Balloch Castle Country Park affords wonderful views over Loch Lomond. The park comprises 200 acres (80 ha) of semi-rural ornamental woodland, parks, gardens, meadows, and shoreline. The castle itself is closed but still a fine building to admire.
Buchanan Castle is a spooky ruin on the outskirts of Drymen. The castle was commissioned by James Graham, 4th Duke of Montrose, in the mid-1850s after the family’s home, Buchanan …
14th Century tower house probably built by the Campbell family. It was used as a hunting lodge by James IV and Mary, Queen of Scots, visited in 1563. It's undergoing renovation at the moment.
The oldest recorded stronghold in Scotland. It sits on a massive lump of volcanic rock, so you can imagine it would be hard to conquer! May be closed so check ahead if you're visiting.
Loch Lomond is the largest lake by surface area in Great Britain. There are great views across the loch from the trails around Balloch Castle Country Park. The country park …