Glasgow: Highland Cow Trailer Tour with home baking
ID: GYG1024900-1583222
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Experience a unique, authentic farm animal safari on a trailer tour. Visit a working beef and sheep hill farm and learn about sustainable farming practices.
Experience a unique, authentic farm animal safari from a purpose-built 14-seater all-weather trailer. Visit Muirhouse, a family-run 3rd generation working beef and sheep hill farm, and enjoy a family-friendly trailer tour.
Situated between Kilmacolm and Greenock within a Special Site of Scientific Interest, enjoy panoramic views up to 40 miles including Ben Lomond, which allows spectacular photo opportunities not least the waterfall within Burnbank Water. The highland cows also love a selfie photo!
Be welcomed by James and Wendy to learn directly about sustainable farming practices including their naturally kept Highland cows and North Country Cheviot sheep being reared purely on grass and heather.
Meet the working collie dogs, horses, and Splash the farm cat. Historically, the farm was owned by Sir James Lithgow, a shipbuilder, as part of his grouse moor shooting estate.
See the remains of the 2-foot-wide grouse railway track which was built in 1922 and remained in use until the 1970s.
Immerse yourself in rural Scotland and discover an insight into Scottish Agriculture.
Finish off back at the reception centre with a relaxing selection of hot drinks and home baking .
Highlights
- Discover the authentic farm life of a working beef and sheep hill farm
- Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding area, including Ben Lomond
- Learn about sustainable farming practices from the farm's owners
- See the working collie dogs, horses, and Splash the farm cat
- Take a photo of the waterfall within Burnbank Water
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear warm outdoor clothing and comfortable shoes suitable for a farm environment
Bring a camera for photo opportunities
Be mindful of farm animals and follow the guide's instructions
Wendy lives on site and will be there to meet you upon arrival with Kilmacolm Farm Tours branded clothing to guide you to the Reception Centre for the start of the tour.
We are not at the centre of postcode if using a traditional SatNav. Best to use Kilmacolm Farm Tours on Google Maps or What3Words App - jumpy.headers.animals which will bring you directly to the farm
INCLUDED
- Guided farm tour
- Friendly welcome
- Opportunity to see Highland cows, North Country Cheviot sheep. modern machinery & equipment.
- Views of Ben Lomond and surrounding scenery
- Historical insights into the farm and the area
- Free Parking
- Hot Drinks
NOT INCLUDED
- Home baking/merchandise
- Transportation to and from the farm
- Tips for the guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.