Join Tracey for a weekend of photography, 6th to 8th June 2025, at a place she loves to be. Scottish Photography Hides provides the BEST opportunities to photograph a variety of British Wildlife, without any disturbance. There are only 4 spaces left so book now to avoid disappointment.
Scottish Photography Hides
Let’s go shoot:
During the weekend of 6th to 8th June 2025, you will have access to many of Alans hides in the stunning countryside. At this time of year, you will not only get to photograph the usual species like Badger, Red Squirrel, Pine Marten, Otter, Kingfisher and Sparrowhawk but you will also have chance of Pied Flycatcher, Stonechat, Fox and daytime Badger.
The Itinerary:
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Friday Evening (6th June 2025)
You will meet late afternoon (location & time TBA) where you will split into two groups. The hides on offer for the evening will be determined nearer the time -
Saturday (7th June 2025)
Daytime Photography - You will meet early morning (location & time TBA) where you will remain in your groups. There will be a selection of species on offer and everyone will get a chance of what they would like to see and photograph.Night Photography - You will meet late afternoon (location & time TBA) where you will split into small groups. The hides on offer will be determined nearer the time.
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Sunday (8th June 2025)
Daytime Photography - You will meet early morning (location & time TBA) where you will split into 2 groups again. The 2 groups will swap over and be taken to the the hides t ey have not already done.Night Photography - You will meet late afternoon (location & time TBA), the hides on offer will be determined nearer the time.
The Details:
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Duration: 3 days
Spaces: 6 Spaces
Join Tracey for an amazing opportunity to see and photograph an amazing variety of British species over the course of a weekend.
We will be using Alans fantastic hides in the beautiful Galloway countryside and at this time of year there are opportunities for even more species
This is what we have on offer:-
Reflection Pool / Forest Floor Hide - Red Squirrels and a variety of birds during the day and Badgers, Fox & Tawny Owl by night
Kingfisher Hide - Photograph Kingfishers perched metres in front of the hide
Otter Hide - an amazing opportunity to photograph river Otters extremely close
Pine Marten - an evening in the hide to photograph an animal that is very rarely seen, never mind photographed. You may also have a chance from a visit from a Tawny Owl
The Woodland Hide - Sparrowhawks, Red Squirrel, Jay, Buzzard, Great Spotted Woodpecker and a variety of woodland birds
Spring Migrants - an opportunity to photograph Redstart and Pied Flycatchers
Badger - a chance to photograph at their Sett in daylight hours
Dotn’t miss out on what will be a fantastic weekend of Wildlife Photography
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Pre-travel advice:
1 month prior to travel you will receive a comprehensive document that provides packing advice so you are prepared for your trip.Fitness Levels:
This tour does not require a high level of fitness.Kingfisher\Otter Hide - The walk from the car can be a little slippy during times of wet weather and it is a short walk, so boots with a good grip are advised.
Pine Marten Hide - The walk from the car can be a little slippy during times of wet weather and it is a short walk with a steepish hill to negotiate, so boots with a good grip are advised.
Woodland Pool Hide - It can get a bit chilly at this site so warm clothing is advisable. Despite being dry ground to be on the safe side wellington boots are advised as it can get muddy when long periods of rain have occurred. The walk to the hide is only about 30 yards, but it is down a banking that can get slippy in wet periods so good footwear is advised.
Sparrowhawk Hide - It can get a bit chilly at this site as it is situated in the moors and relatively high up so warm clothing is advisable. The walk to the spot is less than 100 yards, with a slight incline.
Camera Equipment:
For this trip you ideally need a variety of lenses. Firstly the longest lens you have (300mm to 500mm). A 70-200mm or 100-400mm lens is great for flexibility. A 24-70mm would be great for wide angle images.Plates are in all hides so a gimble heads can be used. There is also a sturdy shelf that is adequate for beanbags
Travel Insurance:
We strongly recommend purchasing your own travel insurance at the time of booking to cover any eventualities should you need to cancel your trip due to unforeseen circumstances as both the deposit and final balances are non-refundable. Guests travelling without their own travel insurance do so at their own risk. -
Cost: £445 pp
Secure your place with £50 non-refundable deposit per person
Payments accepted by Bank Transfer
*Please see Terms & Conditions for payment details
Cost Includes:-
*3 Nights and 2 Days of Hide Photography
*Services of a photographic host
NOT Included:-
*Accommodation for the weekend (Hotel rooms have been reserved for the group if required - info given at booking)
*Travel during the weekend
*Any food or drink
*Personal Travel & equipment insurance
*Any other services not stated in the itinerary or above costs.
Irreplaceable memories, captivating images.
It's your time:
Reserve your space today:
It all starts with your deposit, from that point, the ball is rolling and we’ll send you the information pack. See you soon!