Loch Lomond Highland Games

We arrived at Balloch on Thursday afternoon for Loch Lomond Highland Games, this year it was extended in light of the Commonwealth Games to include youngsters with a trial run of 'Junior Highland Games', which was held on the Friday.

With us getting there early, we had plenty time to set up then relax in the peace and tranquility of the park (which is right next to Loch Lomond!). 

We also had time for a wee walk down to the harbour and back through the woods to the van before bedtime.  We weren't to sure how long the good weather would be lasting, with heavy rain and thunder being predicted for the next few days...

I think that sometimes the weather forecasters need to get out more, as it was quite pleasant on Thursday and Friday...

The kids took great advantage of this by having a great time competing in their very own Highland Games before the Commonweath Baton came round in the afternoon...

Sadly the weather took a slight turn for the worse on Saturday, with a light drizzle starting around about noon, slowly turning heavier towards the late afternoon...

But despite the worsening weather there was still a lot going on with the triathalon, cycle and track racing, as well as the more traditional heavy weights of caber tossing, shot put and lots more besides...

Overall we had a great time out for everyone, young and old alike!