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to the Arrochar And Tarbet Web Site.

The two picturesque Scottish villages of Arrochar on Loch Long and Tarbet on Loch Lomond are situated in The Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park. The purpose of this web site is to help locals and visitors alike find whatever they are looking for; be it our recommended accommodation, local services, or groups and clubs. With over 80 pages you're sure to find whatever you're after! If you don't then tell us and we'll add it in! Arrochar is the 2009/2010 Scottish winner of The Calor Village Of The Year. For pictures of the village Party held on Saturday 26th September 2009 click HERE. For details of the new Marine Access Pontoon Pier and Heritage and Amenities Centre click here.

Arrochar is situated at the head of Loch Long whilst Tarbet is situated on Loch Lomond. Take a look at the breathtaking Arrochar Alps featuring one of Scotland's best loved mountains Ben Arthur, better known as 'The Cobbler'. There is a whole host of places to stay including Hotels, Bed And Breakfasts & Self Catering Cottages and Camp Sites. There are several local restaurants and places to eat and drink with live music. Further up the A82 you will find the village of Ardlui.

There are many fine golf courses, walks and climbs. Fishing is a popular pastime and boats can be hired at Arrochar. Loch Long is one of the most popular Scuba Diving locations in Scotland. Glasgow is a mere 45 minutes drive and Edinburgh about an hour and a half. The exquisite Glencoe is around an hour away. The local train station can offer several day trip visits. For a detailed breakdown of places to visit and things to do whilst staying in Arrochar please click HERE. For the latest weather report click HERE. Places of historical interest within the area include The Royal Naval Torpedo Range, The Loch Sloy Dam and The West Highland Railway.

We've included businesses and general information including the surgery and Emergency Services and up-to-the-minute traffic information. We even have a huge selection of photographs to look at. To see a map of the area just click HERE. And if you still can't find what you are after try the Site Map. If it isn't there EMAIL US and we'll add it!  We are Highly recommended by www.visitwestofscotland.co.uk

This web site is completely independent from the Community Council, the Community Development Trust and the National Park