Christmas at The Buchanan Arms, Drymen

5 days, Wednesday 23^rd – Sunday 27^th December

Staying at the Buchanan Arms & Spa- Drymen

Located in the picturesque village of Drymen, 4 miles from the east side of Loch Lomond, within the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. Buchanan Arms & Leisure Club’s origin goes back to the Buchanan of Drumakill, Lairds who owned extensive lands mainly at Drymen, Ross Priory, and Gartocharn. Built-in 1763 it was an inn and farmhouse.  In 1860 it was purchased by James 4th Duke of Montrose and leased to Mr. Robe Buchanan and then Mr. James Buchanan.  In 1935 the hotel was sold by Mr. David Burnett to Mr. Grant who, extensively reconstructed and extended the building and added a sun lounge on the south side.  Mr Charles Guy owned it next and made further improvements in 1952. “Charlie” as he was fondly known, wearing a blue kilt, always seemed to be at the front door to welcome all of his guests.   Join us as we celebrate this time of friendships old and new as we see through the Christmas holiday together.

Our itinerary

Day1-   Your door-to-door service will arrive to bring you to the coach.  Once on board your holiday coach, we travel north into Scotland and to our hotel, home for the next 4 nights.  Suitable comfort stops will be made on route.  On arrival a pre-dinner drinks reception will be held.  Musical entertainment is provided this evening.

Day 2- Christmas Eve   This morning after a full Scottish breakfast, we have a mystery excursion before returning to our hotel for afternoon Tea.  After dinner, musical entertainment is provided and also the watchnight carol service at Drymen church followed by mince pies and mulled wine.

Day 3 -Christmas Day   A very Happy Christmas to you all!!!  A full Scottish breakfast awaits you this morning before you do as you wish; enjoy a stroll ready for lunch.  A 4 course Christmas Day lunch with a visit from Santa who will be handing out gifts, whilst Christmas cake with tea & coffee will be available later this afternoon for the King’s speech.  This evening, a festive buffet dinner will be served and boardgames and Christmas films will be on offer to enjoy as you may wish.

Day 4-Boxing Day   This morning we enjoy a full Scottish breakfast before we venture out for a mystery drive.  After dinner this evening, musical entertainment is provided.

Day 5-   This morning we sadly say farewell.  We depart after a full Scottish breakfast and retrace our steps south making suitable comfort stops on the way.  We meet our door-to-door service late afternoon which will transfer you back to your doorsteps.

Facilities

En-suite accommodation

Hospitality tray

Television

Holiday Includes

Door to door service

All luxury coach travel as listed

4 x nights’ accommodation at the Buchanan Arms

4 x Scottish breakfasts

3 x choice dinners

1 x 4 course Christmas dinner

1 x Buffet dinner

Pre-dinner drinks on arrival

1 x Afternoon tea

Services of our experienced crew