As a continuation of the Scottish history series, this week we will be delving into the battle of Stirling Bridge, 17 years prior to the battle of Bannockburn. Pre-Battle In the year 1297, Scotland found itself under the rule of English King Edward I after a provoked invasion in 1296. While the Scottish King…
It is the most wonderful time of the year again! We can all agree 2020 was not a typical year, however, we can all keep our Christmas spirits up! Gift-giving is a great opportunity to end the year by remembering our loved ones and get busy with wrapping some presents. We at Cooper Cottages have come…
On this week’s blog, I decided to make a return to the holiday photography series. However, alternatively to advice on actually capturing the image, I thought I could share with you some of the best locations to set up and apply your skills. Specifically in and around Killin and Loch Tay. Cooper Cottages offers a…
Looking into going away but don’t know where to start? Creating the holiday you’ve always wanted is easy! We’ve made a short guide for you to help you personalise your holiday and make the most of it! Time frame When do you want to go on a trip? You can pick the time you prefer…
Previously on the Cooper Cottages Blog, I talked about my ‘Top 3 Tips for Holiday Photography’. I covered simple tricks such as Lighting, the Rule of Two Thirds and Post Processing that anyone could use to fully capture the beauty of their next holiday – using just their smartphone. However, This week, I thought I…
Now that lockdown restrictions have eased and our daily lives are slowly returning to normal, what better way to take advantage of this opportunity than by booking a weekend getaway! Whether you are familiar with booking at one of our beautiful accommodations or you are new to the whole process, here are a few top…
This month is all about colours and nature. If nature inspires you as it inspires us, then you will be just as excited as we are about Autumn. Nature brings out our creativity in so many different ways. Every person has their own way to express themself and that is the beauty of being creative.…
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…