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Waterfalls Near Loch Lomond
An account of waterfalls around Loch Lomond, Scotland within reach of Appletree Luxury Cottage, self catering holiday let.
Mar 17


The Falls of Clyde
A walk from New Lanark village up the riverbank to view the impressive Falls of Clyde
Feb 27


New Lanark - a stroll back into history
New Lanark village was a significant step both in village design and social provision. Now a UNESCO site it has been beautifully restored.
Feb 26


walk along the R.S.P.B. Loch Lomond Nature Reserve
The distant Campsie Hills viewed from Shandon Farm next to Appletree Cottage On the second of January we took a wonderful walk along the...
Jan 7


Frosty Comes To Croftamie
The recent frosty weather we've been having over the last couple of weeks has brought some beautiful clear blue-sky days to Appletree...
Nov 28, 2024


Over Dukes Pass to Loch Achray and beyond
After our journey up the back road from Drymen to Aberfoyle (see previous blog) we continued our drive northwards. Loch Achray looking...
Nov 20, 2024


A trip along the back road from Drymen along cycle route 7
A trip along cycle route 7 between Drymen and Gartmore.
Nov 13, 2024


Linlithgow Palace Explored
Linlithgow Palace is only 32 miles from Appletree Cottage and is well worth a visit. Accessed from the Borough Hall Square in the centre...
Aug 19, 2024


St. Michael's church, Linlithgow Palace
We discovered the ancient and historic church of St. Michael's Church, Linlithgow on a recent day out to Linlithgow Palace. Only 32...
Aug 7, 2024


Voyage to inchmurrin Island and its excellent restaurant
Inchmurrin Ferry arrives at the jetty at Arden on the west bank of Loch Lomond During this lovely weather, we took one of our favourite...
Jul 10, 2024
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