There is a huge amount for you to do right on the doorstep of Old Churches House.

Dunblane: 0 minutes, Stirling: 10 minutes, Bridge of Allan: 5 minutes, Callander: 15 minutes, Perth: 20 minutes, Glasgow: 30 minutes, Edinburgh: 45 minutes.

Historic sites

There is no better place to take a crash course in Scotland’s turbulent history. Stirling Castle, Wallace Monument, Doune Castle (of Monty Python fame!) and Callendar House are just a few of the historic sites on our doorstep. We’re perfectly located for exploring the wider area and all that Central Scotland, Edinburgh, Glasgow and The Trossachs have to offer.

Explore Scotland and more

Highland Experience Tours offer small and friendly tours which allow you the opportunity to get personal attention, explore Scotland beyond the famous sights, make friends and have a great time! You will be able to enjoy experiences that are unavailable to larger groups and even stay in wonderful little places all across Scotland.

https://www.highlandexperience.com/ 

Big Kids and Small

Situated at the foot of Holmehill, there are many paths through the mature woodland for you to enjoy as well as some great climbing trees.  The local play parks are within a couple of minutes walk and are well maintained.

• Blair Drummond Safari & Adventure Park
• Briarlands Farm
• Falkirk Wheel
• The Kelpies/Helix Park
• Auchingarrich Wildlife Centre
• Go Ape Aberfoyle

The Great Outdoors

There’s too much to mention; gentle walks, scaling Munros, fly fishing, mountain bike trails or challenging golf courses, we can guarantee there’s something for everyone.

• Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
• Cruise across Loch Katrine
• Golf at Gleneagles
• Salmon fishing on the Forth

And then there’s the Whisky Distilleries, Highland Games, Comedy Festivals, Farmers Markets …

Getting Crafty

Central Scotland School of Craft, a short walk away on the High Street.

www.scottishcraftschool.com

Central Scotland School of Craft offers a wide programme of artisan workshops for crafters of all ability levels. Join them for a day of spoon carving, a weekend of mosaic, an eco-printing course, and much more. ‘A list’ crafters from all over the country are lined up to deliver a range of courses with a focus on heritage and endangered crafts, and skilled hand-making.

Central Scotland School of Jewellery, Unit 1.3, Duckburn Business Park, Dunblane, FK15 0EW

Central Scotland School of Jewellery is a community for creative learning in the historic city of Dunblane. They offer a wide range of classes for adults of all ability levels, from those who are looking to take up a new hobby, to those looking to expand on their existing repertoire of jewellery skills.

Oh, and we mustn’t forget, Dunblane’s most famous son, Andy Murray.  No visit to Dunblane is complete without having your photo taken next to our golden post box.