Balcony Bar And Grill

Our minibus from Glasgow had to park in a different area than was used by the coach from Edinburgh last year. The reason was flooding. Despite this, I tried to walk through to the town of Balloch but had to turn back as the path was flooded at a place not far short of me reaching an ice cream kiosk. I turned back but it was an energetic walk and I enjoyed myself. Most, if not all, the others had opted to go on a Loch Lomond cruise. I did manage to get an ice cream after all. There had been some SEVERE flooding in recent days and we did see the flooded carpark as we headed through town. In fine weather it is a lovely place and even in the conditions that I saw it had its attractions.

The shops are nothing much to shout about. Sports direct, Fraser's (which is very expensive), a shoe shop, winter outlet store (good value) and a couple of other little stores. There is also a sea life centre and a couple of places to eat. But mainly came for the views and they are excellent. Some nice walks to be had as well.

Shopping centre is a typical TMP, Tourist money extraction point. Often food and craft fairs on outside at the weekend. Small but interesting engine house next to the dry-docked paddle steamer. Try the Pedalos for £25 p1/2 hour , tho' go for an hour. Great views of the paddle steamer if you get on the loch. Nice walks around too.