A Day at Go Ape

I hope everyone has been enjoying the lovely summer weather so far! Now that lockdown restrictions have eased, why not try out a fun, thrill based activity with your friends and family. We at Cooper Cottages decided on embark on an adventure amongst the trees by visiting Go Ape at Aberfoyle. Go Ape is an…

Battle of Homildon Hill 1402

In the next chapter of the Scottish History series, we take a look at the Battle of Homildon Hill in 1402. During the time leading to the repudiation of the Truce of Leulinghem, both Kingdoms began to raid the other. On 22 June 1402, a small force backed by the Scots government, returning from one such…

Solo Travel in Callander

Have you looked into solo travel in the UK? The pandemic has affected everyone differently and some people might feel safer or interested in solo travel this year. Scotland is ideal for solo travel due to the various small towns close to nature where you get the best of both worlds and still enjoy time…

A Day at Loch Earn Wakeschool

All summer the sun has been shining and so what better way to make great memories than by doing fun, water based activities by the lochside! We at Cooper Cottages spent the day in beautiful Lochearnhead, more specifically at the Loch Earn Wakeschool – a fantastic water sports centre with a diverse range of fun…