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What's on in and around Loch Lomond, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh in the heart of Scotland
October 2012
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Sat 27th October 2012
Ardlui Hotel Halloween Party
Fancy Dress & Prizes for best costumes
Music playing from 10pm-3am
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Nuts About Squirrels
David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre, Aberfoyle
Come along and celebrate Red Squirrel Week with Forestry Commission and National Park Rangers. Find out more about our bushy-tailed friends and take part in squirrel-related activities for all the family. Join us on guided walks to look for squirrel signs and visit a viewing hide where we may be lucky enough to see some of these elusive creatures. Outdoor waterproof clothing required. Binoculars recommended. Walk is approx 2km (1 mile) long. Sorry no dogs permitted on the walk. Booking not required. Small charge for some craft activities. 11:00 - 16:00.
Deer Rut Weekend
David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
Enjoy a minibus excursion into the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park with our Forest Ranger to experience the sights and sounds of the autumn rut. The event involves hill walking requiring a reasonable level of fitness, walking boots and waterproofs are essential. Refreshments will be available on return. Remember to bring binoculars. Booking essential, please call 01877 382258 Cost £12 per person, Concession/Children £10. Children must be aged over 10 and accompanied by an adult.
Rally of Scotland
Pay for the day. £10 per car. For more details visit www.rallyofscotland.com
Autumn Moonwatch
David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
National Park Rangers & The Stirling Astronomical Society have joined forces to bring you a magical moonlit evening. There'll be talks, activities & displays explaining the secrets of the Moon. If its a clear night, we'll also gaze at our brillliant dark sky through telescopes. Booking essential, call Suzanne 01389 722104
Forest Wildlife Walk
David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle 11:00 - 16:00
Details to be confirmed.
Hallowe'en Party Night
David Marshall Lodge, Aberfoyle
Join in the fun & frolics at this year's Alien Encounters themed Hallowe'en party night. Prizes for best costume. Bring a torch. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited tickets £5, under 5s free - Book early to avoid disappointment. Tel: 01877 382258
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)
