Knoydart Unplugged – long weekend
9–12 April 2010
Knoydart, traditionally known as The Rough Bounds because of its remoteness in the West Highlands of Scotland, is renowned for its stunning beauty, rugged grandeur and blissful tranquility. It is a haven for hill walkers, mountaineers, wildlife enthusiasts and those who just want to get away from the hurly-burly of urban life.
Within Knoydart's 85 square miles rise four Munros (mountains over 3,000ft) and several lesser peaks. The mountains are separated by broad glens, rivers and high lochs. The island nature of Knoydart and its Munros are its most important features. It is designated as a National Scenic Area.
Please note that this is a long weekend, leaving on Friday morning, returning Monday evening.
Location |
Knoydart peninsula |
Dates |
9–12 April 2010 |
Activity |
Ten years ago the community bought the Knoydart estate and since then they have declared war on invasive Rhododendrons. Now the end of the war is in sight and we will be combing the woods for regrowth and knocking it back to allow the native plants to return. We promise that there won’t be too many midges (unlike last June). |
Accommodation |
We will be staying in a bunkhouse at Inverie, which is a boat trip from Mallaig. Please bring a sleeping bag and towel. |
Food |
We will provide dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, as well as breakfast and lunch on Saturday, Sunday and Monday with much of the produce coming from Damhead Organics. |
Transport |
We will collect people from outside Jimmy Chungs on Waverley Bridge in the centre of Edinburgh at 9.00 am on Friday and will return everyone mid evening on the Monday. The weekend price includes the ferry. Please note that this is a long weekend, leaving on Friday morning, returning Monday evening. |
Outings |
There will be some time off to explore this beautiful wild place, along the coast or up one of the hills. We know of a brilliant pool in the river for those foolhardy enough to swim. |
Big Debate |
Are communities which own their own resources more resilient than those which don’t ? |
Cost |
£45 waged / £40 unwaged |
