Welcome

Welcome to the website for the village of Gartocharn and its surrounding area on the south eastern shores of Loch Lomond in the parish of Kilmaronock, Scotland.

The village lies within the beautiful Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, and is probably better known as being the location of Duncryne, known locally as the Dumpling as it has a similarity in shape to the well known Scottish fare, the Cloutie Dumpling. It's a very special little hill.

Although small, with a population of some 700+, Gartocharn retains many of its original features and rural way of life, whilst the bustle of the modern day is but a few miles away. An idyllic setting for everyday country folk who like an occasional swerve into the fast lane of life or, indeed, for the tourist who, after a couple of days of inclement Scottish weather, might also feel the need to make that swerve!

The website speaks for itself – with something for everyone to enjoy. It's not just a tool to look at pretty pictures – it's been created for the benefit of the community in particular, but also for those of you who would like to share with us a small part of what we have to offer from this beautiful part of the world.

 

Since the launch of the website on 11 December 2009 we have had hits!