Our Wild Wellness and Bushcraft School offers classes in everything from guided river swims to foraging and survival skills. This is our niche, and we work with true experts that really know what they’re doing.
Set within 15,000 acres of woodland, hills, moors and endless burns and rivers, you can enjoy immersive experiences in the great outdoors of Kincardineshire. The Glen Dye School of Wild Wellness and Bushcraft runs all year round with a permanent programme of activities for all ages and abilities.
All classes are designed to be equal parts challenging, engaging, rewarding and fun. Our resident expert Stu will teach you to craft cups by hand using freshly cut greenwood. Learn to safely use tools and get creative under the guidance of our cup carving expert.
Meet YOUR INSTRUCTOR
STU WRIGHT
Stu is our resident Bushcraft and Survival Expert. He grew up outdoors, building dens, climbing trees and making weapons before serving in the Army for twelve years, where he became an instructor with a wide skill base. At Glen Dye Stu runs our Bushcraft and Survival Programmes.
“Glen Dye is the perfect, wilderness-based location where people can learn a completely new set of skills. The Bushcraft School is relaxing, inspiring, and gives people the chance to reconnect with nature and grow individually, as a family, or as a team.”
Discover our Highland Paradise
The Glen Dye School of Wild Wellness and Bushcraft is located at the heart of Glen Dye at our iconic Sawmill which has been re-established into a brand new Explorer and Adventure Centre for our residential guests’ exclusive use.
Private sessions available
We’re often asked about group bookings. If you’re interested in a private session for groups, friends or teams we can tailor an exclusive package to your requirements. Email us to find out more.
Alternative days may available by request. Email us to find out more.
Packages
Arrival:
Stu will meet you outside the Glen Dye Estate Office where he will give you our safety briefing and spend some time discussing the basics of bushcraft.
Preparation:
You will learn some basic theory before heading off to the idyllic Saw Mill grounds. Please note this is a short walk from the Estate office.
Experience:
This session is a great activity for all the family. It is a chance to slow down and learn some new outdoor skills.
You will learn how to use axes, knives and saws properly before crafting your very own mallet to take home.
You will also learn how to make a fire with neither matches nor lighters.
We keep our sessions intentionally small in size to maximise time you get to spend learning from Stu. This session is for a maximum of 8 people.
Duration:
Our Bushcraft Sessions are around three hours depending on the size of the group.
Morning: 10am – 1pm
Afternoon: 2pm – 5pm
Price:
Adults: £55pp
Children (5-15): £39pp
Not suitable for under 5’s Please note all children must be accompanied adult.
You can book over the phone or via email on 01330 850 689 or email audrey@glendye.com
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