New community fund announced by Loch Lomond Shores

New community fund announced by Loch Lomond Shores

Loch Lomond Shores Community Fund

New community fund announced by Loch Lomond Shores

West Dunbartonshire community groups set to benefit from £2,500 fund

Loch Lomond Shores has announced it is establishing a new community fund to benefit local groups in Balloch, Alexandria, Dumbarton, Helensburgh, and the surrounding areas within 10 miles of Loch Lomond Shores.

The new fund will launch this year with a £2,500 pot to provide up to £250 in grants to local groups. Groups can apply via the form on this page from Friday 10th July, with applications closing on the 14th of September, and the donation to successful groups issued by 12th October 2026.

Speaking about the new Loch Lomond Shores Community Fund, Audrey Calder from Loch Lomond Shores says:

“We are delighted to launch this fund to help local community groups. Having welcomed many community groups to Loch Lomond Shores over the years, we have always supported them when possible. The creation of this fund means we can do even more to support them by providing them with the opportunity to secure much-needed funds to continue their good work.
“Whether it’s a food bank, dance group, football team, senior club or any organisation that’s local and bringing benefits to the community, we’d love them to apply.
“The only criteria is that they must be within 10 miles of Loch Lomond Shores and be a non-profit group/organisation.”
“Our aim is that the Loch Lomond Shores Community Fund will become an annual way of us giving back to our community going forward.”

Applications are now open.

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Summerfest 26

Summerfest 26

Loch Lomond Summerfest '26

Summerfest family fun!

FREE family festival at Loch Lomond Shores returns on 4th and 5th July

Summerfest, the FREE family festival at Loch Lomond Shores, is back on the 4th and 5th of July with lots of things to see and do! With live music and entertainment, a whole host of street food and stalls, children’s rides and much more, it’s a great family day out for everyone.
Lomond Radio will be taking control of the stage this year, hosting and organising the brilliant musical line-up over the weekend, featuring talented local musicians.
With a big line-up of local stage acts, festival-goers will be entertained from 10am to 5pm with lots going on. And with children’s entertainers on hand throughout the weekend, including Wicked’s Elphaba & Glinda on Saturday and a stilt walker and bubble artist on Sunday, as well as children’s rides and giant games to play – there’s plenty going on off the stage too!

To keep visitors hydrated and fed, there will be a wide range of street food to complement our onsite options – including Jurassic Grill, Café Zest and Caffe at the Shores.

And for shopping, you can browse a wide range of stalls with artisan gifts and local produce, as well as pop into our stores, such as Frasers, Mountain Warehouse, Hawkshead, and more, offering everything from health foods to hiking boots.

For those looking to enjoy time on Loch Lomond, Sweeney’s Cruises and Loch Lomond Leisure will be operating regular cruises from Loch Lomond Shores or you can hire a pedal boat, canoe, kayak or SUP. The Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre, Go Wild Loch Lomond tree-top adventures, our adventure golf, play park and SEA LIFE complete the perfect day out with lots to see and do.

Audrey Calder from Loch Lomond Shores commented:
“We’re hoping the weather is kind for Summerfest so that festival goers can have the best time and take advantage of all the great things going on! We’re all about families here at Loch Lomond Shores and what better way to show that than by hosting a FREE summer festival that everyone can come and enjoy – even four-legged family members!

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

World Market Brings Global Flavours to Loch Lomond

World Market Brings Global Flavours to Loch Lomond

World Market set to bring global flavours and crafts to Loch Lomond Shores this May

World Market set to bring global flavours and crafts to Loch Lomond Shores this May

Visitors to Loch Lomond Shores are in for a vibrant, flavour-filled weekend as the much-anticipated All Around the World Market arrives on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May

Running from 10am to 4pm each day, the market promises a colourful celebration of international food, drink and artisan crafts — transforming the stunning Lochside setting into a lively hub of global culture.

Food lovers can take their tastebuds on a journey around the world, with a tempting street food line-up featuring everything from Chinese noodles and Japanese ramen to Punjabi street food, Greek souvlaki and gyros. There will also be crowd favourites including burritos, Polish sausages and more, ensuring there’s something to suit every craving.

Alongside the street food, visitors can browse an impressive selection of fresh and speciality produce. Expect to find artisan chutneys inspired by global flavours, sweet treats such as Turkish delight and baklava, as well as olives, dates, empanadas, Guatemalan coffee and premium extra virgin olive oils — perfect for taking a taste of the world home with you.

The market isn’t just about food. A wide range of artisan crafts will also be on display, offering unique, handcrafted items from across the globe. From sparkling Polish crystals and Native American dreamcatchers to wooden carvings, toys and more, it’s an ideal opportunity to pick up something truly distinctive.

Audrey Calder commented:

“The market captures a fantastic mix of global flavours and crafts, giving visitors a great opportunity to experience and enjoy some of the best food and artisan products from around the world, all in one place!”

Set against the beautiful backdrop of Loch Lomond, the All Around the World Market offers a perfect day out for families, foodies and visitors of all ages.
With free entry and plenty to see, taste and explore, it’s an event not to be missed this May!

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

Top Dogs is back this May

Top Dogs is back this May

Top Dogs is back this May

Dog lovers, alert for a fun day out at Loch Lomond!

Four-legged family members welcome!

Our hugely popular ‘Top Dogs’ is back this May Bank Holiday weekend, on Saturday 2nd May, with its fun competitions, expert advice, and dog-friendly products, including accessories, pup cakes, and much more.

Enter your dog in one of the many competitions organised by Deborah Flemming at Townhead Farm, a notable Crufts judge! Choose a category that best suits your pooch from the 11 available, including best puppy, veteran, rescue, condition, most handsome dog and more and be in with a chance to win a prize as well as get a rosette for entering. By entering, you’ll also be helping local animals, as all small entry fees go to a local animal charity to help support their good work.

Audrey Calder from Loch Lomond Shores is delighted about Top Dogs continued increase in popularity:

“This event is great fun and it’s a real treat to welcome such a range of gorgeous dogs to Loch Lomond Shores! Many of our stores welcome well-behaved dogs in-store so visitors can enjoy time indoors as well as outdoors with their pets.
“And with woodland walks and beach fun to be had, visitors will be taking home tired but very happy dogs after a great day out!”

Running from 10am to 4pm, full details on what’s happening on the day are available by visiting our Events page or following us on social media.

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

Spring at Loch Lomond Shores

Spring at Loch Lomond Shores

Spring at Loch Lomond Shores

What’s coming up at Loch Lomond Shores
this Spring!

We’ve got a packed Spring with lots to see and do!

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

And with Easter happening earlier this year, we’ve got a full list below of all you can do during April, so you can make sure you don’t miss out!

*School holidays & weekends only

APRIL

From 3rd April throughout – Seasonal Openings
It’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, children’s rides, adventure golf and Teddy Mountain are all open DAILY during the school holidays.

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…

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!

Chef Demos at Springfest'26

Suki Pantal, founder of Suki’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 Suki’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, flavour‑driven approach to Italian cuisine and his deep-rooted passion for cooking.

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.

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

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