We are pleased to announce that we are running an event in the central part of our region to Loch Katrine followed by lunch at The Steamship Cafe.
Loch Katrine and surrounding areas are steeped in history and is recognised as the favoured and much loved setting of some of Sir Walter Scott’s most famous poetic works, as well as boasting links to Scottish legend Rob Roy MacGregor. Loch Katrine is also closely linked to Queen Victoria too.
The loch itself is also steeped in its own unique engineering history, providing fresh water to the city of Glasgow, a history closely linked with its own historic figurehead – Queen Victoria. In 1855 construction started on the Loch Katrine water project.
Built under the guidance of revered civil engineer John Frederick Bateman, the completed work was opened by Queen Victoria during her visit to the loch in October of 1859.
Her official visit and ceremony was not the only event to be remembered during her time on the loch. The monarch famously demanded a house and jetty be built for her use during her visit, a demand that was met by the site team. A beautiful Gothic Royal Cottage and jetty were built for the Queen but were never destined to be used for an overnight stay as the 21-gun salute that welcomed her shattered the cottage windows!
Take a trip into history and explore this heritage-steeped setting. The event will allow us to find out so much more when we hop on board one of our Loch Katrine cruises to see Queen Victoria’s Royal Cottage from the comfort of the Lady of the Lake.
For the route click here.
Starting at Dobbies Garden Centre Stirling, Drip Road, Stirling FK9 4UF the drive goes via Doune and Callander before arriving at Trossachs Pier, Loch Katrine, Callander FK17 8HZ. The route is just 23 miles. We then will take a 45-minute boat trip on the Lady of the Lake boat then finishing with lunch at The Steamship Cafe.
- Meeting time: 10am
- Leaving time: 10.15am
- Arriving at Loch Katrine: 11am
- Boat trip: 11.30am
- Lunch: 12.15pm
Could you please email r1@porscheclubgb.com indicating if you wish to attend and confirm how many people will be in your party. The restaurant are running a 'track and trace' system, which means we need to provide them with the following information:
- Name
- Address
- Contact number
- Email address
Limitations
This event is limited to 30 people due to social distancing within the Steamship Cafe.
Note: The participants of this event must adhere to current government guidelines, social distancing rules and wearing of face masks when required.