out & about

Corshill House and Cottage Apartments are set within a large cottage garden and situated between Blair Drummond and the village of Thornhill. It is an ideal base for exploring Central Scotland.

With all the picturesque hills, mountains and lochs surrounding us, there are many things to see and do in this beautiful region of Scotland. It is a wonderful area for walking, climbing, cycling, fishing or  simply soaking up the amazing views

Surrounded by views of the Trossachs and the Southern Highlands, its rural location ensures a peaceful holiday but it is only a few miles from the motorway (M9), enabling visitors to travel easily to any part of Central Scotland and beyond. St Andrews, Loch Lomond, The National Park, Edinburgh and Glasgow (airports) and Rosyth (ferry terminal) are within one hour’s drive.

The Trossachs and Callander are just a few miles away, as is Stirling with its magnificent castle, the National Wallace Monument, Bannockburn Heritage Centre and the historic Old Town. Stirling also has a good bus/rail terminal, a modern shopping centre and several supermarkets. There is also a good selection of restaurants and pubs in the area.

Central Scotland oozes history and there are many sites well worth a visit. The area has special links with the well-known Scottish heros William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Rob Roy, with visitor attractions detailing their lives and their impact on Scottish history.

Bannockburn  Heritage Centre

Visit the interesting and historical battlefield where in 1314 Robert the Bruce and his men were victorious over the superior army of King Edward II securing the freedom of the Scots from the oppressive rule of England.

Causewayhead, Stirling:  Wallace Monument

The Wallace Monument was built as a testament to the physical and characteristic strength of Sir William Wallace. When you climb the 250 steps to the top of this spectacular building you also get a wonderful panoramic view of Stirling and the surrounding area.

Stirling

Don’t miss a visit to ancient Stirling Castle (the second most visited castle in Scotland, after Edinburgh) and home to the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders regiment. Full of interesting historical facts and well set out, giving visitors an understanding of what it would have been like to live in the castle in the past.

Doune

The small burgh of Doune is full of history, with Doune Castle dating from the late 14th century to the east of the town and the association with the manufacture of pistols in the 18th century.

Callander and the Trossachs

The small Perthshire town known as the gateway to the Trossachs , the name given to this scenic area. The Rob Roy MacGregor Visitor  Centre gives information on a well-known highland character of the 18th century. West of Callander is the village of Aberfoyle and the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, where you can walk and cycle among its many routes and stop for a picnic.  Alternatively, you can take a trip on the steamship "Sir Walter Scott" on nearby Loch Katrine from the Trossachs Pier and cycle back.

Golf

There are plenty of opportunities for golfing, with several local courses (including Callander and Stirling) only short distances away. The well known clubs such as Gleneagles, St. Andrews and Loch Lomond are also all within an hour's drive.

Loch Lomond National Park

Loch Lomond National Park is only half an hour away. Noted for its lovely scenery, there are now many activities available. As well as walking and cycling, there are canoes, kayaks and pedalos for hire.