finding - gathering - harvesting - feasting

In 2025 we are delighted to be continuing our collaboration with Lucy, The Wild Cooke with seasonal dates to make the most of every foraging opportunity available throughout the year.

Starting from The Pierhouse at 9.30am you will take a leisurely stroll exploring nature’s pantry on the way. With welcome refreshments, snacks and tasters throughout the session, expert foraging tuition, a food demonstration from our own Chef Michael, culminating in a sumptuous buffet lunch featuring a combination of foraged ingredients alongside the best of local produce from our wonderful suppliers.

£120 per person

Please call 01631 730 302 for more information or to book your place.

Spring Tide – 27^th April 2025

Taking advantage of the low spring tide, discover the secrets of the intertidal zone. This will be a wonderful introduction to foraging for seaweeds, coastal plants, seafood and other spring highlights as you investigate the beaches and shallow waters of Loch Linnhe. You will need wellies and a pair of scissors for this experience.

Summer Celebration – 13^th July 2025

This is a wonderful time of the year to explore the coast and discover nature’s bounty. Taking in the coast and the hedgerows Lucy will lead you in this investigation of the saltmarsh, edible flowers and late greens.

Autumn Harvest – 28^th September 2025

Search the coast and forest to make the most of nature’s bounty during the traditional harvest season. Highlights will include nuts, seeds and berries along with a focus on fungi and edible trees.

Winter Workshop – 9^th November 2025

You will be surprised at what is still available from the natural larder during the winter months. This wild food wander will focus on seasonal goodies and preservation techniques.

Please call the reservations team on 01631 730 302 to book your place.

We can also host private foraging sessions for small groups. If you would be interested in this do please let us know and we will be able to check availability with Lucy.

Banner photograph by Winifred Brook Young courtesy of Atlas Arts