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Fort William 15 miles
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woollens, plants and shrubs, pottery, art, hand-crafted Oban 35 miles
jewellery and of course, some of the best outdoor clothing Ardnamurchan Point 57 miles Geocache hunt and delve, explore D Signal Rock - Glencoe
stores to be found anywhere in the UK. Mallaig (with ferry to Skye) 60 miles and discover the numerous caches
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quarry floor. Information panels are dotted throughout the
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you can hire mountain bikes, sail, kayak, go fishing, ski & Low High walk to give you an insight into the life and times of the
snowboard, play golf, climb indoor and outdoor, walk and quarry and the people that worked there.
ramble on miles of mountain & forestry tracks, discover the
art of landscape photography and take a landrover safari F Cuil Bay - Duror - Ballachulish
tour through ancient glens. The list of activities is endless
This beautiful bay with its truly panoramic views and
and the great thing is that you don’t have to be an expert to 1 2 3 4
enjoy the delights! stunning setting is a peaceful and relaxing spot. From the
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Appin, Argyll, PA38 4BD
area. The valley runs between Gearr Aonach and Ben
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Visit Kinlochlaich Garden Centre, where you will be amazed Highland Titles is passionate about conserving little parts of Skiing, snowboarding, Free Zibob Our professional and qualified guides will take you on an Glencoe Open Water Swim good mountain experience without too much effort.
at the variety of plants growing, and for sale. Explore the Bluebell Scotland one square foot at a time. In this respect we are not alone, sledging, winter walking, climbing, adventure of a lifetime. Trips run daily.
our unique feature is that we invite our sponsors to share the thrill chairlift rides, stunning scenery & The 2017 Glencoe Open Water Swim is open to swimmers of all I The Devil’s Staircase, Altnafeadh
Fishing A Walk Woodland Walk, Spring Garden, Formal borders within the
Octagonal Walled Garden & the Fruit and Vegetable growing areas. of landownership by purchasing a souvenir plot of our land. Now amazing home cooked food. 8: Via Ferrata, Kinlochleven: Be guided up the side of one of the abilities. If you’re new to this fast growing adventure sport then
isn’t that more fun than just receiving a membership card? most beautiful waterfalls in Scotland using a steel staple ladder, try the Leven Dip, while more experienced swimmers can choose to Kinlochleven
The temperate climate we have allows a huge array of plants to
Panoramic log cabin cafe open safety cable, specialist equipment, and bridges. varying distances up to a more challenging 5km. Based on the
thrive, including many rare ones. The Devil’s Staircase goes from Altnafeadh to
Skiing Bike Hire Walk down the signed footpath along the Salachan Burn into all year from 9am to 8.30pm. shores of Loch Leven and surrounded by the mountains this swim
“One of the attractions of the west Highlands…Here is where to 9: Canyoning, Inchree: jumping, sliding, wild swimming, abseils
Glencoe Wood and visit your own little piece of Scotland in an
and zip lines, White Water Rafting, River Garry, Invergarry: Our dam must be one of the most scenic in the UK. Now in its third year, Kinlochleven and forms part of the West Highland Way.
load a car with Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Camellias and all the ecologically rich ancient oak and birch wood and discover a Onsite accommodation -
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realised grade 3/4 river guarantees the event has already established a reputation for its relaxed, fun This 6 mile walk takes in breathtaking views of the glen
things you’ve seen growing.” Peter Irvine, Scotland the Best. Microlodges, Campervan
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diverse environment filled with birdsong and wildlife such as In winter enjoy ... hookups, camping. great white water all summer. BOOK ONLINE! atmosphere. For full details check:
and Rannoch Moor and at its peak you can see the
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Blackwater Reservoir which fuelled the water turbines in
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With each of the four seasons, new waves of colour The area is renowned for its incredible selection The area around Glencoe & Loch Leven provides we’re on Facebook & Twitter visit us online at
wash across the sharply steepening foothills up to of accommodation to suit every budget &
the massive angular peaks that push into an ever no matter where you choose to stay, a warm
a wonderful pantry & inspiration for chefs &
other providers of food in the area. You will find If you’re looking for a sociable place to gather We all know how important it is to keep the kids
stay in touch . . .
changing sky. Summer & winter alike, there is never Highland welcome awaits you. Choose from: a whole range of places to eat from characterful you will discover that the area boasts more than a entertained whilst on holiday & when you are here,
Welcome to Glencoe & Loch Leven.
a dull moment – these lands have been a fitting tea rooms & coffee shops full of local colour & few pubs, each with its own individual character they’ll be spoilt for choice. Most activity providers
You’re about to explore a land of stunning & iconic
setting for centuries of drama. • fantastic hotels, some of which have delicious traditional Scottish baking through where you can mingle with the locals & get a in the area cater for children, although for the
scenery, famous the world over.
swimming pools to pubs & bistros which provide tasty food real feel for the area. A selection of pubs offer a more adventurous activities some restrictions
With more history, breathtaking beauty and sheer with a local but contemporary feel. If you’re range of Scottish beers & real ales - whiskies are may apply.
The area is visited every year by adventurers & • a wonderful selection of cosy self-
natural ability to entertain than really seems celebrating you can also choose to dine in one of featured everywhere and keeping up with modern
explorers each with their own reason for travelling catering cottages, guest houses and bed
fair, Glencoe is without doubt one of the world’s the local hotels which offer a more formal dining trends we even have artisan Scottish gins! Choose from a wide selection of things to see & do,
to the glen; it might be to uncover the passionate & breakfasts
scenic highlights. But the famous pass is only experience. including zipping around high-wire courses, archery
& bloody history of the clans, to scale the highest
the beginning and there are wonders to discover • homely hostels & a choice of caravan Live music is a regular occurrence throughout the in a breathtaking mountain setting or exploring the
heights of the remarkable geology the areas
around every corner in the whole area. It’s easy parks too! Most of the dining establishments in the area put year as well as ceilidh nights, traditional open mic area on an exhilarating rib ride.
boasts, or perhaps to rediscover romance with
to see why seasoned visitors would keep this great emphasis on the fantastic produce available nights and so much more!
an unforgettable laid-back break. Whatever your hours from Glasgow, Edinburgh & Inverness
wonderful place a secret if they could. Why not base yourself here & explore a bit further on our doorstep from fish & shellfish to local For those rainy days you can enjoy leisurely
reason for visiting Glencoe, the experience will last
Visit Scotland’s Most Romantic Glen, just 2
afield too! Fort William, Ardnamurchan, Oban & meats, game & cheeses. Check our what’s on page for all the details on swim lunches at two of the local hotels who have
a lifetime!
So much myth, legend and history precedes a visit Lorn, Inverness, Mull & Iona, Skye & Loch Ness are www.discoverglencoe.scot. swimming pools.
to the expanse of Glencoe and Loch Leven, that all within a day trip from Glencoe & Loch Leven. It’s one of life’s great pleasures to settle down to a
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many visitors are unprepared for the sheer beauty mouthwatering meal after a full days’ adventure in We know keeping up to date with emails and
information visit www.discoverglencoe.scot
and breathtaking serenity of this vast sweeping If you haven’t yet booked your accommodation, the Glen. social media is important to our
pass. make sure to check out the special offers & late visitors, so many of the businesses
Glasgow
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availability pages on our website in the area offer free WiFi internet Loch Leven
www.discoverglencoe.scot. Make sure when access. Just look out for the logo. Glencoe &
booking to mention “Discover Glencoe”!
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Glencoe is without doubt one of the world’s scenic The Glencoe Lochan, a beautifully tranquil walk A wonderful Highland Sunset over Castle Stalker, Indulge your inner foodie with wonderful dining Glencoe & Loch Leven abounds with wildlife from The deep waters of Loch Linnhe & Loch Leven
highlights around a wooded lake, built by Lord Strathcona by Appin options, many with stunning views red deer & stags to eagles, otters & porpoises provide plenty opportunity for boat trips
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Alltshellach Cottages Glencoe House Loch Leven Hotel Clachaig Inn Ballachulish Activity The Purple Stag
Situated in a peaceful hamlet Next to the Glencoe Lochan Walk With a beautiful loch-side Award winning pub set in in the Booking Centre, Cafe Restaurant & Bothy Bar
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close to the banks of Loch (marked C on the Map) is Glencoe setting & mountain views this heart of Glencoe, amidst the
spectacular mountain scenery,
& Gift Shop Home of the Highlander Burger,
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enjoyed either on the terrace or
surrounded by some of the most mansion is composed of just our rooms have picturesque views of our 23 en-suite rooms, or simply • Visit Scotland Partnership through our panoramic windows.
spectacular scenery in Scotland. seven suites that comprise one or of the loch & mountains. Enjoy enjoy the lively atmosphere in
• Delicious All Day Food The Purple Stage Restaurant
our legendary bars where food is
explore | play | eat | sleep | experience
Built from Kentallen granite two bedrooms, lavish bathrooms the spectacular scenery from
under a Ballachulish slate roof, and personal lounges together the loch view restaurant, bar & served from noon till nine. Choose • Home-baking & Refreshments offers a more traditional Scottish
the cottages date from the 19th with marble fireplaces and private decking while having lunch, dinner from a selection of locally brewed • Crafts and Gifts dining experience in a relaxed
Ballachulish, PH49 4JB setting.
century and have been refurbished North Ballachulish Loch Leven PH33 6SA terraces with hot tubs. Breakfast or cream tea! The bar has a real Old Ferry Road, cask conditioned ales or one of Old Village Road, Glencoe, PH49 4HX
to provide Visit Scotland 4 Star Tel: +44 (0) 7967 029881 and dinner is served at your own open fire, wide selection of malt North Ballachulish our 300 malt whiskies or Scottish Tel: 01855 811866 Our flexible accommodation MacDonald Hotel & Cabins,
www.alltshellachcottages.co.uk distilled gins. Tel: 01855 811252 Always a warm welcome from our quarrycentre@gmail.com
self-catering accommodation dining room table in the privacy of whiskies, craft gins, beers and Tel: 01855 821236 consists of hotel rooms, cabins Fort William Road, Kinlochleven
bookings@alltshellachcottages.co.uk frontdesk@clachaig.com friendly team of staff. www.glencoetourism.co.uk
(both sleep 6). your suite, an elegant restaurant cocktails. Free WiFi, family & pet www.lochlevenhotel.co.uk www.clachaig.com and camping. Tel: 01855 831539
www.facebook.com/alltshellachcottages www.macdonaldhotel.co.uk
experience without fellow diners. friendly!
The Isles of Glencoe Available from the 1st April 2017 Rowan Brae Studios Lochleven Quarriers Kitchen The Corran
are The Bell Tower Suites, which
Hotel are 6 new one-bedroom suites all Situated in a tranquil, elevated Seafood Café Fish & Chips & Pizzeria Opening Early 2017!
Almost afloat, the Isles of Glencoe with wood burning stoves, Aga’s, setting with stunning scenic views Restaurant open daily for lunch & We are delighted to introduce
Glencoe House, • Sit In or Take Away The Corran - a brand new Cafe,
and leisure centre nestles right on private walled gardens with hot tubs, Glencoe PH49 4HT over Loch Linnhe and Glencoe dinner mid-March to 31 October
the edge of Loch Leven. barbeques & alfresco dining areas. munros, the two double self- • Fresh Fish Bar & Restaurant with luxury
• Onsite storage tanks stocking
Tel: 01855 811179 catering Studios are self-contained • Hand Cut Chips Accommodation located at the
live lobster, langoustines, crab,
A family friendly hotel with a All suites range from 75 -148 reservations@glencoe-house.com with own entrance. With a warm mussels, clams, oysters and Corran Ferry crossing.
• Puddings and Pies
modern feel, it offers a choice of sq. metres so regardless of the www.glencoe-house.com welcome and comfortable homely hand dived scallops Our informal Bar & Restaurant
weather, Glencoe House allows facebook.com/GlencoeHouse.Scotland feel, each is tastefully furnished • Burgers and Kebabs
spacious bedrooms (with loch • Fish, meat, vegetarian, daily will combine the cool of a New
you to return to the comfort and @TheGlencoeHouse and well equipped. Open all year • Home Made Pizza
or mountain views), loch side Old Town, North Ballachulish PH33 6RZ specials with coffee & baking too Tel: 01855 821 048 Quarriers Kitchen, York Loft with the charm of a Corran, PH33 6SE
restaurant and leisure centre, refuge of your private lounge in the round and ideally located as a alison@lochlevenseafoodcentre.co.uk • Hand Rolled Bases Ballachulish, PH49 4JB Seaside Inn. We will be open all
Tel: 01855 821066 • On the shores of Loch Leven Tel: 01855 821 261
complete with swimming pool and Ballachulish, PH49 4HL confines of your suite. base to explore, within easy reach www.lochlevenseafoodcafe.co.uk day for dining and offer a bright
Email: stay@rowanbrae.org with stunning views • Gluten Free Pizza Tel: 01855 811600 info@thecorran.net
sauna. Tel: 01764 651 843 Glencoe House also offers a unique of walks, rambles, rugged ascents and airy space to relax and
Directions: B863 Road between www.thecorran.net
plus glorious scenery, wildlife and Web: www.rowanbrae.org • Outside dining • Light Bite Dishes unwind with breathtaking views
location for weddings for up to 40 North Ballachulish (A82 junction) & www.quarrierskitchen.co.uk
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guests and business meetings. historic sites. Facebook: www.facebook.com/RowanBrae • Deli & Gift Shop f Kinlochleven. Hint follow signs not GPS! over the loch. www.facebook.com/TheCorran
Ballachulish Hotel Ice Factor Cafe & Crafts & Things Glencoe Cafe & Tools and Tackle Signal Rock Cottage
Situated at the foot of Glencoe, Chillers Bar & Grill “A shopping experience not to be Gift Shop and the great Set in our own 50 acres of natural
missed!”
the cosy and traditional Our café serves quite possibly the Glencoe Cafe and Gift Shop can outdoors woodland in the heart of the Glen.
Ballachulish Hotel has everything Come along to Crafts & Things be found in the village of Glencoe. • B&B and Self Catering available
best breakfast rolls and coffee in • Fishing Rod Hire
you might need for a break and discover: A warm, friendly welcome awaits
the Lochaber area, a wide range • Dog friendly
away: roaring log fires, choice of • 60 Seater Licensed Coffee you along with - • Tackle and Bait
of snacks and a hearty lunch
bedrooms, drying room, Bulas bar • Fishing Advice • Day tickets available for wild
menu to keep you well fuelled Shop with delicious food, drink • delicious food
and bistro and plenty of areas to brown trout fishing in Torren Lochan
throughout the day. Open from and home-baking • great coffee • Camping Equipment
relax after a day of exploring. Ice Factor, Kinlochleven, PH50 4SF • BBQ and bonfire area
9am daily. Takeaway & Free Kids • Craft Shop, Clothes Shop and • Hardware
Ballachulish, PH49 4JY Glencoe, PH49 4HN • freshly baked cakes and scones
Soft Play available. Tel: 01855 831 100 Picture Gallery • Walking distance to pub and Victoria Sutherland, Glencoe PH49 4HX
Guests also have access to the Tel: 01764 651 842 info@ice-factor.co.uk Tel: 01855 811325 • loose leaf teas • Garden Plants
Our Bar & Grill is a warm and restaurant Tel: 01855 811 207
leisure centre at the Isles of “Outstanding” - Eat Scotland david@glencoe.plus.com Glencoe Village, PH49 4HP Tools and Tackle
comfortable refuge with an • free wi-fi • Garden Tools info@glencoe-cottages.com
Glencoe, just a 5 minute drive www.ballachulish-hotel.co.uk Recommended in Scotland the Ballachulish PH49 4JB • Reunions, weddings, stag/hen
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regular live music. and news. Open All Year - Free parking Enjoy a glass of wine or a beer
with your lunch. www.glencoecafe.co.uk
Tel: 01855 811111
www.toolsandtackle.co.uk
Photo of Torren Lochan by
Caroline Walker
f Glencoe, Scotland
Photography kindly provided by: Glen Coe Photography www.glencoephotography.co.uk | Ewan Houghton www.ewanhoughton.com | Dan Parry | Ed Daynes | Andy Harpur highland-landscapes.scot | Family of deer picture by Stuart Fawkes
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Winners of Discover Glencoe photography competition: Cover photo, Chris McLeod facebook.com/christopherpmcleodphotography | Row Boat picture, Angie Latham