Things to Do: World Water Day

In celebration of World Water Day on March 22nd, we've put together some great water-based activities to enjoy during your stay in Oban...

Here in Scotland, we have the best water in the world - it's a wonder that people bother to buy bottled water when it's so clean from the tap. March 22nd marks World Water Day - and to celebrate, we've put together a list of great water-based activities to enjoy during your stay in Oban...

Atlantis Community Leisure

Make a splash in the 25 metre Atlantis Pool, with suitable depths for beginner and experienced swimmers. To add to the fun, there's a toddler's dolphin slide and the fastest flume on the west coast for all those thrill seekers out there too. There are also lots of classes, including "learn to swim", "Aqua Zumba" and Family Fun Sessions - complete with an inflatable pool-top obstacle course. A perfect day out for all ages!

Stramash

Looking for adventure? Stramash offer fun-filled adventure days for all the family. Whether it's Sea Kayaking, Canoeing or Gorge Walking, there's a great mix of activities to keep the family active and get them out in the fresh air. We particualry like Coasteering; a spine-tingling journey of exploration and you climb, swim and jump over land and sea. A great day out for all thrill seekers. 

Isle of Kerrera Ferry

After more chill than thrill? Take a leisurely ride across the waves to the beautiful Isle of Kerrera - also known as the Jewel to the Firth of Lorne. Maybe you'll see some otters or pelicans on the way? Why not go for a cycle? Bikes go free on the ferry. 

Visit our website for more things to do in Oban.

Mother's Day: Things To Do

As mentioned in our previous post, Mother's Day is coming up (March 30th to be exact) and as promised, we have come up with  a few ideas of things to do with mum around Oban. Something fun that allows you to have some quality time together. Here are a few of our favourite picks...

Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary

Nature trails, turtle sanctuaries, classes and resident seals and otters - there's loads of fun to be had at the Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary (this is a particularly good one for mums of young kids!) - on Mother's Day - mum's go free and there's card making too for the kids! When you book through Lagnakeil, you get 2 for 1 at the Scottish Sea Life Sanctuary too, check our special offers for more information.

Boat Trip

Take to the water with one of Oban's boat adventures - we recommend Seafari Adventures (see all of Oban's Wildlife) or Coastal Connections, where you can have the option to visit the Isles.

Oban Phoenix Cinema

The Oban Phoenix Cinema is a community run business and the heart of soul of Oban. With the latest releases, fun themed nights and the comfiest cinema seats we've ever sat on, OPC is a great place to take your mum to relax and have a laugh (or cry) - depending what's on!

Restaurants in Oban

Did you know Oban is the seafood capital of the UK? There is a massive foodie scene in Oban and it's all about fresh local ingredients. Don't be surprised if you see fresh fish from the sea come in from the pier, straight onto your plate - that's how things are around here. Click the link above for a list of restaurants in Oban.

Check out the Lagnakeil Website for information on Mother's Day Accommodation