Our coffee stop was at Dobbies Stirling and on this outing we
had plenty time to do some shopping.
We then had a short drive through the countryside and up a narrow road
to the Distillery, which looked like a mill. We found out later that it
was originally a cotton mill!
On arrival, we were split into two groups with a 10 minute gap between us
setting off. The tour began with watching a video on the history of the mill
and distillery before we were taken round by a very informative and
enthusiastic young lady. I believe the other lady was also very good.
After the tour we were given two different samples to taste. As there
were a few of the ladies who don't drink, I do believe some of the gentlemen on
the tour had a lot more to drink! Our treasurer even managed to get samples for
the driver to take home with him. Well, if you don't ask you don't get!
There was time to purchase some goodies, although we’re not sure if
anyone availed themselves of the £5 discount on a bottle of whisky before we
were on our way to Callendar with time for lunch and more shopping.
High tea was at the King Robert Hotel Stirling and those who were on the
Bannockburn outing recognised where it was, the name was the giveaway - yes it
was right next door to Bannockburn.
I think a lovely meal was had by all (well no one seemed to complain)
and the service was excellent. All too soon it was time to return to
Edinburgh and once again the bus was being picked up by Douglas so there were no
local drop offs!
A good finale to our 2018 summer outings. We'll have to wait to see where 2019 will take us.
