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The Herald Scotland
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Family acquires Scottish national park visitor attraction
Simon Fraser, of the Business Partnership, said the Go Wild Loch Lomond facility is 'one of Scotland's most exciting outdoor adventure experiences'. He said the business, previously called TreeZone, is 'beautifully positioned at Loch Lomond Shores within the heart of the national park', adding it is a 'five-star rated aerial adventure course that's been thrilling locals and tourists alike with its treetop walkways, zip wires and high ropes challenges'. Mr Fraser said the buyer is a family linked to the area, adding: 'This unique business has now been acquired by a local buyer with strong connections to the area. The new owner brings fresh energy and a genuine passion for the outdoors, and plans to continue operating the business with support from existing team members – ensuring a seamless transition.' He said it 'will continue to be a standout attraction for visitors, schools, families and corporate groups, contributing to the local economy and enhancing the area's appeal as a top-tier tourism destination'. War of words heats up in Scottish fund management battle Further news is expected early next week in what has become an increasingly bitter battle in Scotland's fund management sector.
Daily Record
15-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Loch Lomond high ropes course reopens under new ownership after sudden closure
Owners Ian and Rhonda Fraser have taken over the high ropes course at Lomond Shores - which was known as TreeZone before its shock closure last year. A popular Loch Lomond aerial adventure course has reopened with new owners following its shock closure last year. Ian and Rhonda Fraser are the new owners of the high ropes course at Lomond Shores, previously known as TreeZone. Now rebranded as Go Wild Loch Lomond, the attraction promises fresh excitement for thrill-seekers. The TreeZone Loch Lomond facility ceased operations last October, while their Aviemore location continues to welcome adventurers. In a statement released last October, TreeZone expressed "with regret" their decision to close the site, citing the complexity and size of their business as reasons for refocusing on other ventures. The new owners are determined to enhance the experience, with Rhonda saying: "We're delighted to be able to once again offer the Adventure Tree Top Experience at Lomond shores both to the local community and visitors to the area. And while the ropes and zip lines are still here with a brand new first course on offer – and even more thrilling, what we're building goes far beyond the trees integrating our passion for coaching and self development, using 'The Hero's Journey' as one of our pillars to build from, but also working with other local businesses." She continued: "This isn't just about reopening an adventure course. It's about connecting people, championing local businesses, and making sure our community is at the centre of what happens here in Loch Lomond - including future proofing the interests of other local, family run adventure businesses by working together. "We both come from backgrounds rooted in this. Ian has spent an active 30 years+ climbing, cycling, and guiding in the outdoors - he's even a former Scottish Madison Champion and has bagged more than 150 Munros, is on the Scottish Cycling Committee and Scottish rep on the British Cycle Committee with a passion for track and road coaching." Rhonda went on: "I have over 25 years experience in small, family run businesses and have a passion for these collaborating together, having spent nearly a decade as Chair of the Queen Margaret Drive Community, helping organise the annual QMD street festival and countless local projects and fundraisers. I was honoured to be awarded the Responsible Business Champion for our constituency." Ian and Rhonda explained their decision to partner with neighbouring enterprises stemmed from recent discussions surrounding local developments. "We know there's been a lot of talk lately about local developments and that is why we've started working with other local businesses to make it easier for visitors to discover and book the amazing things on offer in the Loch Lomond area," Rhonda added. "Keeping the emphasis on the incredible family run businesses that have served the area and visitors for generations using our incredible location at Lomond Shores and plans to add to and develop our website in conjunction with these businesses. "We're not a corporation. We're a local family with an invested interest in the local area and businesses working together. So whether you're running a local business - guiding hikes, renting paddleboards, offering yoga by the loch, or running a lovely B&B - we'd love to hear from you and have a chat about working together. "We're here. We're open. We are excited to get going and we'd love for you to be part of this next chapter for not only us, but Loch Lomond and the surrounding area."
Scottish Sun
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Popular outdoor attraction to reopen on UK's largest lake – following shock closure last year
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR outdoor attraction in the UK will reopen following a shock closure last October. The former TreeZone high rope adventure course in Loch Lomond, Scotland, is set to reopen under new ownership after the loved attraction closed suddenly last year. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The attraction features two courses with high ropes and zip lines Credit: Alamy 3 TreeZone is located in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Credit: Alamy According to management, the adventure park will reopen under a new name "soon". In a post on social media, the site said: "EXCITING NEWS – High ropes is re-opening. "The high ropes course at Loch Lomond Shores will be re-opening soon, under new ownership. "Watch this space for opening date and more details." Read more on Scotland FERRY GOOD New ferry route that would connect Scottish town to European coastal city The attraction has two courses that both go through woodland, with many obstacles on the way and last around an hour-and-a-half each. There are also a number of zip slides including one that is 90 metres long. Whilst the Loch Lomond site closed in October, a second site at Aviemore remains open. Announcing the closure of its outlet at Loch Lomond Shores, TreeZone said at the time that the decision was made with "regret" after operating there for nine years. The statement added: "It is with regret that In Your Element must announce that our TreeZone high ropes adventure park at Loch Lomond will be closing from October 1. "The course is a very popular attraction in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, has a 5-star grading from Visit Scotland and has many hundreds of 5-star reviews across multiple review sites. The North Coast 500: Scotland's Must-Visit Road Trip Beats the Grand Canyon "As owners, we have not made this decision lightly, but our adventure business has grown too big and complicated to run effectively and it is time to let this part of it go, in order to refocus on our operations elsewhere. "We understand the impact that this will have on our awesome team of instructors, who have done a brilliant job in running the course, and also, that there are many regular customers out there who will miss us too." The attraction is located at the edge of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, which boasts a number of mountains, hiking trails, heritage attractions and campsites. Within walking distance of TreeZone is Balloch Castle Country Park which stretches over 200 acres. Located within the park is Balloch Castle, which was built in the early 19th century. Balloch Castle Country Park is the only country park in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. A little-known Scottish tourist attraction is also in the running to be crowned best in UK – and it's not in Glasgow or Edinburgh. Plus, the best family attractions in Scotland, whatever the weather.
The Irish Sun
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Popular outdoor attraction to reopen on UK's largest lake – following shock closure last year
A POPULAR outdoor attraction in the UK will reopen following a shock closure last October. The former TreeZone high rope adventure course in Loch Lomond, Scotland, is set to reopen under new ownership after the loved attraction closed suddenly last year. 3 The attraction features two courses with high ropes and zip lines Credit: Alamy 3 TreeZone is located in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park Credit: Alamy According to management, the In a post on social media, the site said: "EXCITING NEWS – High ropes is re-opening. "The high ropes course at Loch Lomond Shores will be re-opening soon, under new ownership. "Watch this space for opening date and more details." Read more on Scotland The attraction has two courses that both go through woodland, with many obstacles on the way and last around an hour-and-a-half each. There are also a number of zip slides including one that is 90 metres long. Whilst the Loch Lomond site closed in October, a second site at Aviemore remains open. Announcing the closure of its outlet at Loch Lomond Shores, TreeZone said at the time that the decision was made with "regret" after operating there for nine years. Most read in News Travel The statement added: "It is with regret that In Your Element must announce that our TreeZone "The course is a very popular attraction in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, has a 5-star grading from Visit Scotland and has many hundreds of 5-star reviews across multiple review sites. The North Coast 500: Scotland's Must-Visit Road Trip Beats the Grand Canyon "As owners, we have not made this decision lightly, but our adventure business has grown too big and complicated to run effectively and it is time to let this part of it go, in order to refocus on our operations elsewhere. "We understand the impact that this will have on our awesome team of instructors, who have done a brilliant job in running the course, and also, that there are many regular customers out there who will miss us too." The attraction is located at the edge of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, which boasts a number of mountains, Within walking distance of TreeZone is Balloch Castle Country Park which stretches over 200 acres. Located within the park is Balloch Castle, which was built in the early 19th century. Balloch Castle Country Park is the only country park in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. A little-known Plus, the best family attractions in Scotland, whatever the weather. 3 The attraction will soon reopen under new ownership Credit: Getty
The Sun
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Popular outdoor attraction to reopen on UK's largest lake – following shock closure last year
A POPULAR outdoor attraction in the UK will reopen following a shock closure last October. The former TreeZone high rope adventure course in Loch Lomond, Scotland, is set to reopen under new ownership after the loved attraction closed suddenly last year. 3 3 According to management, the adventure park will reopen under a new name "soon". In a post on social media, the site said: "EXCITING NEWS – High ropes is re-opening. "The high ropes course at Loch Lomond Shores will be re-opening soon, under new ownership. "Watch this space for opening date and more details." The attraction has two courses that both go through woodland, with many obstacles on the way and last around an hour-and-a-half each. There are also a number of zip slides including one that is 90 metres long. Whilst the Loch Lomond site closed in October, a second site at Aviemore remains open. Announcing the closure of its outlet at Loch Lomond Shores, TreeZone said at the time that the decision was made with "regret" after operating there for nine years. The statement added: "It is with regret that In Your Element must announce that our TreeZone high ropes adventure park at Loch Lomond will be closing from October 1. "The course is a very popular attraction in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, has a 5-star grading from Visit Scotland and has many hundreds of 5-star reviews across multiple review sites. "As owners, we have not made this decision lightly, but our adventure business has grown too big and complicated to run effectively and it is time to let this part of it go, in order to refocus on our operations elsewhere. "We understand the impact that this will have on our awesome team of instructors, who have done a brilliant job in running the course, and also, that there are many regular customers out there who will miss us too." The attraction is located at the edge of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, which boasts a number of mountains, hiking trails, heritage attractions and campsites. Within walking distance of TreeZone is Balloch Castle Country Park which stretches over 200 acres. Located within the park is Balloch Castle, which was built in the early 19th century. Balloch Castle Country Park is the only country park in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs. A little-known Scottish tourist attraction is also in the running to be crowned best in UK – and it's not in Glasgow or Edinburgh. Plus, the best family attractions in Scotland, whatever the weather. 3
