Ben LomondBunkhouse - National Trust for Scotland

Ben Lomond Bunkhouse
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Things to do in the area
Ben Lomond Bunkhouse is owned by the
National Trust for Scotland and sits on the east
side of Loch Lomond by Rowardennan, right
beside the West Highland Way. It is a great base
for walking clubs or large groups of friends, and
is ideally located for bagging Ben Lomond, for
exploring the Trossachs and Arrochar Alps, as an
overnight stop-off when tackling the longdistance trail or simply for enjoying some time
in peaceful surroundings.
Ben Lomond (974m) is the most southerly
Munro and one of the most popular due to its
accessible location. The summit offers fantastic
views across much of central Scotland.
Visit the Loch Lomond &
The Trossachs National Park
visitor centre at Balmaha
Climb Ben Lomond – and bag one of Scotland’s most popular Munros
The bunkhouse is next door to the Ben Lomond
Ranger Service office, and at the start of the
Ardess Hidden History Trail. Both of these offer
the opportunity to learn about the cultural and
natural heritage of the surrounding area.
Explore the thatched cruck house, next to Ardess Lodge
Walk the Ardess Hidden History Trail
Take a cruise across Loch Lomond
Accommodation
Outdoor activities
Parking
and transport
Parking is available for up to 6
vehicles at the bunkhouse; another
car park is a short distance away.
Ben Lomond bunkhouse accommodates up to 10 people.
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2 bedrooms upstairs with bunk beds
(1 four-bedded and 1 six-bedded)
2 shower rooms upstairs, both with a toilet
and 1 with a much-appreciated bath!
1 additional toilet downstairs
Large dining kitchen with 2 ovens/hobs
Comfortable lounge with wood-burning stove
Drying room
Laundry
Gas central heating
Fire pit/barbecue area outside
Secure bag drop-off/pick-up point for
bag carrying services
£20 per person per night
Exclusive use of four-bedded room: £80 per night.
Exclusive use of six-bedded room: £120 per night.
Exclusive use of bunkhouse: £200 per night.
Price includes bed linen and tea/coffee
West Highland Way
Guided walks
Cycling
This long-distance route runs
from Milngavie to Fort William
(96 miles) and takes in some
spectacular Highland scenery
along the way. The section by Ben
Lomond involves a few forest
tracks but mostly follows the
lochside path.
The rangers offer a variety
of guided walks on the estate.
They can be pre-booked
for groups and will talk
about the wildlife, history and
archaeology, as well as explain
the vital conservation work
carried out by the Trust.
Although the terrain on the
east side of Loch Lomond is
tough for biking, cycles may
be taken on the waterbus to
the west shore, where there
are several excellent off-road
cycle routes. Contact the
rangers for advice.
The nearest bus stop is at Balmaha
(7 miles) – www.mcgillsbuses.co.uk
The nearest train station is at Balloch
(19 miles) – www.scotrail.co.uk
Alternatively, there is a bus from
Glasgow to Luss or Tarbet, from where
the waterbus travels across to
Rowardennan – www.citylink.co.uk
and www.cruiselochlomond.co.uk
Fair Isle
Orkney
St Kilda
Torridon
Inverness
Aberdeen
Kintail &
Morvich
Further information
Ben Lomond is one of Scotland’s best-known mountain landmarks and attracts walkers, climbers and
nature-lovers in all seasons. Pine martens, red squirrels, ptarmigan and black grouse are all regularly seen
in the area, as well as a wealth of other wildlife species.
Mar Lodge
Estate
Fort William
Dundee
Perth
Oban
Ben
Lomond
Stirling
Glasgow
Edinburgh
The landscape also has significant cultural heritage, with an archaeological record of the extensive
population living across the lower slopes into the post-medieval period.
The Trust’s rangers at Ben Lomond are happy to provide further information or talks and slideshows
about the area to groups staying at the bunkhouse.
Brodick
Ayr
Contact details
Ben Lomond Ranger Service, Ardess Lodge, Rowardennan, by Drymen G63 0AR
Tel: 01360 870224 Email: [email protected] Web: www.nts.org.uk/benlomond
To make a booking or check availability, please telephone the Holidays Department on 0131 458 0305
Bookings can also be made online at www.hihostels.com
The National Trust for Scotland for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty is a charity registered in Scotland, Charity Number SC 007410
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