Old Churches House

Ever since the seventh series ended, we’ve been going cold turkey for Game of Thrones.

If you know someone who can’t wait for the eighth series of the popular fantasy to start, we recommend this Big Deal on a stay at Old Churches House in Dunblane.

Part of a row of 18th-century cottages, it is the perfect base for visiting nearby Doune Castle.

A location which Game of Thrones fans will recognise as the set for Winterfell in Game of Thrones.

It has also had a starring role as Castle Leoch in Outlander and it appeared in Monty Python’s Holy Grail.

Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park

Other nearby attractions in this intriguing part of Scotland include Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park or historic landmarks such as Stirling Castle.

Take up today’s Big Deal on a stay at Old Churches House in Dunblane and you can enjoy all that the area has to offer.

Valid until the 26th March 2018, this offer would be perfect for a refreshing getaway to kick-start the year.

Convenient getaway

Less than a one hour drive from Glasgow and Edinburgh, Old Churches House is situated in the heart of Dunblane’s Cathedral Square.

It is a welcoming spot with ensuite bedrooms and a charming restaurant serving fresh, locally sourced food.

Tranquil break

Available seven days a week, the Big Deal is for a one or two night stay for two people in a double or twin room.

Each option includes a main course from the a la carte menu on the evening of arrival, as well as a full Scottish breakfast each morning.

Picturesque views

All the rooms have picturesque views across the cathedral square with its historic cottages, beautiful medieval cathedral and leafy kirk yard.

The rooms feature fluffy, Egyptian cotton towels; hot drinks trays and ensuite facilities. There is free WiFi throughout the building.

Atmospheric restaurant

On the first evening, guests can enjoy a main course from the dinner menu in the Juniper restaurant as part of the Big Deal.

A charming spot with pitched wooden ceilings, the restaurant serves a lovely selection of traditional Scottish and British dishes using fresh, local and seasonal produce.

The menus change regularly but typical choices might be the pig on a plate – twice roasted Scottish pork belly, pork fillet wrapped in pancetta, Stornoway black pudding and pork daube fritter, bubble and squeak mash, apple purée and red wine jus.

At this chilly time of year, we like the sound of the steak pie made with diced Scottish beef (supplied by David Bennett of Dunblane) served with chunky chips and seasonal vegetables.

Guests with a two night purchase are more than welcome to book in for a meal on the second night of their stay.

Happy guests

Old Churches House has been winning fans on TripAdvisor where it is rated a fantastic 4.5/5. This is what a couple of recent guests had to say. We have edited them for length:

‘Spent three nights at Old Churches House Hotel and cannot think of one negative… The staff from arrival to departure could not be more pleasant or helpful. The breakfast was excellent… Our room was spotlessly cleaned… The location is close to the main street but very quiet at night… We would certainly recommend Old Churches House and will certainly be going back…’

‘Most enjoyable stay… Excellent. Very friendly, helpful staff. Eaten in restaurant last two nights and been great. Smashing breakfasts too. Nice rooms with bonny views. Good showers. All in all a very good choice. Glad we came. Would certainly return.’

Stirlingshire stay

Explore all that Stirlingshire has to offer with today’s offer on a relaxing stay at Old Churches House in Dunblane.

This would make a lovely winter break and it is the perfect cure for those post-festive, pesky back-to-work blues.