About Aberfoyle, Holiday Information and Accommodation
Aberfoyle Hotels and other Accommodation in Aberfoyle and nearby.
Visit this lovely village in the heart of The Trosssachs and find a haven where you can relax in beautiful surroundings in one of the more picturesque villages of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park.
Aberfoyle - where is it?
At the centre of the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is Aberfoyle. In and around the village, B&B and self-catering are plentiful. Aberfoyle is an attractive little village beautifully situated at the southern end of the Duke's Pass which leads 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. This wee town can provide a good base for a holiday in The Trossachs. Accommodation listed lower in this page
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 at 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.
The Trossachs Discovery Centre which also provides tourist information is just off the Main Street near a large car park and stocks a variety of maps and publications to help you make the most of a visit to Aberfoyle and its surroundings. The centre is open all year
Shops in Aberfoyle
There are a number of shops and cafes in the town which can provide the essentials for your holiday. The inevitable 'woollen mill' is also to be found in the main shopping street along with a variety of souvenir & craft shops.
Find things to see and do in Aberfoyle
Aberfoyle Accommodation - Places to stay (in and near Aberfoyle) . . Go to 'Eating out'
Self-catering accommodation in Aberfoyle and close to Aberfoyle. Cottages, Chalets and Caravans! |
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The Trossachs Holiday Park ...Tourers, Statics, Self-catering Lodges and Camping near Aberfoyle. |
Ballat Smithy Cottage: near Drymen & Loch Lomond’ Email: a.h.currie@btopenworld.com |
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Benview Holiday Lodges, Gartmore..........Full details Lochend Chalets, Lake of Menteith, Aberfoyle .......full details |
Castle Rednock Farm Caravans.....Full details The Trossachs Holiday Park is spectacularly located in the heart of the Trossachs, offering quality self-catering Holiday Lodges and Static Caravans. An ideal base from which to explore this glorious part of Scotland, with many activities on our doorstep and within easy reach of both Stirling and Glasgow. Edinburgh is less than 2 hours away! |
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Acorn Cottage. Aberfoyle. for 4 persons (+cot) |
Nether Glenny Cottages near Aberfoyle, Callander and Lake of Menteith. |
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Other Self catering establishments in the Aberfoyle Area |
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Hotels in Aberfoyle and nearby | ||||
| Lake Of Menteith Hotel - A hotel on the lakeside - Open All Year - 01877385258 The Black Bull Hotel, Gartmore,- A Historic Village Hotel - 01877382225 The Forth Inn, Aberfoyle - With 6 en-suite bedrooms 01877382372 Rob Roy Hotel, Aberfoyle - around 100 ensuite rooms, Tel: 01877382245 The Coach House, Main St, Aberfoyle, Tel: 01877382822 |
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Bed and Breakfasts in and near Aberfoyle B&B and other serviced accommodation |
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- Open all yearPlaces to eat - Pubs, Restaurants and Cafes in Aberfoyle (See also eating in Callander )
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Things to see and do in Aberfoyle
Aberfoyle Scottish Wool Centre
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.
Aberfoyle old parish church
A little way from Aberfoyle village centre is the old parish church, 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 'resurrectionists', 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. A few hundred yards beyond the old church you can find access to the walk to Doon hill where you can see the old pine tree where the Rev Kirk was supposedly imprisoned by the 'Faeries'. This walk is pleasant and not very energetic.
Forest Drives
Many of the forest tracks near loch Loch Achray are opened to motor cars during the visitor season - for a small charge!
Walks, cycling and fishing
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. Cycle Routes: The Loch Ard forest between Aberfoyle and Kinlochard provides a multitude of Trossachs cycle routes for all abilities.
The Queen Elizabeth Forest Park visitor centre (The David Marshall Centre)
This 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.
Queen Elizabeth Forest Park
The Queen Elizabeth Forest Park is a wonderland of woods and forests with a network of forest tracks and roads providing access to lots of idyllic lochs and shady glades.
Many more 'waymarked' woodland walks commence at the centre where a 'walks guide' booklet is available
Go-Ape Experience
Try the 'Go-Ape' experience' - adventure high in the trees in fantastic scenic surroundings. Zip Wire Heaven. Stunning scenery of the surrounding Queen Elizabeth Forest Park gives the course a jaw-dropping backdrop and makes for a great day out. The course's main attraction is two of Britain's longest zip wires, each stretching over 400m long, flying customers 150 feet above the ground and over a 90 foot waterfall. A mecca for Go Ape pilgrims, thrill seekers, adventure lovers & those that just want to get out and have some fun.
Other useful information about Aberfoyle
- Toilets available
- Bus and coach - from the car park to Stirling and Glasgow.
- 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 near the Scottish Woollens Centre
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Doon Hill at Aberfoyle 
