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Arrochar and Tarbet Railway Station


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About Arrochar and Tarbet Railway Station

The Arrochar and Tarbet Railway Station acts as an access point for a number of trails.

The station is on the West Highland Line, situated between the villages of Arrochar and Tarbet. The station opened to passengers on 7 August 1894. It was laid out with a crossing loop and an island platform - the sidings on the east side of the station are presently used for loading timber.

There is a large free car park available for walkers. Food is available at the 'Ben Lomond' restaurant nearby.

How to get there:

Arrochar and Tarbet Railway Station is in Arrochar which is part of Argyll Forest Park. Arrochar is the nearest town or village.

Follow the M8 through Glasgow, onto the A82 along Lochlomondside towards Tarbet. Then follow the A83 to Arrochar Village.

OS Grid Reference: NN311045
For details of public transport visit http://www.travelinescotland.com

Postcode G837DA (for satnav purposes)

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Loch Arklet near Aberfoyle with the 'Arrochar Alps' in the background

Facilities:

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Refreshments

Food and drinks are served at Ben Lomond tearoom, which is open all day.

Other Facilities

Ben Lomond has a craft shop also.

Activities

Walking Glen Loin Footpath (Arrochar to Glen Loin)
Arrochar Walk
Succoth Burn
Cycling Tarbet Loop

Contact:

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

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What's of interest

There is a litle graveyard adjacant to the carpark area, which is worth a visit.