What do you want from your next weekend away? people & places, memories & pictures, feelings & momentssmiles & laughterIf so we have it covered and canât wait to welcome you to Craigduckie Shepherds Huts!
Did you know we are only 50 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh! We all enjoyed an amazing family trip to the Edinburgh Military Tattoo on Wednesday night! Wow what an experience it was and to top it off the gentleman staying with us @craigduckieshepherdshuts was one of the marines performing. Have you ever been to the Tattoo? If not Iâd highly recommend for all ages. #edinburgh #tatoo #edinburghtattoo #militarytattoo #edinburghcastle
Come for a look around our Ewe View Shepherds Hut. We canât wait to welcome you.
Lambing time!
For those of you who are looking to get in on the âlive lambingâ action at Criagduckie Shepherds Huts this year we would suggest booking your stay between the following dates:
28th Feb - 10th Mar 2024
&
29th Mar - 30th Apr 2024
With approximately 1500 expectant sheep there will be lots of lambs - we just need you all to keep your fingers crossed for some dry weather.
We have had a busy weekend pregnancy scanning our ewes (mummy sheep). Each ewe is scanned so we know exactly how many lambs she will be having.This is really important so we can ration their feeding depending on how many lambs they are having. We feed the triplet mums more than the single mums so that the single lamb doesnât get too much and end up too big which would mean a difficult birth for mum and also so the triplet mum gets enough to grow all three of her lambs.Its now time to get organised for lambing - they will be here before we know it.Are you excited?
Welcome to Craigduckie Shepherds Huts!Where you can escape everyday life, get back to nature and explore the countryside - making memories that will last a lifetime.We cant wait to meet you and show you around.
Are you looking forward to spring?I canât wait for warmer days, lighter nights, greener grass and of course baby lambs!Whatâs not to love.Let us know in the comments what you are looking forward to most.#springiscoming #lambs
Are you in need of a cosy night by the fire?
Our single night offer is available for all dates throughout January and February.
Just drop us a message to secure your dates!
2023 - what a year itâs been! Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way - we have loved catching up with returning guests and meeting new ones and canât wait to welcome you in 2024! We would like to wish you all the very best for the New Year ahead! #happynewyear #happyhogmanay #2023 #2023inpictures
Are you a sunrise or a sunset kind of person or are you like me and just a sucker for a colourful sky? #sunset
Meet Jenny!
The latest member of the family. Saying that Jenny has been part of the family coming up 20 years. Mum and I bought her as a yearling and backed her (taught her about having a rider and what to do).
She has always lived with my mum until she recently moved to Craigduckie. She has settled in really well and has even met the sheep! They werenât very sure what to make of her at first but she absolutely loved rounding them up.
She has loved meeting all our guests and loves carrots, apples and polos if you want to bring her a wee treat đ€Ł.
Would you like to wake up to this view?
We still have limited Autumn availability if youâre looking to getaway from busy life and enjoy a slower pace of life surrounded by countryside and the occasional sheep.
Check out availability and book now via our website.
September already?
September already?
Do not fear we are maybe entering the 'ber' months after what feels like one of the wettest summers but September can be pretty stunning and a great month for a holiday in the countryside.
Like this post if you would like to wake up to this view from your shepherds hut?
#september
Is it even Summer if you havenât had a Pimm's yet?
Have you ever tried Glamping?
All the fun and adventure of camping with Egyptian cotton bed linen, fluffy towels and a hot powerful shower - the kids will love it but so will you!
Take time to stop, relax and let the children be children.
Save this for your next family getaway - we canât wait to welcome you!
#glamping
What if it rains?
You canât jump in the puddles all day so here are a few of our favourite rainy day activities for all the family.
Pop down to Dunfermline city centre and learn all about Andrew Carnegie - Philanthropist, steel tycoon, writer, lecturer, entrepreneur. Step back in time with a visit to his birthplace museum Carnegie Birthplace
Visit the beautiful Dunfermline Abbey and Palace where Robert the Bruce was laid to rest and learn all about the history of Scotlands ancient capital. The Abbey Church of Dunfermline
Let the kids run wild at Craigies Little Farmers
indoor adventure farm park whilst you enjoy a coffee and some delicious cake.
Visit Scotlands secret underground nuclear command centre near St Andrews.
Active Kids Adventure Park also has an amazing new indoor play area which is sure to exhaust your little ones.
And if itâs still raining we have a selection of card and board games to play whilst enjoying a hot chocolate.
Whatâs your favourite rainy day activity?
We know you wont have room to fit a bag of logs in the car so we provide logs, kindling sticks, matches and firelighters and they are all included in the price of your stay!
Tag the person in your family who would be in charge of the fire.
Sometimes the most wonderful memories come from the simplest of activities. Embrace the countryside this summer and make your own unforgettable family memories. Letâs go! Check our summer availability and book now on our website (link in bio) or drop us a message with any questions.
After a wee freshen up it was lovely to get Lamb Lookout all dressed up again. Many thanks to NC Painting & Decorating for another super job.
Do you have that Friday feeling? These guys do!
