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Your what’s on guide and advertiser for Loch Lomond, The Trossachs, Bearsden & Milngavie

DEC-JAN 19/20

Bringing your local community together covering: Bearsden • Milngavie • Strathblane • Blanefield • Croftamie Drymen • Killearn • Balfron • Balmaha • Rowardennan • Gartocharn • Fintry • Buchlyvie • Arnprior • Kippen • Gargunnock Thornhill • Ruskie • Port of Menteith • Callander • Kilmahog • Brig O Turk • Aberfoyle • Kinlochard • Balloch • Gartmore


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THE OAK TREE INN Muddy Boots Welcome

Food Served All Day Our special breakfast menu is available for non-residents from 8am. Then through the day and up to 9pm we are serving good Scottish meals, with many of the ingredients sourced locally. For dessert enjoy our homemade Loch Lomond Ice Cream.

Meet Santa Santa’s Grotto is back this Christmas. Choose a weekend slot from December 7th onwards to meet Santa at his grotto at The Oak Tree. Included for children are crafts, activities, hot chocolate, a certificate, gift and sticker. There’s also a 10% off discount voucher for food at The Oak Tree Inn. Tickets to be booked in advance at shop.theoaktreeinn.co.uk

Loch Lomond Chocolate Visit Balmaha and try our new range of Loch Lomond Chocolate bars - three special favours, Espresso (using our own roasted coffee beans) Scottish Sea Salt & Caramel and Milk Chocolate. Bars are available from St Mocha Coffee Shop and Village Shop.

New for Aberfoyle The Station is now open in Aberfoyle. This is the latest coffee shop from St Mocha, serving and selling Loch Lomond Coffee, plus a range of tasty treats and gifts.

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Christmas at Loch Katrine

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Enjoy festive fare with Santa in the Steamship Café where every child will have a chance to meet the man himself and receive a present. After a scrumptious breakfast or lunch, Santa waves goodbye as you set sail with his elves for an hour-long steamship cruise full of festive antics around the scenic Loch Katrine.

December Weekends 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st & 22nd • 10.30am - 4.00pm Tickets: Child under 2 free, Child under 12 – £19.50 and Adult – £26.00

Festive Meals & Cruises at Loch Katrine

From 4th November to 30th December (Excludes 24th & 25th Dec.) enjoy a festive meal at the Steamship Café. Price is £18 per person for a three course meal. There is also the opportunity to combine a festive meal & cruise, times are 12-3pm weekdays (Nov & Dec), 12-6pm weekends (Nov) and 3-6pm weekends (Dec). Price for combined meal & cruise £25. To book call 01877 376315.

New Year Cruises 1 hour cruises: 1.00pm & 2.30pm 1st & 2nd January 2018 Taking in the magical scenery of Loch Katrine and the Trossachs. Hot drinks and something a bit stronger; well it is New Year, are available from the on board bar! Live Scottish music provided by the Ian Barrie Ceilidh Band.

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Contents

DECEMBER 2019 - JANUARY 2020 EDITION

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Welcome

DECEMBER 2019 - JANUARY 2020 EDITION

In This Edition... In this edition we celebrate all things Christmas. Have a look at our Christmas gift guide, not only to get your pressie list started but also you will find local shops that can help you sparkle up your home for the big day. Another way to save money is your local Buy & Sell pages. Have a look at pages 36 and 37; you can clear out before the Festive season and make some money before you start to buy.

Family events, Pantos, Christmas Markets, Hogmanay bash, Carol Singing, Live entertainment and so much listed on these pages throughout our magazine. Parklife is packed as always but if we have missed your event please get in touch and we will pop it on our Facebook page. Have a wonderful Christmas! Katrina, Lisa, Heather The Park Life Team

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Christmas Guide 1 Wild Highland - p46 Coffee in a box 500gm £12.95 An ideal Christmas gift for a coffee lover. www.wild-highlands.com

Gift Guide

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Stuck for a gift? Think outside the box. £85 B&B with Prosecco & Chocolates. Stay in a Treehouse or Dome with all the luxuries, wood burning stove, dressing gown, slippers and twinkling lights. www.loch-lomond-hideaways.co.uk

3 Hewitt & Aker - p44 A wide range of hamper baskets & boxes, in varied sizes and price points, suitable to accommodate the full range of products in our shop, from wines to jams, chocolates and cheeses.

4 Nick Nairn - p28-29 Country Designs The Nick Nairn Cook School has all the

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ge ofingredients gifts luxury candles, Silver for a great cooking experience. Buy a foodie friend a Gift so Cardmany from just erlasting flowers and £59. www.nicknairn.com to make your home complete for ay. Page 39 5 Moon - 34 Vouchers, Candles, Jewellery, Bags, Kids clothing, Hats, Scarves & Gloves and many more gift ideas. Vouchers can be sold with a bottle of sparkling wine & gift wrapped… Job Done!

Bramble & Thyme Specialising in providing beautiful flowers, ideal gift for those difficult to buy for, they create natural, elegant, textured 3 arrangements. Page 46

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6 Scotia Spice - p46 Authentic Punjabi Curry Kits, by Scotlands very own Curry Queen voted by scottish Curry Awards 2016. These kits are packed with generations of traditional cooking know how.

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7 Elin Isaksson - p49 Hand blown glass baubles £18 (3 for £50) Buy direct from Elin Isaksson Glass’s studio in Dunblane or Made in Stirling. www.scotlandglassblowing.com

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A Selection of Gourmet foods, Christmas Gifts for the Home and Garden including something for your pets!

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Watsinteriors We have a lovely range of Christmas decor accessories and why not treat your home to a gift this Christmas with our stunning range of 8 Interiors & Flooring. Home Page 39

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10 Smithy Gallery - p17 A large selection of mixed works to view at the gallery alongside inspiring ranges of jewellery and ceramics. Also on show there are prints and cards to suit all tastes.

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11 11 Paul Saunders Photography - p74 Buy that perfect family gift voucher to capture those special times! These family photography sessions are great fun and relaxed and can take place in your home or your favourite park.

12 Go Country - p26 A fun gift to give when looking for something different. A voucher which can be used against dozens of activities.

13 Holly Nairn Gift vouchers for garden design and consultancy can be the perfect kick start to sprucing up a garden, a re-design or learning a new skill. Contact Holly to order Tel: 07773 590516 Email: gardenerchick44@hotmail.com

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14 Caledonia Play - p40

Caledonia Play design and build beautiful wooden play equipment for the garden. Choose from our large selection. Our Double Swing Frame with Net Frame and Extension (DFNX) costs ÂŁ565.00 - a gift for the whole family that will last for many years to come! www.caledoniaplay.com

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15 Wonderland - p35 A vast range of gifts for all the family as well as stocking filers, beautiful decorations for your home and stunning glass votives and bowls. Cards, wrapping paper, ribbon & unique tags to finish off those parcels.

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16 Spa Persona - p23 A gift voucher would go down well on Christmas day. Everything from nails, Spa Days to hot stones‌ something for everyone.

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We have a lovely range of Christmas decor accessories and why not treat your home to a gift this Christmas with our stunning range of Home Interiors & Flooring. Art By The Loch. Scottish Word Maps priced at ÂŁ22 each.

18 The Grail - p38 A gift for someone who has everything! A range of Single Malt Whiskies, Craft Gins, Gift Packs and Vouchers for Tasting Experiences.

19 Town & Country - p54 A beautiful range of gifts, luxury candles, silver frames, everlasting flowers, napkins, cards, votives of all sizes, glasses, decorations and a mix of gifts to suit the family.

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Are you looking for a special gift for a loved one? How about a romantic getaway? A quirky birthday escape? A night in the trees with your son or daughter? Buy a voucher for an overnight stay for two at your choice of the Loch Lomond Hideaways and turn a night off into something really special. Have a browse of our guest accommodation pages and you’ll see the fabulous standard you can expect. This fabulous voucher entitles you to still more… Waiting for you on arrival you’ll have

• a bottle of Prosecco on ice (optional soft drinks or hot chocolate & marshmallows) • a box of luxury chocolates • use of luxurious dressing gowns and slippers Vouchers can be redeemed for stays from January 2nd to March 31st 2020. The offer price is £85 (the standard price for this package is £160). Once you order we will send an email acknowledgement and within 48 hours we’ll send a presentation voucher in a Christmas gift bag by post to give to the recipient. The voucher shows booking instructions so they can call to arrange their dream night. Booking dates are subject to availability but of course we’ll always try to give the best dates for your requirements.

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Happy New Year Park Life readers!

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e all make New Year's resolutions. We all break them. Usually within weeks. So, what should yours be this year, and how can you keep them longer than January. Well we’ve compiled a handy list of some of the most commonly broken resolutions and how you can stick to them in our local communities. So without further ado...

1. get fit This is a big one and let's be honest, the festive season isn’t doing us any favours. The key to getting fit is routine. We are surrounded by gorgeous countryside with plenty of scenic walks to take advantage of. Make a habit of getting out every night for a stroll, maybe a 30 minute walk on part of the West Highland Way, the John Muir way or just in a local park. Alternatively, you could join a Fitness class. There are many great ones locally, Kickboxing, Yoga, Zumba, Netball,Pilates, Dancercise, Ballet just to give you a few ideas. See pg 50. This is a great one to tandem with our next resolution...

2. take up a new hobby Most people do something once or twice then give it up. Let this new year be the catalyst that

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gives you the conviction to stick with something new and expand your horizons. And there are plenty of opportunities around here, why not improve your cooking skills at Nick Nairn Cook School or take up Lawn Bowls in Balfron, Strathblane, Stirling or Milngavie. Tennis and Golf are other popular hobbies in our area.

3. explore new places Don’t worry, you don’t have to be Indiana Jones to keep this one. There are many hidden gems in our communities and local areas to explore. For example, Duncryne in Gartocharn is an easy walk that gives splendid views of Loch Lomond or hike through the Campsies if you’re feeling particularly adventurous.

4. meet new people Going out and meeting new people is a daunting task for anyone, but it’s important to socialise and broaden our horizons. Thankfully, this goes hand in hand with many of the other resolutions on this list, and studies have shown that trying to complete resolutions is easier with other people. Join local running club or music group if you play(and if you don’t, why not try!)


5. volunteer

8. read more

This one isn’t just beneficial to you by improving your happiness and mental health, but more often than not helps other people in big ways. Get involved with your local community council and help out at meetings and projects or volunteer your time to Stirlingshire Voluntary Enterprise, which can help find opportunities which are right for you.

Books are a dying breed in the 21st Century. But a good book is helpful for relieving stress and helping shape a wider worldview. As our local libraries are threatened with closure, taking out a book to read for 10 minutes before bed has never been more important. As George R.R. Martin put it “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one”

6. spending more time with the family 9. make time for yourself We could all do with spending less time on our phones. And what better way to spend that time than with family. Go out and do something together. Whether it’s attending a club together, heading out for a walk or simply sitting talking for 10-20 minutes, it helps strengthen relationships. Try Go Ape in Aberfoyle with kids, go skiing in Bearsden or explore the many activities and walks around Mugdock Country Park.

7. drink less alcohol This is heavily tied to losing weight, as it in itself is calorie heavy as well as being linked to increased appetite. But drinking less alcohol has been shown to make people happier and improve their well being generally. But there is nothing wrong with a drink now and then!

Modern life is busy and stressful. That’s why so many people resolve to make some ‘me time’. And is something we should all try to make regardless of resolutions. A great way to make some is to tie it in with losing weight. Plug your earbuds in and go for a walk every night in your local park, it’s healthy for your body and mind. Alternatively, spend an hour doing something you enjoy, in or out of the house. Make sure to delegate tasks around the house to others if you can to free up time for yourself or ensure you use your full lunch break if you get one.

10. stop procrastinating So what are you waiting for! Get out there and make 2020 the best year it can possibly be.

Once again, Happy New Year from all of us at Park Life!

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A HUGE THANKS...

to everyone who came along to this year’s Gartness Beer Festival in support of the inspirational My Name’5 Doddie Foundation - over 350 folk drinking ales, beers, G&Ts, wine and Prosecco to help us raise £11,000 for charity! This could only happen with the help of all of our incredibly generous sponsors and volunteers, but particular thanks go to Duncan Family Farms, who gave us their barn and literally did all the heavy lifting, Parklife Magazine for their usual brilliant promotional work, Fraser at Shellfield Farm and Alex at Christie Butchers for the food, Claire Pocock who dealt so capably with all the finances, Euan Glen who was always there to do the dirty work and Kate Stockwell who designed the glasses/ tasting notes/ promotional materials and almost made us look like we knew what we were doing. Thanks also to Scott McColl for his successful auction bid and Archie Campbell and Family for their support. Our volunteers behind the bars and ticket desks were supposed to work to a rota but all stayed in place for the whole night - what an effort! Even during our brief, heart stopping for some of us, power cut the bar always had lights and power thanks to David Fraser at AFES in Balmaha. Can’t recommend them highly enough. Big thanks also to our bands Oldplay and Platform C who created such a great atmosphere and our legendary DJ Johnny North who kept it all together and filled the dance floor at the end of the night - I didn’t even know we had a dance floor! Keep in touch with http://www.gartnessbeerfestival where we’ll be adding photos, videos and links to our sponsors - send any of your own beer festival photos and videos to murray@mw-consultants.co.uk. We’ve also got a few of the limited edition My Name’5 Doddie beer festival pint glasses available at £5 each - contact Murray to purchase. Thanks again for everyone’s support and see you in October 2021 - our event is entirely accessible for any of your friends who would benefit from this next time. Best Gartness Beer Festival yet!!! Cheers!

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Warm and inviting treatment rooms and nail bar A wide variety of beauty and spa treatments Complementary and massage therapies Organic facials Spa day packages Treatments for cancer Gift vouchers Online booking available

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Christmas at EDENMILL

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Breakfast with Santa & Soft Play and Santa’s Grotto! Visit Edenmill on Saturdays & Sundays from 30th November - 22nd December. 9-11am for Santa & Soft Play and 12noon - 5pm for Santa’s Grotto! No pre-booking required for Santa’s Grotto - entry £8.95 per child. Santa & Soft Play includes: breakfast, Santa group story, soft-play and a gift. £6.50 for 2 and under & £12.95 for 3-10 year olds. Book now! Call Edenmill on 01360 771707 or email info@edenmill.co.uk

Cut your own Christmas Tree and save 50%! This year at Edenmill you can cut down your own tree and either take it away on the day or have it delivered to your door. Come along from 30th November and bring your own saw!

Christmas Turkeys

Order your Christmas turkey from our Farm Shop this year. Locally sourced, free range Bronze turkeys from Gartmorn Farm. Complete the order with the festive trimmings from Jim, the Edenmill Butcher. Contact 01360 771707 (ext 2 for the Farm Shop).

EDENMILL

FARM SHOP, CAFÉ & SOFT PLAY

OPEN 7 DAYS THE ATTIC

Find out more at:

EDENMILL

www.edenmill.co.uk and www.edenmill.co.uk/theattic Edenmill Farm, Stockiemuir Road, Blanefield, G63 9AX. Tel: 01360 771707

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Port of Menteith Primary School Pantomime – Jack and the Beanstalk Gartmore Village Hall 3rd Dec 2019 9.45am – 10.45am portofmenteithps@glow.sch.uk

Mother Goose Menzies Hall, Fintry www.fintrydrama.org.uk 28th-30th Nov 2019 5th-7th Dec 2019 Mother Goose is a larger-than-life, happy old bird but she’s fallen behind on her rent and is about to be evicted by her landlord, the nasty Baron. Then along comes Priscilla, a goose who can lay golden eggs, and Mother Goose’s fortunes are instantly reversed. However, things take a sinister turn with the arrival of the evil Nocturno, who offers Mother Goose the one thing she’s always wanted – beauty. But in order to be transformed, she must give up the Goose that lays the golden eggs! What will she do? Come along to one of our eight performances and find out!

Rapunzel: A Hair Braiding Adventure Macroberts Art Centre 22nd Nov – 31st Dec 2019 University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA Prices Vary

Snow White 14th – 31st Dec 2019 www.sec.co.uk Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs will be lavishly brought to life in a production packed full of magical mirrors, seven friendly dwarfs, an abundance of comedy, sensational song and dance and jaw-dropping 3D special effects, for which the annual SEC pantomime is so well known and loved.

Santa’s Sleigh Light Keeper Macroberts Arts Centre 26th Nov – 24th Dec 2019 For ages 5 and Under University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA Tickets: £10 / £36 Wee Group Saver

Festive Plays & Pantos!

Jack & The Beanstalk

King’s Theatre 297 Bath St, Glasgow, G2 4JN 30th Nov 2019 – 5th Jan 2020 Tickets: £12 Elaine C Smith and Johnny Mac will be back, swapping their magic carpet for Dame Trot’s farm to follow Jack and his family and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to Cloudland in another unmissable family show.

Funbox Presents Christmas In Toy Town Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Fri 13th December 10:30am & 1:30pm Ready...’Teddy’...Go! It’s time to get ‘dolled’ up and get your skates on because we’re heading to Toy Town for the brand new seasonal spectacular from Anya, Kevin, Gary and Bonzo the Dog (formerly of The Singing Kettle).

Mugdock Country Park Sleeping Beauty

Sat 30th Nov to Mon 30th Dec (various dates and times) www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk “Crystal ball, crystal ball, let your magic shine on all, bring me news of happy places. I’ll wipe the smiles off all their faces!” The famous story of a beautiful Princess who falls under the evil Red Fairy’s wicked spell. Poor Princess Rosie will sleep for 100 years, unless she is rescued by a kiss from a handsome Prince. Enter Chester…..the Jester! Not a Prince… But haud your royal horses! Can Chester, with a little help from the good White Fairy save the day? Find out in Fizzgig’s fabulously festive version of “Sleeping Beauty”! Booking essential 0141 956 6100 Cost £11 adults and £7 children.

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Water Park • Kayaking • Hamster Ball Canoeing • Fishing • Archery

Hardwood LOGS

Outdoor adventure activities for all ages and abilities Groups • Children Corporate Groups Group and Fun Days Take advantage of our equipment hire experience, we hire all equipment including Canoe and Bike Hire!

Go Country, Kinlochard, nr Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire FK8 3TL Tel: 01877 387750 0845 6437089 lo-call rate Email: info@gocountry.co.uk www.gocountry.co.uk

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Clay Pigeon & Rifle Shooting • Mountain Biking Gorge Walking • Climbing & Abseiling

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Net bags of logs Net bags of kindling Net bags of peat Bulk bags of logs

Barn dried, delivered & stacked. Call Blair day or evening

01786 870328

E: wdbuchanan@btinternet.com

As a family run business with over 25 years experience in horticulture and landscape design we are highly trained in the use of the latest garden machinery and tools. Our customer base is a mix of on-going domestic and commercial grounds maintenance . We work with local authorities and property factors and have seasonal and year schedules tailored to their individual needs. Our family prides itself on garden and landscape areas looking aesthetically pleasing on the eye.

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Inspiring Potential

• • • •

Sector leading Nursery Excellent academic results Outstanding outdoor learning Flexible and full-time boarding from Junior 5 • Scholarships and Bursaries available

Find out how we achieve excellent academic results and help every child to achieve their full potential.

Lomond School bus calls at Killearn, Drymen, Gartocharn and Balloch T: +44 (0)1436 672476 E: admissions@lomondschool.com

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Outsparkle everyone this Christmas OUR MOST DAZZLING RANGE OF CHRISTMAS GIFTS EVER - UNIQUE DINING EXPERIENCES FROM £59, COOKING EXPERIENCES FROM £79 & CELEBRITY CHEF EXPERIENCES FROM £195

To celebrate 20 years of the Nick Nairn Cook School, Nick’s invited some very special friends to put on 20 th unmissable cooking and dining experiences throughout 2020, including James Martin, Jean-Christophe Novelli, Phil Vickery, Atul Kochhar and more. Give them the gift with a sprinkling of celebrity sparkle - only available from the Nick Nairn Cook School. Buy a gift voucher for a 3 hour or 1 day cooking experience and let the lucky recipient choose a time, date and menu me to suit them. Or give them the gift of a unforgettable three course dinner with a glass of fizz cooked by Nick. Check out our range of best-selling foodie stocking fillers in our new online cook shop.

www.nicknairn.com or call 01877 389 900

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" Urgent Appeal for West Stirlingshire Volunteers

We believe everyone should have the opportunity of a social life, no matter how old they and we’d really love to hear from locals who can help us enrich the lives of the older generation in their communities.

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Lorna Dunbar Support Officer

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charity that has been combating loneliness in West Stirlingshire for more than 20 years has issued an urgent appeal for more volunteers. Re-engage, formerly known as Contact the Elderly, tackles social isolation among older people through regular Sunday afternoon tea parties and other activities.

are often transformed through this simple solution of some kindness and company over a cup of tea. The group, which covers Balfron, Fintry, Drymen, Buchlyvie and Killearn, has been going for more than two decades but is currently experiencing a shortage of drivers.

The monthly events are usually held in a local host’s home and guests are chauffeured to and from the gatherings by volunteer drivers – a crucial service that solves any transport worries for those who have difficulty getting out and about.

Lorna Dunbar, the charity’s support officer for the area says: “Social isolation is one of society’s biggest problems, especially among the older generation, but we see the huge difference social events like ours can make to someone who perhaps doesn’t have the chance to interact with others as much as they would like.

The West Stirlingshire group is one of more than 140 in Scotland with more than 1000 guests whose lives

“We believe everyone should have the opportunity of a social life, no matter how old, we’d really love

to hear from locals who can help us enrich the lives of the older generation in their communities.” Drivers are asked to devote just a few hours one Sunday a month to the charity. “It’s really not much to ask if you’ve got a spare Sunday afternoon and for anyone new to volunteering it’s an ideal way to get involved,” said Lorna. “Guests are usually over 75 and our volunteers are generally much younger so it’s also a great way to bring the generations together. I’m confident locals will step forward to help us out and I can guarantee they’ll get as much out of it as the guests – it’s just so satisfying to see the difference you can make to the life of someone who is feeling isolated.”

To find out more about becoming a volunteer or guest of Re-engage, please contact Lorna Dunbar at lorna.dunbar@reengage.org.uk or tel 01738 730249.

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ABERFOYLE

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WINTER WEEKENDS Join us on the weekends of 6 - 8 December 13 - 15 December 28 - 30 December

Late night shopping on 6 and 13 December until 8pm.

Reindeer parade - festive gift shopping log fires and dog-friendly bars - craft fair - winter walks - storytelling festive bike rides - carol singing - Santa’s Grotto - chestnut roasting!.

All begins with Xmas lights switch on and late night shopping evening at 6pm on Fri 6th December

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Cinema Listings Gartmore Community Cinema Bohemian Rhapsody Dec 20 - 8pm 12 Angry Men Dec 27 - 8pm The Sisters Brothers Jan 17 - 8pm Evening Screenings: (Door & Bar opens 7.30pm) Ticket Costs: Adults £4.00 Children £2.00 (Under 16) Season Ticket: £20.00 and free entry to ALL films. Tickets available on the door www.gartmorevillagehall.co.uk

Mugdock Cinema Booking Essential 0141 956 6100. £4 Adults Adult Cinema Club Elf Mon 2nd Dec 7.30pm www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk

Callander Film Society All films start 7.30pm Mary Poppins Returns Dec 15 Cold War Jan 12 Fisherman’s Friends Jan 26 Membership is open to anyone over 16 and gives free entry to all screenings in the programme. Membership costs £35, less than £3 per movie. Non-members are always welcome, tickets cost £5 at the door (£3 under 16). The Clanranald Theatre, St Kessogs, Ancaster Square, Callander, Stirlingshire, FK17 8ED. www.bfi.org

Strathendrick Film Society Matriarch 6 Dec Hot Fuzz 17 Jan 7:30pm Balfron High School. Entry for Non members - £5 Single Normal Membership - £25. Single Concession Membership - £20. Full time student (16-21) – Free

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Park Life Events December-January Smithy Gallery pg 17 Christmas Exhibition 1 Dec – Jan 2020

The Oak Tree Inn Meet Santa Dec 7th Onwards

pg 2

Stirling Winter Festival

pg 42

Loch Katrina

pg 3

Meet Santa, Festive Meals & Cruises New Year Cruises

Christmas at Edenmill

pg 24

Breakfast with Santa & Soft play & Santa’s Grotto. Saturdays & Sundays from 30 Nov – 22 Dec

Lodge Forest Visitor Centre pg 38 Christmas Market 7-8, 14-15 Dec 10am-4pm Craft & Activity weekends for all the family throughout the festive season

Helensburgh Winter Festival

30th Nov & 1st Dec 2019 A Festive Market offering a wonderful range of gifts and goodies to make your Christmas special and an international menu of street food to tantalise your taste buds. As always, Santa will be in his grotto, & the Ayrshire Reindeer will also be paying us a visit. www.helensburghwinterfestival.co.uk

Sea Life Loch Lomond Christmas Spectacular

17th Nov – 23rd Dec 2019 Enjoy a Festive Quiz Trail throughout the aquarium then make your way to our Santa’s Grotto to make Christmas Crafts and meet Santa – with a gift for every child!

The Magical Santa’s Grotto. Loch Lomond Shores Weekends from Sat 17th Nov – Sun 9th Dec and then daily until 24th Dec

Includes train ride, free amusement ride, elf storytelling and a visit to Santa. To book contact optiononejohn@hotmail.com

Christmas Markets Loch Lomond Shores Bavarian beer stall, donuts and hot chocolate , German bratwurst grill & Christmas decorations. Every Saturday and Sunday 10am - 4pm 30th Nov & 1st Dec 7th & 8th Dec 14th & 15th Dec 21st & 22nd Dec

Drive-In Movies

19th - 24th Dec 2019 Loch Lomond Shores Itison presents a host of Christmas movies. www.itison.com

OFF ROAD DRIVING | GUIDED TOURS BESPOKE FULL DAY ADVENTURES CORPORATE DAYS

Gartmore Village Hall Join Duncan and a host of friends including Chris Stout and Fraser Speirs for a Christmas get-together of fine music, banter and song Saturday 14th December 2019 Doors open 7.30pm, performance at 8.00pm Tickets £12.50 – available from Gartmore Village Shop (01877 382214) www.wegottickets.com or on the door BAR

0141 572 6339

www.4x4adventures-scotland.com

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Park Life Events December-January Christmas Shopping Fayre, Stirling Castle

3rd Dec 6pm-9pm Showcasing the very best of local Scottish brands, crafts and fine foods and drink. Stirling Castle £6 (under 16s free) www.stirlingcastle.scot

Drymen Christmas Market Sat 7th Dec 10-2pm Drymen Village Hall Handcrafted gifts from local businesses and charities. free entry, all welcome. Our Facebook page is Drymen Country Market.

Milngavie Makers Market

Mhor 84 Acoustic Roots Night

Live music every Thursday in Winter 7pm Mhor 84 Motel, Balquhidder

Gartmore Christmas Fayre Sat 7th Dec 2019 Gartmore Village Hall Stalls & light refreshments

Nick Nairns Foodie Fayre pgs 28 & 29 Sat 7th & Sun 8th Dec 10am onwards Festive Pizza pop up 12-9.30pm Free Entry & Parking www.nicknairn.com

Strathendrick Singers

7th Dec 10.30am – The Smiddy, Blair Drummond 8th Dec 7pm – Gartmore Village Hall 15th Dec 7pm – Killearn Kirk Come and join us for an evening of festive music including Britten’s

7th Dec 2019 11am-4pm Milngavie Town Hall

Ceremony of Carols as well as the usual favourites for all to sing along. Festive refreshments will be served at the interval. Tickets (£10, £3 for children) at the door or from choir members. Contact Amy Anderson at secretary@strathendricksingers.org.uk or Colin Cameron at media@strathendricksingers.org.uk

Gartmore Gigs: Duncan McCrone & Friends pg 33 Sat 14th Dec 2019 Gartmore Village Hall

The Fintry Inn

pg 48

Charity Christmas Quiz Mon 23 Dec Hogmanay Party with Ceilidh Band

Aberfoyle Winter Festival Weekends pg 31 6-8th, 13-15 ,28-30 Dec Put the joy in the festive season by ditching the malls and heading to the countryside. Come to Aberfoyle's

Stylish women’s clothing, accessories and much more

Moon of Drymen

Gift Vouchers Available Make Christmas shopping easier with a gift voucher from Moon. Add a bottle of fizzy wine and some chocolates for that extra special gift. New kids range ages 3-8 Now in stock.

Main Street, Drymen, Stirlingshire G63 0BG tel: 01360 660523

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Winter opening hours Mon to Sat 10-5


Park Life Events December-January Winter Weekends to enjoy your christmas shopping with log fires, winter walks, storytelling, chestnut roasting and a whole heap of craft, Christmas and family activities. aberfoyleweekends.co.uk

Strathcarron Singers 12th Dec 2019 – Denny Westpark Church 13th Dec 2019 – Falkirk Trinity www.strathcarronsingers.org

Fintry Sports Club Breakfast with Santa & Pop up shopping morning Sat 14th Dec 2019 9am-12pm Booking Essential – 01360 860 205

Forest Theatre Company West Stirlingshire Friends of Strathcarron Hospice Hogmanay Party McClintock Hall,Balfron

9pm -1am Music by The Hillaroos Bar and snacks. Entry £15 by ticket only. Tickets from Jean 07540620365 Rowan 07876683288 Rina 01360 440697 All proceeds from this event will be going to Strathcarron Hospice.

Stirling’s Hogmanay Main Event 31st Dec 2019 10.15pm – Gates Open Tickets: £12.50 Stirling Castle Esplanade

Big Burns Ceilidh pg 38 24th Jan 2019 7pm Gartmore Village Hall Tickets - £15 (Gartmore Village Shop) 01877 382214 www.wegottickets.com

Fintry Amateur Dramatic Society Calamity Jane Tues 24th – Sat 28th March 2020 www.fintrydrama.org.uk

Cameron House pg 45 Whisky Dinner Sat 18th Jan 7pm The Club House £45pp Burns Night Celebrations Sat 25 Jan 6-midnight

Buchlyvie 10K Sat 26th Jan 2019 www.entrycentral.com

Life Park

Events - December & Januar

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A wealth of local information is just @ click away...

I

n our increasingly interconnected world, it’s important to support and interact with local people and businesses. Here’s a handy online resource guide to your local communities:

By Curtis McLerie

Bearsden: • Bearsden Community Facebook Page (www.facebook.com/bearsdencommunity/) • Milngavie and Bearsden Buy, Sell, Swap and Freebies (en-gb.facebook.com/groups/195280640932384/ forsaleposts/)

Milngavie: • Milngavie Community Website (www.milngavieonline.com/) • Milngavie and Bearsden Buy, Sell, Swap and Freebies (en-gb.facebook.com/groups/195280640932384/ forsaleposts/) • Bearsden & Milngavie Ramblers (www.bearsdenandmilngavieramblers.org.uk/)

Strathblanefield: • Strathblanefield Website (www.strathblanefield.org.uk/home.html) • Strathblanefield Buy and Sell (www.facebook.com/groups/1645666295709065/ forsaleposts/) • Milndavie Pottery (www.milndaviepottery.co.uk/) • Strathblane and Blanefield Village Club (villageclub1911.org/) • Strathblane Community Council (strathblanecc.org.uk/)

Killearn Square

Killearn: • Killearn On the Web (killearnontheweb.co.uk/) • Killearn Buy and Sell (www.mylocalforum.co.uk/area/killearn stirling-3889/buy-and-sell-for-sale-wanted-in- killearn-170/) • Killearn Website (www.killearn.org.uk/index.html) • Killearn Village Hall (www.killearnvillagehall.co.uk/) • Killearn Kirk (www.killearnkirk.org.uk/) • Killearn Health Centre (www.killearnhealthcentre.com/) • Killearn Community Council (www.killearncc.org.uk/) • Killearn Bridge Club (www.bridgewebs.com/killearn/) • Killearn Tennis Club (www.killearntennisclub.org.uk/)

Croftamie: • Croftamie Community (en-gb.facebook.com/CroftamieCommunity/)

Fintry: • Fintry Development Trust (fintrydt.org.uk/) • Fintry Community Council (www.fintrycommunitycouncil.org.uk/) • Fintry Amateur Dramatic Society (www.fintrydrama.org.uk/)

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Balfron:

Port of Menteith:

• Balfron Community Website (www.balfron.org.uk/)

• Community Council (www.stirling.gov.uk/community-leisure/your community/port-of-menteith/)

• Balfron Community Council (balfroncc.org.uk/) • Balfron Buy and Sell (www.mylocalforum.co.uk/area/balfron stirling-5245/buy-and-sell-for-sale-wanted-in- balfron-170/)

Aberfoyle: • Strathard Community Council (www.ccstrathard.org/) • Strathard Community Trust (www.strathardct.org.uk/) • Aberfoyle Buy and Sell (www.facebook.com/groups/457427011019556/) • Aberfoyle Website (aberfoyle.co.uk/) • Aberfoyle...What’s Going On (www.facebook.com/groups/341558122720320/)

Kinlochard: Drymen Square

Drymen: • Drymen Community Council (www.facebook.com/drymencommunitycouncil/) • Drymen Community (www.facebook.com/drymen.community/) • Drymen Buy and Sell (www.facebook.com/groups/1670547383265774/) • Drymen Business Hub (www.drymenhub.co.uk/)

Kippen: • Kippen Community Council (kippencc.org.uk/) • Kippen Village Public Group (en-gb.facebook.com/groups/kippen/)

Arnprior:

• Strathard Community Council (www.ccstrathard.org/) • Kinlochard Website (www.kinlochard.org/) • Kinlochard Village Hall (en-gb.facebook.com/pages/category Community-Organization/Kinlochard-Village Hall-243524098992944/)

Callander: • Callander Community Council (www.facebook.com ourcallandercommunitycouncil/) • Callander Buy, Swap, Sell (en-gb.facebook.com/groups/391037074346755/) • Callander Website (incallander.co.uk/) • Callander Youth Project Trust (callanderyouthproject.co.uk/)

Brig-O-Turk

• Arnprior Farm (www.arnpriorfarm.com/)

Buchlyvie: • Buchlyvie Community Council (buchlyviecc.btck.co.uk/) • Buchlyvie Banter (www.facebook.com/groups/BuchlyvieBanter/)

Gartmore: • Gartmore Village Website (www.gartmore-village.co.uk/) • Gartmore Community Council (www.gartmore-village.co.uk/community council/4585212279) • Gartmore Village Hall (www.gartmorevillagehall.co.uk/) • Black Bull Hub and Pub (blackbullgartmore.com/)

Brig O’Turk: • Brig O’Turk Village Hall (en-gb.facebook.com/BrigoTurkHall/posts)

Stronachlachar: • Stronachlachar Page (incallander.co.uk/stronachlachar) • Strathard Community Council (www.ccstrathard.org/) • Strathard Community Trust (www.strathardct.org.uk/) www.parklifescotland.co.uk

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Christmas at The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre, Aberfoyle Christmas tree sales 30th November-24th December, 10am-4pm daily (closing at 2pm on 24th December) Tree prices from ÂŁ16

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Festive opening hours Throughout November until 23rd December: Daily, 10am-4pm 24th December: 10am-2pm

Christmas Market 7th-8th and 14th-15th December, 10am-4pm Do some of your Christmas shopping at our incredible Christmas market

Annual Tombola

25th-26th December: CLOSED 27th-31st December: 10am-2pm

14th December Lomond Mountain Rescue Team

1st January: CLOSED

will be at The Lodge with their hard-working dogs for their annual tombola

2nd January: 10am-2pm

Email thelodge@forestryandland.gov.scot or call 0300 067 6615 for more info

From 3rd January and throughout February: Daily, 10am-4pm

forestryandland.gov.scot/christmas

Find the perfect present this Christmas at

The Grail

Whisky, Gin, Craft Drinks Book a tasting

Gift Vouchers

Specialist Bottles 5 The Cross Doune FK16 6BH

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Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, House for an Art Lover is one of the city’s finest wedding and events venues, providing stunning architectural design with beautifully crafted menus and a dedicated team of staff to ensure a day to remember. n

WEDDING PACKAGES FROM ÂŁ60.50PP

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Your special occasion demands a spectacular venue. An anniversary, a landmark birthday, a retirement, a Christening... your private lunch or dinner will be carefully planned with you so that you can relax and have a wonderful time with your guests in truly beautiful surroundings. n

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win an ultimate spa day! with

Treat yourself to a bit of well-deserved ‘me time’ this winter with our compliments.

Family Ceilidh Tolbooth

Hogmanay Ceilidh Albert Halls

Skerryvore & Manran Albert Halls

Snow Play Tolbooth

14th Dec 2019 3pm Tickets - £10/£8

29th Dec 2019 7.30pm Tickets - £21/£25

31st Dec 2019 7.30pm Tickets - £60

Includes, a 55 minute treatment in one of our cosy treatment rooms. Choose from a warming aromatic massage, organic detoxifying facial or back massage and facial combo. Also, full use of leisure facilities (swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room), robe and slippers and healthy refreshment with herbal tea and Scottish shortbread.

20th Dec 2019 2pm/4pm Tickets - £26/£8.50

stirlingevents.org

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Wooden play equipment for the garden

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For swings, slides, forts, sandpits and lots more - visit our website.


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As Scotland’s oldest registered licensed premises, The Clachan Inn is steeped in history.

Large Whisky Selection • Real Ales • Beer List • Scottish Craft Gins Stone baked pizzas available sit in or takeaway. Restaurant with extensive menu and weekly specials. Food served all day - Now taking bookings.

Accommodation now available with beautifully refurbished bedrooms.

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Hewitt & Aker FINE FOOD AND WINE

Font colour: Cool Gray 8C

• Wide variety of Cheeses • Takeaway Sandwiches (you can order by phone) & Charcuterie • Unique collection of ceramics • Daily fresh Bread & Bakery (glutenfree breads included) as gifts filled with olives or confectionery & wrapped for you • Wine & Craft Ales • Large variety of Christmas • FIne Chocolates Hampers will be available made • Bespoke cheese & charuterie to order boards for your parties

6 Balfron Road, Killearn G63 9NJ Email: info@hewittandaker.co.uk www.hewittandaker.co.uk | Tel: 01360 550666

Stay at the gateway to the glorious Trossachs Our 2020 entertainment breaks are available to book now, please check our website or call our friendly reception team. In addition we offer full banqueting in our function room and can provide a number of catering options depending on the occasion and party size. From small informal family gathering through to large weddings and conferences our chefs can cater for most dietary needs and requirements.

Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire FK8 3UX | Tel: 01877 382 245 | Email: info@robroyhotel.co.uk | www.robroyhotel.co.uk

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LOCH LOMOND

WHISKY DINNER S AT U R D AY 1 8 TH J A N U A R Y | 7 P M THE CLUBHOUSE | £45 PER PERSON Celebrate the flavours of the season at our Loch Lomond Whisky Dinner at The Clubhouse at Cameron. We are proud to partner with Loch Lomond Whisky Group to bring to you an exclusive dining experience. Each whisky will be complemented by our Chef’s specially created four-course menu. TO BOOK CALL 01389 727 617 OR EMAIL THECLUBHOUSE@CAMERONHOUSE.CO.UK

C AM ERONH OU SE.CO.U K

BURNS NIGHT C E L E B R AT I O N S AT U R D AY 2 5 TH J A N U A R Y 6PM - 12 MIDNIGHT THE BOAT HOUSE Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life and the works of the great Scottish poet, Robert Burns. Your evening includes a welcome drink on arrival followed by a delicious four-course dinner, plus the highlight of the evening, the ‘Address to the Haggis’ then dance the night away in true Scot’s style to our Ceilidh band and DJ. ADULT £45 | CHILD £20 (AGES 5-12) UNDER 5’S FREE

TO BOOK CALL 01389 310 777 OR EMAIL EVENTS@CAMERONHOUSE.CO.UK C A M ERONH O U SE.CO.U K T&C’s: Shared tables of 10. Must be booked in advance, full pre-payment required, non-refundable non-transferable.

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LOCALLY ROASTED COFFEE INSPIRED BY OUR LANDSCAPE. Our selection of coffees are small batch, hand roasted to traditional methods in Scotland. Inspired by our local landscape we’ve carefully selected three individual and distinctive blends, each having their own unique character and flavour.

Love the Outdoors, Love Bees, Love Coffee!

LOOK OUT! THE DEADWOOD STAGE IS COMING TO FINTRY!

CALAMITY JANE TUES 24TH - SAT 28TH MARCH 2020 Stay up to date at www.fintrydrama.org.uk

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My name is Joanne and I’m the chef behind Geranium and Thyme, a small creative catering business based by Loch Lomond. I bring ten years experience from working throughout Europe. I create bespoke seasonal menus working with the finest local suppliers in the surrounding area, catering for small events, dinner parties, celebration cakes and freezer filling etc.

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Fresh food prepared using locally sourced ingredients where possible Open 12pm - Midnight Mon - Thur & 1am Fri & Sat • Sun 12.30pm - Midnight Food served from 12pm - 9pm every day • Sunday from 12.30pm Christmas Menu available from 1st December. Charity Christmas Quiz Monday 23rd December. Hogmanay Party with a ceildh band.

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TOWN & COUNTRY DESIGNS

FABRICS • WALLPAPER • LIGHTING • FURNITURE 16 BALFRON RD, KILLEARN G63 9NJ • T: 01360 550830

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Hand blown glass gifts, whisky glasses, baubles & oil lamps Christmas Sale - 30% off! 8 Dec 12 - 4pm

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EQUINE LAUNDRY SERVICE We use a trustworthy third party. The equine laundry uses only NIKWAX washing and proofing products for top quality results.

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Body Control Pilates - Jane Meek

Gartocharn

Monday

12.15pm

07759 182236

Body Control Pilates - Jane Meek

Gartocharn

Thursday

6pm

07759 182236

Thursday

9.45am & 8pm

07759 182236

Thursday

11.15 am

07759 182236

Body Control Pilates - Jane Meek Feldenkrais Method – Jane Meek

Blanefield

Blanefield

Zumba - Jane

Strathblane

Saturday

10am - 11am

07968 968944

Zumba - Jane

Strathblane

Tuesday

7pm - 8pm

07968 968944

Balfron High School

Mon & Thur

8pm - 9.30pm

Balfron High School

Wednesday

8pm - 9pm

Kore Kickboxing

Ladies Netball

07813 884202 All Abilities welcome

Balfron Gymnastics Club

Balfron High School

Saturday

10.30 - 5pm balfrongymnastics@mail.com

Balfron Gymnastics Club

Balfron High School

Thursday

5 - 8pm balfrongymnastics@mail.com

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Michelle www.studio63bookwhen.com

Linda’s Body Control Pilates (Beginners welcome) Tel: 07758 496 820 email@lindaspilates.co.uk Body control Pilates

Gartmore Village Hall

Mon & Fri

9.30am

Body Control Pilates

Bearsden Cross Church

Tuesdays

12.30pm

Body Control Pilates

Bearsden Cross Church

Thursdays

6.45pm

Body control Pilates

Tall Trees Aberfoyle

Wednesday 5.30pm & 6.45pm

Body control Pilates

Tall Trees Aberfoyle

Friday

12.30pm

Yoga & Mindfulness with Jenny

Tall Trees Aberfoyle

Wednesday

10am

Just do Pilates with Willie MacIntosh Tel: 07733 406464 West of Scotland Rugby Club

Guide Hall, Oakburn Ave, Milngavie Killearn Village Hall, Killearn

Thurs 7pm - 8pm (Multilevel) & 8.15pm - 9.15pm (Beginners) Fri 9.30am - 10.30am (Multilevel) & 10.45am - 11.45am (Beginners)

Monday 9.30am - 10.30am (Beginners)

Wednesday 7.30pm - 8.30pm (Beginners)

Thursday 11am - 12pm (Beginners)

Dancercise with Yasmin Tel: 07979 856837 Yasmin@Throthegrapevine.co.uk Evening Classes Morning Classes

McLintock Hall

Buchlyvie Village Hall Killearn Village Hall

Tuesday

7pm - 8pm

Tuesday

10am - 11am

Friday

10am - 11am

Desta Laiolo Ballet and Theatre School Tel: 07900 861396 Email: modestalaiolo@aol.com Musical Theatre, Modern/Jazz Saphire Awards, Broadway Tap Awards, Ballet RAD Classes from 4pm

Mondays Drymen. Tuesdays Killearn. Thursdays Bearsden.

Circuit Training with Shona Tel: 07507 500996. Strathblane, Wed 6.30-7.30pm & Thurs 6-7pm Classes start 8/9 January

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Family world powerlifting Champions based in Drymen!

P

aul Rutherford and his Son Ryan each put a mighty performance to claim gold in their respective weight categories at the 2019 World Drug-Free Powerlifting Federation’s World Championships Held in Halle Germany. At the World Championships, Paul heaved a combined weight of 510kg to claim the Welterweight title while Ryan lifted 607.5kg to win the Middleweight crown, this was Paul’s 5th World Title and Ryans 3rd. Daughter Hayley, whilst not competing this year also has 4 World titles under her belt making it a real family affair. Powerlifting is a test of brute strength but the personal trainer Paul Rutherford insists he is not a pushy parent and has no intention of pressuring his kids into continuing their powerlifting careers if they don’t want to. “I’m always proud of the kids and winning titles doesn’t make me any more or less proud of them. If they gave up powerlifting tomorrow, I wouldn’t be in the least bit bothered as it is something they are enjoying right now as a hobby and the moment they stop getting that enjoyment,

I’ll advise them to give it up.” Powerlifting is a distinct sport from weightlifting, while weightlifting is a technical sport consisting of just two lifts – the snatch and the clean-and-jerk, where the weight is lifted above the head – powerlifting is a test of brute strength and comprises three lifts – the squat, bench press and dead lift. If you would like to help the Scottish powerlifting family continue their success sponsorship is needed for their 2020 assault on Powerlifting dominance. you can contact Paul via his www.busyfit.co.uk or follow them on instagram at: www.instagram.com/teamrutherfordpowerlifting/ www.facebook.com/teamrutherford twitter.com/team_rutherford www.teamrutherford.co.uk

Feldenkrais Classes in Strathblane Movement is life - and it should be fun at any age, not just in childhood. The playful movements we explore in Feldenkrais will engage your nervous system in a gentle yet highly effective way to help you achieve greater comfort and efficiency in your body. With a flexible body comes a flexible brain and the chance to realise your full potential, both physical and mental.

It is never too late to learn and improve! • Thursdays 11.15-12.15 • Strathblane Village Club • £50 for 5 classes or £12 at the door Photo© Jonathan Thrift Feldenkrais Method® is the registered trademark of the Feldenkrais Guild UK Ltd. Reg. No. 1563759

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Are you starting, growing or just want to improve your business? Approachable, practical and pro-active accounting, tax and business service. Contact Stuart McDonagh FCA for a free initial consultation

• Installation • Service • Repairs • LPG • Landlords Certificates

SYKAM & Co, Chartered Accountants, Balfron

E: enquiries@sykamandco.co.uk W: www.sykamandco.co.uk T: 07791 718861

£50 for Call Out & Service

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T: 01389 601695 M: 07581 077302 E: Kggas_services@outlook.com

John Coubrough & SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS Est. 1961

Grant Coubrough, with over 35 years of experience can be depended upon to provide a professional, caring and dignified service in your time of loss. All funeral packages, including floral tributes, catering needs and memorial stones can be taken care of.

Golden Charter Funeral Plans are also available

• 24 Hour Service

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Designers and makers of bespoke metalwork

UNIT 1, DUNMORE STREET, BALFRON, GLASGOW G63 0TU Tel: Steve: 07908 544776 Elspeth: 07740 951608 E: info@tworavensforge.co.uk www.tworavensforge.co.uk

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MAGAZINE

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call us today:

01360 770708 07968 831313

Time served quality tradesmen Established in 2002

Services: • Re-roofing • Slating & Tiling • Soffit & Fascia

• Guttering Services • Velux Windows • Chimney Work

• Insurance & General • Roughcasting & Leadwork

We are a family business providing a range of services throughout Glasgow and the surrounding areas in Stirlingshire. All our quotations are free of charge and carry no obligation.

www.gs-roofing.co.uk • info@gs-roofing.co.uk 23 Kirkland Avenue, Blanefield, Glasgow G63 9BY

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BLINDS BLINDS BLINDS OUR PRICES CANNOT BE BEATEN 07595265062 NO JOB 07715559199 TOO

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Quality Upholstery and Curtain Fabric, Isle and Islay Mills, Ross, Wemyss, Bute, etc

FREE EXPERT INSTALLATION DAYTIME, EVENING & WEEKEND APPOINTMENTS

Traditional upholstery classes, Day, Evening & Weeklong classes Cushion making & revamp service, curtain making & track for sale

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Antique Chairs, Sofas & Stools, French, Georgian, Victorian etc Tel 01786 850 615 E: Colin.johnson6@btconnect.com The Old Schoolhouse, Ruskie by Stirling FK8 3LG

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STEWART REID Plumbing Services Bathroom Suites, Kitchens & Central Heating Fitted Boiler Exchanges No call out fees

Gutters repaired fitted & cleared

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Central Heating Systems Power Flush

to all my past and future customers

All plumbing enquiries contact Stewart: 07938 473571 Stewart.reid3467@gmail.com

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BUY ONE GET O FREE NE !

FK postcodes covered by Stirling Branch 01786 472335 stirling@apollo-blinds.co.uk 27 Cowane Street, Stirling FK8 1JW

G postcodes covered by Clydebank Branch 0141 941 1852 clydebank@apollo-blinds.co.uk *available on selected fabrics, promotions may change.

QUALITY KITCHEN MAKEOVERS BY LOCAL PROFESSIONALS • Excellent reputation • From simple door replacements to fully fitted kitchens

NEW KITCHEN FOR A NEW YEAR BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT NOW FOR INSTALLATION IN JANUARY 2020

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• Choose from a wide range of quality doors, worktops, appliances, sinks & taps • Installed quickly and cleanly by our own local professional fitters in just a few days

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Visit our website www.sdgaragedoors.co.uk

GARAGE DOORS

Your local garage door company

Don’t get caught in the rain... We can automate your exiting door.

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GARAGE DOOR REPAIRS • NEW DOORS SERVICING • POWER YOUR EXISTING DOOR

Golden oak sectional Door. Decograin finish with the real look of wood. Fully automated.

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Cables, Rollers, Springs, Locks, Frames, Fascias

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Make the most of your space extensions new build houses home offices Whether you want a contemporary or traditional design, we cover all aspects of the design process from initial sketches through to detailed design as well as negotiating the Planning and Building Warrant procedures.

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• TREE REMOVAL & TREE PRUNING • HEDGE & SHRUB TRIMMING • SITE CLEARANCE & STUMP GRINDING • TREE PLANTING & FIREWOOD

078 8069 6877 info@sorbustreeservices.co.uk www. sorbustreeservices.co.uk

Free quotes and advice offered.

We are a Local Gardening company who offer a wide range of landscaping and gardening services. All our work is carried out to the highest of standards and at the best prices possible. We ensure all of our customers receive exactly what they want and we will always give genuine and honest advice. We do not cut corners and all our work is quoted and provided in detail to our customers.

Professional Tree Surgeons • Tree Removals • Tree Pruning • Hedge Cutting • Stump Removal • Tree Surveys • Logs Our qualified, insured and experienced team is based in Doune, specialising in all aspects of tree surgery and arboriculture. Call or email Finn Millard for a free, no obligation quote.

FENCING SERVICES • TURFING SERVICES GARDEN CLEARANCE, MAINTENANCE HEDGE CUTTING • LANDSCAPERS • PLANTING LAWN MOWING • WEED CONTROL SOFT LANDSCAPING • PRUNING • SLABBING For more information contact:

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Experienced landscapers 1.5ton digger and driver hire. All aspects of landscaping undertaken at competitive prices. Free estimates. Booking now.

Driveways • Patios • Decking Fencing • Dry Stone Walling Digger Work David Haggerty T: 07950 613068 • E: haggertybros@aol.com

Friendly, family run business

Bring the exterior of your property back to life!

Spray Cleaning Service No need to retile! • • • • • • • •

Non-invasive No power washing involved Kills and removes mould & algae Continues to clean in the weeks following treatment Great results! Can restore a roof’s original colour Helps prevent regrowth Free gutter cleaning service included Testimonials available on request

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Tel: 07538 067772 | Email: headroofcleaning@yahoo.com

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Professional Tree Surgeons

full range of work with trees including: • Pruning & reduction • Tree removal & replacement • Consultancy & advice • Conservation & preservation

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GROUNDWORKS | LANDSCAPING | BUILDING

• Site clearance, excavations, foundations and driveway construction. • Land drainage, Drainage and septic tank installation. • Extensions, remodelling and conversions. • Garage, garden room and holiday cabin construction. • Patios, fencing, decking and turfing.

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MACINTOSH

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John Currie BR ICK & STONEWOR K

Stonework and PavingSkills Specialist Tr aditional

Stone Your Walling &Home Traditional For & Brickwork Garden Natural Indian & York Stone Paving Specialist Barn & Property Renovation • Bespoke Features Stone Walling & Traditional Dry Stone Walling • Steps &Brickwork Paths NaturalLime Indian & York Stone Paving Specialist Mortar Work & Repointing • Patios Barn & & Property Slabbing •Renovation Fireplaces Bespoke Features General Building & Property Maintenance Dry Stone walling CALL TODAY FOR FREE ADVICE & QUOTATION Lime Mortar Work & Repointing T: 01360 440893 M: 07966 864811 Steps & paths

E: johncurrie@hotmail.com Patios & Slabbing www.johncurriebrickandstonework.co.uk Fireplaces

For all your equestrian, agricultural & garden fencing needs

As farmers and horse owners we understand the importance of excellent fencing and services POO HOOVERING PADDOCK CLEANING

Monthly price plans available to help you keep on top of your poo picking. Helps reduce worm burden and risk of equine grass sickness. • • • • •

Stock & Equestrian Fencing/Garden Fencing All types of fencing erected, no job too big or small Fence maintenance Garden & tree clearing & maintenance Paddock maintenance,fencing, spraying & harrowing

Talk to us about how we can help you Free no obligation quotes • Quality service guaranteed MacIntosh Fencing

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General Building & Property Maintenance

call today for free advice & quotation Telephone 01360 550087 Mobile 07966 864811 Email johncurrie@hotmail.com From initial consultation and full colour design to complete garden build... all under one roof!

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To discuss your project and get a free estimate please call Dugie on Tel: 07734 069952

www.dugieclarkstonework.co.uk

Garages & Bothies Bridge Repairs New Houses & Extensions Garden Features Dry Stone Dykes Building Conservation Patios & Paving Private & Commercial Work Shandon Wood, Ruskie, Stirling FK8 3LG | Tel: 07734 069952Tel: 01786 850764 | Email: dugieclarkcm@btinternet.com

All types of quality timber buildings built to your own specification. Fencing, gates & decking Agent for Lidget Compton Concrete Garages Kersie Bank, Kersie Terrace, South Alloa, Stirlingshire FK7 7NJ Open Tel 01324 831033 / 0777 057 4461 www.patersonsgardenbuildings.co.uk 7 days

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GLASGOW STUMP REMOVAL

Glasgow, Edinburgh & Stirling

Tree & Hedge Stump Removal What we do with your unwanted tree stumps. Using lawn-friendly specialist stump grinding machines, Glasgow Stump Removal will grind your tree stumps into mulch, removing stumps 6 to 12 inches below ground level. The mulch is used to fill the hole to ground level. This enables the ground to be restored back to grass or flower bed, or it can be paved over. We use various machines to efficiently and effectively grind stumps of different sizes and in awkward access locations.

Arborist Services We also provide full arborist services through our associates, including felling, crown thinning and lifting, pollarding etc.

Come meet Cammy & The Team! Lennoxlea Garage provides MOT testing, servicing, repairs and diagnostics on all vehicle types. Your helpful, friendly and reliable local garage.

• Diagnostics & Fault Finding • Tyres & Exhausts • Brakes & Suspension • MOT Testing (Class 4) • Servicing • Repairs

TEL 01360 312532 VEITCH PLACE, LENNOXTOWN, G66 7JQ WWW.LENNOXLEAGARAGE.CO.UK

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AND Christmas food, gifts decorations & much more

Free quote & best price call or text Mike on

07802 355118 or 0141 356 6222 or email info@glasgowstumpremoval.co.uk

T: 01360 850525

Ward Toll, Near Aberfoyle G63 0QZ

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Natural Stone

Architectural ~ Walling ~ Paving ~ Ornamental All Enquiries Welcome

Thornhill: 01786 850400 | Livingston: 01506 873081 | info@tradstocks.co.uk

www.tradstocks.co.uk

Garden Magic from Cordless battery equipment from ÂŁ99 to power through your garden

Stirling Road, Drymen, Glasgow G63 0AA 01360 660 688 www.frasercrobb.co.uk

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property maintenance and repairs

painting and decorating (interior and exterior) ceramic tiling hardwood and laminate floor fitting joinery plastering all work considered

All types of painting& decorating work undertaken blainpainters@outlook.com www.blainpainters.com 07876 025219 / 01360 850441 43 Main Street, Buchlyvie FK8 3LR

for a free quote, call 01360 550542 or 07870 329349

J Brand Decorating All aspects of interior and exterior decorating and plasterwork undertaken.

5 Kiltrochan Drive, Balfron G63 0QJ

T: 01360 440 945 M: 07867672495 E: jackbrand@btinternet.com

STEWART HOLLINGTON ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS

DRYMEN TILING Professional Tiling Services

All Aspects of Wall & Floor Tiling Ceramic, Porcelain & All Natural Stone Repairs & Regrouting

Established Since 1983

Tel: 07810 194226

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drymentiling@btinternet.com www.facebook.com/drymentiling


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Buchlyvie Electrical

All Electrical Work Undertaken Electric Radiators Supplied and Fitted

Davie Haggerty Specialising in thermal dynamic electric radiators replacements for old storage heaters. Email: buchlyvieelectrical@aol.com

Fully Insured T: 07826 628320

CONTRACTORS ROOFING AND BUILDING SERVICES

Family business established for 20 years All aspects of roofing work carried out

SANDSTONE REPAIR & RESTORATION EPDM ROOFING SYSTEM (FOR FLAT ROOFS) ROUGHCASTING GUTTERS

S L AT I N G

A L L J O I N E RY W O R K view our work at:

Proprietor Gavin McGregor

www.rmcontractors.pro Tel:

01389 605352

Mob: 07519 267764

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imon Head Joinery Services

All Trades Contractor Domestic & Commercial Maintenance & Repair • • • •

Extensions New Builds Glazing Bathroom renovations

• • • •

Loft conversions Kitchens supplied and fitted All types of insurance work Window board-up service

No job too big or small Free Estimates Tel: 01764 682 710 | Mob: 07764 255163 Glendevon Cottage, Stirling Street, Blackford, PH4 1QA simonheadjoineryservices@hotmail.co.uk


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built on trust

solicitors & estate agents

Out-of-Hours and Home Appointments available. • • • •

Suzie Falconer Your Local Solicitor

Wills and Executries Power of Attorney Asset Protection Buying and Selling Property

0141 847 4946 suzie.falconer@walkerlaird.co.uk

www.walkerlaird.co.uk

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Andrew Anderson & Sons Funeral Directors Est.1969

“Stand Sure we will look after you & your family”

We are proud to offer a 24 hour caring and professional service to the local community.

A wide range of memorial stones are available. We can also clean and add further inscriptions to existing family memorials. CALLANDER, Funeral Home, Glenartney Road, Callander, FK17 8EB, Tel: 01877 330398 BALFRON, 64B Buchanan Street, Balfron, Glasgow, G63 0TW, Tel: 01360 441023 STIRLING, 90 Drip Road, Stirling FK8 1RW, Tel: 01786 237480

Email: info@anderson-funerals.co.uk • www.anderson-funerals.co.uk

Strathendrick Decorating & Plastering Interior, Exterior Paint Work. Ames Taping. Coving and all types of Plasterwork.

John Gault m: 07748 283947 Allan Denton m: 07984 549933

Keeping you... SAFE!

For ALL your locksmith services • Trusted Locksmith, fully DBS Police Checked. • All types of locks replaced. • Emergency call out, entry gained. • Locks upgraded to insurance standards.

Call Bill: 07377 632 703

Email: strathdp@hotmail.com

Email: bewing@lockforce.co.uk www.lockforce.co.uk www.parklifescotland.co.uk

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Accounting, Legal & Finance Baxter Accounting

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JMC Chartered Accountants 73 Sykam & Co Chartered Accountants 52 Walker Laird

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Activites & Kids Aberfoyle Winter Weekends 31 4x4 adventures Scotland

33

Caledonia Play

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Go Country

26

Heron House Early Years

18

Loch Katrine Cruises

3

The Lodge Forest Visitor Centre 38 Lonond School

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Architects & Consutants linearchitecture

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Malcolm Parry Architects 55 MW Cosultants

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Car, Bus, Taxi E Mac Bus

14

JGM Executive Travel

14

mackcabs

15

Christmas Trees Duff Christmas Trees

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Electrical Buchlyvie Electrical

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Stewart Hollington

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Food,Drink & Accomodation Ardunan Farm

5

Cameron House Hotel

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Edenmill Farm

24

Geranium & Thyme

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Hewitt & Aker

44

House for an Art Lover

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Loch Lomond Hideaways 19 Nick Nairn Cook School

29/29

Rob Roy Hotel

44

Scotia Spice

46

The Clachan Inn

42

The Fintry Inn

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The Grail

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The Oak Tree Inn 2 Town & Country 49 Funeral Services Andrew Anderson & Sons 75 Archibald Billet 77 John Coubrough Funeral Directors 52 Gift Shops Elin Isaksson Glass 49 Moon 34 Smithy Gallery 17 Wild Highlands 46 Wonderland 35 Garages Lennoxlea Garage (y mac) 67 Gardening & Outdoors Benview Garden Centre 67 Craig Tree Services 63 Cruachan Landscaping 65 Dugie Clark Clachan Mhor 66 Fraser Robb 69 Glasgow Stump Removal 67 Haggerty Plant & Landscaping 63 John Currie Brick & Stonework 65 MacColl/P.D. Stokes Landscaping contractors 68 Macintosh Fencing 65 Mow Town the Gardener 26 Paterson Garden Buildings Ltd 66 RTA & Doune Woodyard Ltd 71 S.Marshall Gardening Services 62 Scotia Contracts Ltd 64 Sorbus Tree Service 62 T D Trees 62 Tradstocks 69 Health & Wellbeing Feldenkrais Classes 51 Spa Persona 23 Tir Na Nog 51 Homes & Interiors Apollo Blinds 58 Colin Johnson Traditional Upholstery 57 Dream Doors 58

J Walker Interiors 57 Stellar Antiques 59 Steven Burgess Furniture 7 Town & Country Designs Coffee Shop 54 Trend Transformatiions 79 Two Ravens Forge 54 Watsinteriors & Flooring Ltd 53 Joiners Simon Head Joinery 72 Laundry Services The Laundry Lady 49 Logs & Fuels Hardwood Logs 26 Strathendrick Logs 15 Wood for Fuel 47 Painting & Decorators Blain Painters 70 Endrick Decorators of Killearn 77 Jack Brand Decorating 70 Rebecca Louise Decorating 59 Strathendrick Decorators 75 Photography,Media Marketing & Graphic Design Paul Saunders Media & Photography 74 Skep Design 61 Property Corum 80 Trades & Services Aberfoyle Satellite Company 72 Adrian Pirie 72 Bathroom Transformations 15 C-Mix 79 Drymen Tiling 70 Dunrite Plumbing 79 GS Roofing Ltd 56 Head Roof Cleaning 63 Homeworx Killearn 70 KG Gas Services 52 LockForce 75 Power Doors 57 RM Contractors 72 SD Garage Doors 59


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Archibald Billett

F U N E R A L D I R E C T O R S Expertise & experience to ensure you give your loved one the perfect send off. Archibald Billett Funeral Directors provide both traditional burial and cremation packages to suit all. We can arrange memorials and Floral Tributes on request. Pre paid funeral plans through Golden Charter are available to give your family peace of mind. Independent Funeral Director

Established Since 1955

Tel: 07718 759908 | Tel: 01877 382829 | Gualann, Gartmore, Stirling FK8 3RP | Email: a.billett@hotmail.co.uk

Of Killearn Professional, fully guaranteed, high standard of work carried out by qualified tradesmen. Interior and Exterior • Painting • Coving Paper Hanging • Ames Taping

Plastering Service Now Available Call Timmy Kearney for a free, no obligation quote. 51 Charles Crescent, Drymen G63 0BU Email: Tk@endrickdecorators.co.uk

Tel: 01360 660407 Mobile: 07591 586596 www.parklifescotland.co.uk

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Farmers Markets Buying local, regional produce at the market means lower food miles and benefits the local economy in terms of employment and growth.

FRANCE FARM FRIDAYS Every Friday 9am - 5pm. Beside Millennium Hall, Gartocharn. Family run market, selection of local produce including fruit and veg, cooked meats, cheese, eggs, butcher meats.

THE MARKET AT LOCH LOMOND SHORES 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month 10am. Homemade treats, arts and crafts, artisan food and drink and fresh produce from a wide selection of local producers and makers. There’s hot coffee and food to eat while you browse and plenty on offer to take home afterwards. For up-to-date information see our Facebook page.

MILNGAVIE FOOD HUB A FARMERS MARKET IN YOUR POCKET Shop online from over 20 LOCAL food & drink producers, then collect from The Fraser Centre, Milngavie (opposite Costa) on Fridays between 4&6pm. Low food miles. Zero wastage. Keeping 90% of what you

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spend in the community. You can Google us or order online at https://l.ead.me/milngavie or use our brilliant shopping app at https://l.ead.me/theapp The weekly online market closes at mid-night every Wednesday.

STIRLING FARMERS MARKET 2nd Saturday of each month 10am - 4pm. Port Street, Stirling. A very busy and well organised market with a superb cross section of produce from all over Central Scotland. The market is located in the pedestrian area of the city centre (outside M&S) and is within easy access of the main streets, car parks, rail and bus stations. www.stirlingfarmersmarket.co.uk

BENVIEW FARMSHOP Monday - Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 5pm. Incredibly well stocked and loads of gift ideas. Farm shop stocking veg, cheeses, preserves, biscuits and cakes. Tel: 01360 850525 www.benviewgardencentre.co.uk Ward Toll, Balfron Station G63 0QZ.

CALEDONIAN MARTS FARM SHOP, STIRLING Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8am - 2pm. Fruit and vegetables. Traditional handmade bread, fresh fish and shellfish and The Mart Cafe. Tel: 01786 450922 www.caledonia-marts.com

GLASGOW FARMERS MARKET 2nd & 4th Saturday in the month 10am - 2pm. Mansfield Park, Hyndland Street, Dumbarton. This market usually has around 40 stalls selling farm produce, locally grown vegetables, Scottish beef, lamb, venison and wild boar. A range of speciality producers have chutneys, jams, locally produced honeys and breads on offer as well as a good selection of Scottish cheeses. Fresh salmon and trout are usually available. Shellfish and other seafood are on sale when in season. www.scottishfarmersmarkets.co.uk Tel: 0141 287 2500


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FRESH LOCAL CONCRETE SUPPLIED 07771 562 661 www.cmix.co.uk

• Only pay for what you use

• No Waste

• Deliveries from 1m3

• No Part load charges

• Barrow Service

• No waiting charges

Need it Done Right?

DUNRITE PLUMBING Pride in Workmanship

Minor repairs to complete installation

Complete Bathrooms and Kitchens No call out charge FREE Estimates Fully Insured

T: 01360 550799 M: 07772944521 E: dunrite.plumbing3@gmail.com

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