Intro & events
The Heijgelaar family is the owner and proprietor of the Craigieburn Guest House.
We pride ourselves of our knowledge of the local area and Scotland in general and we will be able to provide you with ideas and suggestions to complete your holiday or visit. Being avid Scotland lovers, we can show you places that are of great interest and that will complete your stay in the area.
Don't take our word for it though, please check our guest reviews from a number of sites:
Bookdirectrooms.com, Booking.com, Tripadvisor, Expedia.co.uk, Google*
*above reviews are accurate as of 19/03/2012
Below you can find some great and unmissable events. Book now and experience Cowal!
The below is courtesy of Visit Cowal.
Please visit their excellent website for up to date information on all the events and activities!
2012
May
Saturday, 19th - 20th - Loch Fyne Food Fair
Come and join the celebrations. Stalls open 11am - 6pm FREE ADMISSION during the day (parking £3 per vehicle) Live music throughout both days. View their website.
July
Tuesday, 17th - Inveraray Highland Games.
Come along to the World Caber Championships. The games start with a pipe band parade at 10.45am from the town centre. Admission prices at the gate are Adults £8, Seniors £5 and Children £3. Family Ticket £18. Free parking at Winterton Park. The games are well sign posted to Inveraray. More details on their website.
August
Friday, 12th to Monday 15th - ARTMAP Argyll.
A must see weekend for any visitor who enjoys touring beautiful Argyll and seeing truly original artwork in the homes and studios of the local artists. Stay in Cowal and make a weekend of it. There is a good choice of B&B's, guest houses, hotels and self catering holiday homes. This is a proposed date - confirm closer to the time on their website ARTMAP Argyll website.
Saturday, 13th - Sunday 14th. Small Acorns Event at Hunters Quay Holiday Village
A popular family friendly fun day out. Take part in free indoor and outdoor activities. Meet and learn about strange sea creatures, birds of prey, bats, hedgehogs and more. A unique learning experience for all the family. Hands on activities from crafts to artistic interpretation. Enjoy the rare opportunity of a guided minibus tour into the quiet woods on the side of Loch Eck.This event is run by Argyll Holidays in partnership with Forestry Commission Scotland. Contact 01369 707771 for times and details. This is a proposed date - confirm closer to the time.
Wednesday, 22 - 25th Cowal Highland Gathering.
The world's largest Highland Games, featuring the World Highland Dance Championships and Pipe Band Championships with over 150 bands, also track and heavy athletics, shinty and children's activities.
October
Friday, 5th - Sunday 14th Cowalfest Walking and Arts Festival.
One of the largest and most varied walking festivals in Scotland, with more than 70 walks led by expert and knowledgeable walk leaders.
Friday, 12th - 20th Royal National MOD
The annual MOD returns to Dunoon. There will be a full programme of events, and fringe events, to bring the language, culture and music to the people. Details on their website.
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