About Us.

Alternative Venues Lowland (AVL) is an initiative managed by Lowland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association.  AVL manages the public use of the Lowland RFCA Estate, when not in use by the military.

We have many fantastic properties to rent in the Lowlands of Scotland.  In addition to our numerous city venues, we have a number of unique locations in towns and villages.

We offer excellent value for money and well-maintained, secure locations for events and activities. Our versatile sites can facilitate training, sports, theatre, band practice, meetings, vehicle storage, filming, photography and much more. We are a non-profit organisation so all income generated from the use of our facilities is invested back into the Reserve Forces, Cadets and related property.

There are around 32,000 volunteer Reservists in the UK. Coming from all backgrounds, regions and jobs, these are ordinary men and women who give up their time to train and serve alongside the Regular Forces. Volunteer Reservists are called out to supplement the Regular Forces whenever operational demands require it. If Reservists are mobilised, they will carry out the same roles to the same high class standard as their Regular counterparts. They also receive the same world-class training and develop the same skills.

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The Cadet organisations are built on the simple idea of using military skills to bring unparalleled opportunities for young people from all walks of life to learn, grow and excel. They are run by thousands of ordinary people, doing extraordinary things.  For more than 150 years, the Cadet organisations have been inspiring young people to aim higher, gain confidence and get a head start on their future.

'Many thanks for making our visit such a smooth experience; that's what really helps our shooting crew and Director create the right conditions for the magic to happen!' - Gordon Keen, Location Manager, Crime 2

'Many thanks for making our visit such a smooth experience; that's what really helps our shooting crew and Director create the right conditions for the magic to happen!' - Gordon Keen, Location Manager, Crime 2