Croot's Country Store

Croot's Country Store At Croots Country Store, our family-run business in Dunoon, we offer a treasure trove of goodies! Visit our classic Hunting Fishing & Accessories shop.

In-store and online, we've got you covered with clothing, dog and bird food, and fishing gear galore.

DOG OF THE MONTH PUP-DATEWe’ve had THREE more entries come in over the weekend, and we love seeing them.But we want eve...
08/09/2026

DOG OF THE MONTH PUP-DATE

We’ve had THREE more entries come in over the weekend, and we love seeing them.

But we want even more.

This month, we’re looking for the wild, the wacky, and the wonderfully ridiculous dogs out there. Got a photo of your dog pulling their funniest face, sitting in a bizarre position or just being completely daft? We want to see it.

Entering is easy:
Send us a photo of your dog along with a short description using our entry form:
https://www.crootscountrystore.com/dotm-application

Our Dog of the Month winner will receive:
A special Dog of the Month certificate
A £10 voucher to spend at Croot’s Country Store

Entries close at 12pm on Tuesday 29th September 2026, so there’s still plenty of time to get your dog involved.

Good luck to everyone who enters.

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina, Sandbank, PA23 8FE
01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

TREAT TUESDAY – CHEESE, PLEASE!Got a dog that LOVES to chew?This week we’re putting the spotlight on Bamboodles Cheese T...
08/09/2026

TREAT TUESDAY – CHEESE, PLEASE!

Got a dog that LOVES to chew?

This week we’re putting the spotlight on Bamboodles Cheese T-Bone Chews – a brilliant choice for dogs that need something tough, satisfying and long-lasting to get their teeth into.

These aren’t just about keeping your dog occupied either. Bamboodles are designed with your dog’s chewing needs in mind.

Why we like them:

• Tough and long-lasting – made using bamboo fibre combined with nylon
• Great for dogs that are enthusiastic chewers
• Helps keep dogs occupied and mentally stimulated
• Can help redirect chewing away from furniture, shoes and other things they shouldn’t be chewing
• Raised nubs help control plaque and tartar build-up
• Can help support cleaner teeth, healthy gums and fresher breath
• Easy-grip T-Bone shape means your dog can hold it between their front paws while they chew
• Designed to mimic the satisfying texture of wood without giving your dog an actual stick
• And best of all for cheese-loving dogs – CHEESE FLAVOUR!

We’ve got THREE sizes available at Croot’s Country Store:

SMALL – for dogs up to 15kg
MEDIUM – for dogs up to 30kg
LARGE – for dogs up to 40kg

So whether you’ve got a little chewer or a much bigger set of jaws at home, there’s a Bamboodles to suit them.

If your dog gets bored easily, loves chewing everything in sight, or you simply want something that will keep them occupied for longer, these are well worth a try.

Pop into Croot’s and pick one up for your dog this Treat Tuesday.

Does your dog have a favourite flavour when it comes to chews?

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina, Sandbank, PA23 8FE
01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

Thinking of popping in to see us this week?Here are our opening hours so you know when to find us. Whether you’re callin...
07/09/2026

Thinking of popping in to see us this week?

Here are our opening hours so you know when to find us. Whether you’re calling in for dog food, country clothing, venison, outdoor gear or just a browse, we’d love to see you at Croot’s Country Store.

Holy Loch Marina, Sandbank, PA23 8FE
01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

DOG OF THE MONTH PUP-DATEWe’re looking for the WEIRD AND WONDERFUL, the WACKY AND WISE, the ZOOMIES AND THE ZONKED!Is yo...
05/09/2026

DOG OF THE MONTH PUP-DATE

We’re looking for the WEIRD AND WONDERFUL, the WACKY AND WISE, the ZOOMIES AND THE ZONKED!

Is your dog a complete character? Maybe they sleep in the strangest positions, have a face that says it all, suddenly tear around the house at 100mph, or simply have their own wonderfully weird way of doing things.

Whatever makes your dog YOUR dog, we want to see them!

A huge thank you to everyone who has entered so far. We’ve already had some brilliant characters sent our way, and you can see this month’s contenders here:

www.crootscountrystore.com/dotm-entries

Think your dog deserves to join them?

Entering is easy. Send us your favourite photo and tell us a little about what makes your dog so special:

www.crootscountrystore.com/dotm-application

WHAT COULD THEY WIN?

Our Dog of the Month winner will receive:

A Croot’s Dog of the Month certificate

A £10 voucher to spend at Croot’s Country Store

And, of course, the all-important title of Croot’s Dog of the Month!

FINAL ENTRIES CLOSE:
12pm on Tuesday 29th September

WINNER ANNOUNCED:
3pm on Wednesday 30th September

So whether they’re weird, wonderful, wacky, wise, permanently doing zoomies or completely zonked on the sofa, get those photos entered before the deadline.

We can’t wait to meet the next batch of contenders!

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina
Sandbank
PA23 8FE

01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

FOOD FRIDAY: VENISON & MUSHROOM FILO PARCELSSomething a little different for this week's Food Friday.Crisp golden filo p...
04/09/2026

FOOD FRIDAY: VENISON & MUSHROOM FILO PARCELS

Something a little different for this week's Food Friday.

Crisp golden filo pastry filled with tender Cowal Deer venison, mushrooms, onion and a creamy mustard sauce. These Venison & Mushroom Filo Parcels look impressive on the plate but are surprisingly straightforward to make.

Perfect with potatoes and seasonal vegetables for a weekend dinner.

INGREDIENTS

* 500g Cowal Deer diced venison, cut into small pieces
* 200g mushrooms, finely sliced
* 1 small onion, finely chopped
* 1 garlic clove, crushed
* 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
* 100ml double cream
* 1 tsp dried thyme
* 6 sheets filo pastry
* 30g butter, melted
* 1 tbsp oil
* Salt and black pepper

METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan.

2. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a high heat.

3. Add the venison and quickly brown it in batches. Remove from the pan and set aside.

4. Reduce the heat and add the onion and mushrooms. Cook until softened and any excess liquid from the mushrooms has evaporated.

5. Add the garlic and thyme and cook for another minute.

6. Return the venison to the pan and stir through the wholegrain mustard and cream.

7. Cook briefly until the sauce has thickened, then remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

8. Lay out the filo sheets and brush lightly with melted butter. Layer the sheets together before cutting into sections.

9. Spoon the venison filling into the centre of each section and fold the pastry around the filling to create individual parcels.

10. Brush the tops with a little more melted butter and bake for approximately 15–20 minutes, until crisp and golden.

11. Serve hot with potatoes, seasonal vegetables or a fresh salad.

Would you serve these as a main course, or make smaller versions as a starter?

And what sauce would you put alongside them — creamy peppercorn, red w**e, gravy, or no sauce at all?

Pick up your Cowal Deer venison from Croot’s Country Store.

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina
Sandbank
PA23 8FE

01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

ALASKA EXTREME LITE – UPDATED STOCK NOW AVAILABLEWe’ve just updated our stock of the Alaska Extreme Lite Jacket and Trou...
03/09/2026

ALASKA EXTREME LITE – UPDATED STOCK NOW AVAILABLE

We’ve just updated our stock of the Alaska Extreme Lite Jacket and Trousers, available in both Night Green and BlindTech Invisible Camo.

A firm favourite with Joe and Martin, who both wear the Extreme Lite range when they’re out stalking and can vouch for how well it performs in real conditions.

Why they rate it:

• 20,000 mm waterproof protection
• 20,000 g/m²/24h breathability
• Lightweight and comfortable for covering ground
• Quiet brushed outer fabric
• Windproof APS membrane
• PFC-free water-repellent finish
• Practical pockets and adjustable fit

JOE’S RECOMMENDATION

For Joe, the big advantage is the balance between weather protection and weight. It gives you serious protection from wind and rain without feeling heavy or restrictive, making it ideal for long days outdoors and changeable Scottish weather.

AVAILABLE IN:

Night Green – Jacket and Trousers

BlindTech Invisible Camo – NOW REDUCED

Stock of the reduced BlindTech Invisible Camo is limited, so it really is first come, first served.

GET IT WHILE YOU CAN.

Available now in store or online.

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina
Sandbank
PA23 8FE

01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

FOOD FRIDAY: VENISON KOFTA FLATBREADS WITH MINT YOGHURTLooking for something a little different for dinner this weekend?...
03/09/2026

FOOD FRIDAY: VENISON KOFTA FLATBREADS WITH MINT YOGHURT

Looking for something a little different for dinner this weekend?

These Venison Kofta Flatbreads are packed with flavour, simple to make and a great way to use Cowal Deer minced venison. The rich flavour of the venison works brilliantly with warm spices, fresh salad and a cool mint yoghurt.

A great Friday-night meal where everyone can build their own.

INGREDIENTS

For the koftas:

* 500g Cowal Deer minced venison
* 1 small onion, finely grated
* 2 garlic cloves, crushed
* 1 tsp ground cumin
* 1 tsp ground coriander
* 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
* 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
* Salt and black pepper
* 1 tbsp oil

For serving:

* 4 large flatbreads
* Shredded lettuce
* Sliced tomato
* Thinly sliced red onion

For the mint yoghurt:

* 150g natural yoghurt
* Small handful of fresh mint, finely chopped
* Squeeze of lemon juice
* Pinch of salt

METHOD

1. Place the minced venison, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika and parsley into a bowl. Season well and mix together.

2. Divide the mixture into 8 portions and shape each one into a short kofta.

3. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium-high heat.

4. Cook the koftas for around 8–10 minutes, turning regularly, until browned and cooked through.

5. Mix the yoghurt, mint, lemon juice and salt together in a small bowl.

6. Warm the flatbreads and fill with lettuce, tomato and red onion.

7. Add the hot venison koftas, spoon over the mint yoghurt and serve straight away.

Would this make it onto your Friday-night menu?

What would you add to yours — extra chilli, more mint yoghurt, a little cheese, or would you keep it just as it is?

Pick up your Cowal Deer venison from Croot’s Country Store.

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina
Sandbank
PA23 8FE

01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

CONGRATULATIONS BISCUIT – OUR DOG OF THE MONTH WINNERBiscuit has done it.Our latest Croot’s Country Store Dog of the Mon...
01/09/2026

CONGRATULATIONS BISCUIT – OUR DOG OF THE MONTH WINNER

Biscuit has done it.

Our latest Croot’s Country Store Dog of the Month winner has officially taken the crown, and we think it’s very well deserved.

Biscuit has won:
A Croot’s Dog of the Month certificate
A £10 Croot’s Country Store voucher to spend in-store

A huge thank you to everyone who entered. We loved seeing all your photos, and if your dog missed out this time, September could be their moment.

Because this month, normal dogs need not apply.

SEPTEMBER DOG OF THE MONTH:
DUNOON’S WACKIEST DOG

We want the weird ones.
The wild ones.
The dogs with ridiculous expressions.
The upside-down sleepers.
The ones who sit like humans.
The ones with hair that has clearly given up.
The dogs caught doing something so strange you had to take a photo.

No exceptions. The wackier, the better.

September’s winner will receive:
A Croot’s Dog of the Month certificate
A £10 Croot’s Country Store voucher

Entries close Saturday 26th September.

Winner announced Wednesday 30th September.

Think your dog could be Dunoon’s wackiest?

Enter here:
www.crootscountrystore.com/dotm-application

We have a feeling this month could get very strange.

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina, Sandbank, PA23 8FE
01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

Tuesday walkies essential — and there’s a NEW bigger box in at Croot’s.We’ve now got Beco Dog Poo Bags available in seve...
01/09/2026

Tuesday walkies essential — and there’s a NEW bigger box in at Croot’s.

We’ve now got Beco Dog Poo Bags available in several handy formats, so whether you like to grab a bag from a box by the door or keep a roll tucked in your pocket or dispenser, there’s an option to suit you.

NEW TO THE SHOP — 315 Beco Poo Bags with Handles
A great option for regular dog walkers and multi-dog households. The easy-tie handles make tying up quick and simple, while the larger 315-bag box means you can stock up and forget about running out for a while.

We also have:
120 bags on rolls with handles
120 bags on rolls without handles
120 folded bags with handles

Beco bags are made to be strong, thick and leakproof, helping keep dog walks straightforward and your hands protected. They’re also made using post-consumer recycled plastic, giving existing plastic another useful life rather than relying on new plastic.

It might not be the most glamorous part of owning a dog, but a good poo bag is one of those things you really notice when it lets you down. These are practical, reliable and easy to keep ready for every walk.

Pop into Croot’s and pick up the format that works best for you.

Croot’s Country Store
Holy Loch Marina, Sandbank, PA23 8FE
01369 760284
www.crootscountrystore.com

Planning a trip to Croot’s? Here’s when you’ll find us open. Whether you’ve got something specific in mind or you’re sim...
31/08/2026

Planning a trip to Croot’s? Here’s when you’ll find us open. Whether you’ve got something specific in mind or you’re simply having a look around, we’ll be glad to see you.

Address

Holy Loch Marina
Dunoon
PA238FE

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+441369760284

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