What’s On
Mothering Sunday
Craft Sessions and Afternoon Tea
Sunday 30 March 2025
Join our guided morning crafting session and make a beautiful felt heart or flower together.
Following the craft session, enjoy a selection of sandwiches , cakes, traybake , scone with cream and jam and fresh coffee or tea.
Please pre book as spaces are limited.
Time slots for the afternoon tea are: 1-2pm and 2-3pm
If you require further information or would like to book extra spots, please contact us at info@visitdundreggan.co.uk
Embracing Change: 7-Day Highlands Retreat
3-10 May 2025
Alistair Appleton and Kirsty Davidson are hosting a week of meditation at Dundreggan this May. Come and join the friendly 7-day Mindsprings Meditation Retreat which is exploring the theme of change. Over a week we will be exploring the momentary changes in perception and our bodies and also the more global changes of the world around us. Dundreggan is a perfect place to experience this with their gorgeous meditation hall and the nursery for the changing Highland landscape.
Please book a place and find out more about the retreat below.
And book your accommodation directly with the Rewilding Centre by emailing stay@visitdundreggan.co.uk
Creative Writing Poetry Workshop
Saturday 10 May 2025
1 – 3 pm
What would an oak tree, a badger, or a damselfly say to you about what’s happening in the natural environment? In this Creative Writing Poetry Session with Caroline Burrows, you will be guided to explore such conversations between Nature and Humanity in relation to the Climate Crisis. By the end of the session, you will have these calls and responses shaped into a poetic form to take away with you.
Stories of People and Trees
Wednesday 21 May 2025
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Following the sell-out premiere at The Hidden Gardens in Glasgow in 2023, Glisk are delighted to present the music from Stories of People and Trees on tour in Scotland. Cellist Jessica Kerr began Stories of People and Trees in 2022 by collecting stories of much loved trees from people around Scotland. A beautiful collection of stories gradually grew; a lone Scots Pine that inspired a tree photographer, a steadfast Rowan, a tiny Cherry, a Glasgow Ginkgo that offers shade to a diverse local community – stories of love and memory, resilience and beauty.
People and Plants
Saturday 24 May 2025
10 – 4pm
Explore the ancient woodlands of Dundreggan with Caiomhe Keohane to learn more about our relationships with plants and the connections between Scotland’s people and the land. Trace the footsteps of generations past to uncover the secrets of native plants and their historical significance, traditions and uses deeply rooted in Highland lore.
Wild Wellbeing
Sunday 25 May 2025
10am – 4pm
Experience an immersive and embodied Wild and Wellbeing Day Retreat with Caiomhe Keohane at the majestic Rewilding estate of Dundreggan located in the heart of the Highlands. A place of profound beauty, surrounded by wild rivers and ancient trees. This retreat is located in a landscape saturated with myth and magic. Arrive and take a deep breath in of the pure forest air, relax into the stillness of the surrounding ancient woodland.
Landscape Through a Lens: photography workshop
Saturday 14 June 2025 and Sunday 15 June 2025
10am – 3pm
Join professional photographer and filmmaker Will Hall and explore the wonder of the Highlands in glorious summer. Learn the basics of photography and wildlife photography before advancing onto more complex skills which will allow you to get the most out of your camera.
Dundreggan offers the perfect backdrop for this one-day course with its abundance of wildlife. You’ll learn how to compose an image and how to capture the moment every time.
Floral Wool Wreath Workshop with Forest and Dot
Sunday 29 June
10am – 12pm and 1pm – 3pm
Learn how to make your own gorgeous Summer Floral wreath with Forest and Dot!
Using beautiful Shetland wool you will learn how to create the base for your wreath your then get a chance to decorate your wreath according to your taste with an array of dried flowers.
Sophie from Forest and Dot is a craft enthusiast and has been teaching fibre arts for over 8 years in a range of venues all over the country from Glastonbury festival to School of Arts. Sophie also has a passion for nature and a lot of her work is inspired the Highlands of Scotland.
Mythology and Folklore of the Highlands
Saturday 9 August 2025
10 – 4pm
A journey through time with Caiomhe Keohane as we explore the wild and historical estate of Dundreggan to hear the stories, mythology and lore of the highland folk throughout the ages.
People and Plants
Sunday 10 August 2025
10 – 4pm
Explore the ancient woodlands of Dundreggan with Caiomhe Keohane to learn more about our relationships with plants and the connections between Scotland’s people and the land. Trace the footsteps of generations past to uncover the secrets of native plants and their historical significance, traditions and uses deeply rooted in Highland lore.
Jenny Sturgeon with guest Patsy Reid
Sunday 14th September 2025
4 – 6pm
Jenny Sturgeon is a Scottish singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and sound artist. Her music combines field recordings with sonic and lyrical imagery which is bound together by common threads of nature, folklore and the connection people have with the landscape.
Patsy Reid has become one of the most admired fiddle players in the UK. She is a one-woman string quartet, contributing violin, viola and cello and combines skills and techniques from both traditional and classical backgrounds.
Autumn Folklore of the Highlands
Saturday 20 September 2025
10 – 4pm
A journey through time with Caiomhe Keohane as we explore the wild and historic estate of Dundreggan to hear seasonal stories, mythology and lore of the Highland folk throughout the ages.
Wild Wellbeing
Sunday 21 September 2025
10 – 4pm
Sunday 25 September 10 – 4pm
Experience an immersive and embodied Wild and Wellbeing Day Retreat with Caiomhe Keohane at the majestic Rewilding estate of Dundreggan located in the heart of the Highlands. A place of profound beauty, surrounded by wild rivers and ancient trees. This retreat is located in a landscape saturated with myth and magic. Arrive and take a deep breath in of the pure forest air, relax into the stillness of the surrounding ancient woodland.
Spoon Carving
Saturday 18 October
9:30 – 5pm
Come along to Dundreggan to carve your very own spoon with our experienced wood carver, Chris Goodman. This is a great all round introduction to the principles, tools and techniques of green wood working as well as an opportunity to hone your skills and go deeper. The course will involve axing out the rough spoon shape and then refining it with different knives. An immersive experience with the opportunity to explore what wood is as well as how to carve it. Take away your own spoon at the end of the day to use and admire.
Wand Carving
Sunday 19 October
9:30 – 12:30pm and 1:30 – 4:30pm
This great introduction to carving with Chris Goodman involves learning different techniques using a carving knife to make your very own wand. Carve a hollow spiral handle, add fine details then cast your own spells!
Unlock your creativity with a fun wand-carving workshop!
