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21/06/2024

Destination Bute: Summer Solstice

'Summer' by Margaret Macdonald Mackintosh.

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

VisitScotland continue to be Official WildBute 'Ticket Partners'.

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 Ticket - 2 Tours... ASK!

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[email protected]

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16/06/2024

When an animal flies or runs away from you, it uses valuable energy and could get injured. It may also abandon a nest or young.

As well as causing stress to the animal, wildlife disturbance can result in an accident, such as if deer run onto a nearby road to escape.

Most wildlife disturbance happens by accident when we are exploring outdoors. The good news is that we can all do our bit to prevent it by following these top tips:

🐶 Even a well-trained dog can frighten wildlife by being curious when exploring. So, it’s safest to keep your four-legged friend in sight (so you can see what it is doing) - or on a lead - when you’re unsure if there are animals nearby.

👀 Always watch wildlife from a respectful distance and learn to spot the signs of disturbance so you know when your presence has a negative impact.

👣 Use paths wherever possible - to prevent damage in more sensitive natural habitats and to avoid disturbing animals and nests hidden in long grass or camouflaged on the forest floor.

🐿 Follow any locally available advice or signage about avoiding disturbance to wildlife. You may also find information on how to spot more elusive species on these signs, so it’s always worth pausing to read them.

More tips: https://orlo.uk/UblAW

05/06/2024

When an animal flies or runs away from you, it uses valuable energy and could get injured. It may also abandon a nest or young.

As well as causing stress to the animal, wildlife disturbance can result in an accident, such as if deer run onto a nearby road to escape.

Most wildlife disturbance happens by accident when we are exploring outdoors. The good news is that we can all do our bit to prevent it by following these top tips:

🐶 Even a well-trained dog can frighten wildlife by being curious when exploring. So, it’s safest to keep your four-legged friend in sight (so you can see what it is doing) - or on a lead - when you’re unsure if there are animals nearby.

👀 Always watch wildlife from a respectful distance and learn to spot the signs of disturbance so you know when your presence has a negative impact.

👣 Use paths wherever possible - to prevent damage in more sensitive natural habitats and to avoid disturbing animals and nests hidden in long grass or camouflaged on the forest floor.

🐿 Follow any locally available advice or signage about avoiding disturbance to wildlife. You may also find information on how to spot more elusive species on these signs, so it’s always worth pausing to read them.

More tips: https://orlo.uk/zCuaA

29/05/2024

Destination Bute: Otters

Today is World Otter Day!

Remember Otters, their Holts & Territories are 'Highly Protected'.

So much so, you may need a Licence to Look For & Photograph Otters in Scotland:

https://www.nature.scot/professional-advice/protected-areas-and-species/protected-species/protected-species-z-guide/protected-species-otters

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

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[email protected]

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ACTIVITIES. If you do not see a WildBute Activity, Event, Walk, Talk, Tour, Trail or Pilgrimage that meets your need in our 'à la carte' SCHEDULE (see below) then please contact us directly to discuss your Personal, Group or Travel Trade requirements! PAYMENTS. WildBute Flexible, Secure Payment Opt...

27/05/2024

Destination Bute: Watch It Now!

BBC Springwatch started tonight, BBC2 at 8.00pm.

If you are inspired... then come and join us!

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 VIP Ticket - 2 Tours... ASK!

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BBC Springwatch is back tonight 🤩💚!! I am off on a Scottish adventure, starting with the wilds of the Isle of Bute. We have some amazing wildlife stories to share so make sure to tune in for the series launch at 8pm on BBC Two! See you sooooooon!!! M x

27/05/2024

Destination Bute: Spring Watch on the 'Royal' Isle of Bute

BBC Springwatch starts tonight on BBC2 at 8.00pm.

If you are inspired... then come and join us!

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 VIP Ticket - 2 Tours... ASK!

Email:
[email protected]

Call/Text:
+447778117378

27/05/2024

If a seal’s head pops up, you’re close enough! If it has to move away from you, it uses valuable energy and could get injured.

Follow these tips to get the ‘seal’ of approval when these animals are nearby:

✔ Keep your distance on land and water to ensure seals remain relaxed.

✔ Look for signs of stress, such as seals raising their heads and looking at you, bulging eyes (revealing the white parts around the iris), and any movement away from you. If you spot any of these, you’re too close, and it is time to move back.

✔ Keeping dogs on a lead is essential, as even the most trusted canine can decide to run over and investigate a hauled-out seal. Seals may become aggressive when they feel threatened, which could lead to your dog getting bitten and you getting hurt if you try to intervene.

✔ Finally, keep noise levels to a minimum – think about how you feel when you're trying to snooze on the beach!

More tips: https://orlo.uk/6FSS0

24/05/2024

Destination Bute: BBC Springwatch

We hope to meet you and the BBC Springwatch Team on your visit to the 'Beautiful' Isle of Bute!

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WildBute.com... Discover More!

On the ferry over to the Isle of Bute, my BBC Springwatch home for the next week! Getting exciting now… see you Monday 27th on BBC Two ✨🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿💚

24/05/2024

Destination Bute: Waverley Excursions

WildBute are delighted to offer an 'exclusive' PS Waverley Walking Tour of Royal Rothesay... Ask?

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WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

VisitScotland continue to be Official WildBute 'Ticket Partners'.

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 Ticket - 2 Tours...

24/05/2024

Destination Bute: Sightseeing

Here's to a great season for visitors with City Sightseeing Bute and WildBute.com!

Discover More with a WildBute Tour, Trail or Pilgrimage!

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22/05/2024

Destination Bute: BBC Springwatch

You can see Bute's Wildlife on TV... or see it for yourself with WildBute.com... or both!

'Megan McCubbin is heading to Scotland. In the Firth of Clyde off the west coast of Scotland is the Isle of Bute. It is a small island but when it comes to wildlife it packs a punch and Megan is on a mission to see as much as she can for the first week of Springwatch. She will take a deep dive into the underwater habits of seals and watch the impressive hunting habits of Osprey that return each year to breed.'

https://www.bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/mediapacks/springwatch-2024-everything-you-need-to-know?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0rnQKpls6vPP7R__zddA7nd955I4JfKkUX8wu7h5rXPVrDQ8UU31j4uiE_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

Springwatch returns to BBC Two for three weeks of live programmes

21/05/2024

Destination Bute: Sunsets

Another stunning Isle of Bute Sunset... join WildBute soon and see for yourself!

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

VisitScotland continue to be Official WildBute 'Ticket Partners'.

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 Ticket - 2 Tours... ASK!

Email:
[email protected]

Call/Text:
+447778117378

21/05/2024

Even a well-trained dog may chase livestock.

Many dog breeds were bred for hunting or herding, so when they see fast-moving creatures like sheep or cattle, their instinct might kick in, triggering a chase response.

Chasing by dogs can cause stress and injury to livestock. What may seem like a playful chase can hurt vulnerable animals, especially if they're pregnant or have young offspring. If your dog causes harm or distress, you could face legal consequences, including fines.

Top tips for preventing a relaxing walk from becoming a livestock-worrying incident:

🐾 Look out for calves or lambs in fields and where possible avoid walking your dog through these areas to stop mothers and young from becoming stressed.

🐾 When walking in places where there's a chance of encountering livestock, keep your dog in sight and under close control. If in doubt, use a lead - this gives you better control and prevents impulsive chasing behaviour.

🐾 Invest time in training your dog to obey commands, especially recall. Socialise them with different environments and animals when they are young to help them learn appropriate behaviour.

🐾 Be vigilant and stay aware of your surroundings. Keep an eye out for signs indicating the presence of livestock, and if you spot any, take proactive measures to avoid any potential interactions.

More tips: https://orlo.uk/xobLL

19/05/2024

An active, participatory workshop sharing activities designed to engage groups with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

19/05/2024

Scotland is beautiful. Wherever you are exploring this weekend, help us keep it that way. of your visit and always follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code: https://orlo.uk/hfY9F 📷: Birch woodland and Quinag, Assynt ©Lorne Gill/NatureScot/2020VISION

18/05/2024

Destination Bute: PS Waverley visits Royal Rothesay today!

Make your Bute visit a VIP Visit!

Ask Waverley Excursions about Booking a WildBute 'Walking Tour of Rothesay'?

Further Information & Advice...

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18/05/2024

Destination Bute: Cruise Ship Visitors

Rothesay, resplendent in the Spring Sunshine responded with a warm welcome to our visitors from Ponant vessel 'Le Boreal' yesterday.

WildBute led Walking Tours of Royal Rothesay throughout the day.

All Tourist Trade Enquiries are Welcome:

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17/05/2024

Destination Bute: Cruise Ship Excursions

Delighted to be of service to Ponant 'Le Boreal' and Vivu Journeys today on their visit to 'Royal' Bute!

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

VisitScotland continue to be Official WildBute 'Ticket Partners'.

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 Ticket - 2 Tours... ASK!

Email:
[email protected]

Call/Text:
+447778117378

17/05/2024

NEWSFLASH X 3
We have three, yes THREE, exciting bits of news for you regarding Bute Noir.
*The festival has a new venue for 2024 as we’re moving to The Glenburn Hotel*
*The 2024 programme will be announced on Thursday June 6*
*We are offering weekend passes this year for the first time*
From Friday August 2 to Sunday August 4 Bute Noir 2024 will be held in the Victorian splendour of The Glenburn Hotel with its stunning views across Rothesay Bay. For visitors who wish to stay in the festival hotel, there is a reduced room rate available. Just phone the hotel on 01700 502500 and tell them you’re coming to Bute Noir.
The hotel is less than a 15-minute walk from the centre of town but there will also be a minibus making regular trips between the two for festival goers.
On June 6, we’ll reveal the lineup for 2024 and it might just be our best yet. Our author list has international guests, number one bestsellers, news faces and old – and we’re just bursting to share it with you. Just three weeks until we can!
Having the whole festival in one place means we’re able to offer weekend passes for the first time. This will mean a nice chunk of savings for those festival diehards who go to almost every event. We’ll post more details on this offer soon.
Our move to the Glenburn Hotel (for those wondering, Rothesay Library is unavailable to us this year because of renovation works but we will continue to hold events at Bute Museum throughout the year) means that other great accommodation providers in Rothesay have availability this year. As well as the reduced festival rate at the Glenburn, there are currently spaces at The Boathouse, The Fisherman's Cottage and The Victoria Hotel. Visitors should snap them up quickly.

17/05/2024

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17/05/2024

When an animal flies or runs away from you, it uses valuable energy and could get injured. It may also abandon a nest or young.

As well as causing stress to the animal, wildlife disturbance can result in an accident, such as if deer run onto a nearby road to escape.

Most wildlife disturbance happens by accident when we are exploring outdoors. The good news is that we can all do our bit to prevent it by following these top tips:

🐶 Even a well-trained dog can frighten wildlife by being curious when exploring. So, it’s safest to keep your four-legged friend in sight (so you can see what it is doing) - or on a lead - when you’re unsure if there are animals nearby.

👀 Always watch wildlife from a respectful distance and learn to spot the signs of disturbance so you know when your presence has a negative impact.

👣 Use paths wherever possible - to prevent damage in more sensitive natural habitats and to avoid disturbing animals and nests hidden in long grass or camouflaged on the forest floor.

🐿 Follow any locally available advice or signage about avoiding disturbance to wildlife. You may also find information on how to spot more elusive species on these signs, so it’s always worth pausing to read them.

More tips: https://orlo.uk/tW8eI

15/05/2024

Destination Bute: International Visitors

WildBute.com is delighted to be Leading Guided Walking Tours of the Royal Burgh of Rothesay for our Cruise Ship Visitors on Friday.

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

VisitScotland continue to be Official WildBute 'Ticket Partners'.

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 Ticket - 2 Tours... ASK!

Email:
[email protected]

Call/Text:
+447778117378

**Update**

Le Boreal, a French cruise ship, will be arriving in town on Friday, 17th May 2024. The ship is scheduled to arrive at approximately 9am, with the last tender returning to the ship at 5:30pm.

Passengers will be greeted by a Visit Bute representative at the pier and so far, around 120 passengers are pre-booked for 1-hour walking tours of Rothesay town, starting from 10am, with the final tour concluding at 1:30pm. Between 10am to 3pm, passengers can savor a tasting platter at Bute Yard (pre-booked).

Tour guides will highlight Bute's historical landmarks, main attractions, and unique independent shops.

Brush up on your French to extend a warm welcome to our visitors.

15/05/2024

Destination Bute: Out & About

Please do not disturb our wonderful Wildlife.

Follow Scotland's Outdoor Access Code.

If a seal’s head pops up, you’re close enough! If it has to move away from you, it uses valuable energy and could get injured.

Follow these tips to get the ‘seal’ of approval when these animals are nearby:

✔ Keep your distance on land and water to ensure seals remain relaxed.

✔ Look for signs of stress, such as seals raising their heads and looking at you, bulging eyes (revealing the white parts around the iris), and any movement away from you. If you spot any of these, you’re too close, and it is time to move back.

✔ Keeping dogs on a lead is essential, as even the most trusted canine can decide to run over and investigate a hauled-out seal. Seals may become aggressive when they feel threatened, which could lead to your dog getting bitten and you getting hurt if you try to intervene.

✔ Finally, keep noise levels to a minimum – think about how you feel when you're trying to snooze on the beach!

More tips: https://orlo.uk/WlTBy

08/05/2024

Destination Bute: Make Space for Nature

WildBute supports 'No Mow May' & 'Let It Bloom In June'

Nature Needs You Not To...

Bute's wonderful WildFlowers are a key feature of our Spring & Summer Tours, Trails & Pilgrimages!

More Information:

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WildBute.com are Official Ticket Partners for Mount Stuart House & Gardens 2024... Ask?

Are you taking part in Plantlife: saving wild plants's and ? 🌱🌼

Our recent study has proven that letting parts of your garden grow wild with long grass can boost butterfly numbers by up to 93%! 🦋

The biggest benefits of these wild spaces were found in urban areas and intensively farmed landscapes where butterflies are most under pressure.

Read more about the benefits of putting the lawnmower away 👇
https://butterfly-conservation.org/news-and-blog/boost-garden-butterfly-numbers-by-up-to-93-with-one-simple-step-new-study-reveals

06/05/2024

Destination Bute: Discover

Have you Discovered the other side of Bute?

You have... then Discover Even More with a WildBute Tour, Trail or Pilgrimage.

Discount Tickets to Mount Stuart House & Gardens too...
.. Ask WildBute!

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🚌✨ We’e on our way!! The Bute Open-Top Bus Tours Return on May 24th! ✨🚌

We're thrilled to announce that our Bute Open-Top Bus Tours will be back on May 24th! See the wonderful island of Bute from the best seat in town – the open top bus. 🌟

🎟️ Tickets are available now! Don’t miss out on the fun, book your spot today and experience Bute like never before!

https://citysightseeingbute.com/book-now/

05/05/2024

Destination Bute: Go Birding with WildBute!

Swifts, Swallows & Martins

We are fortunate to have all four of these beautiful birds on Bute.

Swallows and Martins are of the family Hirundinidae while Swifts are Apodidae (Apus apus).

Discover Rothesay's Rich Culture, History, Heritage & Wildlife with a WildBute.com Tour!

WildBute.com provide Wildlife Tours, VIP Short Break Holidays & Vacations, with Walks, Talks, Distillery Tours & Pilgrimages, almost every day the year!

WildBute are 'Official Ticket Partners' of Mount Stuart House & Gardens... 1 Ticket - 2 Tours... ASK!

Email:
[email protected]

Call/Text:
+447778117378

Swifts, swallows, house martins and sand martins are all summer visitors to the UK.
Read our guide to work out what you might have spotted darting and diving in the sky! 👇☁️
https://www.wildlifetrusts.org/wildlife/how-identify/how-identify-swifts-swallows-sand-martins-and-house-martins

05/05/2024

A great way to is to let it grow for and help your local wildlife 🌱. Leaving patches of grassy areas allows flowers to bloom and provides food and shelter for insects, birds and small mammals : saving wild plants 🐝
More here: https://orlo.uk/9gLbr

05/05/2024

Scotland - yours to explore, all of ours to care for.

Whatever you do in Scotland’s great outdoors, the Scottish Outdoor Access Code will help you to enjoy it safely and responsibly.

How to follow the code:
✔ Respect the interests of others.
✔ Care for the environment.
✔ Take responsibility for your own actions.

Find out more and get to : https://orlo.uk/rCqQL