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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 great quality Scottish cuisine, with many of the ingredients sourced locally. Choose from a tempting range of desserts, including our homemade Loch Lomond Ice cream.
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Loch Lomond Coffee We ethically source and roast our own coffee in Balmaha, serving it in The Oak Tree and all of our coffee shops. You can buy bags of coffee for use at home, plus espresso flavoured chocolate bars when you next visit, or at our on-line shop.
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FEBRUARY - MARCH 2020 EDITION
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Your what’s on guide and advertiser for Loch Lomond, The Trossachs, Bearsden & Milngavie
"Taking my time to find the perfect photo is my way of finding peace of mind. The chance to walk and sit in nature is more beneficial to than just physical fitness. The benefits to my mental health are incredible and way better than any medication I've tried." Chris Cunningham
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Kuruba News �������������������������������������������������������12-13 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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FEBRUARY - MARCH 2020 EDITION
In This Edition... Happy New Year! Twenty-twenty (it does have a bit of a ring to it!) is upon us, and we look forward to another year with you, our readers and advertisers. In this issue we are blurring the line between reader and advertiser, since we have a business feature on pages 44 to 47. This is anchored by Business Gateway, letting you know of the support available for local businesses, particularly with free courses to improve business skills. Other business resources are featured too. This will become a regular item in Park Life, and useful
if you are running or starting your own business, or if you simply want to bring your skills up to date.
Katrina, Lisa, Heather The Park Life Team
Talking of local businesses, caterers Turnip the Beet are featured on page 18 with a short report on their Chistmas Dinner event. It’s so nice to hear a heartwarming story of people bringing the community together. Our entertainment listings are particularly varied in this issue, with live music, live theatre, live opera, cinema, exhibitions, and of course Dougie McLean live in Balfron. No reason to wear out your sofa- get out and about and enjoy the entertainment!
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Fallen Brewery and The Drygate Brewery No Beer, no Beer Festival! These companies provided all of their amazing beers, bars and expertise all for free! Feel free to thank them by buying their beers online. See you in 2021!!!
Cheers, Murray Gartness Beer Festival PS Still a few of the limited edition Doddie Weir glasses left. Call 07799 778086 for details.
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s Spring beckons, we ask – will this be the year that you get off your smartphone and instead use a camera to take photographs? If so, here are 9 top tips from local photographer Paul Saunders.
1. learn camera settings It may seem daunting to try and understand how a camera works and to work out what all the dials and controls mean. This is not helped by the manuals that the manufacturers send with their cameras. There are though some great videos on You Tube and all of Tom Ang’s books are excellent.
2. take less photographs Less is more. Think back to the days of film when each roll of film had 12, 24 or 36 exposures. You had to think carefully before taking a photograph. Don’t just rattle off loads of pictures with the aim of picking the best, instead take some time composing and carefully framing the picture. Think about the settings, the light, the story before taking the photograph.
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3. commit to a photography project A photography project is a great way to narrow down the focus on what you are photographing to really improve techniques. Think of a subject or theme that inspires you and then build a series of photographs on that theme.
4. capture emotion Capture natural moments, ideally ones where there is real emotion. Try to photograph a subject or scene that triggers emotions when viewed again by you (or others), maybe something that makes you happy, sad, laugh, cry, or any other type of emotion.
5. seek inspiration Find photographers whose work inspires you. Look at examples with fresh eyes and try to break down the key elements that you like about their photographs. You’re not looking to copy what they do, just understanding you feel that their work is so good.
6. stay sharp You can correct many things in editing software; however, your picture will need to be sharp. Practice on how to hold your camera really still (using your body to help keep the camera steady) and understand the shutter speed that you shouldn’t go below when handheld. Consider using a tripod to help during low light.
7. study light Start looking at light and discover how to work with it. Learn the difference between strong daylight and shade. Plan to make use of the Golden Hour, the first and last hours of daylight. See how shooting photographs at these times can produce beautiful results.
8. take your camera with you Ok an obvious one. But how many times have you seen a stunning scene and not had your camera with you? Keep a camera in your car, or with you when out and about so that you are prepared to capture a stunning scene that you see before you.
9. find new angles Don’t just shoot at eye level, get down low (or high) hunting out creative angles. Push your creativity. Paul Saunders photographs weddings, family portraits and businesses throughout the Park Life area. He also runs regular photography training courses at Balmaha. Visit his websites to find out more www.paulsaundersmarketing.co.uk and www.paulsaundersphotography.com www.parklifescotland.co.uk
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a journey from new zealand to gartmore
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teve and Donna, the new owners of Kuruba Kennels and Cattery have both been passionate animal lovers and worked with animals since leaving school. Steve worked initially as a shepherd in his native New Zealand with a team of ten working dogs. He became a successful sheep dog trialist, winning many open dog trial competitions and became the youngest dog trial judge in NZ at that time. Donna worked with horses and trained in natural horsemanship techniques in Devon and California. They met working on a tourist farm in Devon
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demonstrating horsemanship and dog trialling to the public. They moved to NZ together, along with Donna's horse Talisman, and this is where they married, and for 15 years managed a 6500 acre sheep and beef farm, had two boys, James and Riley who are now aged fourteen and seven. After visiting family two years ago in Scotland, they all decided their dream was to have their own business in the pet industry back home and six months later they arrived in Scotland with a few suitcases, their two Jack Russells, and Talisman the horse.
After almost two years of searching they came across Kuruba Kennels and Cattery and both knew they’d found not only a dream house and business, but also a fantastic location for scenery, schooling and community spirit! Another huge plus is that the owners, Colin and Di, built a successful and well-reputed business, and are currently training Steve and Donna so that the transition is as smooth as possible. They will have all the background info on their four legged guests so that the same great service continues. Steve and Donna have both devoted their whole lives and entire working careers to caring for a wide range of animals over the years - cats, dogs, horses, sheep, cattle, goats and deer. There's nothing they wouldn't do for the animals in their care. When Donna's horse was sick she camped in a tent next to his stable and barely left his side until he was totally better again. So they certainly know just how much people's four legged family members mean to them and will take great care to ensure they are well looked after. For more information please contact us: South Lodge, Gartmore, FK8 3S8 t: 01877 382706 m: 07885 639774 e: info@kurubakennels.co.uk w: kurubakennels.co.uk
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b flats – gartocharn's own special singing group!
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or almost twenty years, Kilmaronock Millennium Hall has been alive with the sound of music from this active singing fellowship of singers. Their distinctive blend of classical and popular music has won the hearts of audiences in various parts of the National Park area. Over the years, the singing has been interspersed by some memorable comedy sketches which proved to be popular with many members of the audiences. The singing group was formed in 1997 by Robin Barr, but it was not until 2001 that The B Flats produced their very first concert – Cafe Chantant. At that time, our numbers were quite limited, but the audience enjoyed the evening and for the first time, we were able to donate £900 to CHAS. This has become a way of life for the B Flats. To date they have
raised over the £30,000! During the intervening years, Robin led us in many concerts, often providing many arrangements for four-part voices, especially to suit our voices. In 2014, he expressed a desire to step down as conductor. The baton was handed to Linsey Campbell, with Rosalind MacGowan remaining as our very accomplished accompanist. The present situation is that Rosalind is acting as Interim Conductor, with her friend, Helen Barclay, standing in as yet another very accomplished accompanist! In 2019, Rosalind resumed her position as accomplished accompanist and now The B Flats have a new enthusiastic conductor, Cairi Edwards. Robin, in recognition of his sterling work as choir master/music arranger over the years, was installed as Honorary
President in 2014. He continues to be part of the choir whenever he is not in residence in Orkney! Helen Glasgow continues with her sterling work as Librarian, as does Lynn Simmers, who is our very able Treasurer. Membership is open, without audition, to all who live in and around the National Park. This provides an opportunity for those who like to sing but do not have a musical background. However, we do have a mixture of professional musicians and enthusiastic amateur singers in the group! The group meets every Thursday, in Kilmaronock Millennium Hall from 8.00pm until l0.00pm. For more information please contact the Secretary, Sheena Brennan 01389 753086.
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A New Year’s Resolution you can keep - no diet or exercise required! Have you been thinking "I really should make a Will" or "Maybe I should have a Power of Attorney"? A Will saves your loved ones time, stress and money in dealing with your affairs after your death, and ensures your assets are passed on in accordance with your wishes. A Power of Attorney enables someone you trust to manage your financial affairs and make decisions about your care or medical treatment if you become unable to do so yourself. What about the title deeds to your house? If you are the joint owner of the property, is your share of the house going to pass to who you wish with as little hassle as possible? Have you repaid your mortgage? Has it been removed from the title to your house? Perhaps you are concerned about what might happen to your assets should you go into long term care? Make your New Year’s resolution to discuss these matters with Suzie Falconer of Walker Laird. She is an experienced solicitor living in your area who is able to help with these and many more legal matters. She is available for out-of-hours or home appointments, first consultations are free and there is no charge if you decide not to proceed. Contact Suzie on 0141 847 4946 or suzie.falconer@walkerlaird.co.uk to find out more.
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Bringing people together at Christmas
" World Cuisine Deli and Catering Company situated in Killearn.
It was a fabulous day, so we hope to offer the same again next year and see the event grow.
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veryone can feel a sense of isolation from time to time, but for some it can be more than they can easily cope with. When that coincides with the Festive season the feeling is magnified enormously. Wouldn’t it be good to spend Christmas with people in the same boat? Laura from local catering specialists Turnip the Beet thought that her company was in a great position to help. She wanted to create a space for people of all ages, singles and couples, who were alone or isolated from friends and family at Christmas and bring them together for a special festive treat. The first, hopefully annual, Turnip the Beet Christmas Dinner took place on Christmas Day 2019. There were fifteen guests from a wide variety of backgrounds and the day was a resounding success. Turnip the Beet provided the catering with the help of donations from local suppliers Hewit and Aker (goose), and Flour Girl (Christmas cake). Visitors popping in kindly brought ad-hoc donations of wine, presents, mince pies and even home-made tablet. More volunteers helped with transport to and from the event. “It was a fabulous day”, said Laura, “so we hope to offer the same again next year and see the event grow”. Park Life loves to hear about initiatives like this, and we wish Laura success for future events.
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Seasons COLLECTION
Seasons is a celebration of happy times and special moments as Sheila and her husband, Rick, walked through falling leaves on the paths of Inverewe’s tranquil gardens.
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Walking the
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eople come from all over the world to walk the West Highland Way. The first stretch of the 96-mile walk from Milngavie to Fort William goes right through the heart of the Park Life area. Sometimes we can take for granted what’s right on our doorstep. To tempt you to walk a stretch or two we asked the See Loch Lomond team, (the on-line guide to Loch Lomond & the Trossachs) to pick some highlights to be found from Milngavie to Inverarnan.
Balmaha to Rowardennan • Enjoy the beaches and pretty views on the route which from Balmaha runs alongside the Bonnie Banks • Pay your respects at the memorial to the fallen soldiers of two world wars at Rowardennan. • Feeling energetic? Climb Ben Lomond, Scotland’s most southerly Munro
Milngavie to Drymen • Top your water bottle up at the new Scottish Water tap at the start of the walk. • Call into Glengoyne for a tour of the distillery and maybe a wee dram • Visit The Clachan in Drymen, Scotland’s oldest licensed pub
Drymen to Balmaha • Climb Conic Hill and take in the stunning views of Loch Lomond and the islands before descending into the village of Balmaha • Enjoy delicious home made ice cream at St Mocha Coffee Shop & Ice Cream Parlour
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Rowardennan to Inverarnan • See the magnificent Arklet waterfall at Inversnaid • Explore the RSPB reserve at Inversnaid • See Rob Roy’s Cave, just beyond Inversnaid
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Mugdock has lots of events and activities for 2020 and the Easter programme is no exception. From a mixture of Ranger led activities to ‘have a go craft’ sessions there’s something to attract everyone. Our new ‘what’s on’ booklet, starting from March 2020 is available in the Visitor Centre detailing all the events and activities for the next 6 months. You can also check out our website at www.mugdock-countrypark.org.uk or our facebook page and posters around the Park. Please check our website for prices and booking details for all the events below or call the Visitor Centre on 0141 956 6100.
Mugdock Sensational Safari Wonderful Welly Walk! No parents required. Suitable for 8-12 year olds. Tuesday 11th February 1pm - 4pm.
Drop in Craft Sessions
From age 5 + supervision. Tuesday 11th February 10am 12pm & 1pm - 4pm.
Lenzie Sensational Safari
Messing About on the Moss! No parents required. Suitable for 8-12 year olds. Wednesday 12th February 1pm - 4pm.
EASTER AT MUGDOCK!
Mugdock Sensational Safari
The Great Welly Walk! No parents required, suitable for 8-12 year olds. Tuesday 7th April 1pm - 4pm.
Drop in Craft Sessions
From age 5+ supervision. Tuesday 7th April at 10am - 12pm & 1pm-4pm.
Wildlife Weans, Mugdock
Fabulous Bird Feeders! Wednesday 8th April 10.30am - 11.30am or 1.30pm - 2.30pm.
Mugdock Sensational Safari
Under Water and Over Land. No parents required, suitable for 8-12 year olds. Thursday 9th April 1pm - 4pm.
Wildlife Weans, Mugdock
The Great Egg Hunt! For 5 years and under with their grown-ups. Friday 10th April 10.30am 11.30am or 1.30pm - 2.30pm.
Easter Fun at Mugdock Country Park
Celebrate all things spring-like and join in with some cracking activities! The search is on in our great Easter egg hunt, create a wildlife pavement art masterpiece,
and bring a hard-boiled egg for the egg rolling competition. Activities based around the Visitor Centre. Egg Hunt £3 per child. Tickets should be purchased from the Visitor Centre on arrival. Sunday 12th April 2pm - 4pm.
Children’s Cinema
Toy Story 4. Sunday 12th at 11am.
Wildlife Weans, Mugdock
Amazing Amphibians! For 5 years and under with their grown-ups. Tuesday 14th April 10.30am 11.30am or 1.30pm - 2.30pm.
Mugdock Sensational Safari
Woodland Discoveries. No parents required, suitable or 8-12 year olds Wednesday 15th April 1pm - 4pm.
Mugdock Castle Open Day
Saturday 28th March at 12pm 4pm. Come down to the Castle and have an opportunity to climb the tower and take in the magnificent views of the Park and beyond. You can also find out about becoming a Volunteer Castle Steward. Refreshment stall, raffle, children’s crafts and egg and spoon race.
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Our Weekend Pi zzas back! i
Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 February 12 noon – 9.30pm The pizza pop-up is back with two dates in February. We’re firing up the wood burning pizza oven to bring back pizza the way pizza should be - hand crafted, thin and crispy and using only the finest ingredients. Watch pizza Paul create your pizza masterpiece. Eat in or takeaway. Booking advisable to avoid disappointment.
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14 & 15 February 6.45pm-10pm £59.00 Nick’s Valentine’s Supper Club - Nick’s favourite Valentine’s dishes consisting of canapés, a main course and dessert, all served with a seriously good helping of anecdotes, tips and advice in Nick’s own inimitable style.
28 March 6.45pm-10pm £69.00 In 1986 he opened his first restaurant, Braeval, near Aberfoyle. Entirely self-taught, Nick was soon causing a stir with his fresh style of cooking, and just a year after Braeval opened he won the Scottish Field and Bollinger Newcomer of the Year Award. Four years later, Nick’s status as one of Scotland’s finest chefs was confirmed as the restaurant was awarded a coveted Michelin star. Join Nick for an evening of some Braeval favourites consisting of canapés, a main course and dessert, all served with a seriously good helping of anecdotes, tips and advice in Nick’s own inimitable style.
Personalise your gift and add a gift wallet for a ready-to-go present. Make it extra special - add a bottle of Champagne, Prosecco, Wine or a signed Cook Book and we’ll have it waiting at their table when they arrive.
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Rachel Speirs & Tim Bagley sing
Opera Classics Sunday 29th March 2020
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achel Speirs and Tim Bagley sing a selection of famous opera arias and duets alongside pianist Mike Nolan. Programme to include excerpts from Mozart's Don Giovanni, Puccini's Gianni Schicchi, and much more!
Rachel Speirs - Soprano Tim Bagley - Baritone Mike Nolan - Piano/Composer Doors open 7.00pm, Performance 7.30pm Tickets ÂŁ12.00 Available from Gartmore Village Shop Tel: 01877 382214 www.wegottickets.com or on the door. Licensed Bar. Meals available before the performance in the Black Bull call 01877 382054.
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Celebrating 10 Years of Dyslexia Help in Stirling Fiona Macdiarmid – well known to many families in the Stirling area as Director of the successful Kip McGrath Education Centre in Stirling – the Cellfield team are delighted to be celebrating this achievement and committed to helping more people unlock their potential.
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or the team at Cellfield in Stirling this year is a significant milestone because it marks 10 years since they started delivering the Cellfield Dyslexia Programme. Headed by teacher,
Dyslexia is estimated to impact around 10% of the population and there are many approaches and resources which can help people overcome this barrier to learning. What makes Cellfield unique is the relatively short period of time it achieves results and the fact that the gains achieved are consolidated in the months after completing the programme. This is only part of the story, however. As Fiona explains, “I consistently hear from families that Cellfield is life changing. This is because not only
are there improvements in reading and language, Cellfield also impacts positively on overall confidence and self esteem”. Fiona and her team are always impressed by the commitment shown by clients and what they achieve. “Cellfield is the most exciting development in education I have come across in my 30 year career and seeing clients’ progress makes it so rewarding”, says Fiona. To find out more, contact on 01786 447527 or visit www.cellfield.co.uk
Cellfield changes lives... Unlock Potential with Unique Dyslexia Programme
01786 447 527
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Cinema Listings Gartmore Community Cinema The Favourite Feb 14 - 8pm Parasite Mar 27 - 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 Toy Story 4 April 12 - 11am Booking Essential 0141 956 6100. £4 Adults www.mugdock-country-park.org.uk
Callander Film Society All films start 7.30pm If Beale Street Could Talk Feb 9 Vice Feb 23 Capernaum* Mar 8 The Favourite Mar 22 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). Callander Hostel 7.30pm Bar open and teas & coffees served from 7.00pm
Strathendrick Film Society Chocolat Feb 7 Manon Des Sources Feb 28 Green Book Mar 20 Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Society Apr 3 7:30pm Balfron High School. Entry for Non members - £5 Single Normal Membership - £25. Single Concession Membership - £20. Full time student (16-21) – Free 32 |
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Park Life Events February-March Loch Katrine Events pg 3 Mugdock Country Park pg 27 Cinema Listings pg 32 Cameron House Events pg 42 Balloch Run ‘n’ Park Sat 9:30am Balloch Castle Country Park How do you fancy a run around our National Park here at Balloch? West Dunbartonshire Athletics Club host a 2k & 5k run every Saturday at 9.30am, starting just inside the main gates of Balloch Park. There is no registration, no fee and no official recording of times, just turn up for a Run in the Park! The run is suitable for all ages but please note that children under 11 years of age must be accompanied by an adult and all participants run at their own risk. www.lochlomond-trossachs.org
Walk in the Park
FADS
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 10.20am, multiple locations.
The Deadwood Stage is headed for Fintry! Tues 24th to Sat28th March Evenings at 7:30pm with a matinee on Saturday at 2:00pm FADS is whip-cracking away in the Spring, with an all-singing, all-dancing production of Calamity Jane – the stage adaptation of the famous Doris Day film. Set in Deadwood City in the 1800s, we meet Calamity Jane, a sharpshootin’ tomboy, alongside cowboys, townsfolk....and professional gambler, Wild Bill Hickok. A merry romp ensues, with mistaken identities, unrequited love and - of course - a happy ending!
Trust in the Park health walks take place in the beautiful and nurturing surroundings of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. They are one of the best examples of a successful health walk programme in Scotland. Starting from just seven walkers in Callander, they now support over one hundred walkers! Join them for a free, fun and easy way to get fit and feel better. Choose from Aberfoyle (Mondays), Callander (Tuesdays), Arrochar & Tarbet (Tuesdays), Killin (Wednesdays), Balloch (Wednesdays) or Drymen (Thursdays), always at 10.20am. www.lochlomond-trossachs.org
Menzies Hall, Fintry. Tickets: Adults £12 / Under-16’s £8 Subscribe to our blog at www.fintrydrama.org.uk/subscribe to receive all our news and be notified as soon as tickets are on sale. www.fintrydrama.org.uk
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Park Life Events February-March Gartmore village Hall
Sunrise Mass.
Rachel Speirs & Tim Bagley See pg 30
Sun 29th Mar 7pm Killearn Kirk Tickets (£12 for adults, under 16s
Sing Opera Classics Sun 29th Mar Dorrs open 7pm Tickets £12
free) will be available at the door or
April-September Balfron Library
from choir members.
B Flats Spring Concert
The Moira Monologues See pg 35 Fri 7th Feb Doors open 7.30pm Tickets £12.50
Balfron Heritage Group presents Dougie McLean in Concert Sat 28th March 7.30pm Balfron Library
Strathendrick Singers Musical Coffee Morning
Balfron Radicals Exhibition
Millennium Hall, Church Road Gartocharn Fri 3rd & Sat 4th Apr 7.30 pm with bar Tickets obtainable from choir members and the village shop in Gartocharn
Tickets £20
Sat 22nd Feb 10 am -12 noon Killearn Kirk Hall Home baking, musical entertainment and much more.
Strathendrick Singers Spring Concert Join us on a musical tour of the Baltic region including Ola Gjeilo's stirring
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Stylish women’s clothing, accessories and much more
Moon of Drymen
Gift Vouchers Available Make Christmas shopping easier with a gift voucher from Moon.
50% OFF ALL Add a bottle of fizzy wine and some WINTER STOCK chocolates for that extra special gift. New stock arriving every week
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
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Get ready to have a splashing good time! • Your LOCAL pool • Open 7am• 10pm • Sustainably heated from our wood chip biomass boiler • Block bookings available • Book for parties
• Heated to 32oc • 10m x 4m • 1.2 m depth • Swimming lessons available • Weekly classes (all on website)
Book online at: www.arnpriorfarm.com/swimming t: 01786 870 481 e: hello@arnpriorfarm.com
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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!
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BEST PRICES PAID FOR ALL KINDS OF - ANTIQUES - VINTAGE - VINYL RECORDS - WHISKY BROKER
• Thursdays 11.15-12.15 • Strathblane Village Club • £50 for 5 classes or £12 at the door
FREE VALUATIONS CONSIGNOR TO AUCTION Photo© Jonathan Thrift
Feldenkrais Method® is the registered trademark of the Feldenkrais Guild UK Ltd. Reg. No. 1563759
Call Jane Meek on 07759 182236 or e-mail janemfr@tiscali.co.uk for details
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Stay at the gateway to the glorious Trossachs
Dinner Dance Breaks
4 course dinner + Live Band & Disco + Bed & Breakfast Only £65 per person 25th Jan • 1st Feb • 14th & 28th Mar • 18th Apr • 2nd May
Add extra night DBB for only £30pp Aberfoyle, Stirlingshire FK8 3UX | Tel: 01877 382 245 | Email: info@robroyhotel.co.uk | www.robroyhotel.co.uk
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TOWN & COUNTRY DESIGNS ACCESSORIES • CARDS • COFFEE SHOP 16 BALFRON RD, KILLEARN G63 9NJ • T: 01360 550830
Call Karen on 01389 721095
Commercial
Contract Hire for: Bed, Bath & Table Linen Laundering Linen for: Hotels • B&B’s Restaurants • Health Clubs • Hairdressers
Domestic
Laundry & Dry Cleaning • Service Wash Ironing • Pet Beds
LIGHT LUNCHES & FABULOUS BAKING ALL HOMEMADE • OPEN 7 DAYS
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Gin, Whisky, Craft Drinks Book a Tasting Gift Vouchers 0 Specialist Bottles £5
EQUINE LAUNDRY SERVICE We use a trustworthy third party. The equine laundry uses only NIKWAX washing and proofing products for top quality results.
Units 8 & 9, North St Ind Est, North Street, Alexandria, West Dunbartonshire G83 0EA
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Find the perfect gift for Valentines Day
Treat your Mum for Mothers Day 5 The Cross Doune FK16 6BH
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What’s on at EDENMILL Valentine’s Night for the Family
Saturday 15th February Can’t get a babysitter this Valentine’s Night? Come along to Edenmill with the whole family. Enjoy dinner for two while the kids visit soft play for dinner, soft play, a movie and popcorn. Booking times @ 6pm, 6.30pm or 7pm. £10.95 per child and adults pay for dinner as taken. BYOB. Pre-booking required, call 01360 771707 (Ext 3) or email info@edenmill.co.uk
Meetings at Edenmill Did you know we have a newly furbished meeting room at Edenmill? Reduced room hire rates throughout February and March. An ideal venue for a work meeting, away day or club meeting. Call to enquire on 01360 771707 (Ext 3) or email info@edenmill.co.uk. Why not make it an overnight stay with our 5-star bunkhouse, The Attic at Edenmill.
OPEN 7 DAYS
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Find out more at:
www.edenmill.co.uk and www.edenmill.co.uk/theattic Edenmill Farm, Stockiemuir Road, Blanefield, G63 9AX. Tel: 01360 771707
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WEDDING OFFER
40 DAY GUESTS 80 EVENING
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A F E A S T O F F L AV O U R S WA I T I N G TO B E D I S COV E R E D JA Z Z LU N C H AT T H E C LU B H O U S E S AT U R D AY 8 TH F E B R U A R Y & S A T U R D AY 2 1 ST M A R C H | 1 P M - 4 P M
Soak in the atmosphere and savour the sounds of live Jazz music. Featuring themed cocktails and a delicious seasonal menu, served in a spectacular setting. TWO COURSE £24.95 | THREE COURSE £29.95
To book call The Clubhouse on 01389 727 617 or email theclubhouse@cameronhouse.co.uk V E U V E C L I C Q U O T A N D C L O U D Y B AY FO O D A N D W I N E PA I R I N G D I N N E R T H E B OAT H O U S E T H U R S D AY 2 0 TH F E B R U A R Y | 6 . 3 0 P M
Indulge in a glamorous food and wine pairing experience and enjoy an exquisite four-course tasting menu. Each course will be accompanied by a perfectly paired glass of Veuve Clicquot champagne or Cloudy Bay Wine. £65 PER PERSON
To book call 01389 310 777 or email events@cameronhouse.co.uk M O E T & C H A N D O N C H A M PAG N E A N D W I N E PA I R I N G D I N N E R T H E B OAT H O U S E T H U R S D AY 1 9 TH M A R C H | 6 . 3 0 P M
Join us for an exclusive dining experience in collaboration with Moet & Chandon and Cloudy Bay. Delight in a four-course pairing menu highlighting the breadth of flavours and versatility of the champagne and wine. £65 PER PERSON
To book call 01389 310 777 or email events@cameronhouse.co.uk Q U OT E PA R K L I F E FO R 2 0 % O F F W H E N YO U M A K E YO U R B O O K I N G
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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 - Accommodation.
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Park Life Interview
with Simon Orr of Business Gateway
how did you get in volved with business gateway? With around two decades of experience in the banking and finance industry, I have developed a keen interest in helping businesses access various types of funding to get them started or grow into a new stage. I joined the Business Gateway Stirling team as a Business Adviser in March 2019. As an experienced relationship manager with substantial experience in banking, finance and business development, I pride myself on my relationship with clients, business partners and colleagues and therefore have a vast network. Throughout my career I have worked with many successful SME’s, commercial and corporate organisations in various industries, however, I think I have developed a particular interest in supporting the diverse tourism offering in Stirling.
what is it business gateway can provide in the park life area? Business Gateway in Stirling offers businesses practical help and guidance. Whether you're starting up or growing a business, we provide access to FREE publicly funded business support services. Trying to navigate all of the funded support and funding available can be a nightmare but Business Gateway can help directly support your business or put you in touch with the person in a partner organisation who can help. Our services range from 1-2-1 expert appointments to online resources, workshops, events and more.
do you support both new and established businesses We offer various services which support businesses at all stages from pre-start to expanding. Your business advisor will work with you to develop tools and services bespoke to your needs. In Stirling, 47% of businesses are rurally based and we understand that rural business issues can be very different to those based in the city and therefore I am the dedicated point of contact for rural businesses.
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tell us your favourite success story The creation of the Hub is a true testament to what can be produced when organisations work together. The Hub is owned and operated by Fraser C Robb, has been supported by Stirling Council, Forth Valley & Lomond LEADER programme 2014-2020 and The Scottish Government, through the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development. Business Gateway has helped support the business by providing 1-2-1 specialist marketing support via Paul Saunders Marketing through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and 1-2-1 business advice. STEP has also run events at the Hub and plan on organising more events at the Hub in 2020.
courses in february & march 2020 Strategy & Business Planning Wed 5 Feb 20 9.30-12.30
This workshop will have practical individual exercises that support the need for having a working business strategy.
Influencing & Negotiating Wed 12 Feb 20 9.30-12.30
The Influencing and Negotiation workshop explores ways to engage with your clients and customers.
Managing your People Wed 19 Feb 20 9.30-12.30
The workshop will focus on getting the most out of your workforce.
Untapping the Profit Potential of your Business Wed 26 Feb 20 9.30-12.30
This session will be about assessing the current 'health' of your business. It will focus on analysing sales and improving revenue. Delegates should bring 'representative' figures for their business
Marketing on a Shoestring Wed 4 March 9.30-12.30 Marketing that works for your business, no matter what the budget.
Linkedin for Business Mon 3 Feb 9.30-12.30
Want to boost your business with LinkedIn? We’ll take you beyond networking by showing you how it can market your products and promote your brand.
Twitter & Hootsuite Mon 17 Feb 9:30-12:30
A workshop for businesses that already use Twitter as part of their digital marketing strategy, and wish to produce more engaging content, reach a wider audience and measure the effectiveness.
Facebook for Business Mon 2 March 9:30-12:30
This workshop is designed for people who want to deepen their understanding of how Facebook can be used to engage with their target audience in order to boost conversions.
Pinterest, Instagram & Photography Mon 16 March 9:30-12:30
Find out how to use image sharing apps Pinterest and Instagram to grow your business. Learn how to shoot, process and upload photos. No one knows your business like you do. But for those times when you need advice, support or just a fresh pair of eyes, Simon now offers 1-2-1 adviser appointments in rural business hubs across Stirling.
book your next appointment here:
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are you digitally prepared for the future? W
ith the 4th industrial revolution upon us, Industry 4, it’s vital that your business has a digital strategy. The digital skills gap the UK is facing needs to be tackled head on by employers as it is essential to our future economic growth, innovation and internationalisation. However, despite moves by the government to increase the number of skilled staff in the workforce, growth in demand for digital skills across all sectors of the economy means the skills gap is continuing to widen too. It has been shown that businesses who are embracing digital technology are far more likely to engage with customers, are developing new processes to enhance and streamline their service, are far more likely to develop new products, and are able to in turn sell their products and services to a local and global market place, 24 hours a day and at a reasonably low cost.
Businesses now don’t have the comfort of putting off either upskilling current employees or recruiting staff to manage their digital presence. It is only a matter of time before such an oversight will impact on a business’s bottom line. It can be as simple as having a person manage your website and/or social media presence (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIN, etc.) in order to interact with your customer base and convert leads to sales. Assistance is available to employers via Skills Development Scotland (SDS) Training Partner, The TELL Organisation. TELL delivers a fully funded Digital Marketing Diploma by way of upskilling current staff or can assist you in finding a suitably qualified candidate via their free candidate selection service.
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For further information on how TELL can assist your business contact Lynne Somerville on 01389 726555 or via lynnes@tell.co.uk
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• New Facilities - ideal for any size of business. Based above the Fraser C Robb showroom. (Lift access available) • Free Parking - High Speed Broadband, No commitments - use the space when you need it. • Hot Desks - Popular with people working remotely, or for those looking for quiet work spaces away from their homes. £15 per day. • Meeting Rooms - ideal for meeting suppliers, clients or for conducting interviews. From £80 per day. • Conference Facilities - for larger meetings, seminars and events. £POA.
Above Fraser C Robb showroom, Stirling Road, Drymen, G63 0AA @DrymenBusinessHub
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Body Control Pilates - Jane Meek
Gartocharn
Body Control Pilates - Jane Meek Body Control Pilates - Jane Meek Feldenkrais Method – Jane Meek
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Monday
12.15pm
07759 182236
Gartocharn
Thursday
6pm
07759 182236
Blanefield
Thursday
9.45am & 8pm
07759 182236
Thursday
11.15 am
07759 182236
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
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Thurs 1pm - 2pm (Beginners)
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)
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Dancercise with Yasmin Tel: 07979 856837 Yasmin@Throthegrapevine.co.uk Evening Classes Morning Classes
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Studio63 Gym & Physical Fitness Centre
Studio 63 located at Killearn Mill Business Park is transitioning to a Functional Fitness Studio! We have been working hard to build a service that is personal, inclusive and fun for all the family. We are open to any age, any gender and especially any fitness level. Our workouts are functional, varied and infinitely scalable depending on your ability.
CLASSES AVAILABLE HIIT • Stats • Kettlebells • Circuits • Yoga Clubbercise • BoxFit • LBT • Tabata Bootcamp • Core Conditioning • Pilates Acrobatic Classes • Mummy & Me • Barre Metafit • Personal Training • Bikram Yoga Dedicated Kids Corner • Kids Parties
We aim to increase your ability in 10 components of fitness. Cardiovascular Endurance, Strength, Stamina, Agility, Flexibility, Balance, Power, Speed, Coordination and Accuracy. We also have a lot of fun getting you there. Functional Fitness exercises train your muscles to work together and prepare them for daily tasks by simulating common movements you might do at home, at work or in sports. While using various muscles in the upper and lower body at the same time, functional fitness exercises also helps to strengthen your core stability. Our functional fitness studio offers a number of group exercise classes including Kettlebells, Clubbercise, Spin, Bikram Yoga, Circuits, LBT & Box n Burn. To name a few. Remember our daytime classes are baby & child friendly. We even have a playroom & baby pen. Members are able to use our Functional Studio outside of group exercise classes, Open Studio Sessions. We have a fantastic range of equipment for you to enjoy. From Rigs to Air Bikes, from Battle Ropes to TRX, from Concept 2 Rowers to Cable Machines, from Slam Balls to Sled Runs & of course a huge range of Free Weights. If you’re struggling with your mundane gym routine and feel like you’re just not getting the results you want, join us for a free session, it’s all you need to get hooked! Free Drop in session. Look around, ask questions, try our equipment. Contact for a free trial. 50 | Michelle www.parklifescotland.co.uk
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am super excited to announce the opening of my fabulous new studio in Aberfoyle! We offer classes throughout the week in Pilates, Yoga & Mindfulness, plus provide Osteopathy and biomechanical assessments. We are going to be adding weekend workshops too, of varying themes, so you can really deepen your practice and take extra time out to de-stress and have more you time. Pilates has been in the press a lot recently, and quite rightly so. It is an amazing method whereby you build the necessary foundations for efficient movement. We work on mobility, strength, balance and body awareness. Class size is kept small but I also offer 1-2-1’s. I’m very hands-on! I’ll guide you into the perfect positions so you feel the exercises work, bringing nutritious movement to every part of your body. Booking is essential.
Jenny Livingstone teaches Yoga & Mindfulness every Wednesday at 10am for a blissful 90 minutes. Jenny trained in the Iyengar Method in 1980 and has studied Buddhist meditation for 30 years. Mindfulness has been proven to improve your ability to cope with stress and Jenny is the perfect soul to guide you through it. Dropin’s welcome. I am thrilled that other movement teachers are going to join the team at Tall Trees. There will be more classes on offer soon! Watch out for more details on Facebook and my website. For more information please contact me either by email or text.
Osteopathy can be a key part in your recovery from any pain or strain, from top-to-toe. I’ve had years of experience, qualifying in 2007 and run Bearsden Osteopaths since 2013. I am incredibly happy to now be working in Aberfoyle, in my beautiful studio. I hope you love it as much as I do!
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Nature Hub open seven days 10am-4pm (11am-3pm in winter)
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SPB Scotland Loch Lomond is a special place for wildlife. Located on the south-east shores of the loch, the site has a variety of habitats from ancient woodlands to wildflower meadows and swampy grasslands. RSPB Scotland has been managing the site in partnership with Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park and Scottish Natural Heritage since 2012 to make it an even better home for nature.
Seasonal Highlights
Spring – The woods are full of bluebells, and summer migrants start to return, filling the air with song. Listen out for wood warblers and redstarts. Summer – Ospreys search for salmon and other fish in the Endrick Mouth. Wildflowers are in bloom. Butterflies including small pearl-bordered fritillary are often seen. Autumn – Migrating birds, such as ducks, thrushes and waders, stop over to feed on the reserve. Winter – Greenland white-fronted, greylag and pink-footed geese gather in large numbers to take advantage of the sheltered roosting and feeding sites.
Families: Your Adventure Starts Here! RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond is the ideal place for families to go on an adventure. Fun, self-guided activities like den building & birdwatching are available at any time, or you can hire one of our explorer backpacks or bug hunting kits (available when Nature Hub is staffed). Come and explore the underwater world by pond dipping (available when hub is staffed, April until mid-October) £3, £2 RSPB members.
The Airey woodland trail winds through the woodlands, past a small pond and out into a field nicknamed 'Orchid Field' because of the amount of orchids found here in the summer. The Viewpoint Path is fully accessible and leads to views of Ben Lomond and Surrounding Hills while overlooking the fen and woodlands of the reserve. If you would like to hire a guide to get a personalised tour then please contact us for more information (MaySeptember, charges apply). Part of the work we do at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond involves carrying out wildlife surveys. Previous surveys have brought us five spotted crakes (there are only 80 pairs of this secretive bird in the whole of the UK) and the discovery of the rare Great Otter Spider. This spider has not been recorded in Scotland since 1994, so, coming across it here, while on a dragonfly training course, was very special indeed. Other wildlife highlights have been catching glimpses of otters and pine martins on our cameras, witnessing ospreys fishing over the water and watching flocks of wintering geese feeding in the fields on site.
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Families are more than welcome on our guided walks. For intrepid explorers we would recommend wellies. The trails at Nature Hub are suitable for pushchairs. Prices: Entry to the Nature Hub and trails are free. There are charges for events, guided walks and equipment hire. To find out more about visiting, volunteering or about any of our work contact us: RSPB Loch Lomond, High Wards Farm, Gartocharn, Alexandria, G83 8SB. E: rspb.org.uk/lochlomond T: 01389 830670
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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.
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Glasgow, Edinburgh & Stirling Tree & Hedge Stump Removal What we do with your unwanted tree stumps.
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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
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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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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 www.parklifescotland.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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Accounts, Business & Legal Baxter Accounting
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Drymen Business Hubb
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JMC Chartered Accountants
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Walker Laird
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Activities, Entertainment & Kids Arnprior Farm
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Calamity Jane
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Gartness Beer Festival
8
Dougie McLean Concert 36 Go Country
26
Kip McGrath/Cellfield
31
Loch Katrine Cruises
3
Mugdock Country Park 27 The Moira Monologues 35 Architects & Consultants linearchitecture
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Malcolm Parry Architects 55 Morris Architects
54
MW Consultants
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Car, Bus & Taxi E Mac Bus
14
JGM Executive Travel
14
Electricians Buchlyvie Electrical
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Stewart Hollington
70
Food, Drink & Accommodation Ardunan Farm
5 & 79
Cameron House Hotel
42
Edenmill Farm
39
House for an Art Lover
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Nick Nairn Cook School
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Rob Roy Hotel
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Town & Country Coffee Shop 38 The Clachan Inn
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The Oak Tree Inn
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Funeral Services Andrew Anderson & Sons 75 Archibald Billet
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Moon 34 Sheila Fleet Jewellery 20/21 The Grail 38 Wonderland 33 Gardening & Outdoors Benview Garden Centre 68 Craig Tree Services 63 Cruachan Landscaping 65 Dugie Clark Clachan Mhor 66 Fraser Robb 69 Glasgow Stump Removal 67 Green Thumb 19 Haggerty Plant and Landscaping 63 Harper Garden Services 68 Holly Nairn 61 John Currie Brick and Stonework 65 Loch Ard Land Services 68 Macintosh Fencing 65 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 Studio 63 50 Tall Trees 51 Feldenkrais 37 Tir Na Nog 25 Homes & Interiors Apollo Blinds 58 Colin Johnson Traditional Upholstery 57 Dream Doors 58 Edge of the wood 54 J Walker Interiors 57 Kitchen & Bathroom Interiors 55 Stellar Antiques 37 Town & Country Designs Coffee Shop 54 Trend Transformatiions 14 Two Ravens Forge 54
Ventrolla Scotland
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Laundry Services The Laundry Lady
38
Logs & Fuels Hardwood Logs
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Wood for Fuel
7
Painters & Decorators Blain Painters
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Endrick Decorators of Killearn 77 Jack Brand Decorating
70
Strathendrick Decorators 75 Pet Services Kuruba
12 & 13
Photography, Media Marketing & Graphic Design Paul Saunders Media & Photography
24
Skep Design
48
Plumbers Bathroom Transformations 9 Dunrite Plumbing
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KG Gas Services
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Stewart Reid Plumbing Services 57 Property Services Corum
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Trades & Services Aberfoyle Satellite Company 72 Adrian Pirie
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Bathroom Transformations 9 C-Mix
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Drymen Tiling
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GS Roofing Ltd
56
Head Roof Cleaning
63
Homeworx Killearn
70
LockForce
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PBM Joinery
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Power Doors
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RM Contractors
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SD Garage Doors
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Simon Head Joinery
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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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