Did you know?
- Loch Lomond is 24 miles long and is home to 22 islands and 27 islets.
- Inchconnachan, an island in Loch Lomond, is home to a herd of wild wallabies, which were brought to Scotland in 1940.
- The World's Oldest Football was made in Stirling and discovered behind the paneling of the Queen's Chamber in Stirling Castle.
- The first record of attempted flight took place at Stirling Castle. John Damian flung himself off the battlements in 1570, wearing a pair of feathered wings.
- Loch Lomond has its own monster. Sights of a beast resembling a plesiosaur or a large crocodile have been reported on several occasions.
- The historic Carron Ironworks, near Falkirk, was the birthplace of the 'Carronade', the cannon which allowed the British Navy to 'rule the waves'.
Food & Drink
There is a huge array of great restaurants and places to eat in Stirling, Loch Lomond, & The Trossachs region. Expect to find picture-perfect city-centre diners, cosy inns with hearty Scottish food, historic estates and everything in-between.
Venues
Take your delegates breath away with stunning unique venues and hotels. From the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, a grand royal castle or a fourteenth century battlefield, events in this spectacular area of Scotland will be rich in culture and personality.
Experiences
Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs offers an abundance of adventure. Full of history, hidden islands and stunning scenery, there are an array of activities on offer to suit everyone. From team building to medieval banquets, guests will leave with memories to treasure.
Loch Lomond off road driving experience
Medieval banquet in Stirling Castle
Green highlights
Stirling, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs are the gateway to the rugged landscapes of the north but are also a beacon for conservationism and at the forefront of tackling the climate emergency in Scotland. Being the first local authority to form a Sustainable Growth Agreement with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), Stirling is dedicated to its vision of being a fossil fuel-free region by 2045.
Stirling council - climate action and sustainability
Stirling Council Sustainable Growth Agreement
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park conservation
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park peatland restoration
Smart Cities by Scottish Cities Alliance