Comet Apartments have three beautifully presented serviced apartments that provide the perfect base whether on holiday or business, situated in the heart of the Victorian seaside town of Helensburgh on the banks of the River Clyde. Close to Glasgow, Loch Lomond, Argyll and the Isle of Bute, and only approx. 5 miles for HMNB Clyde. Am […]
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Ben Bheula is a converted Forester’s lodge situated in an elevated position at the foot of “The Cobbler”. The holiday home enjoys views of Loch Long & the Arrochar Alps, and the Loch facing deck and conservatory with panoramic views are perfect spots to relax after a day in the hills. There are three bright
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Our special Festive Shopping Weekend Event was 2-3 December, but you can still enjoy all Helensburgh has to offer this winter! Browse in unique independent shops and galleries, dine in award-winning restaurants and cafés, then relax in a boutique hotel or B&B. Download the Discover Helensburgh App to follow the trails and find out all
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500 years of Clan MacAulay and the Gare Loch 13th-14thC It is believed that the MacAulay are descendants of a younger son of Alwyn Second of Lennox and they also claim descent from Kenneth McAlpin. Malcolm Earl of Lennox granted Aulay of Fosselane (Faslane) the lands of Airddengappil (Ardencaple) and other lands on the Gare
TASLA (The Arts Society Lomond & Argyll) The Arts Society is a leading arts education charity with a global network of over 380 Societies, which bring people together through a shared curiosity for arts and crafts. The Helensburgh branch was formed in 1997. TASLA holds ten lectures a year, on a wide range of topics,
Helensburgh is famous for its tree lined streets and in particular the spectacular cherry blossom that graces the town every Spring, usually in late April. Helensburgh’s trees are the only urban tree collection included in the National Tree Collections of Scotland. Pink and white cherry blossom line several streets in the town – White Cherry trees
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A 150km trail around the west coast of Scotland between Helensburgh and Ganavan. The Trail incorporates ten access points and the Crinan Canal, and can be done as day trips or a multi-day expedition. Full route information can be found at the Argyll Sea Kayak Trail page at the Wild About Argyll website. A PDF
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The John Muir Way runs 134 miles (215km) from Dunbar on the East Coast to Helensburgh on the West. It is one of Scotland’s Great Trails and runs through a variety of terrains and landscapes, from beaches and hills to cities and parks. The full trail is suitable for walkers and cyclists (with some alternate
Helensburgh & Lomond is the Gateway to Argyll, only 45 minutes by train from Glasgow, and within easy reach of both the west coast and central belt of Scotland. We are always happy to welcome visitors and there is plenty to see and do! HELLO Adventure – Enjoy the great outdoors on the Three Lochs
