Aberfoyle holiday Information and Accommodation

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Where is Aberfoyle?

Aberfoyle is an attractive little village beautifully situated at the southern end of the Duke's Pass leading over the 14 scenic  miles to Callander. Access from Stirling direction is easiest via the A84 (Crianlarich) road then after Doune watch for 'Port of Menteith / Aberfoyle' sign on the left. From Glasgow direction head north on A81 for Milngavie then Aberfoyle

The village lies among some magnificent highland scenery and is convenient for access to some of the more remote beauty spots between Aberfoyle and Inversnaid / Stronachlachar. It was once near the heart of the slate quarrying industry and had its own railway branch line - now long closed. Near an old limestone quarry in the Queen Elizabeth Forest park centre is the interesting remains of the 'Incline' which was a form of light railway employing gravity to take the slate down to the road.

Shopping

There are a small number of shops and cafes in the town which will provide the essentials for holidaymaker. The inevitable 'woollen mill' is also to be found in the main shopping street along with a variety of souvenir & craft shops.

Accommodation

Lochend Chalets, Lake of Menteith .......full details Our award winning, self-catering chalets and cabins, which offer a high standard of accommodation, are located in the heart of Scotland, on the southern shores of the beautiful Lake of Menteith, which is part of "Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park". From your window you look across to the Menteith hills and Ben Lomond beyond. For Contact information - See Detail page		Ballat Smithy Cottage: near Drymen & Loch Lomond’ Best of both worlds! ............. full details This charming self catering cottage enjoys lovely views and is situated, midway between the ‘Bonnie Banks’ of Loch Lomond and the grandeur of the Trossachs. The cottage sleeps 4 and is surrounded by some of Scotland’s most beautiful countryside. Email: a.h.currie@btopenworld.com Tel: 01360 440 269
Lomond View Cottage, ..........DETAILS  Aberfoyle. Sleeps 4 people Lomond View is a fully modernised semi-detached cottage situated in an idyllic and peaceful location in the heart of The Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park on the outskirts of Aberfoyle.  Lomond View cottage is situated off a quiet forest road and is ideal for children and pets. Tel: 01877 382 427 (+44 1877 382 427) Email : info@lomondviewcottage.com		Castle Rednock Farm Caravans.....Details Port of Menteith We have 2  self catering Static caravans on the farm, both set in pleasant surroundings with open views. Animals cannot intrude on the private caravan areas. Close to Callander, Fishing and the Trossachs Trail. Pony trekking available Sorry - no e-mail at present - please use telephone Tel: 01877 385 276.  Mobile 0780 1699 497
The Trossachs Holiday Park ...Tourers, Statics, Self-catering Lodges and Camping near Aberfoyle. The Trossachs Holiday Park is the perfect location to enjoy the "great outdoors". Explore Scotland's first National Park, Loch Lomond & the Trossachs - an area of outstanding beauty and a haven for wildlife - perfect for cycling, walking, photography, fishing and golf or simply just relax and enjoy the experience - look no further for your dream holiday. Email: info@trossachsholidays.co.uk   or freephone 0800 197 1192

Things to see and do

Of interest to both adults and children is the 'Scottish Wool Centre' with its exhibition of the history of the Scottish wool industry. Children will be fascinated by the friendly farm animals and playground outside the centre.
During the summer months there are occasional demonstrations of the skill of the shepherd with his sheepdogs - sometimes herding geese instead of the more usual sheep. On occasion you will find a collection of exotic owls on display with an opportunity for photographs.

A little way from Aberfoyle village centre is the old church of Aberfoyle now roofless but well maintained. The churchyard contains two 'Morte Gardes', a relic from the days when even the dead could not rely on peace due to the activities of the 'resurectionists', or body snatchers.
At the north-east corner of the churchyard is the grave of the Rev. Robert Kirk who was supposedly spirited away whilst walking on Doon hill by the village.

The Queen Elizabeth Forest Park visitor centre (The David Marshall Centre)  is about a mile up the Callander road.

It lies near the Highland boundary fault and a pleasant walk follows the line of the fault where interesting rock formations are evident. A booklet available from the Forest Park Centre make the walk more interesting.
Many more 'waymarked' woodland walks commence at the centre where a 'walks guide' booklet is available

Try the 'Go-Ape' experience' - adventure high in the trees in fantastic scenic surroundings

Many of the forest tracks are opened to motor cars during the visitor season - for a small charge!

Just a couple of miles west of Aberfoyle on the road to Stronachlacher is little Loch Ard which offers spectacular views to Ben Lomond. Further up the road is the watersports centre where one can try a wide variety of watersports including canoeing and fishing.

Car Parks at Milton provide access to a variety of walks and woodland cycletracks on the west side of Loch Ard.

Other useful information about Aberfoyle

• Toilets available
• Bus and coach - from the car park to Stirling and Glasgow.
  The 'Trossachs Trundler' provides a circular service via Port of Mentieth, Callander & the Dukes Pass.
  Visit www.stirling.co.uk/localservices/busstation.htm for Trossachs travel information about this service.
• Caravan and Camping
  • Forest enterprise - Cobleland
  • Trossachs Holiday Park - about 3 miles south on A81
• Tourist information - off Main Street neat the Woollens Centre