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06/09/2026

Next Saturday (12th September), the Unofficial Onich Swim Club – Nick, Ben and Jon – will be swapping Loch Linnhe for Loch Morlich as we take on the 5km and 10km open-water races.

We’re three keen outdoor enthusiasts who spend a lot of our time swimming, running, cycling, skiing and generally enjoying the incredible mountains and lochs we’re lucky enough to have on our doorstep.

That’s why we wanted to use this challenge to raise money for Glencoe Mountain Rescue Team.

If you can spare a few pounds, we’d be hugely grateful. Every donation will help Glencoe Mountain Rescue continue doing what they do best – and give the three of us a little extra motivation when we’re somewhere in the middle of Loch Morlich wondering why on earth we thought this was a good idea!

https://www.justgiving.com/page/onichswimclubvslochmorlich (Link in bio)

Thank you for your support!

Nick, Ben & Jon
The Unofficial Onich Swim Club Roam West

28/08/2026

Big thanks to 5 News for featuring our this evening, together with

If you’d like to explore water based or Highland adventures, we’re always here to help with hints and tips, local knowledge and those off the beaten track suggestions that make a trip truly memorable.

27/08/2026

Big thank you to the amazing team at ITV 5 News for making the trip up to the Highlands and filming with us and to SeatrekScotland for taking us on an incredible snorkelling adventure!

A cameo from Emma Thorpe on the paddle board too!

Check out our sea adventures between 5-6pm tomorrow.

13/08/2026

Coolcations are becoming a real travel trend.
For years, “Scottish weather” was the joke. Now it’s one of the reasons families are choosing the Highlands.

As hotter summers become the norm elsewhere, Scotland’s cooler temperatures make hiking, wild swimming, kayaking, and outdoor adventures enjoyable for the whole family.

With children ourselves, we understand what guests really need from a holiday: space to explore, fresh air, cooler days, and adventures that everyone can enjoy together.

Scotland LochLife

02/08/2026

Great day at the Mull Highland Games! The kids decided to enter some of the competitions, and Nick even entered the running race (of course he did!). Such a fun atmosphere and a brilliant family day out on Mull.

14/06/2026

Games & Entertainment Room - Perfect for rainy days and post-adventure evenings, our spacious games room features a pool table, table tennis, computer gaming on a giant projector screen, and movie nights for all the family. Drop in and enjoy the facilities, or book the room exclusively for your group. A great place to relax, compete, and spend quality time together after exploring the Highlands.

09/05/2026

The 13th-century castle on the island of Lismore is called Castle Coeffin.

It’s a dramatic ruined castle on the northwest coast of Lismore, built most likely by the MacDougalls of Lorn in the 1200s, possibly on the site of an older Viking fort.

It’s one of the most atmospheric spots on the island - perched on a rocky promontory with huge views across Loch Linnhe towards Morvern and Glensanda. There are also legends tied to it, including stories of a Viking princess haunting the ruins.

If you’re heading there, the walk out to the ruins is part of the experience and the roads are super safe for wee explorers on bikes…

06/05/2026

You don’t have to go far to have an amazing time.

Our friends in Glencoe have mountain views, fresh Highland air, and adventure right from your tent. We even managed to fit in a cheeky pint at the

Sometimes the best escapes are closer than you think.

12/04/2026

There’s something really special about hosting families.

Watching our boys make instant friendships with guests’ kids, running around outside, laughing, and just being kids together…

These are the moments that make what we do so worthwhile.

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