Activities
As Shiel is based right in the heart of Scotland, you are very well placed for exploring. Everything from castles, lochs, golf, fishing, walks, safari and even theatre are in easy reach and the popular to visit towns of Edinburgh, Glasgow and St Andrews are all less than an hour away.
Stirling Castle
Shiel is very well located to explore the decedent world of Scottish royalty at Stirling Castle. Tour the Renaissance Royal Palace, the Great Hall and the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regimental Museum, and learn the castle’s rich history including the coronation of the infant Queen Mary and famous battles like the Battle of Stirling Bridge.
0800 389 3737
www.stirlingcastle.scot
Fishing in Loch Leven
Organised through The Green Hotel in Kinross, you can experience fly fishing in Scotland with a difference. Only Loch Leven has its very own strain of brown trout – salmo levenensis. Although this renowned fish has been introduced to waters across the world, it interbreeds freely with native trout and its uniqueness is lost. So if you want to catch the genuine article, you have to visit Loch Leven which remains one of the world’s most famous brown trout fisheries.
01577 863 407
www.green-hotel.com
St Andrews Golf Club
The famous ‘home’ of golf. One of the oldest golf clubs in the world and where golf has been played for over 600 years, St. Andrews produced many of the early champions and figures in the game. It hosts no less than seven courses on the coast including the famous ‘Old Course’. An incredible place to play for the experienced golfer.
01334 478 639
www.thestandrewsgolfclub.co.uk
Muckhart Golf Club
Fantastic local private course just 10 mins away from Shiel with spectacular views. Is generally members only but with some sweet talking they will allow ‘guests’ to have a game, you should book at tee off time beforehand and you must be properly dressed in proper golf attire. From start to finish, their professional and experienced team will be on hand to meet and exceed your expectations.
01259 781 423
www.muckhartgolf.com
Gleneagles Golf Club
Around 25 mins by car from Shiel, Gleneagles hosts some of Scotland’s finest golf. Home to many famous championships over the years, Gleneagles is a must for the golf enthusiast. The course is immaculately kept and the facilities (including spa) are fantastic. You might need to have a chat with your bank manager before booking though, Gleneagles is not the cheapest course to lose a few balls!
0800 389 3737
www.gleneagles.com
Blair Drummond Safari Park
Based in Stirling, if you fancy a fun family day out with lots of wild animals, then there is no better place than this. Blair Drummond Safari Park was one of the first safari parks outside Africa. Opened to the public in 1970, it is spread over 120 acres with over 300 animals. The safari park features drive-through reserves, a boat safari, amusements, fantastic large children’s play areas and a petting zoo.
01786 841 456
www.blairdrummond.com
