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What's on in and around Loch Lomond, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh in the heart of Scotland
August 2012
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1st August 2012
Killin Highland Games 2012
Breadalbane Park, Killin
Parade from the Falls of Dochart 1.00pm.
Events start from about 10am
Island Hopping Full Day Canoeing Trip
Friday 3rd ,Sunday 19th, & Tues 28th August
Learn the basic paddling strokes and enjoy a full day paddling and exploring Loch Lomond’s wonderful islands - take a picnic, stop and swim, stroll up to an island’s summit for magnificent panoramic views, bathe on a secluded beach - an unforgettable day out!
Departs from Luss beach 10.30am-4.30pm
Booking essential. Age 12+ Adults £65, children £55
Visit Can You Experience for more details
3 - 27 August 2012
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is one of the most exciting Arts Festivals in the world. Three weeks of outstanding performances from the worlds greatest artists, orchestras and companies.
5th August 2012
Bridge of Allan Highland Games
Games Park, Bridge of Allan
Highland games with running, cycling, heavy events, light field events, Highland dancing and wrestling. In excess of 50 pipe bands anticipated, with a Massed Pipe Band finale. Bridge of Allan is one of Scotland's premier Highland Games attracting crowds of between 10,000 and 15,000. Tel: 01786 832682 sandynicol44@tiscali.co.uk
Piping Live! Glasgow International Piping Festival 2012
6th -12th August 2012
Piping Live festival began in 2004. It features some of the biggest names in Scottish and international piping, in outdoor spaces and venues throughout Glasgow. Visit the website
9th August - 2nd September 2012
Edinburgh International Festival
The Edinburgh International Festival is one of the most exciting Arts Festivals in the world. Three weeks of outstanding performances from the worlds greatest artists, orchestras and companies.
Views from the Loch 2-Hour Canoe Trip 2012
Fri 10th Aug @ 10.30am and Tues 21st Aug @ 2.30pm,
Be introduced to canoeing and paddling then set out on a scenic trip along the west shore of the Loch - a truly unforgettable experience!
Departs 10.30am from the beach at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
Booking essential. Age 5+ Adults £40, children £35
Visit Can You Experience for more details
Sat 11th Aug 2012
Ardlui Hotel Annual Highland Games
Music playing from 7pm till late
Folk Band Urban Natives & Resident Guitarist Dave Rolo
HELD ON BEACH THEN PUBLIC & LOUNGE BARS
The annual contest between Ardlui & Beinglass – a very casual highland games (all just a bit of fun) where anyone can join in, kiddies, ladies and lads alike! BBQ & beer tent. All welcome.
Please note, this is not a serious highland games but a wee fun day with the locals!
11th August 2012
World Pipe Band Championships
Glasgow Green, Glasgow
Pipe bands from across the globe compete. Tel: 0141 221 5414
23rd -25th August 2012
Cowal Highland Gathering
Dunoon Stadium, Dunoon 09.00-18.00
Traditional Highland gathering which includes the World Highland dancing championships, Cowal pipe band championships, solo piping competition, heavy athletics and wrestling competitions as well as a Ceilidh tent. Adult £6-£12, Child £1-£2, Concessions (Saturday only) £8 Tel: 01369 703206 Email: info@cowalgathering.com
Friday 24 August 2012
Plod Trossachs, Aberfoyle
The 50km trek gets underway, in torchlight, near the pretty village of Aberfoyle at midnight on 24th August and takes you through some of the most challenging and breathtaking landscapes the Trossachs has to offer. After watching the sun rise, you will push on, through the next day, to the finish line to complete an adventure you will never forget. All of this is played out against the awesome backdrop of lochs, glens and majestic mountains. This circular hike will take you along tracks and paths, through glens, along rivers and burns, past mountains and lochs including, Loch Drunkie, Loch Achray and Loch Venachar, through the village of Brig o' Turk and sections of the Rob Roy Way. This team-challenge is one not to be missed!
The Wallace Monument Stirling
From April to September the Wallace Monument by Stirling holds live performances by costumed actors – bringing Sir William Wallace and the characters of his time to life. Listen to the story of The Battle of Stirling Bridge, or even have your photograph taken with a Scottish warrior from the 14th Century! Presentations take place between 11.15am and 3.30pm each day on Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays (and at weekends only from October until December, and during February and March).
Scottish Farmers' Markets at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
1st and 3rd Sundays of each month
Perhaps the most panoramic situation of any market in Scotland. Featuring around 30 regular stallholders ranging from cheese and chocolate makers through to producers of organic eggs, beef, lamb, pork, home made soup, smoked foods, seafood, jams, confectionery and home baking. Entry to the Farmers’ Market is free. Open 10 am till 3.30 pm.
Live Music Loch Lomond
Regular Live Music at the Drovers Inn, Ardlui
Scottish Castles : Historic Scotland
There are many famous Scottish Castles in central Scotland. Check out what special events they are hosting this season.
Edinburgh Castle
Balloch Castle
Stirling Castle
Mugdock Castle and Country Park
Local Tourist Information Centres
Aberfoyle - 08707 200604 (Open April-October)
Balloch - 08707 200607 (Open April-October)
Callander - 08707 200628 (Open March-December)
Drymen - 08707 200611 (Open May to September)
Dumbarton - 08707 200612 (Open all year)
Helensburgh - 08707 200615 (Open April-October)
Killin - 08707 200627 (Open March-October)
Stirling - 08707 200621 (Open all year)
Tarbet - 08707 200623 (Open April-October)
Tyndrum - 08707 200626 (Open April-October)
