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Bluebell Festival
 

Come and enjoy the spectacular displays of bluebells in the woods and along the trails surrounding the Lodge. Why not have a go at following the Wildflower Trail or join the Ranger for a guided Wildflower Walk on Sundays at 2pm. Suitable footwear and clothing required for the walks and children must be accompanied by an adult.
Local speciality food available from the Bluebell Cafe.

How to get there:

David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre
Achray Forest
Queen Elizabeth Forest Park
Stirling
Scotland
OS Grid Reference: NN 520 014

How to get there: From Glasgow follow the A81 north to Aberfoyle. From Stirling follow the A84(T), A873 then A81 south to Aberfoyle. From Callander follow the A81 south to Aberfoyle, or for a more scenic route take the A821 via the Trossachs. The visitor centre is a mile north of Aberfoyle on the A821 (Dukes Pass).

For public transport information follow the Traveline Scotland link under the Useful sites section opposite.


Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scriptus)
Type of Event:
seasonal, wildlife/nature, guided, adventure and children
Date:
05/10/2008 - 06/08/2008
Time:
Contact David Marshall Lodge on 01877 382258
Age Group:
All ages
Cost of Event:
£2.50 per person (under 14's go free however they must be accompanied by an adult)
Meeting Place:
David Marshall Lodge Visitor Centre Aberfoyle
Clothing Required:
Stout footwear and waterproof clothing recommended.
Booking Required:
To book a place contact the David Marshall Lodge on 01877 382258 susan.nash@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
Dogs Allowed:
Yes

Contact:

Recreation Team
Cowal & Trossachs
01877 382383
e-mail: cowal.trossachs.fd@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

active woods
What's of interest
Childrens activites, guided walks, information on best places to see bluebell displays. Bluebell related gifts available from the Forest Shop.

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