Some excerpts from the website of Castle Campbell that might be useful
We both believe Dollar is a fantastic place to stay whether you're here for a day or a fortnight. Here, in no particular order, are a few of our favourite things to do. If you'd like more information then the
lounge bar is the place to head! Dollar itself is a thriving community, see what's happening at
www.dollarcommunity.org.uk. Both the castle itself and the Academy are Grade A listed buildings and are architecturally stunning. The walk up through the glen to the Castle is wonderful whatever the weather and just past the Castle you'll find yourself in uninterrupted wilderness. There are plenty of walks and we have copies of a guide from the Dollar Civic Trust available for just £3.00. At weekends the Dollar Museum is open. Run by volunteers it's a fascinating place to discover the local area. For more information about the museum see uk.geocities.com/
curator.dollarmuseum@btopenworld.com. Clackmannanshire is Scotland's smallest county and may not have the fame that some enjoy but there is plenty to do. There are several interesting Towers - the one at Alloa being the finest - and Gartmorn Dam is great if you want a stroll on the
flat in lovely surroundings. Tourist Information is in Alva at the Mill Trail
Centre. In Tillicoultry you'll find both Sterling Mills and Sterling Warehouse - good for shopping if you like
Outlet Malls and Furnishing. Edinburgh and Glasgow are both within an hours drive. These world-class cities need no introduction. Even closer to home is Falkirk. There you'll find the Falkirk Wheel, opened by the Queen in 2000 and a real marvel; and Callander House which has a fantastic museum dedicated to local history. Given that Central Scotland was a driving force behind the industrial revolution, anyone with an interest in the past will find it fascinating. Stirling is our nearest 'Big Town' and over the centuries its location as the last crossing point over the Forth has meant it has been at the
centre of many a battle. Bannockburn is well worth a visit, as is the Castle and the Wallace Monument. The latter give fantastic views so if the weather is kind, don't forget your camera. No
trip to Scotland is complete without visiting some of the most beautiful countryside in Europe. You can head north to Perth (taking in Scone Palace if old houses are your bag) and up the A9 to Pitlochry. There are so many places of stop off and potter that we'll leave that to the guidebooks. For some good shopping and a great cup of
coffee, head slightly north of Pitlochry to the House of Bruar in Bruar. Heading west you'll find Loch Lomond and the Trossachs which hardly need an introduction. Scotland's first National Park is well worth a visit. Heading east along the A91 you'll travel through Fife. The Palace in Falkland is packed with history or continue along the A91 until you reach St Andrews, the Home of
Golf. With its
golf courses, stunning beach and fascinating history there's plenty to do. However do wrap up warm - whatever the weather in Dollar its always several degrees cooler on the east coast. South of St Andrews are the East Neuk villages. With a Dutch influence on the architecture they make lovely places for a stroll. There are 11 Blue Flag beaches in Fife - so if the weather is balmy, take a dip. There is plenty of opportunity for sport in the area with over 30
golf courses within an hours drive, including world class St Andrews and Gleneagles. Whilst we're not
golf experts, there's almost always someone in the
bar we can introduce you to who is! Dollar
Golf Course itself is a really interesting course - perched on the hillside there's no need for any bunkers (check out the
golf club at
www.dollargolfclub.com. )! At Gleneagles just 20 minutes away you'll find world class golfing and shooting and locally there is plenty of fishing and hunting if you're interested. At Knockhill, which is just over the border in Fife, there's motor-racing and other events throughout much of the year. Finally, don't do anything at speed. The whole essence of Scotland can only be savoured by pottering at a leisurely pace. There's plenty to do, so if you cant fit it all in now, come back soon! Castle Campbell, overlooking Dollar. Link to National Trust for Scotland: Link to Historic Scotland:
www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
Staying at the Castle Campbell Hotel for Christmas. What could be better than arriving on Christmas Eve to a welcoming glass of Champagne, knowing that all you have to do for the next few days is enjoy the fine food and some of the best hospitality north of the Forth. Our 2-night Christmas break starts on Christmas Eve: Monday 24th December: Arrive to a complementary glass of Champagne (or a pot of
tea if you'd prefer!) served in the
lounge beside our roaring fire. In the evening, enjoy a dram in the
bar or visit one of the local churches for the midnight service. Return to the hotel for hot chocolate and mince pies. Christmas Day: After
breakfast, enjoy a stroll around the village, working up an appetite for our fabulous 6-course
lunch (. In the evening, we'll serve a light salad to all those who have become a little peckish! Boxing Day: Enjoy a full Scottish
breakfast, then depart. The price for 2 nights' bed and
breakfast, including
Lunch and
Dinner on Christmas Day, is £155.00 per person. Guests can book to stay for longer at the special rate of £35.00 per person BB. If you'd like to spend Christmas Day
Lunch with other friends or relatives and not at the hotel, then you can book a 2-night minimum stay for £100 per person, including full Scottish
breakfast on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Please note: we only have a limited number of places for
lunch, so if you're staying with us and would like to invite guests, then please book early.
3 Day Hogmanay Break. Other Festive Events. Christmas and Hogmanay
Celebrations at the Castle Campbell Hotel and
Restaurant. What could be better than enjoying a
drink beside the warmth of a roaring fire knowing that all you have to do is enjoy fine food and some of the best hospitality north of the Forth? Whether you are organising a Christmas
party with plenty of guests; have friends and releatives to visit but don't have enough space; or simply want to give yourself a Christmas treat, the Castle Campbell Hotel has what you're looking for. We have created this mini site to give you a flavour of what is in stall for you this festive season at the Castle Campbell Hotel. Explore the menu above for information about our menus, events, our download our brochure in PDF Format by clicking here. [990KB]. (Adobe Acrobat required to view - you can download it free from this link: To return to the main site, click on our logo at the top left of the page at any time. For more information about how to book, please click here. Christmas and Hogmanay Diary 2007. (click on the words in gold for more information). Monday 26th November: Wednesday 5th December: in aid of the Samaritans. Thursday 6th December: Santa and Late Night Shopping in Dollar. Monday 24th December: Christmas Eve Last orders for
dinner at 20.00 Last orders at the
bar 22.45. Tuesday 25th December:
Bar open to non-residents 12.00-15.00 only. Wednesday 26th December: Boxing Day Food served 12.00; 14.00; 18.00; 20.00
Bar open from 12.00 with last orders at 21.45. Monday 31st December: Grand Hogmanay
Dinner. Hotel open only to guests with reservations after 18.00 Last orders at the
bar 00.45. Tuesday 1st January 2008: New Years Day Brunch. 9.00 - 15.00 Supper served 18.00; 20.00
Bar open from 12.00 with last orders at 21.45
Always very popular, the. Grand Hogmanay
Dinner (see below) is a fantastic way to say goodbye to 2007 and welcome 2008. (Don't forget our Brunch on New Years Day (click here or scroll down)). Home-made gravad lax with salmon tartare mixed leaves Cullen skink freshly baked herb scone Chestnut and mushroom pate with apple chutney Smoked Scottish meats with watercress salad. Roast breast of Gressingham duck with hazelnut stuffing and redcurrant glaze Millefeuille of herb roast vegetables with lemon and garlic sauce Collop of Scottish beef fillet with wild mushroom glaze
Grilled halibut fillet with pak choi and mange toutr. Ecclefechan tart with whisky soaked fruits and creme fraiche Clootie dumpling with custard Pears poached in mulled wine with Mackies traditional ice cream. Scottish cheeses from Iain Mellis with home-made oatcakes.
Coffee with mince pies, shortbread and Brodies hand-made chocolates. Prices for the
dinner are £47.50 per adult and £30.00 per child under 12. Brunch on New Years Day. Kick 2008 off with a great start: brunch at the Castle Campbell Hotel. Served between 9.00 and 15.00, you can enjoy complementary glass of Bucks Fizz or a Bloody Mary along with a fantastic cooked
breakfast and a cold
buffet. There's plenty of choice: Fruit compote, Fruit juices Selection of cereals Porage with cream Warm croissant and Danish pastries.
Grilled back bacon Castle Campbell sausages Portobello mushrooms Cockburn's haggis black pudding Tomato tattie scones. Smoked salmon Loch Fyne kippers Smoked haddock kedgeree. Poached, scrambled or fried free range eggs. Unlimited Brodies teas and Colombian
coffee. The price is £20.00 per adult and £10 for children under 12. This will be the only menu served in the hotel for
breakfast or
lunch on New Years Day
The Christmas Day
Lunch menu is further down the page - click here to jump to it. Available from Monday 26th November. Our Christmas table d'hote menu offers a good choice for everyone and includes Brodies
coffee tea so book now to make sure you get the date you want. Fresh herb, lamb winter vegetable soup Warm smoked mackerel beetroot salad with Arran mustard dressing Chestnut and mushroom pate with apple chutney
Game terrine with red onion marmalade and oatcakes Vegetarian soup each day. Vegetable and Cheddar Kiev with salsa verdi Pan-fried Loch Duart salmon with white wine, cream and mussels Slow-cooked Scottish lamb with thyme, oregano and vegetables Roast turkey with oatmeal stuffing, kilted chipolatas cranberry sauce. Sticky toffee apple pudding with ice cream Chocolate tart with berry coulis and mascarpone Castle Campbell Christmas pudding with fresh cream Scottish cheeses with grapes, celery and oatcakes.
Coffee Christmas shortbread. Our great value menu is £17.00 per person for 2 courses and £20.00 for 3 courses, including
coffee. At the Castle Campbell Hotel, Christmas Day
Lunch is one of the highlights of the year. Always popular, it makes sense to book early. The menu: Cream of roast winter roots with parsnip crisps Fresh fruit platter with raspberry coulis Layered seafood terrine with lambs lettuce watercress salad. Roast Scottish turkey with chestnut stuffing, kilted chipolatas and cranberry jelly Roast sirloin Scottish beef with horseradish Yorkshire pudding
Grilled halibut and salmon fillets on roast fennel with Hollandaise sauce Roast chestnuts and cherry tomatoes with wild rice Brucklay cheese served in a Cheddar choux bun. Hazelnut Pavlova with fresh fruits and berry coulis Chocolate truffle and Drambuie tart Castle Campbell Christmas pudding with fresh cream. Scottish cheeses with grapes, celery and oatcakes.
Coffee with mince pies and Brodies hand-made chocolates. The price is £55.00 for adults and £35.00 for children under 12-years-old. If you;d like to celebrate but Christmas Day is not possible, then come and dine on Boxing Day. We;ve a great 4 -course menu for Boxing Day for £30.00 per adult or £17.50 per child. It may be your last chance to enjoy turkey in 2007!