Events
Daily Guided Rewilding Walk
9.30am every day
This immersive tour of Dundreggan offers the perfect opportunity to connect with nature, deepen your understanding of rewilding and our Gaelic cultural heritage, and witness a landscape coming back to life.
Booking essential.
To book a tour at a different time, or for other guided activities, please see our Bespoke Activities.
Daily Rewilding Presentation
4.45pm every day | FREE
A fifteen minute talk introducing the work of Trees for Life – a chance to find out something about what’s going on at Dundreggan and our vision for rewilding! Talks will cover all sorts of topics, from the work in our tree nursery to Dundreggan’s Gaelic heritage, beaver reintroduction to native tree seed collection, and plenty more!
No need to book – just come along to the Rewilding Centre for 4.45pm and you’ll be welcome to join!
Donations welcome.
Bird Ringing Demonstration
Saturday 16 May from 7:30am – 12:00 FREE
As part of our species monitoring work, we’re joining local licenced bird ringer John Owen to support the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) ringing scheme. You’re welcome to drop in to our Heather Trail at any time during the morning to learn more about our local birdlife and see how important ecological data is carefully recorded in the field.
Donations welcome.
Tree Nursery Walk
11:00am every Friday and Saturday
Due to popular demand we are now offering public walks around our tree nursery! Available every Friday and Saturday at 11am from June – August. Book now to see over 300,000 trees in action and learn from our expert guides on how we begin our rewilding journey by exploring tree seeds, soilbeds, polytunnels and more!
Booking essential.
To book a tour at a different time, or for other guided activities, please see our Bespoke Activities.
Summer Craft Fair
Saturday 13 June | FREE
10:00am – 4:30pm.
Join us for a lovely Summer Craft Fair at Dundreggan Rewidling Centre! Shop from local highland vendors, explore our visitor centre and gift shop, footpaths or even stop by to have a bite to eat at our An Nead Café.
Tarot in the Tipi
Saturday 13 June
11:00 – 11:45am or 1:00 – 1:45pm
Interested in learning more about Tarot cards? Join Nicola McIntosh at Dundreggan for a soulful exploration of animism and the quiet language of the land. Discover simple, grounded ways to deepen your connection with nature and the spirit of place.
Folklore Afternoon Tea
Sunday 14 June
12:00 – 1:30pm or 2:00 – 3:30pm.
Hear from, Jenny Johnstone of the Scottish Folklore podcast as she shares queer highland folktales about transformation, love, death, betrayal and the misunderstood whilst you feast upon our afternoon tea!
Our afternoon tea includes a cosy hot drink, cold drink, tasty sandwiches, scones and cake to add even more whimsy to your afternoon.
Half – Day Hike
Tuesday 30 June: 10:30am – 1:30pm.
Do you fancy a challenge?
Join us on a journey across our 10,000 acre rewilding estate with a hill walk to Binnilidh Bheag to venture off the beaten path to lesser known areas of the estate, hiking on occasionally pathless and boggy ground with small stream crossings in between. Join our hike to learn about rewilding from expert guides, a ‘wolf den’ and even the chance to see golden eagles flying to their nests overhead! There must be at least 4 or more bookings for this event to go ahead.
Wildlings – Kids Summer Activities
Every Sunday in July: 11:00am – 2:30pm.
Are you ready to become a wee wild one?
Join us for a day of outdoor activities navigating nature by spending the morning pond dipping for beasties and learn how to survive the wild with shelter building! Activities start from 11am – 2:30pm, for ages 4 and up! Adults go free and must attend the activities. We also have a free playpark and a cosy cafe An nead on site for a tasty lunchtime snack.
Half – Day Hike
Tuesday 28 July: 10:30am – 1:30pm.
Do you fancy a challenge?
Join us on a journey across our 10,000 acre rewilding estate with a hill walk to Binnilidh Bheag to venture off the beaten path to lesser known areas of the estate, hiking on occasionally pathless and boggy ground with small stream crossings in between. Join our hike to learn about rewilding from expert guides, a ‘wolf den’ and even the chance to see golden eagles flying to their nests overhead! There must be at least 4 or more bookings for this event to go ahead.
Half – Day Hike
Tuesday 25 August: 10:30am – 1:30pm.
Do you fancy a challenge?
Join us on a journey across our 10,000 acre rewilding estate with a hill walk to Binnilidh Bheag to venture off the beaten path to lesser known areas of the estate, hiking on occasionally pathless and boggy ground with small stream crossings in between. Join our hike to learn about rewilding from expert guides, a ‘wolf den’ and even the chance to see golden eagles flying to their nests overhead! There must be at least 4 or more bookings for this event to go ahead.
Biofluorescent Night Walk
Monday 21 OR Tuesday 22 September
7:45pm – 9:15pm OR 9:45pm – 11:15pm.
As seen in BBC news! After the last event’s popularity, we’re pleased to welcome back nature guide David Atthowe for an extraordinary adventure into the fascinating world of biofluorescence! Biofluorescence is a unique phenomenon where certain organisms emit light in different colors than the ones they absorb, and we will embark on a guided walk to discover this captivating natural phenomenon up close.
Highland Cèilidh
Saturday 31 October
8pm-10.30pm
Join us for a lively Highland Cèilidh at the Dundreggan Rewilding Centre! Enjoy an unforgettable evening of cèilidh dancing and songs in Scottish Gaelic and English, led by acclaimed musician Brian Ó hEadhra. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, everyone is welcome – bring your friends and family for a true taste of Highland hospitality and culture!
Booking essential.
Bespoke & Unique Activities
We also offer a range of tours and activities at Dundreggan. These can be adapted for adults or families – craft your ideal nature experience.
