What’s happening

ASVA announces launch date for sector-led Quality Assurance Scheme

On Monday 14 April, Scotland’s visitor attractions will have a Quality Assurance Scheme developed by the sector, for the sector! This not-for-profit scheme is designed to be affordable, relevant and sector specific. It supports attractions of all sizes in delivering world-class visitor experiences, with assessment based on evidence-led criteria shaped by the industry.

NEW FESTIVAL ALERT! Loch Lomond Unplugged set to put the spotlight on Scotland’s buskers!

Loch Lomond Shores are delighted to announce an exciting new FREE festival that will take place on the 24th and 25th May this year.  Loch Lomond Unplugged will showcase talented and passionate buskers and singer/songwriters of all ages, whose dream is to be Scotland’s next big thing and also feature performances by successful artists Ben Walker and Kyle Falconer.

Foodies alert! Loch Lomond Springfest is back

Loch Lomond Springfest, one of Scotland’s biggest FREE food festivals, is back on the 5th and 6th April at Loch Lomond Shores with a fantastic line up of food and drink producers, chef demonstrations, foraging workshops and mocktail & cocktail classes, as well as children’s entertainment and much more.

Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) Marks 40th Anniversary with Free Entry for Doors Open Days

The Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) gets set to welcome everyone with free entry on Saturday 14 September in celebration of this year’s Doors Open Days and the 40th anniversary of the family-friendly attraction. Visitors can explore the Museum on Castle Street, Dumbarton, between 10am - 3pm and discover more about the world-famous Victorian shipbuilder William Denny whose shipyard once stood on the spot the Museum occupies today.

A Culinary Journey with Rohan Wadke

Embark on a culinary adventure led by Cameron House chef, Rohan Wadke, acclaimed star of MasterChef: The Professionals.

After Popularity of First "Brew & Blether" Event Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) Announces Second Event and Plans for Denny Shipyard Exhibition!

After the popularity of the first free ‘Brew & Blether’ drop-in, the Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) has announced a second event later this month and plans to showcase everyone’s stories in an upcoming exhibition. The second ‘Brew & Blether’ will take place between 11.30am – 1pm on Thursday 25 July at the Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) on Castle Street, Dumbarton. 

Summerfest family fun. FREE family festival at Loch Lomond Shores returns on 6th and 7th July

Summerfest family fun. FREE family festival at Loch Lomond Shores returns on 6th and 7th July

A new pilot bus service connecting The Trossachs

Launch of the new Trossachs Explorer bus service

Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) Seeks Help Identifying Faces in Denny Shipyard Photos

Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) Seeks Help Identifying Faces in Denny Shipyard Photos

Secrets, Stories and Summer Serves at Scotland’s Most Beautiful Distillery

Glengoyne Distillery has announced a new summer exclusive experience taking place throughout July.

Down on the Farm for Scottish Agritourism Month

As we approach the end of the celebrations for Scottish Agritourism month, we’ve got the scoop straight from the fields, courtesy of two Love Loch Lomond members. Thanks to Lennox of Lomond and Portnellan Farm for contributing to this blog and for all the hard work and enthusiasm that these family agritourism businesses continue to develop, and share with us.

SHELL-EBRATE WORLD TURTLE DAY AT SEA LIFE LOCH LOMOND

In honour of World Turtle Day (23rd May), SEA LIFE Loch Lomond has shed light on the care and conservation work that goes into safeguarding the flippered sea creatures.

POSTPONED:  Springfest on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th April Loch Lomond Shores 1st festival of the year now rescheduled to 18th & 19th May

POSTPONED:  Springfest on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th April Loch Lomond Shores 1st festival of the year now rescheduled to 18th & 19th May This year’s Springfest, set to take place this weekend, has been postponed due to forecasted high winds. 

New Exhibition at The Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) Celebrates the Remarkable History of Lighthouses and the Life of their Keepers

The Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank) celebrates the remarkable history of lighthouses, their keepers and the engineers who made them possible, with a fascinating new exhibition, ‘Following the Lights’. The exhibition, which is now on show at the Museum on Castle Street, Dumbarton, charts Britain’s iconic lighthouse design through centuries of innovation from the first lighthouse in 1635 to the 1821 Fresnel lens - ‘the invention that saved a million ships’ – and the use of solar energy today. ‘Following the Lights’ also offers visitors a unique insight into the working life of lighthouse keepers.

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Loch Lomond Shores photography competition back again this winter

Loch Lomond Shores offers a great place for amateur photographers to take amazing and inspiring pictures of this iconic Scottish loch and its surroundings.  Which is exactly why our annual photography competition has proved so popular in previous years. The competition will run from 22nd January until 19th February with amateur photographers invited to come along and take photographs anywhere at Loch Lomond Shores to then submit these for the chance to win a great prize.

Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival is back – bigger and better!

Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival is back – bigger and better! Loch Lomond Shores is hosting its fantastic FREE Christmas festival on the 2nd and 3rd December from 10am to 5pm and bringing family festive cheer to visitors looking for a great day out to get them in that festive frame of mind! With lots of family and children’s funfair rides, including a magical carousel; a huge array of stalls with great gift ideas, fresh produce and much more; a stage packed with live entertainment throughout; lots of delicious hot food takeaway; children’s entertainers and more, it’s the perfect festive family day out!

🍁🍂Fall in Love with Autumn Breaks at Loch Lomond!🍂🍁

Adventure awaits you and your loved ones at the spectacular Loch Lomond this autumn/winter season!  Get #cosynotbored with our TOP FIVE Autumn Break Offers!

Some of Scotland’s most iconic heritage sites set to offer free admission this winter

Some of Scotland’s most iconic heritage sites, such as Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle, Dumbarton Castle, Doune Castle, and Duff House, will welcome visitors for free this winter.

Autumn/Winter Offers and Experiences

Autumn is a glorious time to visit our destination, taking in the splendour of the landscape and its autumnal colours. There is still lots to do throughout the Autumn and winter months to allow you to relax and recharge.

Buchanan Castle Open Day

Come along for a tour of the club on Sunday 17th September.

Glengoyne Distillery awarded Green Tourism Gold

Glengoyne Distillery awarded Green Tourism Gold Award for top-tier sustainability efforts in whisky production and eco-friendly visitor experiences.

Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival is back this September with FREE celebrity chef cooking demos all weekend!

This year’s FREE festival is playing host to two of Scotland’s own celebrity chefs - Tony Singh and Rohan Wadke, who will inspire visitors with their FREE cooking demonstrations.  Along with Tony and Rohan’s demonstrations, there will also be whisky & gin tastings courtesy of Loch Lomond Whiskies, lots of amazing producers, street food from around the world, cooking classes and live entertainment.  

Make space for a summer short break this year...

Now is the perfect time to enjoy all that we have to offer. Here at Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Clyde Sea Lochs, our businesses are ready to welcome both returning and new visitors throughout the summer - whether for a night away, a week-long stay or even longer, to expore the cities and towns close by.

Silent Season at Glengoyne Distillery

Glengoyne Distillery, located in Dumgoyne, near Killearn, is known for its exceptional single malt whiskies and highly regarded as Scotland’s most beautiful distillery. One of its unique practices is ‘Silent Season’, a dedicated period when the distillery pauses operations for maintenance and repair. Glengoyne Distillery Silent Season at Glengoyne Distillery runs from 28th June to 10th August and this year, Glengoyne is undergoing stillhouse maintenance which allows visitors to experience the other side of distillery life.

Scottish Maritime Museum accounces Stem Lego Challenge for the summer holidays!

Scottish Maritime Museum accounces Stem Lego Challenge for the summer holidays!

Summerfest is back! FREE family festival at Loch Lomond Shores returns on 1st and 2nd July.

Summerfest is back! FREE family festival at Loch Lomond Shores returns on 1st and 2nd July.

Summer prize draw launched at Loch Lomond Shores

Summer prize draw launched at Loch Lomond Shores. Your chance to enjoy everything Loch Lomond Shores has to offer FREE this summer – shop, eat, play with £1000 to spend!

New Exhibition: Chariots of Steam, Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank)

A new exhibition celebrating the works of master model maker Lachie Stewart opens at the Scottish Maritime Museum (Denny Tank), Dumbarton, on Friday 26 May.

Dogs are now welcome at Cameron House 🐶

Cameron House are excited to welcome dogs back to enjoy the resort with the whole family.

Activities to keep everyone busy!

Activities to keep everyone busy! While some enjoy a relaxing short break, just chilling away from work and school, others may want to cram in as much as possible while somewhere new and have an action-packed few days. Here at Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Clyde Sea Lochs, we have lots to keep the energetic family members occupied and have a break filled with great activities that will keep them happy! We even have a fantastic competition for a fun-filled glamping break including activities. Read on, to find out how to enter the competition and what else our destination has to fill your days.

Loch Lomond attraction wins best in the UK after being judged by tourists.

Loch Lomond attraction wins best in the UK after being judged by tourists.

Denny Tank at The Scottish Maritime Museum Recognised by The National Transport Trust

The National Transport Trust has recognised the Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank at the Scottish Maritime Museum in Dumbarton with a ‘Red Wheel’, commemorating the world’s oldest working model experiment tank as one of the UK’s most significant transport heritage sites.

Foodies alert! Loch Lomond Springfest – the home of all thing’s food and drink - is back

Foodies alert! Loch Lomond Springfest – the home of all thing’s food and drink - is back on 1st and 2nd April with a fantastic line up of food and drink producers, live entertainment, whisky & gin tastings, chef demonstrations and classes, kids’ activities and much, much more.

The History of Ardoch. Guest Blog by Peter Cockill, General Manager

The history of Ardoch by Peter Cockill, General Manager.

An Adventure through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park

Guest Blog by Derek McCreadie, Experience Scotland's Wild: An Adventure through Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.

Sunset Canoe Experience Loch Lomond

A brand new dyllic sunset canoeing experience on Loch Lomond - stop on an island beach, light a fire and enjoy a hot drink as the sun sets.

Dumbarton Castle set to reopen to the public

Dumbarton Castle set to reopen to the public. Visitors will soon be able to visit the 800-year-old stronghold that sheltered Mary Queen of Scots in 1548.

Winter & Festive Short Breaks and Gift Inspiration

As an all-year destination, there is no wrong time to visit us and winter is no exception, with a whole range of events, activities, great accommodation offers and fun festive packages for you to enjoy – just make sure you wrap up to make the most of our natural beauty! And, if you don’t have the time to come and visit us, why not treat someone else to an amazing Loch Lomond experience with a range of gift vouchers on offer that anyone would be thrilled to receive on Christmas Day?

Late night store openings and night markets announced. Loch Lomond Shores introduces night-time festive shopping fun

Summer is here....

With Scottish school holidays now starting and English school holidays not far away, it’s all about keeping busy with days out and short breaks to enjoy some well-earned family time and make memories.

Whiskies galore

With over 100 whiskies stocked in their bars, The Oak Tree Inn is a whisky heaven for lovers of Scotland’s national drink and, given their fondness of showcasing Scotland’s whiskies, it makes complete sense that they have a couple of great experiences for those who want to savour and learn a bit more about whisky during their stay.

Summerfest – let the celebrations begin!

Brand new festival launches on the 2nd and 3rd July at Loch Lomond Shores Summer 2022 marks the 20th birthday of Loch Lomond Shores so we’re celebrating in style with a brand-new FREE festival called Summerfest on the 2nd and 3rd July from 10am to 5pm! Summerfest will have live entertainment, children’s rides, stalls, and street food, with special performances and appearances by Encanto’s Mirabel and Isabela on both Saturday and Sunday afternoon.

Restore and explore. Enjoy Loch Lomond’s islands by guided canoe trip.

Restore and explore Enjoy Loch Lomond’s islands by guided canoe trip For an unforgettable, memory-making experience, take time this summer to explore Loch Lomond’s historic islands by Canadian style canoe with an experienced, local guide. This tranquil, restorative, and scenic experience on Scotland’s most iconic loch is run by In Your Element.

If These Walls Could Talk. Calling all young storytellers!

Calling all young storytellers! Put your own spin on 5,000 years of history Historic Environment Scotland, Scottish Book Trust and the Scottish Storytelling Forum have just launched an exciting competition called ‘If These Walls Could Talk’ in search of young storytellers across Scotland, aged between eight and twelve, to share a tale featuring a Historic Scotland site. Young creators can submit a written tale (150 to 300 words) or a storytelling video (two minutes long) – in English or Gaelic - by Friday 24th June and will be entered into the competition with a range of great prizes up for grabs!

The Oak Tree Inn sets high standards for sustainability

The picturesque and bustling Oak Tree Inn in Balmaha isn’t just a great place to eat, drink and sleep – it’s a business that takes sustainability, community and environment seriously – which is great news given its idyllic location on the West Highland Way and shores of Loch Lomond!

Swimming in Loch Lomond

Fancy swimming in Loch Lomond during your visit? Let us help you have this amazing, life affirming experience safely!

Visit a museum as often as you can

Museums are a great way to spend time with family and friends These are difficult times and it’s often easy to use a museum admission price or travel costs as an excuse not to visit. A visit to a museum often translates into a day spent with loved ones as mums and dads become tour guides and teachers, while young ones become inquisitive and learn though experiencing the past.

Scottish Apprenticeship Week: Glasgow teenage chef rises to success through Cameron House Hotel apprenticeship scheme

Scottish Apprenticeship Week: Glasgow teenage chef rises to success through Cameron House Hotel apprenticeship scheme

Love Loch Lomond has the perfect accommodation for you

Love Loch Lomond has the perfect accommodation for you Getting your accommodation right can make or break a holiday. Whether you’re looking for a home-from-home; somewhere truly special; a cosy & comfortable cottage; space for your extended family; friendly staff to cater to your every whim; child-friendly amenities; budget-friendly comfort or no neighbours for miles, the success of your holiday depends on having the perfect base to relax and feel comfortable in after a busy day exploring. Luckily, we have a large range of accommodation to suit every taste and pocket.

Book a fun family short break now!

Short breaks in and around Loch Lomond. With Easter and spring school holidays on the horizon, now is the perfect time to start planning some special family time to help you reconnect and make memories after recent tough times.

Construction begins on Wildlife Trail to Loch Lomond!

It seems like a long time since Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park granted planning permission for RSPB Scotland’s ‘Path to the Loch’ project back in May 2020. This, like many other projects, has faced significant delays due to the impacts of COVID-19. However, we are delighted to share with you that the construction phase of the Wildlife Trail to Loch Lomond project at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond will commence in January 2022.

Luxury five-star resort Cameron House Hotel has announced applications for its 2022 Graduate Programme are now open.

Luxury five-star resort Cameron House Hotel has announced applications for its 2022 Graduate Programme are now open.

Loch Lomond New Year Dook becomes Spring Swim

The Spring Swim, formerly The New Year Dook, will now take place on the first day of Spring – the 20th of March at Loch Lomond Shores.

VisitScotland take us on an epic journey across Scotland with their new UNESCO trail

VisitScotland take us on an epic journey across Scotland with their new UNESCO trail. Photo by Gary Ellis.

How to have a sustainable visit.

Whether you live or work in the National Park, are visiting for the day or exploring for longer, there are simple steps we can all take to reduce our impact on the National Park itself and take action against the climate emergency.

The UK’s First Olive Ridley Sea Turtle Arrives at Sea Life Loch Lomond

The UK’s First Olive Ridley Sea Turtle Arrives at Sea Life Loch Lomond.

Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival

Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival

Love Loch Lomond set for busy autumn and winter with new campaign and booking system

Love Loch Lomond (LLL) has announced a major new campaign entitled ‘Rediscover Loch Lomond’ to bring visitors to the area and a new online booking system for member tourist businesses to help save them cash on high commissions charged by international booking apps.

Loch Lomond Shores nature-inspired photography competition back this autumn

Loch Lomond Shores nature-inspired photography competition back this autumn

The Maid of the Loch - Hard Hat Tours

The exclusive Hard Hat Tours of The Maid of the Loch have been so popular that they are now available on Saturdays and Sundays at both, 11am and 1pm, until Sunday 7th of November 2021 . If you haven’t managed to make it down so far, then we hope that this is a good opportunity for you to do so before this season ends for the year.

15% Off Wood Leisure Breaks

Enjoy 15% Discount on Winter Breaks with Wood Leisure

Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival is back!

Loch Lomond Food & Drink Festival is back for 2021!

Loch Lomond Shores welcomes new businesses

Loch Lomond Shores welcomes new businesses

LEADING SCOTTISH CHEFS PAUL TAMBURRINI AND MARTIN WISHART LAUNCH NEW FINE DINING RESTAURANT AT CAMERON HOUSE HOTEL

LEADING SCOTTISH CHEFS PAUL TAMBURRINI AND MARTIN WISHART LAUNCH NEW FINE DINING RESTAURANT AT CAMERON HOUSE HOTEL

In and around Loch Lomond Guide

The online guide can be viewed in the link contained within this article.

Photographers answer the call of nature

Press release announching winners of the Loch Lomond Shores Photography Competition 2020

Online Christmas Gifts from Loch Lomond

Christmas online gifts from Loch Lomond. Discover the variety of Christmas Gifts for family and friends from our member businesses in Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Clyde Sea Loch area.

Black Friday Holiday Deals

Huge savings on Wood Leisure gift vouchers & 2021 breaks

Guest blog by John Stevenson of Scotland’s Wild: My top 5 Places to Visit in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs

In this guest blog, owner and guide John Stevenson of tour company Experience Scotland's Wild shares his personal Top 5 Places to Visit in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs.

VisitScotland Visitor Charter Pledge

Information highlighting the VisitScotland Visitor Charter Pledge

e biking in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs

We have a selection of fun and enjoyable suggested routes in Loch Lomond the Trossachs which are particularly suited to an e-bikes starting on NCN7 (Lochs and Glens Way in Balloch, Drymen, Aberfoyle, Kinlochard, Callander and Strathyre. Many of them take in some great coffee and cafe stops along the way, as well as popular attractions.

Trossachs Retreat Lodge Development

Exclusive Development of Luxury Lodges Released at Callander Woods

New Accessible Caravan Holiday Home at Callander Woods

Wood Leisure is delighted to announce the launch of our brand new fully accessible caravan holiday home at Callander Woods Holiday Park

Love it like a local

Scotland is experiencing a never before seen level of littering following the easing of lockdown. Nowhere is it more upsetting to see than in the National Park where people come to enjoy the outstanding scenery and natural beauty. The Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority have launched a new campaign with the aim of promoting positive visitor behaviour and reducing the impact of litter.

Eat Out to Help Out

The Eat Out to Help Out Scheme opens on 3 August 2020 and we have a great variety of businesses for you to visit and enjoy their delicious food and drink! So you should take advantage of the scheme and visit as many as you can over the coming weeks!

Welcome to the new Love Loch Lomond website

It is fantastic to be launching our new website. As tourism in the area slowly starts to get going again we hope this platform will be of great benefit to our visitors and members.

Great Places to Stay around Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Clyde Sea Lochs

If you’re looking for a Loch Lomond holiday, relaxing weekend break or a great base to enjoy the outdoors, Loch Lomond and Clyde Sea Lochs is the perfect location.

Hills and mountains

A selection of recommended hill and mountain walks around Loch Lomond.

Walks and trails

The Loch Lomond, Trossachs and Clyde Sea Lochs area is made for trails and tours of all kinds from cycling and walking to geocaching and driving.

Ten things to do in and around Loch Lomond

We think you'll #lovelochlomond all year round: enjoy the amazing seasonal colours, great days out, relaxing weekend breaks and tasty local food.

Dining Ideas

Working up an appetite touring Loch Lomond, The Trossachs and Clyde Sea Lochs?