Curated Cottages Guidebook
Sightseeing
Beautiful horse sculptures at the eastern entrance of the Forth and Clyde canal. Adjoining Helix Park has a boating lake and a huge playground for the kids.
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Келпи
The HelixBeautiful horse sculptures at the eastern entrance of the Forth and Clyde canal. Adjoining Helix Park has a boating lake and a huge playground for the kids.
A "must-see" if you're in this neck of the woods. (Wikipedia says it's one of the most important castles in Scotland: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stirling_Castle) A bit pricey to get in (cheaper if you buy online) £18.00 (£16.50) for 16-59yrs and £11 (£10) for 5-15yrs, but worth it to get a sense of the history of Scotland. Nice views from the car park to the Ochils and beyond. The website is: https://www.stirlingcastle.scot
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Стёрлингский замок
Castle WyndA "must-see" if you're in this neck of the woods. (Wikipedia says it's one of the most important castles in Scotland: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stirling_Castle) A bit pricey to get in (cheaper if you buy online) £18.00 (£16.50) for 16-59yrs and £11 (£10) for 5-15yrs, but worth it to get a sense of the history of Scotland. Nice views from the car park to the Ochils and beyond. The website is: https://www.stirlingcastle.scot
Replacing a flight of locks, the Falkirk Wheel is a rotating boat lift which carries canal boats between the Forth and Clyde canal and the Union canal. It is an amazing feat of engineering that has to be seen to be believed. There's a visitor centre and a water play park here too.
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Фолкерк-уил
Lime RoadReplacing a flight of locks, the Falkirk Wheel is a rotating boat lift which carries canal boats between the Forth and Clyde canal and the Union canal. It is an amazing feat of engineering that has to be seen to be believed. There's a visitor centre and a water play park here too.
The Antonine Wall, named after the Roman emperor Antoninus Pius, was constructed by the Roman Army in AD142. It was the northern-most frontier of the Roman Empire. Parts of the wall are still visible today.
Antonine Wall
The Antonine Wall, named after the Roman emperor Antoninus Pius, was constructed by the Roman Army in AD142. It was the northern-most frontier of the Roman Empire. Parts of the wall are still visible today.
The Tak-Ma-Doon Road is not for the faint-hearted. A steep drive up the Kilsyth hills. About two-thirds of the way up there is a car park with beautiful views (on a clear day!) over the Kelvin valley and (in the distance) Glasgow. Watch out for the occasional cyclist making their way up or down this iconic road.
Tak-Ma-Doon Road
Tak-Ma-Doon RoadThe Tak-Ma-Doon Road is not for the faint-hearted. A steep drive up the Kilsyth hills. About two-thirds of the way up there is a car park with beautiful views (on a clear day!) over the Kelvin valley and (in the distance) Glasgow. Watch out for the occasional cyclist making their way up or down this iconic road.
The views from the castle (on a clear day) are amazing and seeing the different exhibits ties together lots of the history of Scotland. [Tell us if you're planning on going and we can give you some more information]
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Эдинбургский замок
CastlehillThe views from the castle (on a clear day) are amazing and seeing the different exhibits ties together lots of the history of Scotland. [Tell us if you're planning on going and we can give you some more information]
Allegedly built as an "unsinkable ship" there are amazing views of the bridges across the Firth of Forth from here. The castle also has some nice exhibits/plaques showing you what life in the castle would have been like.
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Замок Блэкнесс
Allegedly built as an "unsinkable ship" there are amazing views of the bridges across the Firth of Forth from here. The castle also has some nice exhibits/plaques showing you what life in the castle would have been like.
Auchinstarry Marina and sensory gardens,
10 minutes from Banton by car or a lovely hours walk along the Forth and Clyde canal.
It’s a beautiful spot for a drink at the boat house, a browse around the Port Gallery, some water sports or bike hire. Or you can start off here for a walk up to the Antonine Wall or a day trip section of The John Muir Way.
Auchinstarry Marina Auchinstarry
Auchinstarry Marina and sensory gardens,
10 minutes from Banton by car or a lovely hours walk along the Forth and Clyde canal.
It’s a beautiful spot for a drink at the boat house, a browse around the Port Gallery, some water sports or bike hire. Or you can start off here for a walk up to the Antonine Wall or a day trip section of The John Muir Way.
Beyond the information centre is
Stirling Old Town Jail.
This is a really fun trip and interesting trip. Lots of information on the reform prison movement in Scotland presented in an entertaining way. The kids loved it but it’s adult friendly too!
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Stirling VisitScotland iCentre
Saint John StreetBeyond the information centre is
Stirling Old Town Jail.
This is a really fun trip and interesting trip. Lots of information on the reform prison movement in Scotland presented in an entertaining way. The kids loved it but it’s adult friendly too!
Arts & Culture
Culross is one of our favourite day trips. It’s so atmospheric and a great mix of history, fun and relaxation.
There’s the orange palace (the garden here was the herb garden in Outlander), an abbey, the ruins of a monastery which can be climbed, ( it’s welcomed, there’s a ladder up! ) a market cross (also of Outlander fame) and a brilliant playpark at the waterfront.
A lesser known but lovely spot is the community gardens just past the lion pub.
If you’re lucky enough to be there when the ice cream van is at the front, try their home made lemon sorbet, is worth the trip for that alone!!
The village was once famous for its coal-mine which ran under the River Forth. The coal was used to help dry salted fish which were then exported to lots of places, including The Netherlands. The ships had to return with roof tiles as ballast (weight to steady the ships in the water), which is how the houses of Culross came to have their distinctive red roofs.
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Culross
Culross is one of our favourite day trips. It’s so atmospheric and a great mix of history, fun and relaxation.
There’s the orange palace (the garden here was the herb garden in Outlander), an abbey, the ruins of a monastery which can be climbed, ( it’s welcomed, there’s a ladder up! ) a market cross (also of Outlander fame) and a brilliant playpark at the waterfront.
A lesser known but lovely spot is the community gardens just past the lion pub.
If you’re lucky enough to be there when the ice cream van is at the front, try their home made lemon sorbet, is worth the trip for that alone!!
The village was once famous for its coal-mine which ran under the River Forth. The coal was used to help dry salted fish which were then exported to lots of places, including The Netherlands. The ships had to return with roof tiles as ballast (weight to steady the ships in the water), which is how the houses of Culross came to have their distinctive red roofs.
According to the guide book this is the best Japanese garden in the western world! It really is wonderful and is such a peaceful and beautiful place to visit. It’s popular and they don’t let it get too busy so book in advance, especially for the morning slots (you need to book your arrival slot but can stay as long as you want).
There’s a cafe at the garden (with lovely sorbet) and a forest walk with a snack cabin and children’s play ground (with picnic benches) on the other side of the car park.
It’s 35 minutes from Banton and if you have time on the way home, the hill foot villages of Dollar and Alva are a nice place to explore! Or you could combine it with a visit to Stirling.
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Японский сад, Коуден
Upper Hillfoot RoadAccording to the guide book this is the best Japanese garden in the western world! It really is wonderful and is such a peaceful and beautiful place to visit. It’s popular and they don’t let it get too busy so book in advance, especially for the morning slots (you need to book your arrival slot but can stay as long as you want).
There’s a cafe at the garden (with lovely sorbet) and a forest walk with a snack cabin and children’s play ground (with picnic benches) on the other side of the car park.
It’s 35 minutes from Banton and if you have time on the way home, the hill foot villages of Dollar and Alva are a nice place to explore! Or you could combine it with a visit to Stirling.
If you're in the Stirling area pop up to Dunblane, it's only 15 minutes drive on the motorway from Stirling. Home of tennis champion Andy Murray (look out for the gold postbox), Dunblane has a lovely 13th century cathedral (and entry is free). There's a nice little coffee shop not far from the cathedral called "The Beech Tree Café".
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Dunblane Cathedral
The CrossIf you're in the Stirling area pop up to Dunblane, it's only 15 minutes drive on the motorway from Stirling. Home of tennis champion Andy Murray (look out for the gold postbox), Dunblane has a lovely 13th century cathedral (and entry is free). There's a nice little coffee shop not far from the cathedral called "The Beech Tree Café".
Callendar House is tucked away in what looks like a high-rise estate. Once you're past the last block of flats you get to see the lovely Callendar Park and the house within it. The house has a museum (entry is free) which tells you about the history of the area from Roman times until now. There is also a kitchen where, if you're lucky, a "kitchen maid" will tell you about the life of the kitchen in olden times. There is also a little tea shop for snacks.
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Callendar House
Callendar House is tucked away in what looks like a high-rise estate. Once you're past the last block of flats you get to see the lovely Callendar Park and the house within it. The house has a museum (entry is free) which tells you about the history of the area from Roman times until now. There is also a kitchen where, if you're lucky, a "kitchen maid" will tell you about the life of the kitchen in olden times. There is also a little tea shop for snacks.
If by "culture" you mean a medieval village then this is the place for you. They have reconstructed a medieval fort using traditional methods, and have a battering ram donated by Russell Crowe after filming Robin Hood. Entrance fees are £5 for adults and £3 for kids. The website is here: http://www.duncarron.com/ Check the website and Facebook page (link on the website) before going to avoid disappointment as it’s run by volunteers and also used for movies/series so may not be open when you visit us. (The area around Duncarron (Carron Valley) is still worth a visit though).
Duncarron Medieval Village
If by "culture" you mean a medieval village then this is the place for you. They have reconstructed a medieval fort using traditional methods, and have a battering ram donated by Russell Crowe after filming Robin Hood. Entrance fees are £5 for adults and £3 for kids. The website is here: http://www.duncarron.com/ Check the website and Facebook page (link on the website) before going to avoid disappointment as it’s run by volunteers and also used for movies/series so may not be open when you visit us. (The area around Duncarron (Carron Valley) is still worth a visit though).
If you're going to see Stirling Castle you have to see the Wallace Monument. Built in 1869 to commemorate William Wallace it houses a museum and (if you can manage the stairs) stunning views across the countryside.
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Национальный памятник Уоллесу
Hillfoots RoadIf you're going to see Stirling Castle you have to see the Wallace Monument. Built in 1869 to commemorate William Wallace it houses a museum and (if you can manage the stairs) stunning views across the countryside.
Built on the site of an old ironworks, Summerlee tells the story of this part of Scotland when mining and ironworking were the dominant industries. Very informative (free entry) museum with things to do for the kids, as well as a wee tram ride, a reconstructed street "through the ages" and a visit "down the mine" (over 5s only). There's also a nice playpark and a coffee shop.
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Музей шотландской промышленной жизни Саммерли
Heritage WayBuilt on the site of an old ironworks, Summerlee tells the story of this part of Scotland when mining and ironworking were the dominant industries. Very informative (free entry) museum with things to do for the kids, as well as a wee tram ride, a reconstructed street "through the ages" and a visit "down the mine" (over 5s only). There's also a nice playpark and a coffee shop.
The birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and not as pricey as Stirling Castle. Climb to the top for some great views. Amazing architecture (has to be seen to be believed). There’s jousting here during the summer. Yes, jousting with people trying to knock each other off horses with long sticks!
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Линлитгоу Палас
KirkgateThe birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and not as pricey as Stirling Castle. Climb to the top for some great views. Amazing architecture (has to be seen to be believed). There’s jousting here during the summer. Yes, jousting with people trying to knock each other off horses with long sticks!
Be prepared to get lost as you wander through the woods in an attempt to find this Iron Age broch. A real sense of history when you do find it and amazement that it just sits in this wood without a visitor centre (or even much signposting) A wee youtube video here (not by us): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4seiwGVQUYQ
Tappoch Broch
Be prepared to get lost as you wander through the woods in an attempt to find this Iron Age broch. A real sense of history when you do find it and amazement that it just sits in this wood without a visitor centre (or even much signposting) A wee youtube video here (not by us): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4seiwGVQUYQ
Just 14 minutes drive away, you can see the earthwork remains of a Roman fort on the Antonine wall. Lots of information boards at the site tell you more about the history of the wall, the fort and the Romans in Scotland. Webpage here: http://www.antoninewall.org/visiting-the-wall/things-to-see-and-do/site-by-site/rough-castle-bonnybridge
Rough Castle
Just 14 minutes drive away, you can see the earthwork remains of a Roman fort on the Antonine wall. Lots of information boards at the site tell you more about the history of the wall, the fort and the Romans in Scotland. Webpage here: http://www.antoninewall.org/visiting-the-wall/things-to-see-and-do/site-by-site/rough-castle-bonnybridge
Opposite the oldest house in Glasgow, St Mungo's provides a very interesting and beautifully curated overview of the religions found in Scotland. There's also a really nice view of the necropolis from the 3rd floor. Often also have excellent arts and crafts sessions running.
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Музей St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
2 Castle StOpposite the oldest house in Glasgow, St Mungo's provides a very interesting and beautifully curated overview of the religions found in Scotland. There's also a really nice view of the necropolis from the 3rd floor. Often also have excellent arts and crafts sessions running.
A ruined priory on a picturesque private island run by Historic Scotland. The ferry across Lake Of Menteith (the only "lake" in Scotland) takes 7 minutes. Great for bird watching and for seeing the most amazing ancient sweet chestnut trees.
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Inchmahome Priory
A ruined priory on a picturesque private island run by Historic Scotland. The ferry across Lake Of Menteith (the only "lake" in Scotland) takes 7 minutes. Great for bird watching and for seeing the most amazing ancient sweet chestnut trees.
Situated in a leafy suburb of Glasgow, this is a large, amazing (ruined) castle on the Clyde built of beautiful red sandstone. Looked after by Historic Scotland.
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Bothwell Castle
Castle AvenueSituated in a leafy suburb of Glasgow, this is a large, amazing (ruined) castle on the Clyde built of beautiful red sandstone. Looked after by Historic Scotland.
Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh this house is a "must see" for those who admire his work. Lots of similarities with the "House for an art lover" in Glasgow but also many unique features.
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Хилл Хаус
Upper Colquhoun StreetDesigned by Charles Rennie Mackintosh this house is a "must see" for those who admire his work. Lots of similarities with the "House for an art lover" in Glasgow but also many unique features.
The estate is open all year round, the house (fee for entry) is only open Jun-Sep, Sat-Wed 2-5pm (We've been on the tour and wouldn't recommend it!). Nice views over the river Forth and beyond from the folly "tower" which was built as part of a bet (as detailed on the plaques at the bottom).
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House Of The Binns
The estate is open all year round, the house (fee for entry) is only open Jun-Sep, Sat-Wed 2-5pm (We've been on the tour and wouldn't recommend it!). Nice views over the river Forth and beyond from the folly "tower" which was built as part of a bet (as detailed on the plaques at the bottom).
Now partly turned into flats (as part of a community regeneration scheme). Best exhibits and hands-on displays we have yet come across in explaining the workings of a mill. You can also take a nice stroll down to the River Tay from here.
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Stanley Mills
Now partly turned into flats (as part of a community regeneration scheme). Best exhibits and hands-on displays we have yet come across in explaining the workings of a mill. You can also take a nice stroll down to the River Tay from here.
You could spend most of a day here at the National Museum. Amazing exhibits, lots of interactive stuff for the kids, a wee café (a bit expensive but then the museum itself is free entry!) When you see museums in children’s books this is what they look like. Don’t miss it if you’re going into Edinburgh
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Национальный музей Шотландии
You could spend most of a day here at the National Museum. Amazing exhibits, lots of interactive stuff for the kids, a wee café (a bit expensive but then the museum itself is free entry!) When you see museums in children’s books this is what they look like. Don’t miss it if you’re going into Edinburgh
Parks & Nature
Landscaped grounds, waterfalls and a walled garden (the garden closes over the winter) make this a lovely place to visit. It’s a lovely 45 minute walk from Tin Lid and Keppochhill via Banton Loch or a 5 minute drive. There a small cafe on the edge of the walled garden and a great children’s playground too.
Colzium House
75 Stirling RdLandscaped grounds, waterfalls and a walled garden (the garden closes over the winter) make this a lovely place to visit. It’s a lovely 45 minute walk from Tin Lid and Keppochhill via Banton Loch or a 5 minute drive. There a small cafe on the edge of the walled garden and a great children’s playground too.
A brilliant day out in nature half an hour’s drive from Banton. Hill walking, a cave, waterfalls and spectacular views. There’s plenty of history here too as there were once 8 mills on this site and you can still see the evidence with impressive pipe work and water wheels and an old mill building (now converted into flats). The village of Alva is worth a visit on your way home, particularly for a stop at Guid Reads community bookshop where books are sold for a donation of your own choosing.
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Alva glen
Brook StreetA brilliant day out in nature half an hour’s drive from Banton. Hill walking, a cave, waterfalls and spectacular views. There’s plenty of history here too as there were once 8 mills on this site and you can still see the evidence with impressive pipe work and water wheels and an old mill building (now converted into flats). The village of Alva is worth a visit on your way home, particularly for a stop at Guid Reads community bookshop where books are sold for a donation of your own choosing.
Tomtain is one of the Kilsyth hills. You can walk here from the village (about 2 hours depending on the route you take) or drive up to the car park on the Tak-ma-doon road (about 15 minutes drive). On a clear day you can see the bridges across the Forth near Edinburgh to the east and the high rises of Glasgow to the west.
Kilsyth Hills
Tomtain is one of the Kilsyth hills. You can walk here from the village (about 2 hours depending on the route you take) or drive up to the car park on the Tak-ma-doon road (about 15 minutes drive). On a clear day you can see the bridges across the Forth near Edinburgh to the east and the high rises of Glasgow to the west.
The North Third Reservoir has a lovely walk around it. The walk is steep in parts but you are rewarded with amazing views (on a clear day you can see the mountains in the north). A couple of hours well spent.
North Third Reservoir
The North Third Reservoir has a lovely walk around it. The walk is steep in parts but you are rewarded with amazing views (on a clear day you can see the mountains in the north). A couple of hours well spent.
Get here by walking up from the Campsie Glen tearooms (have a nice snack before or after your walk). Some lovely waterfalls and a gentle hike (at the beginning anyway!)
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Campsie Fells
Get here by walking up from the Campsie Glen tearooms (have a nice snack before or after your walk). Some lovely waterfalls and a gentle hike (at the beginning anyway!)
Dumyat (Duh-my-at) overlooks Stirling. The walk to the summit is not too steep, trainers (if it's dry) or hiking boots otherwise. Park up at Sheriffmuir then walk the rest of the way.
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Dumyat
Dumyat (Duh-my-at) overlooks Stirling. The walk to the summit is not too steep, trainers (if it's dry) or hiking boots otherwise. Park up at Sheriffmuir then walk the rest of the way.
On a clear day you can see for miles from up here. Makes a nice stop on a loop drive which includes the Loup of Fintry (listed as "Endrick Water" in this guide) and the Campsie Fells.
Campsie Glen Waterfall Car Park
On a clear day you can see for miles from up here. Makes a nice stop on a loop drive which includes the Loup of Fintry (listed as "Endrick Water" in this guide) and the Campsie Fells.
Beautiful park with lots of walks and bridges over the Avon gorges. Nice little visitor centre, shop and café. Hosts open air events in the summer: http://www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/114/chatelherault_country_park
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Чателхеро Кантри Парк
Carlisle RoadBeautiful park with lots of walks and bridges over the Avon gorges. Nice little visitor centre, shop and café. Hosts open air events in the summer: http://www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/114/chatelherault_country_park
Lovely park with visitor centre and hand-made crafts shop. (We think there might be the ruins of two castles there too!)
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Mugdock Country Park
Lovely park with visitor centre and hand-made crafts shop. (We think there might be the ruins of two castles there too!)
There is a fairy trail on Down Hill which is a 15-minute walk from Aberfoyle car park. The circular trail itself is another 30 minute walk. There are little houses carved into the wood and charms placed on the tree at the top of the hill. The tree is said to be holding prisoner the Reverend Kirk who told people too much information about the fairies!
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Aberfoyle
There is a fairy trail on Down Hill which is a 15-minute walk from Aberfoyle car park. The circular trail itself is another 30 minute walk. There are little houses carved into the wood and charms placed on the tree at the top of the hill. The tree is said to be holding prisoner the Reverend Kirk who told people too much information about the fairies!
The Endrick Water river runs over some amazing waterfalls here at the Loup of Fintry (especially after snow or heavy rain). There's a photo we took in the Foto section of our listing. Only a couple of minutes walk from the road, and the drive here from Banton is quite impressive too. (Visiting the Loup of Fintry can be part of a longer drive which includes the Campsie Fells). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loup_of_Fintry
Endrick Water
The Endrick Water river runs over some amazing waterfalls here at the Loup of Fintry (especially after snow or heavy rain). There's a photo we took in the Foto section of our listing. Only a couple of minutes walk from the road, and the drive here from Banton is quite impressive too. (Visiting the Loup of Fintry can be part of a longer drive which includes the Campsie Fells). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loup_of_Fintry
Cumbernauld House Park is a nice place to walk the dog and to see the ditch that was created so that the gentry wouldn't see workers and cattle being moved around the estate. The best thing about it, is its proximity to Cumbernauld Glen which is a lovely 20 minute walk through some ancient woodland. There are bluebells in the spring and lovely stream.
Cumbernauld House Park
Cumbernauld House Park is a nice place to walk the dog and to see the ditch that was created so that the gentry wouldn't see workers and cattle being moved around the estate. The best thing about it, is its proximity to Cumbernauld Glen which is a lovely 20 minute walk through some ancient woodland. There are bluebells in the spring and lovely stream.
The staff here are amazingly friendly and helpful. There's lots to do with the kids (including pond dipping and bug catching). A real "must see" for bird watchers.
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RSPB Lochwinnoch
Largs RdThe staff here are amazingly friendly and helpful. There's lots to do with the kids (including pond dipping and bug catching). A real "must see" for bird watchers.
Another place you wouldn’t get to know about without a bit of local knowledge. It’s not glamorous, it’s not fancy, but it is a lovely little hidden gem of a place. Often we’re the only ones here. Park at the Fankerton hut (FK6 5HJ) then walk along the right-hand side of the hut and you can’t miss the path into the woods.
Carron Glen Wildlife Reserve
Another place you wouldn’t get to know about without a bit of local knowledge. It’s not glamorous, it’s not fancy, but it is a lovely little hidden gem of a place. Often we’re the only ones here. Park at the Fankerton hut (FK6 5HJ) then walk along the right-hand side of the hut and you can’t miss the path into the woods.
There is a Gruffalo trail here which the kids will enjoy. Ducks and swans on the lake. There is also a playpark within the housing estate slightly away from the loch (you can see it in satellite view on Google/Apple maps).
Kilmardinny Loch
There is a Gruffalo trail here which the kids will enjoy. Ducks and swans on the lake. There is also a playpark within the housing estate slightly away from the loch (you can see it in satellite view on Google/Apple maps).
Shopping
This is the world's oldest and last working soaperie which uses the cold press method. The soaps, shampoos etc are free from animal products and amazing! Go on a Tuesday for a quick tour of the place. Website: http://caurnie.com
The Caurnie Soaperie
Canal LaneThis is the world's oldest and last working soaperie which uses the cold press method. The soaps, shampoos etc are free from animal products and amazing! Go on a Tuesday for a quick tour of the place. Website: http://caurnie.com
Essentials
Banton’s village shop, a one minute walk away, is really well stocked for a village store with all the essentials plus a bakery counter, ice-cream selection and a good range of veggie and vegan foods.
Banton's Express
101 Main StBanton’s village shop, a one minute walk away, is really well stocked for a village store with all the essentials plus a bakery counter, ice-cream selection and a good range of veggie and vegan foods.
Co-op is on Kilsyth Main Street, 3 miles from Banton. There’s also a Lidl on the road behind the town centre.
Co-op Food - Kilsyth
39-53 Main StCo-op is on Kilsyth Main Street, 3 miles from Banton. There’s also a Lidl on the road behind the town centre.
There is a Scotmid co-operative here which has the essentials (including avocados!) and is open early until quite late (Mon-Fri 06:00-22:00; Sat & Sun 07:00-22:00).
Haggs
There is a Scotmid co-operative here which has the essentials (including avocados!) and is open early until quite late (Mon-Fri 06:00-22:00; Sat & Sun 07:00-22:00).
Food Scene
Only a minute away from your door! Banton’s community owned restaurant, cafe and bar is friendly and welcoming and the food is delicious.
There’s vegan, gluten-free and children’s menus available and you can pop in for tea and cake or a drink as well as meals.
And the cocktails/mocktails are not to be missed!!
Swan Inn
Main StreetOnly a minute away from your door! Banton’s community owned restaurant, cafe and bar is friendly and welcoming and the food is delicious.
There’s vegan, gluten-free and children’s menus available and you can pop in for tea and cake or a drink as well as meals.
And the cocktails/mocktails are not to be missed!!
Our favourite restaurant. Gets busy so booking is advised! (If you're out of luck they do takeaway too). The salt and pepper beancurd is delicious.
The Cotton House Chinese And Thai Restaurant
209 Glasgow RdOur favourite restaurant. Gets busy so booking is advised! (If you're out of luck they do takeaway too). The salt and pepper beancurd is delicious.
10 minutes up the road from Banton. For those who can't decide between Indian and Italian cooking, the Mango offers both! (And surprisingly both quite good)
Mango The Restaurant
224 Glasgow Rd10 minutes up the road from Banton. For those who can't decide between Indian and Italian cooking, the Mango offers both! (And surprisingly both quite good)
Big Feed Street Food Social. This is an occasional, weekend, indoor street food market with some lovely stalls. Very atmospheric. Live music. Plenty of veggie/vegan and gluten free options.
249 Govan Rd
249 Govan RoadBig Feed Street Food Social. This is an occasional, weekend, indoor street food market with some lovely stalls. Very atmospheric. Live music. Plenty of veggie/vegan and gluten free options.
Entertainment & Activities
The oldest purpose-built cinema in Scotland, built in 1912. Lovingly restored in 2006-2008. A trip back in time and a glimpse of what the movie experience used to be like. They play arthouse and blockbusters. (Watch out for the Jeely Jar Specials when you can bring a clean jelly (jam) jar with matching lid and get two tickets for the price of one!) They also have autism friendly showings.
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The Hippodrome
10 Hope StThe oldest purpose-built cinema in Scotland, built in 1912. Lovingly restored in 2006-2008. A trip back in time and a glimpse of what the movie experience used to be like. They play arthouse and blockbusters. (Watch out for the Jeely Jar Specials when you can bring a clean jelly (jam) jar with matching lid and get two tickets for the price of one!) They also have autism friendly showings.
Not sure why it's called "The Time Capsule" (sounds like a museum?) but this is a great indoor water park for the whole family. There's also an ice rink if that's more your cup of tea.
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The Time Capsule Waterpark
100 Buchanan StNot sure why it's called "The Time Capsule" (sounds like a museum?) but this is a great indoor water park for the whole family. There's also an ice rink if that's more your cup of tea.
There is a bouldering park here which is great fun for all ages (from beginner to experienced). The "easy" boulders are fine for most, bring your own ropes and harnesses for the more difficult ones. There's also a very good playground, a nice little boardwalk along the river and a wee food/coffee stall.
Cuningar Loop
Downiebrae RoadThere is a bouldering park here which is great fun for all ages (from beginner to experienced). The "easy" boulders are fine for most, bring your own ropes and harnesses for the more difficult ones. There's also a very good playground, a nice little boardwalk along the river and a wee food/coffee stall.
If you like railways or steam engines then this is the place for you! Scotland's largest railway museum and the chance to have a short trip on a steam-powered train. The website with opening times is here: http://www.bkrailway.co.uk
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Bo'ness and Kinneil Railway station
Union StreetIf you like railways or steam engines then this is the place for you! Scotland's largest railway museum and the chance to have a short trip on a steam-powered train. The website with opening times is here: http://www.bkrailway.co.uk
A nearby family-friendly swimming pool with slides for the kids and a wave machine. The water's at a good temperature too. It’s not a destination spot but is a good place for a rainy day if your here for a longer stay.
The Mariner Centre
42 Glasgow RdA nearby family-friendly swimming pool with slides for the kids and a wave machine. The water's at a good temperature too. It’s not a destination spot but is a good place for a rainy day if your here for a longer stay.