Expeditions like no other
- The Rùm Ranger: a wildlife conservation trip to the Inner Hebrides
- The Highland Hike: a character-building trek down the Great Glen
- The History Hike: hiking, camping and archaeology in Northumberland
- Coasts and Castles: a camping, history and wildlife trip to the Farne Islands
- The Cairngorm Explorer: a mountain skills and hillwalking expedition to the Cairngorm mountains.
- The Highland Hike: a character-building trek down the Great Glen
- The History Hike: hiking, camping and archaeology in Northumberland
- Coasts and Castles: a camping, history and wildlife trip to the Farne Islands
- The Cairngorm Explorer: a mountain skills and hillwalking expedition to the Cairngorm mountains.
Rùm Ranger [11-17th July, 2021]
Spend five unforgettable days exploring the Hebridean isle of Rùm. Hide from otters, strut amongst stag and track the mysterious wild goats on one of the Britain's true wildernesses. Learn from rangers how to look after our wildlife and take part in unique conservation efforts in order to earn the coveted John Muir Award. Explore the opulence of the Edwardian era on a tailor-made tour of Kinloch Castle and help rangers count whales, seals and dolphins on a maritime safari through the Small Isles. Finally, return to Fort William via the Glenfinnan Viaduct made famous in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets before settling down on the Caledonian Sleeper for your journey home.
SPACES 2021
The History Hike [8-11th July, 2021]
Three nights of walking and camping in the stunning wilderness of Northumberland, learn about the dramatic History of the one-time northern border of the Roman Empire, discover ancient artefacts with Archaeologists, enjoy the delights of a medieval banquet served by faux Dominican friars in the hall where the kings of England and Scotland once met. This trip is perfect of children of all hiking abilities, particularly those interested in History but will appeal to any children interested in the outdoors.
3 SPACES LEFT 2021
SPACES 2022
SPACES 2022
The Cairngorm Explorer [Now: 29th Aug.-4th Sept., 2021]
A thrilling mountain skills escape to the Cairngorm Mountains in Scotland. The trip includes winter hill walking experiences led by qualified staff in some of the most dramatic scenery in northern Britain. The young adventurers will visit the UK's only rewarded reindeer herd as well as a range of climbing and water sports on Loch Morlich.
SPACES 2021
Coasts and Castles [25-28th Aug., 2021]
An action-packed weekend exploring the uniquely stunning Northumbrian coastline as well as the seal-strewn shores of the Farne Islands. The trip includes a dramatic barefoot crossing of the Lindisfarne causeway before we follow in the footsteps of both Vikings and Henry VIII's reformists with a visit to the captivating Lindisfarne Priory. We circumnavigate the mighty fortress of Bamburgh and learn about the village's heroine: Grace Darling, before ourselves visiting the famous site where she saved the unfortunate mariners. No history trip is complete without a ghost story and Chillingham Castle certainly puts a 'chill' in the spine! The trip involves day hiking and is excellent fun for beginners as well as those interested in history and/or wildlife.
SPACES 2021
The Highland Hike [Postponed 2021 - Available 2022]
A week spent in Britain's greatest wilderness: the Scottish Highlands. Arriving into Inverness on the Caledonian sleeper, you'll be greeted by the moors of Culloden through your window. Spend the week hiking and camping down the Great Glen taking in the jaw-dropping sights of Lochs Ness, Oich and Lochy. Visit ancient castles and look for the infamous Loch Ness Monster! We finish the week by summiting the mighty Ben Nevis, the UK's highest mountain. This trip is perfect for those who enjoy hiking in the great outdoors and wish to challenge themselves.
POSTPONED 2021
SPACES 2022
SPACES 2022
