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What's on in and around Loch Lomond, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh in the heart of Scotland
September 2012
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Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd September 2012
Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival
Lomond Shores Balloch 10am – 6pm
This amazing event is now running for its 7th year! Already we have some fabulous food providers booked in for you to come and visit - have you tried the award winning pies from Skinners Butchers? They are here for the weekend with absolutely mouthwatering pies and meats. What about the Scottish venison from Winston Churchill? And cakes....dont even get us started on them. The Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival is a celebration and demonstration of great Scottish cooking and excellent produce from both within Scotland's first National Park, and throughout Scotland. From the farmers to the chefs, the Festival will whet your appetite by tasting and selling game and fresh fish, tasty soups and bread, succulent roast meat and vegetables, and washing it down with tasty beer and whisky.
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.
Sat 22nd Sept 2012
Live Music at the Ardlui Hotel
Enjoy the September Bank Holiday wity Music playing from 10pm-2am
Resident Guitarist Dave Rolo
Held in the Public Bar
Saturday 22nd September
Views from the Loch 2-Hour Canoe Trip 2012
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
The Battle of Stirling Bridge
Annual commemoration of the Battle of Stirling Bridge - March from Stirling Castle to the bridge, gather on castle esplanade at 6.45pm. All welcome. Also a brilliant event to just watch!
Date to be confirmed
Trossachs Classic Car Run
View classic cars as they tour the Trossachs in the fith annual National Park Classic Car Run organised by the Caledonian Motor Sports Club. Details to follow.
28th - 30th September 2012
Callander Jazz and Blues Festival 2012
The 7th annual Callander Jazz and Blues Festival is once again fast approaching and as always will offer a long weekend of superb music. We are looking forward to a very lively festival weekend.
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)
