Lóistín saoire ar cíos in Aberdeenshire

Outdoor, mobile, and naturally socially-distanced, groups runs are an ideal way to explore in the era of COVID-19! (Current law restricts this to 1 guest). You'll get an instagram-friendly cross-section of Aberdeen, highlighting importance current and historic aspects of Scotland's third largest city. From ancient bridges and universities to cutting edge energy technology, runners will get to explore the city while working up a sweat. Over this 2-hour, 7.25 mile/12km tour, you'll see the oldest sites in the city, natural areas, parks, and the urban core, all while learning from and asking me any questions about the city you can think of. The loop is all paved, though there are road crossings (marked and pedestrian-friendly) and the option for a short park trail. Designed for running, but open to bicycles if you are ok cycling slowly. Dogs and jogging strollers welcome. Listed times don't work for you? My schedule is pretty flexible, so feel free to request a time that is not listed or send me a message requesting an alternate running time! Other things to note The pace can be set faster or slower depending on the group's preference, but no faster than 7:15/mile (4:40 km) and no slower than 15:00/mile (9:00 km). The goal is to run while still enjoying conversation, rather than push ourselves as physically hard as possible. There is one public toilet on route.

I'll take 20 minutes to fit you to a bike, and give you some basic tuition on riding a full suspension mountain bike. During the ride, I'll show you how to use the capability of your bike. We'll work on climbing, descending, cornering and braking. You will gradually build your skills and confidence for the trail ahead. Then we take to the trails. We warm up on easy trails, where we'll practice a stream crossing, before a quick break at the halfway hut. From here we head in to more open country, with a couple of hours more strenuous riding on to open moorland, to be rewarded by a view from the summit. Then its time to put your downhill skills to the test, with 3km of descent. We'll catch our breath at the ruined croft before completing the circuit and returning to Dinnet. Other things to note Please wear sport clothes suitable for 5 hours outside, and extra clothes in a small rucksack for the hill top. Normal running or sports shoes will be perfect. Please bring a drink and snack in a small rucksack to keep you going all the way round. If this location, or timing does not suit you please get in touch, we would love to provide options that suit you.

The aim of the workshop is to give guests an introduction to working with clay and the different methods used to create forms. This information will provide them with useful basic knowledge if they plan to go on to take part in more advanced courses. 10:00 - 10:30 Introduction to form-making techniques. Guests will be introduced to pinch pots, slab rolling, coil pots, and thrown pots. They will explore different types of clay and learn about their uses. 10:30 - 11:00 Guests will create a small pinch pot to get used to the feel of clay. 11:00 - 11:15 Short break. This time will be used to discuss what they have learnt and to answer any questions. 11:15 - 11:30 The guests will plan a small project to create their own pot or sculpture using the knowledge and information provided during the morning. 11:30 - 13:30 The guests will start making their work - supported and assisted by the workshop leader. All tools and materials are provided. 13:30 - 14:15 Lunch Break. 14:15 - 16:00 Guests will continue to work on their projects under the supervision of Jenny. At the end of the workshop the guest's work can either be taken away by the guest or it can be left to dry over a two week period, bisque fired when dry, glazed, fired again, and posted to the guest for an additional fee (this will vary depending on the glaze chosen and the size of the work). Other things to note No experience is needed and the workshop will be based around the individual requirements and expectations of the guests. Above all the experience should be good fun and enjoyable!

*Covid-19 status 28 July 2021*: the walk is available for booking, and group sizes will remain small, at 8 maximum, and we will continue to follow any hygiene and social distancing guidance. Discover the incredible hidden and forgotten culture, history and ecology of this special place in a gentle guided adventure over 2.5-3 hours, complete with wild tea tasting. We'll explore the woods and trails finding ruins from centuries past, plants and trees and their folklore, creatures great and small, and plenty of hidden gems and untold stories along the way. We'll discover kings, spirits, fairy folk, witches and highwaymen - and of course it wouldn't be complete without resting with a cup of freshly-brewed foraged wild tea... and perhaps a Gaelic song or two. Suitable for all ages. Other things to note: Dogs are allowed but only if others booked onto the same walk are okay with this; if you want to bring a dog please let me know ahead of booking.

Set in the 'Switzerland of Scotland' Pitlochry Golf Range has one the best golf learning facilities in Scotland. Friendly and welcoming you'll feel right at home here while you go through the basic shots and technique required to play this wonderfull game. After your lesson you can then put your new found skills to the test and enjoy a complimentary round on our fantastic 6 hole pitch & putt. Other things to note All equipment supplied if required , trainers or similar for footwear (not provided)