Recreation and Leisure
Below you will find details of all the recreation and leisure clubs in Callander. If you run a club, or know of a club, that is not listed here, then please contact us with your club’s details and we will add it to the website in due course.
Due to the coronavirus situation meetings of the groups listed below are suspended until further notice. McLaren Leisure Centre is closed until further notice.
Book Club
Based in the Library,1 South Church Street, Callander FK17 8BN
| Contact: |
Fiona Frize, Librarian |
| Tel: |
01877 331544 |
Bridge Club
Meets at 6.45 pm every Wednesday in the Old Bank Restaurant, Main Street, Callander
| Contact: |
Geoffrey Reid |
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Callander & District Horticultural Society
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Callander Bike Meander Group
This group is ideal for beginner/returner cyclists and meets every Tuesday, 10am, in Ancaster Square. Contact either Maggie or Colin to join the Messenger group for information about rides.
| Contact: |
Maggie Magor – (01877) 339074 Colin Walsh - 07963 736044 |
Callander Ramblers
Arrange walks most Wednesdays and Saturdays, weather allowing
| Contact: | Paul Prescott |
Callander Film Society
Callander Film Society has brought cinema to Callander for 42 years. Membership is open to anyone over 16 and gives free entry to all films in the current season. Screenings are at Callander Hostel, Bridgend, with a bar, teas and coffees available from 7pm. Visitors are welcome - £5 adult, £3 under 16. Member of Cinema for All.
| Email: |
callanderfilmsociety@gmail.com |
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CallanderCinema |
Callander German Speaking Group
An informal group of experienced German-speakers who get together, one Friday evening each month, in the home of one of their members, to enjoy discussion of a pre-arranged topic, along with general conversation, word games and fun – and, of course, coffee and cake! Since only German is spoken throughout the evening, the group is intended for people with a reasonable command of the language. Approx. 50% of our members are native speakers, people from Germany, Austria & Switzerland, who now live in or around the Callander area. We do not teach, and the level of German is not suitable for beginners. Dates and discussion topics are announced in the Ben Ledi View and also distributed to members by email, in advance of each meeting.
| Contact: |
Jen Shearer |
| Tel: |
07710 232908 |
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Callander and District Heritage Society
A group of enthusiasts endeavouring to preserve and add to Callander's rich history, from photo archives to the stories and secrets of the landscape.
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Callander Writers
From its origins as a Creative Writing Course set up by Stirling Council quite a few years ago, the group has evolved into Callander Writers, now comprising two groups: one which meets weekly on Tuesday mornings and the other every fortnight, on Thursday evenings. Our meetings are a coming together of like-minded souls who get together on a regular basis to enjoy their writing and to share their thoughts and work with one another, for comment, encouragement and constructive criticism. From time to time, we invite tutors to inspire and guide us; but on a weekly/fortnightly basis we simply meet to spend two hours together in thought, writing and discussion. Callander Writers have just published their fourth book, Living Writing, a compilation of our most recent work, consisting of a variety of short (and longer) stories, poems and articles.
| Contact: |
Jen Shearer |
| Tel: |
07710 232908 |
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Liz Campbell School of Highland Dancing
Liz teaches highland dancing to all ages from 4 upwards. They meet in Callander Kiirk Hall from 4 to 5 pm on Mondays during school term.
| Contact: |
Liz Campbell |
| Tel: |
01877 330019 |
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McLaren Leisure Centre
Mollands Road, Callander, FK17 8JP
McLaren Leisure is a community sport and leisure centre that prides itself on offering high-quality, inclusive, friendly service and facilities for all ages. A devoted team of staff are always on hand to make sure that you get the best out of your visit. Whether you wish to train, play, relax or even compete; McLaren Leisure has all you need to fulfil your sport and leisure needs.
| Contact: |
Reception |
| Tel: |
01877 330000 |
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Walk in the Park
Meet at Ancaster Square, Callander every Tuesday at 10.20
| Contact: |
Cathy Scott |
| Tel: |
01877 330055 |
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