Black Bull Gartmore
56.144831, -4.379978Overview
Community-owned inn in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park serving Scottish cuisine
Accommodations
Black Bull Gartmore offers spacious, newly refurbished bedrooms with en-suite facilities and flat-screen TVs. Guests can choose between super king, king, or twin setups, including rooms that can be configured as twins. The Black Bull Hotel Gartmore also provides a full traditional Scottish breakfast included in the stay, with buffet and à la carte options available.
Dining
The on-site restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, using local produce. Dinner is served in a historic building atmosphere, and the menu includes dishes like steak and ale pie, Cullen skink, and beer-battered fish and chips. Black Bull Gartmore also offers a full English or Irish breakfast with local specialities, warm dishes, and juice.
Entertainment & Events
The Black Bull Gartmore hosts regular events and quizzes, providing entertainment for guests. On certain nights, live music or concerts take place in the pub, such as performances by singer Jill Jackson. The bar fills with local community owners, and the walls display history including a painting inspired by Robert Burns' poem Tam O'Shanter, painted by Scottish artist Craig Campbell.
Pet-Friendly & Family Policies
Areas where dogs are welcomed include the bar and outdoor seating, unlike many other hotels. The Black Bull Hotel Gartmore is family-friendly and provides a welcoming environment for children, with games and toys available in a private dining room. The hotel maintains a no-dogs policy in the restaurant area, ensuring a comfortable dining space for all guests.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Located in the quiet village of Gartmore, the Black Bull Gartmore is 8 miles from Lake of Menteith and 13 miles from Loch Katrine. Nearby attractions include Stirling Castle, Blair Drummond Safari & Adventure Park, and Mugdock Country Park. Glasgow Airport is 24 miles away, and the hotel offers free on-site private parking for all guests.
- Community ownership: Run by locals, with volunteers and shareholders providing service
- Rooms: Spacious newly refurbished bedrooms with super king, king, or twin setups
- Dining: British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
- Entertainment: Live music, concerts, quizzes, and historic wall displays
- Pet policy: Dogs welcomed in bar and outdoor seating areas
- Location: Within Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, near Stirling Castle
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
140 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
220 sq. feet
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Essential information about Black Bull Gartmore
| 💵 Lowest room price | 195 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 29.7 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Glasgow, GLA |
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