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What's on in and around Loch Lomond, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh in the heart of Scotland
June 2013
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31st May to Sunday 23rd June 2013
West End Festival, Glasgow
Having started off as a small local festival centred around Byres Road, this has now grown over the past 12 years to become one of the biggest cultural events in Glasgow's calendar.
Saturday 1st June 2013
Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games
The Helensburgh & Lomond Highland Games are one of the first games of the year and this year they will be held at Ardencaple Field which is next to the Ardencaple Hotel in Rhu
Tuesday 4th/Friday 14th/Wednesday 19th/Thursday 27th June 2013
Island Hopping Full Day Canoeing Trip
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
Saturday 8th June 2013
Bearsden & Milngavie Highland Games
West of Scotland Football Club, Milngavie. Events include running, heavy weights, wrestling and Highland dancing.
Saturday 8th June 2013
Dragon Boat Challenge Balloch Country Park
Dragon boating is a fun filled, adrenaline pumping, water sports event where teams race their dragons in a series of timed races. Ideal for experienced crews and complete beginners alike – from age 12 upwards – boats and full training are provided. All you need is fifteen colleagues, friends or relatives, a desire to help a great cause with fancy dress optional!
The day is all about team building and competition, with each team getting a guaranteed three timed races in the qualifying rounds. Music, running commentary and leader board updates throughout the day add to the excitement and amazing atmosphere, which culminates in a grand final and awards ceremony. To register your team for this truly unique day out, give us a call on 0141 352 5000 Entry fee per boat is £500 and minimum sponsorship per boat is £1,000 (approx. £70 per person). Your company can also sponsor a boat for the day for an extra £300. …. Will you be our Dragon Boat Champion of 2013?
Sunday 9th June
Luss Open Water Swim Festival
Luss Beach, Loch Lomond - 8.00am to 2.00pm
Loch Lomond is the largest body of freshwater in mainland Britain. An excellent location to enjoy Open Water Swimming. The event will include1k and 2k swims. Cost 1k £24, 2k £26
Date TBC
The Killearn Hoolie
Date TBC
Vale of Leven Polaroid 10k
Biggest and best road race series in the UK. For more information visit www.polaroid-10k.co.uk
Date TBC
Loch Lomond Polariod 5K Fun Run
Starting and finishing at Loch Lomond shores. Race starts 10:15 am. For more information visit www.polaroid-10k.co.uk
Date TBC
Duntreath Castle - Garden Show
Blanefield
Attention all Gardners! The Duntreath Castle Garden Show will be held at the home of Sir Archie & Lady Edmonstone and is in aid of several charities - From 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Date TBC
Caledonian Challenge
Wednesday 5th/Thursday 13th/Saturday 15th/Sunday 16th/Sunday 23rd/Friday 28th/Sunday 30th June 2013
Views from the Loch 2-Hour Canoe Trip
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 2.30pm from the beach at Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
Booking essential. Age 5+ Adults £40, children £35
Visit Can You Experience for more details
Dates TBC
Loch Stock at Rowardennan - Scotland's Wakeboard Tour. Coaching, Competition, demos, Live DJ's and more!
Family Art Days
art4youscotland
Family Art Days: ad-hoc dates on enquiry.
19th - 30th June 2013
Edinburgh International Film Festival
20th -23rd June 2013
Royal Highland Show
Royal Highland Centre - Edinburgh
26th -30th June 2013
Glasgow International Jazz Festival
Breaking out of Glasgow to the Loch with great bands for all tastes. Daytime performances free.
Boat and Bike Hire - Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm on the beach at Loch Lomond shores, Balloch
Pedal boats and bikes available daily, canoes, pedal boats and bikes for hire on weekends and school holidays. Bike hire from age 12 months +. For more information and bookings contact info@canyouexperience.com
Sunday 30th June 2013
Walk for Whales
A 5 mile, family friendly walk from SEA Life Centre Loch Lomond
Milton Inn Dumbarton
Karaoke/Disco
Every Weekend
Sing and Dance the night away!
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
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)
