Benmore Outdoor Centre - Group Stays

16/06/2026

🌞 SUMMER FUN 2026 EXTENDED🌞

You asked, and we listened! Due to popular demand, we have officially extended the booking closing dates for our Summer Fun 2026 events on 13-17th July and 3-7 August.

We completely understand that keeping children busy, happy, and engaged over the summer holidays can get expensive. To help take the pressure off, we have pushed back our deadlines to take into account upcoming pay dates.

Want to break down the cost? We are here to support you. If you would like to discuss flexible payment plans, please reach out to our team directly.

📞 Call us: 01369706337
✉️ Email us: [email protected]
🌐 Book here: https://www.experienceoutdoors.org.uk/events-cpd

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09/06/2026

🛶🛶🛶🛶🛶Bookings close Sunday 14 June🛶🛶🛶🛶🛶

SUMMER FUN 2026
Last call for all local and visiting mini adventurers.
The ultimate way to make this summer memorable, is almost here.
📅 When:
02-03 July
13-17 July
03-07 August
🎒 Who: Adventurers ready for a challenge and making memories, aged 8-16
📍 Where: Benmore Outdoor Centre
We hope to see some of you soon 🌿✨
Team Benmore 🐿️
👇 Book your places today

lease use this page to pay for the DofE Welcome Pack and use the hyperlink to complete the registration for the CEC

20/05/2026

If you are looking for something to do over the Bank Holiday weekend, why not visit Benmore Botanic Garden, with an impressive collection of Rhododendron's in full bloom and the latest exhibition by talented local print artist Deb Wing now underway there is something to see for everyone. Don't forget to stop by our neighbours over Redwood Coffee for a cuppa and a bite to eat.

What’s on at Benmore

A new week and a new exhibition. We are very excited to be hosting Linocut Art by Deb Wing in the Courtyard Gallery from Tuesday 19th May to Friday 29th May, 10.30am - 4.30pm.

This exhibition celebrates the work Deb has created reflecting mainly Scottish landscapes and also features work from her Parallel Printing programme.
https://www.rbge.org.uk/whats-on/exhibition-linocut-art-by-deb-wing/65403/

Join Deb on Tuesday for the launch of her exhibition with a talk at 2pm…
https://www.rbge.org.uk/whats-on/exhibition-launch-talk-linocut-art-by-deb-wing/66056/

Perhaps you will be inspired to attend her workshop on Wednesday 20th May Linocut for beginners -
https://www.rbge.org.uk/whats-on/workshop-linocut-for-beginners-with-deb-wing/66059/

14/04/2026

What a privilege to have this piece of history on our doorstep and to be able to watch it grow over the years. 🌳 🫶

09/04/2026

Fantastic to have Benmore House listed as part of the best group accommodations amongst so many gems.

Thank you Wild Scotland

02/04/2026

A great new exhibition at Benmore Botanic Garden stables. Showing The Forgotten Fleece Tales until 17th May.

02/04/2026

Happy Easter to our followers 🐣🏔️

April on the West Coast is something truly special, bursting with colour and wildlife.

Whether you're looking for a group reset or weekend adventure, stay at the ‘centre’ of it all.

Plan your next group escape: Experienceoutdoors.org.uk

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25/03/2026

Benmore and Lagganlia Outdoor Centres are promoting responsible outdoor access by distributing the ScotWays "Public Access in Scotland - Know Your Rights" guide, helping young adventurers understand their rights and responsibilities.

The guide is available free of charge for schools and groups, supporting the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

Book your Stay at www.experienceoutdoors.org.uk

19/03/2026

20th March – The Turn of the Season at Benmore 🌸

Today’s the day - the Spring Equinox.

The moment the West Coast finally tips the scales away from those long winter nights and back towards the light. 🌓

Up here at Benmore, you can feel the change in the air. It’s that cracking time of year where the frost starts to lose its grip and the "Big Trees" get their first real soak of spring sunshine.

Here’s what’s waking up around Benmore House:
🌲 Golden Hour in the Redwoods: The light is stretching further down the Avenue every evening.
🎶 The Forest Choir: The birds are back at it, and the Benmore is finally noisy again.
🌺 A Splash of Colour: The first buds are peeking through at the Botanic Garden - spring is officially on the way.

There's nothing quite like Benmore when the light starts to linger.
It's the perfect time to shake off the winter by booking a group stay at Benmore House 🌿

Ready to get back outdoors?
🔗 experienceoutdoors.org.ukto see what’s available and book your summer stay.



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16/03/2026

🌿 Adventure Awaits in Argyll

Discover the Hidden Gems of the West Coast! 🏰✨

Staying at Benmore Outdoor Centre means you are perfectly placed to explore the very best of Argyll. From enchanted gardens to historic jails, there is something for every explorer this season.

📍 Don’t miss these local favourites:

Benmore Botanic Garden: Step out of your room and into 120 acres of world-famous mountainside greenery and towering Redwoods.

Puck's Glen: Wander through one of Scotland’s most magical atmospheric forest walks, filled with tumbling waterfalls.

Inveraray Castle: Take a trip back in time at these iconic historic sites, just a scenic drive away.

Loch Eck: Perfect for a peaceful stroll or a day of freshwater fishing right on our doorstep.

Ready to build your Argyll itinerary? Check out our full guide to local attractions here:
🔗 https://www.experienceoutdoors.org.uk/argyll-attractions


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