Spring at Loch Lomond Shores

Spring at Loch Lomond Shores

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Spring at Loch Lomond Shores

Whatโ€™s coming up at Loch Lomond Shores
this Spring!

Weโ€™ve got a packed Spring with lots to see and do!

As well as our stores, cafรฉs, restaurant and SEA LIFE Centre, weโ€™ve got the return of our water sports, bike hire, adventure golf, treetop adventures, boat cruises, *land train, *childrenโ€™s rides and events galore, with something for everyone.

And with Easter happening earlier this year, weโ€™ve got a full list below of all you can do during April, so you can make sure you donโ€™t miss out!

*School holidays & weekends only

APRIL

From 3rd April throughout – Seasonal Openings
Itโ€™s that time of year when all our outdoor activities open again for the season! Treetop adventures, bike & boat hire, loch cruises and water sports all return to Loch Lomond Shores!
Check individual websites for more information and to book in advance.

3rd – 20th April – Easter School Holidays
The Loch Lomond Shores Express, childrenโ€™s rides, adventure golf and Teddy Mountain are all open DAILY during the school holidays.

Check our Events Calendar for Market Sunday Dates
Springfest Food and Drink Festival is Back on the 4th & 5th April

Springfest Food & Drink Festival

This FREE food and drink focused festival is back on the 4th and 5th April, with lots of stalls featuring fresh produce, artisan gifts, street food and more.

We are also bringing back our popular cooking demos and foraging workshops, which you can read more about below…

Visit our Festivals website for more info...
Foraging Workshops - Sat 4th & Sun 5th April at Springfest26

Foraging Workshops

Our Foraging Workshops with Sharon, from Wander and Wonder, were hugely popular at last year’s Springfest Festival, so we are delighted to welcome her back again this year.

Learn how to safely identify seasonal ingredients, hear fascinating insights about local biodiversity, and see the landscape in a whole new way.

Hands-on, informative and suitable for all ages – a fresh-air experience, a new skill, and a different way to enjoy Springfest!

More info & Book tickets via Eventbrite...

Chef Demos at Springfest'26

Suki Pantal, founder of Sukiโ€™s Curries and Spices, is a Worcestershire-based cookbook author, culinary teacher, food columnist and speaker. She conducts live demonstrations, virtual cookery classes and talks, across the UK, sharing her passion for Indian cuisine.

Chef Demos with Suki Pantal - Sat 4th - 12pm, 1.30pm & 3pm

Suki Pantal, founder of Sukiโ€™s Curries and Spices, is a Worcestershire-based cookbook author, culinary teacher, food columnist and speaker. She conducts live demonstrations, virtual cookery classes and talks, across the UK, sharing her passion for Indian cuisine.

Chef Demos with Tony Alberti at Springfest 26

Chef Demos with Tony Alberti - Sun 5th - 12pm, 1.30pm & 3pm

Tony Alberti is an internationally renowned chef, cookbook author, and television personality known for his bold, flavourโ€‘driven approach to Italian cuisine and his deep-rooted passion for cooking.

Full Springfest details and lineup on our Festivals website...

Mon 6th April – 10am – 4pm – Easter Monday Market!

The ever-popular market is back with an extra one for Easter Monday, with an amazing assortment of local producers selling everything from fresh produce to 3D-printed crafts.

Sat 11th April – Emergencies & Beyond!

New last year, this Police Scotland event was incredibly popular. Featuring stands and demonstrations from a wide range of services, including Police Scotland drones, CPR, water safety, road safety, hill walking safety, and wildlife crime. There will also be demonstrations from the Ministry of Defence Police dog section and the Loch Lomond Rescue Boat during the event.

As mentioned in our previous post, we have been forced to implement necessary parking charges, which we have kept to a minimum. You can read more on this and find full pricing info via the link below.

Visit our Parking page for more info

For full details of whatโ€™s on and when, keep an eye on our Social Media accounts for the latest updates.

New Year, New Adventures at the Shores!

New Year, New Adventures at the Shores!

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January Newsletter Cover

Happy New Year from Loch Lomond Shores!

We hope you had a wonderful festive season and are feeling refreshed as we step into 2026. Whether your resolution is to get outdoors more, support local makers, or simply find more moments of “calm” by the water, we are ready to help you make this your best year yet.

Events in Early 2026...

Our Sunday Markets start back on Sunday 1st Feb

Sunday Markets return in February

After a short break in January, our famous Sunday MARKETS return in February on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, moving to weekly during peak summer. Keep an eye on our social media and the events section of our website to make sure you donโ€™t miss out on the opportunity to pick up local produce and crafts!

Check our Events Calendar for Market Sunday Dates
Springfest Food and Drink Festival is Back on the 4th & 5th April

Springfest Food & Drink Festival

SPRINGFEST, our spring food and drink festival, will return on 4th and 5th April with chef demos, foraging workshops, and up to 85 vendors selling street food, fresh produce, crafts, plus much, much more to be announced. Keep an eye on our Festivals website for more details coming soon.

Visit our Festivals website for more info...

Weโ€™ll let you know about many other events throughout 2026 soon, but remember to keep an eye on our social media and website for regular updates.

What's New?

LOCH LOMOND NEWS has expanded!

Loch Lomond News has expanded!

LOCH LOMOND NEWS has moved from its previous store to a much bigger one in our mall.

This move has enabled it to stock even more collectables and toys, adding to its already extensive selection.

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Teddy Mountain is Here at Loch Lomond Shores

Teddy Mountain is Here!

TEDDY MOUNTAIN has arrived at Loch Lomond! Located next to Jurassic Grill on our 1st floor, Teddy Mountain offers children the chance to create their new best friend from a huge range of cuddly creatures.
Priced from ยฃ25, children can enjoy a hands-on experience, supported by friendly and knowledgeable staff, and create their very own cuddly toy, while parents can enjoy a range of snacks and hot and cold drinks. Teddy Mountain is open weekends only from 12pm to 6pm but will be open daily during school holidays. Follow Jurassic Grill‘s Facebook Page for Special Offers and events.

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Parking Charges

From 28th January 2026

On 28th of January, Loch Lomond Shores will be introducing PARKING CHARGES to allow investment into visitor facilities going forward. Itโ€™s been a tough but necessary decision, but new parking costs have been kept to a minimum.
The new charges will be: 50p for up to 30 minutes; ยฃ1.50 for up to 2 hours; ยฃ2 for up to 4 hours; and ยฃ4 for all-day parking. You can find out more about this in our ‘Parking’ page, under the โ€˜Your Visitโ€™ tab.

Visit our Parking page for more info
<br /> Parking Charges<br /> from 28th January 2026

For full details of whatโ€™s on and when, keep an eye on our Social Media accounts for the latest updates.

Introduction of Paid Parking at Loch Lomond Shores

Introduction of Paid Parking at Loch Lomond Shores

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Introduction of Paid Parking at Loch Lomond Shores

New charges set to be reinvested in popular Loch Lomond visitor attraction

On Wednesday, 28th January, Loch Lomond Shores will introduce a paid parking scheme for visitors at a minimal rate, managed by Wise Parking, with the revenue reinvested in the visitor attractionโ€™s facilities in the coming years.

This means that, based on past usage analysis, around 75% of our visitors will pay ยฃ1.50 for parking onsite.
And while there is no doubt that the change will initially be unpopular with visitors who previously benefited from free parking, it is set to make a positive impact on our visitor experience going forward, with our first investment being the introduction of eight supercharger EV points sometime this summer.
In addition, we intend to use some of the revenue generated to support local community groups, which will be announced once the scheme has been up and running for several months.

Commenting on the introduction of paid parking, a Loch Lomond Shores spokesperson explains:

โ€œProviding our visitors free parking has become unsustainable with rising costs throughout our unique site. From land management to internal infrastructure maintenance, all costs have risen significantly in recent years and, without taking this step, we would not be able to maintain our standards, let alone increase investment in new initiatives that will benefit visitors.
โ€œAnd while weโ€™ve kept the parking charges to a minimum, they will have a significantly positive impact on what Loch Lomond Shores offers its visitors going forward.โ€

Partnering with Wise Parking, we will work hard to ensure the introduction is as smooth as possible, with personnel on hand to advise visitors and answer any queries they may have. And, with the latest ticketless technology, the process for visitors is simple:

  • After they have parked their car, they should head to one of three pay stations (two card-only and one that offers both cash and card options. There will be lots of signage to direct visitors to these, which are located near the island at our main entrance and at the bottom of the main central pathway from the car parks near the Churros cabin
  • They then enter their registration number at the pay station, select the length of time they intend to visit, and pre-pay their parking. However, if they misjudge and stay longer, they can simply enter their registration and pay any outstanding balance
  • The system is ticketless, so the barrier will automatically lift on exit when they leave, provided they have paid the correct amount for their time at Loch Lomond Shores

More information on the introduction of paid parking is available on our Parking page, which includes a list of frequently asked questions with answers.

 

The full list of the parking charges introduced on 28th January below:

Parking Charges at Loch Lomond Shores from 28th January 2026

For full details of whatโ€™s on and when, keep an eye on our Social Media accounts for the latest updates.

Loch Lomond Christmas Festival 2025

Loch Lomond Christmas Festival 2025

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Loch Lomond Shores Christmas Festival

This Yearโ€™s Christmas Festival is a Christmas Cracker!

Loch Lomond Christmas Festival returns on the 6th and 7th December with lots of family fun!

A family rollercoaster, giant snow globe, childrenโ€™s rides, stalls, street food and a packed live entertainment schedule makes Loch Lomond Shores FREE Christmas festival the perfect Christmas day out for all the family.

What to expect…

Our popular Frozen-themed family rollercoaster returns loch-side again this year to not only give thrills, but also great views and joins our other childrenโ€™s funfair rides to add to the fun. New for this year is our giant snow globe, where families can get some festive-themed pictures and memories of a great day out.

Frozen-themed family rollercoaster
Giant Snow Globe

A packed weekend of entertainment awaits…

Entertainment on our Festival Stage is courtesy of Lomond Radio, who have curated a great mix of local talent to entertain festival goers throughout. Anna and Elsa from Frozen will also be making an appearance on Saturday from 12pm until 2pm.

Get your festive shopping sorted!ย 

The festival stalls will offer a wide array of fresh produce and wonderful gifts.

While our town stores are brimming with fantastic itemsโ€”think stylish Christmas outfits, gifts for family and friends, and the cosiest footwear, clothing, and bedding for winter.

Christmas Dining at Cafe Zest
Christmas Stalls, including Jelly Legs Gin

A variety of warming and cosy food options…

Jurassic Grill is open, providing their usual delicious dino-dining from 12 PM! Make sure you book your table early to guarantee a warm spot and a tasty meal.ย 

Meanwhile, you can grab fantastic street food while you browse the market and watch the entertainment on stage – with options ranging from Mexican to Greek and everything in between, as well as hotdogs and burgers!

Our Mall cafes, Cafรฉ Zest and Caffe on the Shores, will also be offering an abundance of snacks, meals, and fabulous festive specials.

Santa @SEALIFE

Santa will be at SEA LIFE throughout the weekend,ย  but remember to book in advance.

However, you donโ€™t need to book our adventure golf, or simply to enjoy our playpark, beaches, woodland walks and browse our shops for gifts and treats.ย  There will even be boat tours (weather dependent) courtesy of Loch Lomond Leisure so, if you fancy a boat ride, make sure to book on their website.

The festival runs from 10am to 5pm each day on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December and is FREE to come along and enjoy.

For full details of whatโ€™s on and when, keep an eye on our Social Media accounts for the latest updates.

Whatโ€™s On this October

Whatโ€™s On this October

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What's On this October at Loch Lomond Shores

Whatโ€™s On this October Holidays at Loch Lomond Shores

Loch Lomond Shores has got the October school holidays sorted with loads to see and do โ€“ from pet-friendly days out to dining with dinosaurs, loch tours and much more!

Daily from 11th October, you can enjoy all these great activities and experiences below:

    • SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Ascarium event takes place from the 11th with all its spooky goings on and activities. Find out more and book online.
    • Go Wild Loch Lomond is open throughout the holidays for fun treetop adventures! Book online on their website to make sure youโ€™ve guaranteed your place. However, remember you can turn up and ask about slots while youโ€™re here too.
    • It might be getting cooler, but you can still have fun on the loch with Loch Lomond Leisure. Choose from SUP, pedal boats, canoes, boat tours, speedboat rides and more. Or, if you prefer, hire a bike and explore the wider area. You can check out what’s on offer and book via their website.
    • Visit Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre, located half-way down the car park on the main path. Find out more and see a huge array of eagles, owls, falcons, kestrels and hawks.ย  Flying shows take place daily and no need to book.ย  Open from 10am to 5pm daily.
    • Jurassic Grill is open daily from 12pm to 9pm (last orders at 7.30pm) with their dino-themed dining. Make sure to book to avoid disappointment at https://www.jurassicgrill.co.uk/.
    • Our Adventure Golf is open daily from 11am to 5pm with no need to book.ย 
    • We also have Children’s Rides on site from the 11th until the 20th October, near the playpark, and SEALIFE Centre. Open from 11am-5pm daily depending on the weather!

October Events

Top Dogs is back on Saturday the 18th of October!

Offering fun for the whole family, including four-legged members.ย ย 

New for this Top Dogs Event are performances from the amazing Drakes of Hazard at 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm.ย ย 

There will also be the usual popular competitions, and all things doggie, including doggie market, pet photography, canine nutritionist and training advice.ย For the humans weโ€™ll have market stalls with gifts and fresh produce as well as delicious street food to keep everyone fuelled.ย ย 

Top Dogs is back at Loch Lomond Shores this October!

Companion Dog Show: Choose from eleven categories, including puppy, veteran, sporting, non-sporting, most handsome dog, prettiest bitch, best condition, best mover, best rescue, best crossbreed, and an open category for all dogs!

Registration takes place between 10am and 12pm.ย Category heats start at 12pm, with more information on timings available at registration. ย 

Loch Lomond Shores Sunday Markets

Loch Lomond Shores Market – Sunday 19th: 10am – 4pm

Back with a great range of stalls featuring everything from artisan gifts to delicious fresh produce and street food.

Check out the Events Calendar here on our website to view all the Sunday Market dates for the rest of this year.

As well as all these fun family activities throughout the holidays, we have woodland walks, playpark and beaches for plenty of outdoor autumn fun throughout the season.ย 

All our stores have new stock arriving daily, so you can combine family fun and some retail therapy.

Last, but by no means least, our other cafes – Cafรฉ Zest, and Caffรฉ at the Shores – as well as our Churros Box, are open every day to make sure everyone gets enough fuel to fire their family day out!

For full details of whatโ€™s on and when, keep an eye on our Social Media accounts for the latest updates.

Paisley Pie Coโ€™s Spicy Pie Eating Competition โ€“ Sun 7th Sept โ€™25!

Paisley Pie Coโ€™s Spicy Pie Eating Competition โ€“ Sun 7th Sept โ€™25!

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Paisley Pie Coโ€™s Spicy Pie Eating Competition โ€“ Sun 7th Sept โ€™25!

Paisley Pie Coโ€™s Spicy Pie Eating Competition โ€“ Sun 7th Sept โ€™25!

Think you can handle the heat? ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿฅง

Then get ready to prove it! Weโ€™re incredibly excited to announce our Paisley Pie Co. โ€˜Spicy Pie Eatingโ€™ Competition at our Food & Drink Festival on Sunday, September 7th!๐Ÿฅง
Get ready for a challenge that will not only test your taste buds but also make a massive difference to childrenโ€™s lives?
So, do you have what it takes to handle the heat? More importantly, are you ready to do an amazing thing for a fantastic cause?
Join us this Sunday, September 7th, at the Loch Lomond Food and Drink Festival. Come to compete, cheer on the brave contestants, and please donate to make a real impact on the lives of children in our community.

Hereโ€™s how it works:

  • The Challenge: See who can devour one of Paisley Pie Coโ€™s famous spicy pies the fastest
  • The Cause: Every single penny from entry fees and on-the-day donations will go directly to Clyde 1โ€™s Cash For Kids. This incredible charity supports disadvantaged children and young people across Scotland, helping to provide them with the essentials, opportunities, and a chance to thrive.
  • The Twist: Our event organisers at SHS Events have pledged to MATCH every pound raised! That means your contribution, no matter how big or small, will go twice as far.

How to Enter:

โ€ข Come along on Sunday between 10am โ€“ 2pm to register and eat a pie! If you finish โ€“ youโ€™ll be entered into the Grand Pie Eating Finalรฉ at 3pm!
โ€ข Entry Fee: It costs ยฃ5 to enter, and every penny will go straight to Cash for Kids
โ€ข The Prize: The stakes are high for the champion! One lucky winner will receive a ยฃ100 voucher for The Paisley Pie Co, exclusive merchandise, PLUS a magnificent Winnerโ€™s Medal!

๐ŸŽคHosted by the one and only Cassi from Clyde 1, this isnโ€™t just about the spiceโ€”itโ€™s for an incredible cause. All proceeds raised will go directly to Cash For Kids, with our amazing organisers at SHS Events matching the final amount.
So, youโ€™re not just competing to win; youโ€™re doing a fantastic thing for disadvantaged kids across Scotland!
Whoโ€™s ready to take on the challenge?๐Ÿ’ช
Even if you canโ€™t make it along on the day, you can still support the cause by donating online!

DONATE NOW
Paisley Pie Co Spicy Pie Eating Competition for Cash for Kids

For full details of whatโ€™s on and when, keep an eye on our Social Media accounts and our Festivals Website for updates.

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