheel which transfers
boats from one canal level to another, thus doing away with
several locks.click
here for more info .......... |
Glengoyne
Distillery
See how the favourite Scottish "tipple" is distilled
- and taste it! Glengoyne is unique. The distillery, the whisky
and the people. Come on in and have a look. click
here for more info |
The
Trossachs
Visit beautiful Rob Roy country: Sail on Loch Katrine on the
SS. Sir Walter Scott (and see the Clan McGregor graveyard):
Travel on to Callander where there is much to see and do,
including the Rob Roy and Trossachs Visitor Centre. click
here for more info
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Visit
Historic Stirling
Stirling is called the Gateway to the Highlands and the centre
of Braveheart Country.
See the Bannockburn Memorial, Stirling Castle, Wallace Monument,
the Old Jail and many other visitor attractions. |
Falkirk
- 1.5 hour drive
The town is well worth a visit and the restoration of Callander
House is magnificent! Walk in and view working Victorian Kitchens!
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Glasgow
- 1hour drive
Scotland's largest city which is simply bursting with things
to do and see - Architecture: Murder/Ghost Walks: Open topped
bus tours of the city: Museums: Art Galleries: Cinemas: Theatres:
Parks and River Clyde Walkway. |
Edinburgh
Scotland's Capital and home of the Tattoo offers many visitor
attractions. The Royal Mile: Holyrood House: Scottish Parliament:
Edinburgh Castle: National History Museum, Murder/Ghost Walks:
etc.
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