HELLO Autumn
Visit Helensburgh & Lomond in the autumn!
Only 45 minutes by train from Glasgow, and within easy reach of both the west coast and central belt of Scotland, Helensburgh & Lomond is the ideal location for an Autumn visit.
- Visit the gardens at Glenarn, or explore Geilston Garden and Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s Hill House (both National Trust for Scotland).
- Have an adventure on one of the local trails like the John Muir Way and Three Lochs Way or Argyll Sea Kayak Trail – you can even go munro-bagging!
- Take a boat trip on the Clyde and get up close to the wreck of the Sugar Boat or hire a boat and explore the lovely Loch Goil.
- Browse in our unique shops, or relax in fabulous cafés and restaurants.
Autumn Events (September-November)
December
06dec06:3009:45Sunrise Goose Walk RSPB Loch LomondGartocharn, Loch Lomond
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts on the loch and from surrounding areas, as they fly off to their daytime feeding spots. We’ll guide you to a viewpoint at the shore of Loch Lomond, where you can immerse yourself in the early morning wildlife spectacles.
This walk is approximately 2.5 km each way offering opportunities to connect with nature and capture stunning moments along the way. It will be dark on the way down to the loch shore. We recommend wellingtons or sturdy walking boots and don’t forget to dress warmly! The crisp morning air by the loch can be very chilly. The exact meeting time and location will be shared via email to those booked, closer to the event.
6 December 2025 6.40am
14 December 7am
11 January 2026 7am
24 January 6.40am
7 February 6.15am
Book online at https://events.rspb.org.uk/lochlomond
Time
Location
RSPB Loch Lomond
High Wards Farm, Gartocharn, Alexandria, G83 8SB
06dec10:0012:30Children's Nearly New Clothes SaleRhu
Event Details
In aid of the Church Tower Fund at Rhu Church. Clothes to be delivered to the church hall on the day before between 9.30-11.30am,
Event Details
In aid of the Church Tower Fund at Rhu Church.
Clothes to be delivered to the church hall on the day before between 9.30-11.30am, articles that are not donations should be named, priced and marked if to be returned if unsold. You keep 1/2 of selling price, 1/2 goes to the Rhu Church Tower Fund.
Please attach labels securely, we accept no responsibility for missing labels. No Jumble please.
Time
Location
Rhu and Shandon Parish Church Hall
Gareloch Rd, Rhu, Helensburgh, G84 8RP
06dec(dec 6)19:0013(dec 13)22:00Dumbarton People's Theatre - PantomimeDumbarton
Event Details
Dumbarton People’s Theatre brings you this year’s pantomime Snow White (and the Seven Vale Grannies) running 6-13 December (excluding Sunday) at the Denny Civic Theatre,
Event Details
Dumbarton People’s Theatre brings you this year’s pantomime Snow White (and the Seven Vale Grannies) running 6-13 December (excluding Sunday) at the Denny Civic Theatre, Dumbarton.
Tickets available in November!
Time
Location
Denny Civic Theatre
St Marys Way, Dumbarton, G82 1NL
08dec19:30Cove and Kilcreggan Literary SocietyCove
Event Details
The Cove & Kilcreggan Literary Society has speakers invited to give talks on a wide range of social, scientific and cultural topics. Our season runs from October
Event Details
The Cove & Kilcreggan Literary Society has speakers invited to give talks on a wide range of social, scientific and cultural topics. Our season runs from October through to March. The talks start at 8.00pm every other Monday evening. There is a Christmas Party and our season ends with an AGM plus Quiz in March. Each talk is followed by a prize draw plus tea and biscuits and a great chance to catch up with other members. Only £20 for the whole season, guests are welcome at £3 per evening. Tea and biscuits plus the popular raffle. Contact: cklitsoc@mail.com
last talk before Christmas is on Monday 8th December, Cove Park – A Unique Residency in Rural Scotland for National and International Artists, Creative Practitioners, Researchers, and our Local Community by Alexia Holt, Director, Cove Park.
Christmas refreshments and a prize draw. Guests are very welcome at £3 entry.
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09dec10:3012:00The Arts Society Lomond & Argyll 2025-2026 EventsHelensburgh
Event Details
The Arts Society Lomond and Argyll have an exciting line-up of events. These are open to Members (free) and Guests (£10) – visit https://www.tasla.org.uk/
Event Details
The Arts Society Lomond and Argyll have an exciting line-up of events. These are open to Members (free) and Guests (£10) – visit https://www.tasla.org.uk/ to find out about Membership! Lectures are held on the 2nd Tuesday of every Month At Victoria Halls, Helensburgh at 10.30am, with coffee available beforehand from 10am.
9th September 2025 From Downton to Gatsby By Andrew Prince
14th October 2025 The Baroque Country House by Amy Lim
11th November 2025 Tintoretto, painter of the people by Julia Musgrave
9th December 2024 Christmas Ghosts by Kirsty Hartsiosis
13th January 2026 The History of Opera by Jamie Hayes
10th February 2026 The Glasgow Girls by Elaine Hansen
10th March 2026 Bad Behaviour by Mark Fisher
14th April 2026 Poetry, Passion and Painting by Michael Howard
12th May 2026 The Sutton Hoo Ship Burial by Mark Cottle
9th June 2026 History of Embroidery by Susan Kay-Williams
Time
09dec19:4522:15Scottish Country DancesHelensburgh
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society run classes and dances from October to March. Full schedule at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/ and
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society run classes and dances from October to March. Full schedule at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/ and dances held at Helensburgh Parish Church Hall or Cardross Parish Church Hall. Tickets £12
2025-2026 season
25 October 2-5pm, Matthew Maclennan, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
15 November, 2-5pm Susan MacFadyen, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
9 December (Tuesday Club Christmas Dance), 7.45-10.15pm Màrtainn Skene, Pillar Hall, Victoria Halls
13 December (Christmas Dance), 7.30-10.30pm Sandy Nixon Band, Cardross Parish Church Hall
10 January (Members Dance) 7.30-10pm Matthew Maclennan, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
14 February (Charity Dance) 7.30-10.30pm Ian Muir Duo, Cardross Parish Church Hall
1 March (Nice and Easy Afternoon Dance in aid of Alzheimer Scotland- Helensburgh Dementia Resource Centre) 7.30-10.30pm Susan MacFadyen Duo Cardross Parish Church Hall
Plus Half day school and dance 28th March details at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/half-day-school-26/
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11dec19:15Cove & Kilcreggan Film SocietyCove
Event Details
Join Cove and Kilcreggan Film Society for screenings on the second Thursday of October, November, January, February and March. Extra films and special screenings to be announced as
Event Details
Join Cove and Kilcreggan Film Society for screenings on the second Thursday of October, November, January, February and March. Extra films and special screenings to be announced as the season progresses. More info at https://www.facebook.com/ckfilmsoc/
11 December, The Grand Budapest Hotel, 2014, 1 hr, 40 mins, drama-comedy
Director Wes Anderson, starring (among many others) Ralph Fiennes, Tilda Swinton and Adrian Brody
A writer encounters the owner of an ageing, run-down, once-magnificent hotel in the fictional eastern European country of Zubrowska. The owner tells him of his early years as a lobby boy during the Second World War, and in flashbacks, the extraordinary plot twists and events illustrate just how he came to own the hotel. Nominated for 8 Oscars, won 4.
Doors open 7.15 for 7.45 screening. £5 for entry, members free. Free popcorn, and you’re welcome to bring your own refreshments – glasses available in the Hall. Hope to see you there!
Time
13dec19:3022:30Scottish Country DancesHelensburgh
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society run classes and dances from October to March. Full schedule at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/ and
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society run classes and dances from October to March. Full schedule at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/ and dances held at Helensburgh Parish Church Hall or Cardross Parish Church Hall. Tickets £12
2025-2026 season
25 October 2-5pm, Matthew Maclennan, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
15 November, 2-5pm Susan MacFadyen, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
9 December (Tuesday Club Christmas Dance), 7.45-10.15pm Màrtainn Skene, Pillar Hall, Victoria Halls
13 December (Christmas Dance), 7.30-10.30pm Sandy Nixon Band, Cardross Parish Church Hall
10 January (Members Dance) 7.30-10pm Matthew Maclennan, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
14 February (Charity Dance) 7.30-10.30pm Ian Muir Duo, Cardross Parish Church Hall
1 March (Nice and Easy Afternoon Dance in aid of Alzheimer Scotland- Helensburgh Dementia Resource Centre) 7.30-10.30pm Susan MacFadyen Duo Cardross Parish Church Hall
Plus Half day school and dance 28th March details at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/half-day-school-26/
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14dec07:0010:00Sunrise Goose Walk RSPB Loch LomondGartocharn, Loch Lomond
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts on the loch and from surrounding areas, as they fly off to their daytime feeding spots. We’ll guide you to a viewpoint at the shore of Loch Lomond, where you can immerse yourself in the early morning wildlife spectacles.
This walk is approximately 2.5 km each way offering opportunities to connect with nature and capture stunning moments along the way. It will be dark on the way down to the loch shore. We recommend wellingtons or sturdy walking boots and don’t forget to dress warmly! The crisp morning air by the loch can be very chilly. The exact meeting time and location will be shared via email to those booked, closer to the event.
6 December 2025 6.40am
14 December 7am
11 January 2026 7am
24 January 6.40am
7 February 6.15am
Book online at https://events.rspb.org.uk/lochlomond
Time
Location
RSPB Loch Lomond
High Wards Farm, Gartocharn, Alexandria, G83 8SB
21dec15:0016:30Ceilidh Dancing ClassHelensburgh
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Ceildih Dancing Class. Sundays 3-4.30pm Helensburgh Parish Church26 October (first
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society Ceildih Dancing Class.
Sundays 3-4.30pm Helensburgh Parish Church
26 October (first class free)
30 November
21 December
£5 per adult or £10 per family, includes juice and a biscuit, all welcome
Info at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/ or Contact Anne Thorn am_thorn@hotmail.co.uk
Time
21dec19:00Sunday @ Seven ConcertsHelensburgh
Event Details
All concerts start at 7pm and last about an hour. Entry is free although there is a retiring collection to help pay for the series.
Event Details
All concerts start at 7pm and last about an hour. Entry is free although there is a retiring collection to help pay for the series.
21 September 2025 – Lea Shaw (Mezzo-soprano) with Derek Clark (piano)
19 October 2025 – Mackintosh Ensemble present ‘Life Cycles’
26 October 2025 – 60th Anniversary Season Opening concert – Helensburgh Hymnfest
30 November 2025 – Anthony Moffat (Violin) with Derek Clark (piano) ‘ Vive la France!’
21 December 2025 – 7.30pm – ‘Come and Sing’ Christmas Concert
25 January 2026 – Mozart – Gran Partita K.361 (Serenade for 13 wind instruments)
22 February 2026 – Jamie MacDougall (tenor) 60 years in Song
15 March 2026 – Stainer’s ‘The Crucifixion’
29 March 2026 – Lomond School
26 April 2026 – Music for friends – Brahms Piano Quintet in F minor
31 May 2026 – Sean Nelis – Requiem
28 June 2026 – Kilted tenors
Time
Location
Helensburgh Parish Church
Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh, G84 8UP
January
10jan19:3022:00Scottish Country DancesHelensburgh
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society run classes and dances from October to March. Full schedule at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/ and
Event Details
Helensburgh and District Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society run classes and dances from October to March. Full schedule at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/ and dances held at Helensburgh Parish Church Hall or Cardross Parish Church Hall. Tickets £12
2025-2026 season
25 October 2-5pm, Matthew Maclennan, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
15 November, 2-5pm Susan MacFadyen, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
9 December (Tuesday Club Christmas Dance), 7.45-10.15pm Màrtainn Skene, Pillar Hall, Victoria Halls
13 December (Christmas Dance), 7.30-10.30pm Sandy Nixon Band, Cardross Parish Church Hall
10 January (Members Dance) 7.30-10pm Matthew Maclennan, Helensburgh Parish Church Hall
14 February (Charity Dance) 7.30-10.30pm Ian Muir Duo, Cardross Parish Church Hall
1 March (Nice and Easy Afternoon Dance in aid of Alzheimer Scotland- Helensburgh Dementia Resource Centre) 7.30-10.30pm Susan MacFadyen Duo Cardross Parish Church Hall
Plus Half day school and dance 28th March details at https://rscds-helensburgh.org.uk/half-day-school-26/
Time
11jan07:0010:00Sunrise Goose Walk RSPB Loch LomondGartocharn, Loch Lomond
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts on the loch and from surrounding areas, as they fly off to their daytime feeding spots. We’ll guide you to a viewpoint at the shore of Loch Lomond, where you can immerse yourself in the early morning wildlife spectacles.
This walk is approximately 2.5 km each way offering opportunities to connect with nature and capture stunning moments along the way. It will be dark on the way down to the loch shore. We recommend wellingtons or sturdy walking boots and don’t forget to dress warmly! The crisp morning air by the loch can be very chilly. The exact meeting time and location will be shared via email to those booked, closer to the event.
6 December 2025 6.40am
14 December 7am
11 January 2026 7am
24 January 6.40am
7 February 6.15am
Book online at https://events.rspb.org.uk/lochlomond
Time
Location
RSPB Loch Lomond
High Wards Farm, Gartocharn, Alexandria, G83 8SB
13jan10:3012:00The Arts Society Lomond & Argyll 2025-2026 EventsHelensburgh
Event Details
The Arts Society Lomond and Argyll have an exciting line-up of events. These are open to Members (free) and Guests (£10) – visit https://www.tasla.org.uk/
Event Details
The Arts Society Lomond and Argyll have an exciting line-up of events. These are open to Members (free) and Guests (£10) – visit https://www.tasla.org.uk/ to find out about Membership! Lectures are held on the 2nd Tuesday of every Month At Victoria Halls, Helensburgh at 10.30am, with coffee available beforehand from 10am.
9th September 2025 From Downton to Gatsby By Andrew Prince
14th October 2025 The Baroque Country House by Amy Lim
11th November 2025 Tintoretto, painter of the people by Julia Musgrave
9th December 2024 Christmas Ghosts by Kirsty Hartsiosis
13th January 2026 The History of Opera by Jamie Hayes
10th February 2026 The Glasgow Girls by Elaine Hansen
10th March 2026 Bad Behaviour by Mark Fisher
14th April 2026 Poetry, Passion and Painting by Michael Howard
12th May 2026 The Sutton Hoo Ship Burial by Mark Cottle
9th June 2026 History of Embroidery by Susan Kay-Williams
Time
14jan19:0021:30Horticutural Society TalksVictoria Halls
Event Details
Helensburgh and Gareloch Horticultural Society hold a series of talks, free to members, non members welcome £5, more details on the HGHS website.
Event Details
Helensburgh and Gareloch Horticultural Society hold a series of talks, free to members, non members welcome £5, more details on the HGHS website.
10 September Planting the seeds of hope – Horatio’s Garden. Chelsea Lowe.
8 October A social and historical perspective of Geilston Garden. Alana Ingram.
12 November Sally Morgan: Would you be the best judge of the Chelsea Flower Show Garden? Dougal Philip and Lesley Watson, Hoptoun Gardens
14 January Hisotry of the honey bee. Colin Sherwood
14 February: Truly hardy perennials, Helen Knowles.
11 March Introduction to fuchsias with practical demonstration. Andrew Cathcart and Tom Sneddon.
22 April AGM and spring bulb competition
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18jan19:30Music Society ConcertsHelensburgh
Event Details
Join Helensburgh Music Society for their seasonal programme of events, held at Helensburgh & Lomond Civic Centre: Programme for the 2025/26 concert
Event Details
Join Helensburgh Music Society for their seasonal programme of events, held at Helensburgh & Lomond Civic Centre:
Programme for the 2025/26 concert season
Sunday October 12th 2025 Maxwell String Quartet https://helensburghmusicsociety.org.uk/node/39
Saturday November 29th 2025 Lauren Zhang piano https://helensburghmusicsociety.org.uk/node/41
Sunday January 18th 2026 Chloé Piano Trio supported by The Tunnell Trust https://helensburghmusicsociety.org.uk/node/40
**Saturday February 7th 2026 Scottish Opera’s Opera Highlights Venue: Victoria Halls for this concert only, £20 for an adult ticket and £6 for under 26s https://helensburghmusicsociety.org.uk/node/42
Sunday March 22nd 2026 ADlibitum violin / accordian https://helensburghmusicsociety.org.uk/node/43
Single tickets: online (preferred) or card/cash on the door: Adults £15, Students £5, under 18s £1
Season ticket for 5 Concerts £50 Book online at https://helensburghmusicsociety.org.uk/booking
Helensburgh Music Society presents a series of 5 concerts each year, between October and March, in the form of performances by Professional Ensembles or Solo Recitals. Our concerts, in the Helensburgh and Lomond Civic Centre on Clyde Street, Helensburgh, are open to everyone. An evening out listening to beautiful music, and a chance to meet friends over an interval drink. Ticket prices are low, especially the season ticket. We encourage performers to talk to the audiences, introducing both themselves and the pieces of music they are playing, expanding on the programme notes so adding to the accessibility of the music. Each year the programme we present, features a variety of performers and instrumental combinations. We also include repertoire ranging from early music to established classical works as well as modern compositions and Jazz. Performers include Scottish based musicians as well as international musicians and ensembles, all of the very highest calibre. It is also an important aim of HMS to offer opportunities to outstanding young artists, especially those based in Scotland.
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22jan19:00Sugar Boat Cooks...Helensburgh
Event Details
A series of events where the Sugar Boat kitchen team produce a menu of cuisine from around the world Book online via
Event Details
A series of events where the Sugar Boat kitchen team produce a menu of cuisine from around the world
Book online via https://www.sugarboat.co.uk/events/
20 November – Spain
22 January – Morocco
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24jan06:3009:45Sunrise Goose Walk RSPB Loch LomondGartocharn, Loch Lomond
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts
Event Details
Start your day with an unforgettable early morning walk through RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond. As dawn breaks, watch thousands of geese take flight from their overnight roosts on the loch and from surrounding areas, as they fly off to their daytime feeding spots. We’ll guide you to a viewpoint at the shore of Loch Lomond, where you can immerse yourself in the early morning wildlife spectacles.
This walk is approximately 2.5 km each way offering opportunities to connect with nature and capture stunning moments along the way. It will be dark on the way down to the loch shore. We recommend wellingtons or sturdy walking boots and don’t forget to dress warmly! The crisp morning air by the loch can be very chilly. The exact meeting time and location will be shared via email to those booked, closer to the event.
6 December 2025 6.40am
14 December 7am
11 January 2026 7am
24 January 6.40am
7 February 6.15am
Book online at https://events.rspb.org.uk/lochlomond
Time
Location
RSPB Loch Lomond
High Wards Farm, Gartocharn, Alexandria, G83 8SB
25jan19:00Sunday @ Seven ConcertsHelensburgh
Event Details
All concerts start at 7pm and last about an hour. Entry is free although there is a retiring collection to help pay for the series.
Event Details
All concerts start at 7pm and last about an hour. Entry is free although there is a retiring collection to help pay for the series.
21 September 2025 – Lea Shaw (Mezzo-soprano) with Derek Clark (piano)
19 October 2025 – Mackintosh Ensemble present ‘Life Cycles’
26 October 2025 – 60th Anniversary Season Opening concert – Helensburgh Hymnfest
30 November 2025 – Anthony Moffat (Violin) with Derek Clark (piano) ‘ Vive la France!’
21 December 2025 – 7.30pm – ‘Come and Sing’ Christmas Concert
25 January 2026 – Mozart – Gran Partita K.361 (Serenade for 13 wind instruments)
22 February 2026 – Jamie MacDougall (tenor) 60 years in Song
15 March 2026 – Stainer’s ‘The Crucifixion’
29 March 2026 – Lomond School
26 April 2026 – Music for friends – Brahms Piano Quintet in F minor
31 May 2026 – Sean Nelis – Requiem
28 June 2026 – Kilted tenors
Time
Location
Helensburgh Parish Church
Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh, G84 8UP
28jan19:00Helensburgh Heritage Trust talksHelensburgh
Event Details
Talks take place in the Marriage Room at Helensburgh and Lomond Civic Centre on East Clyde Street at 7:00 PM. The programme meetings are free
Event Details
Talks take place in the Marriage Room at Helensburgh and Lomond Civic Centre on East Clyde Street at 7:00 PM. The programme meetings are free to attend. Those who come along will be invited to make a modest donation.
25 September 2025 7pm – Stewart Noble: John Logie Baird
29 October 2025 – Bill Kean: Photography and the Fiddle. Bill is a regular contributor to the Scotsman Calendar, and was a music teacher.
26 November 2025 – Annual General Meeting; followed by John Urquhart: The Friends of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs.
28 January 2026 – Anne Urquhart: The Maid of The Loch and Loch Lomond Steamers.
25 February 2026 – Stewart Cunningham and Robert Ryan: The early 20th century photography of Helensburgh man Robert Thorburn.
25 March 2026 – Julian Hill: Rocks Round Helensburgh along the Highland Boundary.
Time
29jan19:30Royal Scottish Geographical Society LecturesHelensburgh
Event Details
RSGS Members and students are entitled to free entry, some tickets may be available on the door for cash only – all subject to availability. Part of the
Event Details
RSGS Members and students are entitled to free entry, some tickets may be available on the door for cash only – all subject to availability. Part of the Royal Scottish Geographical Society Inspiring People talks programme. 7.30pm Victoria Halls Helensburgh
Andrew Barr: How to Map a Country 25th September, 2025 at 7:30pm
Writer and artist Andrew Redmond Barr presents The Atlas of Scotland, a creative project that uses hand drawn maps and illustrations to tell Scotland’s story, inviting us to reconnect with where we came from. The Atlas explores in detail how Scotland was made, its history, culture and its long standing as one of the ancient kingdoms of Europe. Taking you far beyond Scotland, it also delves into old European trade routes of Scottish merchants, the Scottish National Antarctic Expedition and much more.
https://www.rsgs.org/Event/andrew-barr-how-to-map-a-country-helensburgh
Louis Hall: Horseback in the Ligurian Alps 23rd October, 2025 at 7:30pm
Louis Hall is a writer, rider and explorer from Fife. In 2022 he and his Arabian horse, Sasha, set off from Siena, Italy heading West. What was intended to be a charity journey to the Atlantic Ocean, destination Cape Finisterre, became the challenge of a lifetime with the crossing of the Ligurian Alps as the defining moment of this ambitious trek to ‘the end of the land.’ Battling snowstorms, injury, untamed trails, wolves and freezing cold the journey pushed Louis and his horse to their limits. Louis shares this story in his debut book In Green, an awe-inspiring tale of adventure, grit and the deep bond between man, horse, and nature.
https://www.rsgs.org/Event/louis-hall-horseback-in-the-ligurian-alps-helensburgh
Luisa Hendry: The Geology of Scotland 27th November, 2025 at 7:30pm
Scotland offers some incredible landscapes, where the rocks reveal a complicated geological history; you can walk along a beach over lovely banded pink, grey and dark grey rocks that are up to three billion years old. Geologist Luisa spends her time sharing this world in an understandable way through social media platforms and her geology tour company. Her passion, enthusiasm and commitment to inspiring the next generation of engineers and geologists has had a significant impact within the geotechnical industry, and across wider communities.
https://www.rsgs.org/Event/luisa-hendry-the-geology-of-scotland-helensburgh
Booking not yet open:
January 29, Vicky Allan and Jackie Kemp – rivers,
February 26 John Goodlad – salt roads.
March 26 Jack Capener – experiences living with the last Inca.
Time
30jan13:0014:00Sandwich Series ConcertsRhu
Event Details
Come for a drink, a sandwich and an hour of wonderful music being performed. To reserve places so we have an idea of numbers please email: randschurch59@gmail.com
Event Details
Come for a drink, a sandwich and an hour of wonderful music being performed. To reserve places so we have an idea of numbers please email: randschurch59@gmail.com Suggested donation £15. Doors open 12.30 (except 28 September, 2.45pm)
2025
1pm – Friday 26th September: Sian Winstanley (vocals), Louise Burnet (flute), Stephen Adam (piano)
3pm – Sunday 28th September: Ainsley Hamill (vocals, harmonium), Sam Kelly (guitar, bass), Toby Shaer (guitar)
1pm – Friday 31st October: Nicholas Wilks (clarinet) and Robert Bridge (piano)
1pm – Friday 28th November: Louise Burnet – flute Hugh Reid – piano, organ Programme of French and Scottish music from Baroque to the present day (including the short solo flute piece written for Ardenconnel Wood, Rhu).
2026
1pm – Friday 30th January: Nikita Lukinov – (Piano)
1pm – Friday 27 Feb Violin/piano TBC
3pm – Sunday 22 March Flutes Unlimited
1pm – Friday 27th March: Ryan Corbett (Accordian)
1pm – Friday 24th April: Trio Alma: Daniella Hathaway – Soprano, Sarah Harrington – Cello, Stephen Adam – Piano
Time
Location
Rhu and Shandon Parish Church Hall
Gareloch Rd, Rhu, Helensburgh, G84 8RP
Autumn Activities
Loch Lomond & Cowal Way
HELLO Adventure
Scottish Submarine Centre
Cycling in Helensburgh & Lomond
Three Lochs Way
JMW Helensburgh to Balloch Cycle Loop
You & Sea
Munros in Helensburgh & Lomond
The Outdoor Museum
The Clyde Sea Lochs Trail
John Muir Way
National Trust for Scotland in Helensburgh and Lomond
Corbetts in Helensburgh & Lomond
Garden City of the Clyde
Rhu Marina
The Sugar Boat
The Hill House
Hermitage Park
Highlandman’s Road
Loch Goil Cruisers
Discover Helensburgh App
Live Argyll
ScotRail Highland Explorer
The Hidden Heritage Trail
Maid of the Loch
Geilston Garden
Argyll Sea Kayak Trail
Dog Friendly Helensburgh & Lomond
JMW Highlandman’s Hike
HELLO Wellness
JMW Ben Bowie Loop
Glenarn Garden
