LOCH LOMOND & THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK SPECTATOR GUIDE
2 THE MOMENT is finally here! Welcome to Loch Lomond and the 2018 LEN European Open Water Swimming Championships. Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park promises to showcase exciting sporting action set amongst some of the most stunning scenery in the whole of Scotland. All four events will use a 2.5km lap course, with the start, lap turn and finish all located within Drumkinnon Bay creating a natural stage for spectators and broadcasters to enjoy the action.
Local Attractions There are a number of local sights and attractions within Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Why not take a scenic walk, hike, cycle or cruise around the loch. Or shop, eat and play at Loch Lomond Shores. For ideas of things to do at Loch Lomond, places to discover and where to stay, visit lochlomond-trossachs.org 3
Before You Leave Home Be prepared Items such as bags in excess of 25 litres, commercial photography equipment, glass containers, bulk food, balls, inflatable items and alcoholic beverages are not allowed in any of our venues. There will also be some restrictions on items such as flags and poles which can t be over 1mx2m. A full list of prohibited and restricted items is available from glasgow2018.com/ lochlomond Make sure you check the full list before you arrive on venue. Plan your journey Keep up to date with travel information at getreadyglasgow.com No Smoking Smoking is not permitted at Glasgow 2018 venues. Session times 8 Aug 9 Aug 11 Aug 12 Aug Women s 5km 09:15 Men s 5km 09:15 Women s 10km 09:15 Mens 10km 09:15 Team Event 5km 10:45 Women s 25km 08:45 Men s 25km 08:45 All times are approximate and may change 4
Venue Services Information point Find out more about the Championships, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park. Located near the Sealife Centre. Lost and found items Items should be reported to Loch Lomond Shores. For contact details and further information visit lochlomondshores.com Food and drink An array of food and drink kiosks are available at Loch Lomond Shores. For further information visit lochlomondshores.com First aid Located in front of the shorefront. Mobile first aiders are available. Ask a member of staff for support if needed. Water refill Located inside Loch Lomond Shores. Merchandise Take home your own piece of the Championships! Merchandise is available from the outlet located at the main spectator zone during competition days. Check out our George Square megastore in Glasgow which operates from 18 June 17 August. Baby changing Located within accessible toilets inside Loch Lomond Shores. Toilets All toilets, including accessible toilets are located inside Loch Lomond Shores. Dog spending Located near the entrance to Loch Lomond Shores. ATMs Located inside Loch Lomond Shores. 5
Travel Information Loch Lomond is well served by trains and buses from Glasgow with a short walking distance to the venue. In order to experience a positive journey we encourage you to follow the advice as shown. Taxis Drop-off and pick-up is located within Loch Lomond Shores car park. Walking route Up to a 15 minute walk to Loch Lomond from Balloch Station. See map for details. Train Balloch Station is well served by trains from Glasgow Queen Street with services extending across Scotland. Accessible parking Loch Lomond Shores has existing blue badge parking available for permit holders subject to availability. Further information lochlomondshores.com Bus Service number: 1 and 1A from Osbourne Street, Glasgow to Balloch Bus terminus. Citylink operates several services from Buchanan Bus Station to Balloch. Spectator parking There are a small number of public parking spaces available at Loch Lomond Shores. Cycle parking There are great bike routes from Glasgow to Loch Lomond Shores, with cycle parking available at Loch Lomond Shores. For further information visit lochlomondshores.com 6
Bringing you the best in music, visual art, street art, dance, theatre, design and more! Glasgow and areas hosting sport across Scotland will be buzzing with cultural events and activities at city centre Festival sites, cultural venues and in communities, adding to the celebrations around the 11 days of world-class sporting action. 7 The Beating Heart Updates and full programme information glasgow2018.com/festival George Square Glasgow s iconic George Square will bring a carnival atmosphere to the city centre through a programme of free events that will delight all ages and put Glasgow and Scotland s renowned creativity in the spotlight. Merchant City Festival The centrepiece of Glasgow s summer events calendar is back for 2018, presenting the best in Scottish and international arts and entertainment, while showcasing the unique cultural and creative hub that is Glasgow s Merchant City. GO LIVE! at the Green A must visit destination for all the family. This innovative live experience will bring together sport, fitness, health, arts, food and drink as never before and in an engaging and exciting way to encourage people to lead healthy and active lives.
Bonnie s Top Tips Cheer on your favourites All the swimmers are ready to swim round the loch Give them a cheer when they dive off the dock. Around they go in the water so cold Paddling hard, all pushing for gold. My pals will be handing out hand held flags and face stickers so be sure to grab yours to cheer on your favourite athlete. SPEND 35 AND SAVE 5 Available to use in official merchandise stores and glasgow2018.com/shop * * Not applicable for use in the following Glasgow 2018 official merchandise venue stores: Tollcross International Swimming Centre, Royal Commonwealth Pool, Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park and Scotstoun Sports Campus. Capture #TheMoment I d love to see your moment at the Championships! Don t forget to take your sealfie with our official sealfie frames and tag #BonnieTheSeal on social media. 8
Start and Finish Sealife Centre River Leven Bus stop Train station Taxi drop-off/pick-up Accessible parking Cycle parking Walking route Loch Lomond Shores Ben Lomond Way Clairinsh Clairinsh Pier Road 15 minute walk Accessible viewing Toilets Accessible toilet ATMs First aid Merchandise Road closure Dog spending Information point Spectator viewing area Inchcruin Bus stop Balloch Road Clairinsh 9 Ben Lomond Way Balloch Road Tullichewan Ro Balloch Station
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