Blairvadach OEC is one of the largest residential outdoor education centres in Scotland. The centre is perfectly located on the east shore of the Gare Loch adjacent to Loch Lomond National Park. Just south of the Arrochar Alps, this location gives ease of access to all the land and water environments required to deliver a quality outdoor education programme. The centre boasts first class residential accommodation, high quality food, modern equipment and a highly skilled, qualified and experienced team of instructors.
Excellent Facilities in a stunning location! Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre offers accommodation for the duration of your course enabling you to get a good night’s rest after your exertions in the hills or on the water. We hope that the friendly atmosphere, comfortable rooms and homely catering will contribute to a memorable visit.
The Blairvadach Instructors are highly qualified, experienced adventurers and facilitators of outdoor learning. They are passionate about what they do and are looking forward to meeting you soon.
The Blairvadach support staff provide a vital service in keeping the centre running properly and looking after all of our visitors. You will find them friendly, approachable and ready to help.
On Thursday 5th September 1974, The Right Honourable Lord Provost Sir William Gray. J.P.B.L opened Blairvadach Sailing and Outdoor Centre.
Since the opening the facility has welcomed over 150,000 of Glasgow’s young people on courses varying from single days to 7-day residential experiences. The facility has evolved over the years to become a leading provider of curriculum based adventurous outdoor education.
In 2024 the centre will be marking its 50th Anniversary through a series of celebrations, competitions and connections with past, current and future stakeholders. Details of 4 projects you can get involved in are below: