This is a nice, spacious venue to hire for an event, and the staff are lovely…read more It has a bar, a 'conservatory' kind of area with natural light, a stage for speakers if you choose to use it, and plenty of room! I have been to two events here - the Adult Feis, a traditional music weekend for over 18s run in October, and a Yes Scotland event at which I spoke about the arts in Scotland. On both occassions the staff were wonderful and the venue fulfilled the requirements of the events. There is a cafe here too which serves sandwiches, soup, etc - all fresh and tasty.

Creative in Callander is a fantastic shop! If you are looking for a beautifully crafted gift or…read moresomething special for yourself, you will have a more than adequate choice here. It's a not for profit venture, where local artists and crafters can sell their wares. Honestly, there are such gorgeous things here. Apparently it showcases the work of about 40 local artists and crafters, many of whom help in running the shop. There are pictures and photographs, many different wooden items, knitted and felted goods, jewellery, glassware, cushions and lots of other fine things for your home. I can't tell you what I bought, as it's a present that hasn't been gifted yet, but it was something very, very, cute, and my friend will probably cry when she sees it. The only thing that's a bit peculiar is the shop sign - it looks like it's made from forks or something, and it's difficult to read what it actually says. It says Creative in Callander. But don't let that put you off! I'd highly recommend going in. I am NOT a shopper, I really take no pleasure in it, but I could easily fill my boots and buy everything in this shop. My home would be a beautiful, woolen, tartan paradise.

From the outside this second-hand furniture shop doesn't look like much--but nosey your way though…read morethe raggedy entrance, past the offices, and you will find yourself in an enormous vault of housewares. The quality and range of furniture here is excellent, and the prices make each item a fantastic value. Not only that, but it's run largely by volunteers with profits going to help the homeless. Although it looks modest and homely, (especially with Ibrox looming over it across the street), this really is a treasure trove of used goods that will spruce up your home *and* help a worthy charity! Other details: Cash only / Delivery for £15 / Close to Ibrox, Govan and on the 121, 89 and 90 bus routes

From the owner: Second Opportunities is a Scottish registered charity, set up to tackle the effects of poverty by…read moreproviding services, which incorporate the concept of recycling.

Beautiful home built in 1793 now turned into a hotel/conference/activity center in a beautiful…read moresetting. The upstairs library had comfy chairs and couches with a fire in the fireplace. I sat there reading one of their many 100 year old books. A great memory of my trip. My cute room was neat and clean and I was glad there wasn't a TV in it. The staff was super friendly (Shout out to James!) The roasted chicken at dinner was really good. I would stay here again =)

DISCLAIMER: I worked relief hours at the Hub but wrote this review before taking on employment…read morethere. Ever since I bought my bike second hand a few months ago, I've been whizzing about Stirling town. Nothing intense. - A short trip here, a short trip there. To uni and back and for small grocery trips. But ever since I got my bike I also wander past the cycle hub curiously. 'I have a bike now! Can I join you in your hub of cycling?' It's a pretty little set-up next to Stirling train station and cycling's its thing. With a HUGE map of the Stirling area on the wall and awesome seats made out of old bikes, it's worth a visit whether you're a local or visiting cyclist. They can sort you out with cycle routes, give that flat wheel of yours a pump or simply satisfy your need for a good old-fashioned chat about bikes. After a quick like of the Stirling Cycle Hub facebook page I saw that they had a festive night light cycle planned that would go around town and last an hour. Sign me up! So, with tinsel round our bikes, we were welcomed by such passionate, friendly people! My wheels were a little on the flat side so they were happy to pump them up for me before we hit the road and there were free lights for those who didn't have any on their bike or just wanted to get more into the festive theme of the ride. The ride couldn't have been safer and we were signed in and out to ensure we were all back in one piece. It had been planned to cycle routes as much as possible which was great for anyone who was apprehensive about road cycling and the ride was leisurely, not strenuous! It was a lovely cycle about town as we got several 'toots' for our festive attire! We soon headed back to the hub for tea, mince pies and chatter. Police even stopped by to stamp our bikes so they could be traced if stolen. (Yay for anti-theft and the Cycle Hub's great local connections!) Now, it really grinds my gears (pardon the pun!) when people say that there's not a lot to do in Stirling and that there's far better communities thriving in larger cities. There's community if you look and the Stirling Cycle Hub is a really great find!

Have you ever wondered what an art gallery/installation/experience in The Capitol of Panem would be…read morelike? It's Jupiter Artland. If you know Hunger Games, you'll know exactly what I mean. If you're not familiar, think indulgent, a spectacle, disturbing, hedonistic, garish, innovative, creative, thought-provoking... you will feel polarizing things here, you will remember your visit here forever. According to their website, "Jupiter Artland is an award-winning contemporary sculpture garden... set over 120 azores of meadow, woodland and indoor gallery spaces, Jupiter Artland is home to over 30 permanent and unique site-specific sculptures... as well as a seasonal programme of carefully curated exhibitions..." Try to come on a beautiful day since this is an outdoor adventure! While it's mostly very accessible, there's a lot of walking, so wear comfortable shoes! We got the map and made it a point to visit and read about every site. I think Jupiter Artland became famous because of influencers showing off the vibrant Gateway pool (which you can actually occasionally swim in). I loved I Lay Here For You (about women in nature), Rivers (a collection of water from one hundred different rivers in the UK), Animitas (two hundred small Japanese bells that are constantly making different melodies; no two ever the same; it's supposed to be like how no two souls are the same); Rose Walk (the gothic and chinoiserie pavilions); I liked the Weeping Girls (statues in the woods) but my partner felt haunted, vice versa for In Memory (the cemetery with people's names erased); we were both left speechless, creeped out, and concerned after Upside Mimi! which we watched in its entirety. Woof. The Cells are also very iconic and apparently you can wild swim occasionally there too. The VERY LONG point? You SHOULD visit here. Art is supposed to make you feel stuff, and you will very much feel stuff here.

Jupiter Artland is out of this world COOL!!!! On our recent trip to Edinburgh, Scotland, this…read moreplace was one of the highlights of our visit. Definitely the BEST sculpture garden that we have ever visited anywhere in the world. There are both indoor and outdoor exhibits. The exhibits are displayed all over the more than 100 acres property. You can get a lot of exercise walking while searching and exploring the place looking & admiring the exhibits. Personally, my favorite area was the Cells Of Life. Very beautiful landscape work of art!! You cannot miss it because once you enter the property.....there it is!! "Cells of Life consists of eight landforms and a connecting causeway which surround four lakes and a flat parterre." Unfortunately, we only had a couple of hours to spare. So we did not have the opportunity to explore everything that Jupiter Artland had to offer. Still, we did enjoy our time. If you are in the Edinburgh, Scotland area, I recommend dropping by.

Charity will collect larger items especially furniture from you and their friendliest driver in the…read moreworld turns up exactly when they say he will. Collections are fuss-free and they bring the gift aid forms which take 2 mins to fill in.

I'm amazed by just how many times I've walked by this spot, only to have missed Bargain Stop. It's…read moreso unassuming and humble. Hidden away on Drip Road, it really does a good job of camouflaging among the houses nearby. I was surprised to know it's been there for ten years. Considering the countless empty buildings in Stirling town, as good a cause as Bargain Stop definitely deserves a more central location. But I'd say that finding it in its current spot was all part of its charm. With a small, rickety sign outside, it calls you in to 'The Bargain Stop.' Bargain? I love a bargain? Where? I wasn't quite sure I was heading in the right direction but regardless, I headed in. What I found was a charity shop. A funky one. The stock was really eclectic and they had quite the range of shoes. The beauty range was also worth having a look at with plenty of potential gifts. I just bet if you headed in on the right day, Bargain Stop would certainly make your day and you'd be leaving with an incredible buy. Bargain Stop's story will warm your heart. The money they raise enables them to offer daily meals to the local homeless and disadvantaged. It's for that reason I'll be back. Whilst nothing in the clothing section caught my eye this time round, there's certainly plenty of stock to browse and many interesting things to be found in every corner. I left happy with my chirping bird clock, excited to pop back again when I'm next in that part of town.

The minute I set eyes on CHAS, I just knew we'd be friends. I'd pass by everyday and gaze lovingly…read moreat the stock filling up, waiting for the day Stirling's newest charity shop would open its doors to the people of Stirling. The window display looked great and the shop had a trendy vintage feel about, similar to the chic charity shops you'd find on Glasgow's Byres Road. Each time I walked past, I felt like the shop was teasing me with all it's second-hand vintage goodies. I could look but I couldn't touch... ....Until the shop opened and I could finally fulfill my thrifty desire. Wow, wow, wow! The place is huge and filled with lovely things. Velvet pencil skirt. Fringed flapper mini. Green safari jacket. Everything was lovely and beautiful and so many pieces caught my eye. Impressive considering the shop had only just opened! With more than a handful of garments, I popped to the changing room. The changing room is GIANT! - More like a dressing room with a little chair and quirky decorations. With such roomy changing facilities, you might as well make the most of them! Dance, skip, jump. Give yourself a personal fashion show! Why not?! You've certainly got the spacial capacity and you'll be looking dapper in your new clothes! Seriously though, you will not be struggling for space in there. Staff were really very friendly. The manager of the Byres Road CHAS was in for the afternoon and insisted on holding the changing room curtain closed for me, ensuring that there wasn't a gap whilst I changed! - There's nothing worse than that dreaded gap, making for the quickest change in the history of quick-changes. So, I was in no rush and had plenty of time to make my choices. (Don't worry, I overheard them say that they're getting some velcro to sort out the gap. Gap no more!) I left chuffed with an oversized houndstooth coat (£9.99!) and a pearl-style necklace. CHAS may be the newest charity shop in town but it's definitely my favourite so far! Step aside, charity shops of Stirling. - There's a new kid in town!