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In the village and within walking distance of the hotel there are tennis courts, a bowling green, indoor carpet bowls in the McLaren Hall, a putting green and the
Breadalbane Park, scene of the annual Killin Highland Games and home to a
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FISHING Loch Tay is one of the best known spots in Scotland for all kinds of sport fishing, especially salmon and trout. We can offer tailor-made packages to suit your needs, from accommodation-only to fully-inclusive holidays, covering accommodation, meals (including packed lunches) boats, guides\ghillies and a fishing pool and/or permits. The hotel has just purchased a great pool on the Lochay for salmon and trout fishing. The season begins on January 15th and there are three rods available on this beat. The beat has not been used for many years but the salmon count on the Lochay is always good. Fishing equipment will need to be supplied by the user. The season ends mid October. It will be £20.00 per rod per day. For more information, please see www.fishtay.co.uk
or www.fishing-uk-scotland.com
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Fisherman: Len Jones This massive salmon was caught by Len Jones in February this year and weighed in at just under 27lbs. It was caught on Loch Tay and is yet another big fish pulled out recently. |
Fisherman: Josh Stokes Photo of Josh Stokes aged 15 years outside the Bridge of Lochay who caught a 15lb Salmon on the River Tay (March 2008). |
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Need some expert advice? Stay with us for as long as you need and book our local ghillie for a day to remember fishing in and around the Loch Tay ... Loch Tay Fish 'N' Trips. Fishing Package - 3 nights stay for £27.50pppn B&B. (15th
January to 15th March 2008) |
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GOLF Over 100 yards from the hotel is the 9-hole Killin Golf Club. This beautifully crafted course, named one of the gems of the Scottish Golf, is set in the foothills of Ben Lawers with spectacular views over Loch Tay and the surrounding area. For more info www.killingolfclub.co.uk. As a special incentive to golf at the club, please print this Discount Voucher and bring it with you on the day. Within a few miles of the hotel there are a further four excellent courses: Kenmore (9 Holes); Taymouth Castle (18); Comrie (9) and St. Fillans(9). we can arrange golf packages, including tee-off times on all the mentioned courses. To arrange a tailor-made golfing break, please ask for more details. |
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STALKING & SHOOTING Local deer stalking is available through prior arrangement with the hotel. We can help you arrange a session with Grant Tigwell on one of the local estates if you give us prior notice of what type of day out you want. Please bring your own equipment. |
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WALKING with over 17 Munros within a 20 kilometre radius of Killin, the area offers some of the best walking country in the lower highlands, including the fabulous Tarmachan Ridge, Ben Lawers, Beinn Ghlas and Ben More. For a full list of hill-walking options, please see www.munromagic.com. We can arrange hill-walking guides for all levels of experience (see www.rockcraft.co.uk for more info). |
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HORSE RIDING You can ride indoors at the nearby Equestrian Centre in the Loch Tay Highland Lodges resort (2 miles north of the hotel) or trek across some of Scotland's most picturesque scenery with experienced guides. see www.lochtay-vacations.co.uk. |
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WINTER SPORTS There is great cross country skiing available between Ben Ghlas and Ben Lawers with equipment for hire from the Killin Outdoor Centre and Mountain shop in the village. Less than an hours drive from Killin, downhill skiing can be enjoyed (weather permitting) at Glencoe and the White Corries. Ice climbing is popular during the winter but is also available indoor year-round at a number of locations locally, including Callendar. Expert guides and training are available. See www.rockcraft.co.uk for info. |
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WATER SPORTS There are a number of water sports activities in the area. You can sail and canoe on Loch Tay (boats available from the Killin Outdoor Centre and Tay Highland Lodges. Alternatively, Scotland's National Watersport Centre is located on Loch Earn, just 10 minutes from Killin where you can get tuition in Canadian and Kayak canoeing, water-skiing and wake-boarding at the British Water-Ski Association approved water-ski school. for more info www.lochearnhead-water-sports-co.uk. |
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