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What's on in and around Loch Lomond, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh in the heart of Scotland
February 2012
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7 January – 16 February
Date: 50 at the Lillie, Lillie Art Gallery, Milngavie
2012 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Lillie Art Gallery and to celebrate we’re displaying 50 works from the permanent collection and 50 works by Robert Lillie. Robert Lillie was an amateur artist, banker and founder member of Milngavie Art Club. His bequest allowed for the building and furnishing of the Lillie Art Gallery which was formally opened on 31 March 1962.
Wednesday 1st February
Village Inn, Arrochar
Quiz Night with Alex Clarke
Thursday 2nd - Sunday 5th February
The Scottish Caravan and Outdoor Leisure Show
SECC Glasgow
Saturday 4th February
Tullie Inn, Balloch
Executives from 9.30pm
Saturday 4th February - Sunday 18th March
Scottish Snowdrop Festival
Enjoy the Scottish Snowdrop Festival and find time to head outdoors and marvel at these beautiful little plants, set against the backdrop of some of Scotland's most captivating castles, gardens and stately homes in this area.
Tuesday 14th February - St Valentines Day
Enjoy a Valentines dinner in one of our Loch Lomond restaurants
or check out our Loch Lomond Romantic Breaks
Valentine Breaks on Loch Lomond
Tullie Inn, Balloch
Valentines Day Set Menu
Village Inn, Arrochar
Valentines Night Set Menu
Friday 17th - Sunday 19th February
Tullie Inn, Balloch
Tullie Inn's 10th Birthday celebrations - see our website for more details
Tuesday 21st February
Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day)
Wednesday 22nd February
Ash Wednesday
Friday 24th February
Village Inn, Arrochar
Folk Night from 9pm
25 February – 23 March
Bearsden Art Club at the Lillie Art Gallery, Milngavie
A popular annual exhibition of new work by local artists in various mediums, exploring the subjects of landscape, still life and the human figure.
Monday 27th February
Village Inn, Arrochar
Psychic Night from 7.30pm. Tickets £6
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
Saturday 11th February
Tullie Inn, Balloch
Live band - Man from Delmonte. Starts 9.30pm
Saturday 25th February
Village Inn, Arrochar
Live band - White Rose. Starts 9pm
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)
