The sun does not always shine in Scotland, everybody knows that. That is why you need to make the most of those bright summer days, and we have just the thing for you. Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, near Aberfoyle, is the perfect place for a relaxing day to reconnect with nature. Get away from busy…
It is that time of the year when clans get together for a day of celebrations. Last year we headed to Lochearnhead for the annual Highland Games (read the blog here), and this year we decided to travel to Callander where their very own Games took place again after a break last year. Here’s what…
The “Heart 200” is a new driving route following the success of the popular “Northcoast 500” in the north of Scotland. The route passes through stunning scenery, with the rolling hills and farms of Perthshire and the rugged lochs and glens of the Trossachs. It also includes the cities of Stirling and Perth. We have…
The perfect destination for a fun day trip during your holiday, Dundee is a lovely little city about an hour’s drive from most of our cottages. The home of “jute, jam and journalism” is becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations thanks to its fascinating history, lively city centre and numerous museums and attractions.…
With the lovely weather we are having this summer, here is an idea for what to do during your holiday. If you’ve never tried canoeing and you love a challenge, now is the best time. In Your Element offer canoeing at Loch Lubnaig, with two-person canoes it’s a great idea for birthdays, hen parties, team…
Bo’ness Station is a lovingly preserved monument to Scotland’s industrial heritage and a great day out for all ages. The station consists of a single platform and track from which regular steam train journeys take passengers on a one hour round trip up the tracks to Manuel Station. The station, tracks and trains, are maintained…
Stunning scenery, historical sites and family-friendly activities. The small town of Comrie, in Perthshire, truly has everything you could need for the perfect holiday. Here is a list of activities and places to visit during your stay. Comrie Golf Club Feeling competitive? Head out to Comrie Golf Club for a friendly game with your family…
Once again we are approaching the longest day and shortest night of the year, for centuries a cause for celebration among many populations. Just like most pagan rites, this tradition also seems to have gotten lost over time and it is only kept alive in certain parts of the UK. Here is what we know…
You may have heard about Escape Rooms in the past few years or so, as they seem to be the latest growing trend to sweep the nation, and indeed the world. Like myself you may be intrigued at the idea, but at the same time wonder what it’s all about, where did the idea come…
Tyndrum is a quiet rural village on the road north into the Scottish highlands. Surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery, it is popular with walkers looking to bag a couple of munros or explore the West Highland Way that runs through the village. But Tyndrum is also known for the hidden treasures that lie under these…