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Loch Lomond & The Trossachs
Castles & Heritage

The area surrounding Lomond Woods and Callander Woods is rich in history, with fascinating castles, ancient sites, and heritage attractions to explore. Whether you're interested in clan battles, royal connections, or local legends, there’s plenty to uncover throughout Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.

From grand historic landmarks to hidden ruins nestled in the landscape, these sites offer a great way to combine sightseeing with storytelling. Here are our top recommendations for a memorable day out.

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The Hill House

Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh G84 9AJ
7 miles to Lomond Woods

Cared for by the National Trust for Scotland. Anyone with a passion for design and architecture will love the Hill House, Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s domestic masterpiece on a grand scale. Discover the visually arresting mix of Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Scottish Baronial and Japonisme architecture and design.

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Doune Castle

Castle Road, Doune FK16 6EA
30 miles to Lomond Woods

Explore this 14th century courtyard castle in Doune, with a striking 100 ft high gatehouse and one of the best preserved great halls in Scotland. Doune is a popular filming location and has featured in Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Game of Thrones and Outlander. 

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Dumbarton Castle

Castle Road, Dumbarton G82 1JJ
6 miles to Lomond Woods

Dumbarton Castle is located in the ancient capital of Scotland and is spectacularly sited on a volcanic rock overlooking the River Clyde. The iconic Rock of the Clyde has heritage as breathtaking as its views over the Clyde, Loch Lomond and Argyll.
 

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Scottish Maritime Museum

Dumbarton, G82 1QS
7 miles to Lomond Woods

Located on the site of the former, influential and innovative William Denny Shipyard, the museum features the world’s first commercial ship testing facility, the Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank. Discover how William Denny and Brothers’ innovative approach to shipbuilding made waves in the shipbuilding industry from the 1800s to 1963. 

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Stirling Castle

Castle Wynd, Stirling FK8 1EJ
30 miles to Lomond Woods

Stirling Castle is one of Scotland's most historically important sites and was once a favoured residence of the Stewart kings and queens who held grand celebrations at the castle. you can meet the costumed characters in the roles of bodyguards, court officials, maids of honour and servants who will welcome you into 16th century life.

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National Wallace Monument

The Abbey Craig, Stirling FK9 5LF
32 miles to Lomond Woods

Experience breathtaking views at one of Stirling’s most distinctive landmarks, and learn about the man who became a National Hero. Stirling’s famous landmark stands above the fields where William Wallace led his troops to victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge and tells the story of the patriot and martyr who became Scotland’s National Hero.

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The Old Town Jail

St John Street, Stirling FK8 1EA
16.5 miles from Callander Woods

Hear the histories of our places of punishment – and the bloody, bizarre and sometimes baffling tales of the Burgh’s heroes and villains. These characters come to life through excellent performance tours.
 

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Rob Roy's Grave

Balquhidder FK19 8PA 
15 miles from Callander Woods

Rob Roy MacGregor, the folk hero and Robin Hood of the highlands, is buried in the atmospheric churchyard of Balquidder Kirk 
 

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Inchmahome Priory

Port of Menteith, By Kippen FK8 3RA
8 miles from Callander Woods

Cross Scotland’s only lake to explore a peaceful, wooded island chosen as a monastic sanctuary. Robert the Bruce sought solace at Inchmahome Priory and Mary Queen of Scots found safety here as a child. 

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