Stirling is a small city with a big history, known for its historic attractions such as Stirling Castle and the National Wallce Monument, and for its important role in Scotland’s past, being the site of two famous battles – Stirling Bridge and Bannockburn. This is an area where armies, peoples and cultures collided.
Conveniently located roughly halfway between Edinburgh and Glasgow, Stirling is fortunate to be surrounded by pleasant countryside, which takes in much of the stunning Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. There are also plenty of lovely wee villages to explore, many of which have strong links to farming, making this part of Scotland a great place for a trip away.
You'll find an abundance of agritourism accommodation on Shetland, Orkney and the Outer Hebrides from B&Bs to cottages, to glamping pods and campsites.
There are also tours and experiences that will give you an insight into the life of crofter both from a modern perspective and from days gone by and some that focus on a specific aspect of island agriculture such as sheep dogs and Shetland ponies.
As you tour the islands, keep your eyes peeled for farm shops and cafes on real working farms, there are quite a few!