Scotland · WORKSHOPS
7 reviewed
Here are the 7 workshops that stand up to a full day out: what each costs, how long you are on the road, and which suits a first trip. Number one is first for a reason.
A 2-hour beginner surf lesson at Dunnet Beach in Scotland’s North Highlands, with wetsuits, boards, and coaching included.
“A great but very tiring 2 hours spent with my sister and brother-in-law, and learnt to surf at the age of 64. Finn was fantastic and so encouraging and the gear supplied was first class. Highly recommended.”
Private 2-hour surf lesson for up to two at Dunnet Beach in the Scottish Highlands, with all gear and expert coaching included.
“This was one of the highlights of our trip to Scotland this year! Iona is patient, engaging, knowledgeable and really passionate about the sea, the coast and the sport of surfing and this shows in the way she delivers her sessions. She is also local and her love of this part of the coast is truly evident. We were met promptly at the meeting point, provided with all the equipment we would need and then carried the boards to the beach. We had a safety briefing with her and, considering we were both novice surfers, important ‘do’s and dont’s’ to make sure we didn’t hurt ourselves. With that, we were…”
Private South Skye wildlife safari with Stewart Dawber, binoculars and spotting scopes, bespoke walks, and photography tips plus picnic snacks.
“My daughter and I had a great day with Stewart! We learned a lot about the wildlife of Skye and photography tips!”
A private Edinburgh photography lesson that moves from golden hour to night lights, teaching settings, composition, and feedback in 3 hours.
“We are very serious to semi-professional photographers. When visiting new places, we look for private photography tours so we go to the best places for photography. Martin Smith, our tour guide, provided us with that. He is knowledgeable, personable, flexible, and fun to be with. We took us to places we'd not have found. We talked photography exploring each others interests and experiences. We would recommend him in a heart beat and hire him again the next we return to Edinburgh.”
Surf a Scottish shore at Cullen Beach. Get gear, a safety briefing, and 1.5 hours in the water with small-group coaching.
“Amazing conditions for my daughter’s lesson. Finn was excellent explaining and supporting her through the lesson with excellent advice. Very well organised and added greatly to our holiday with a smiling but tired teenager as she had Paddle Boarded in the morning! Thoroughly recommend Blue Coast you won’t be disappointed 😊👍”
Cook Cullen Skink and all-butter shortbread with host Nell in Edinburgh, then feast on haggis, whisky, and tea.
“I paid it gor a present to a friend of mine who went to visit Edjmburg, and who likes cooking. She called me when she finished tbe experience horrified and sick. The place was very old and really dirty, it was disgusting. The woman, who pretRead more”
Scottish Highlands photography tour from Glasgow with private guide James, tips for Glencoe and Rannoch Moor, snacks, pickup, and optional tripods.
“Was in edinburgh for a short trip and the highlight was a private photography tour to Glencoe and the Highlands! The day started with James picking up really early in edinburgh and we spent a full day exploring Glencoe and the highlands. Even Read more”
