
Scottish Highlands — Highland Hootenanny
“Eight days. Five regions. Every kind of adventure Scotland has.”
Aug 1–9, 2026 · Scottish Highlands
























About this trip
Mountains. Wild camping. Trail running. Sea kayaking. Whisky in Oban. This is the best week of your year.
Most people take a week off and spend it somewhere warm, eating, drinking and doing very little. How many of those do you actually remember? There is a different way to unwind — one you won't forget quickly. Where you wild camp on a clifftop on the Isle of Skye with the Outer Hebrides on the horizon. Where you summit mountains in Glencoe that look like something from a film. Where you run along coastlines so remote and so beautiful that people can't believe it's in the UK. Where you spend two days in the wilderness of Torridon with everything you need on your back.
Eight days in the Scottish Highlands. Five regions. The most complete adventure trip we run. It's Jove Club's signature adventure.
Highlights
- 8 days across 5 regions: Glencoe, Isle of Skye, Applecross, Torridon, Oban
- Mountain hiking, trail running, wild camping, sea kayaking, whisky distillery
- Welcome dinner at the Clachaig Inn — the most famous pub in the Scottish Highlands
- Wild camp on Skye's north coast with views to the Outer Hebrides
- Trail run along Skye's southern coastline — genuinely spectacular
- Two-day Torridon expedition — Beinn Alligin and Beinn Eighe
- Sea kayaking on Lochcarron — no experience required
- Oban whisky tasting and celebration dinner to close the trip
- Maximum 12 people — deliberately small
Itinerary
Meet as a group in Glasgow at midday. A short but beautiful hike before a supply run in Fort William. Then into Glencoe — one of the most dramatic valleys in the UK. First night at the Red Squirrel Campsite, followed by dinner at the Clachaig Inn — the most famous pub in the Scottish Highlands, usually with a live band, plenty of beer and great food. A proper welcome.
What's included
- All accommodation — campsites, guided wild camping, and hostel stays throughout
- Breakfast at all hostel and hard accommodation stays
- 8 meals at Scottish inns and restaurants — including welcome dinner at the Clachaig Inn and celebration dinner in Oban
- Qualified Mountain Leaders for all Glencoe mountain days and the full Torridon expedition
- Guided trail running in remote areas
- Sea kayaking — all equipment and instruction included, no experience required
- Oban distillery tour and tasting
- All trip logistics — Freddie leads and directs every element
- WhatsApp preparation group with Freddie — kit guidance, fitness advice, the group forming before you arrive
- A trip gift — something worth having you can also use on the trip
Not included
- Transport to Glasgow and back to London
- Shared vehicle hire during the trip (~£180–£250pp)
- Personal kit and camping equipment
- Personal snacks and food outside pre-booked meals
- Travel insurance — please arrange your own before departure
Physical requirements
Intermediate level — well within reach for most reasonably fit people. Runs are short and at a slow, conversational pace — exploration, not training. Hiking is unhurried with plenty of stops. During the Torridon phase you'll carry camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, food for 2 days). Kayaking is totally beginner-friendly. The defining requirement is endurance — the ability to string multiple days of effort together in all conditions, including Scottish rain.
Meeting point
Glasgow city centre — exact meeting point sent to the WhatsApp group in advance. Trip ends back in Glasgow on Aug 9.
A note from Freddie
“This is a really special trip. Scotland is a magical place. The landscape is dramatic. The coastlines look like they belong to somewhere far more exotic. Too few people living in the UK go and explore the wilderness. I've been to a lot of wild areas and I still maintain there aren't many as dramatic and truly epic as the Highlands. Many people come to Jove Club to meet new people and make new friends. A week of shared experience will bond people above and beyond any pub night, run club or surface level office environment. — Freddie Sankey, Founder of Jove Club”
Price per person
£1,150
Reserve with £250 deposit (non-refundable) · balance due 60 days before
Dates
Aug 1–9, 2026
Duration
8 days
Difficulty
Intermediate
Location
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
Availability
8 places left
£1,150
£250 deposit to reserve
Google Reviews
What they said
when they got home.
“I had the best time on the Jove weekend trip to the Peaks. Got there and they helped set up my new tent — very friendly from the off. Zero judgement across the weekend for anything. It was about learning the skills needed to thrive outdoors, without any of the judgement you get with some providers. It gave me my confidence back outdoors, and I've booked onto my next trip already.”
Leah Brunskill
2 weeks ago
“Jove are fantastic. I've been going to their weekly strength sessions at Battersea park for a couple of months now and I've felt my confidence and strength for mountaineering and trail running come on in leaps and bounds. Their trips are incredibly good fun and genuinely valuable. Can't recommend highly enough — wish I'd joined sooner!”
Alex White
3 weeks ago
“Enjoyed a wonderful weekend of hiking, camping, trail running, navigation & fitness sessions (and some cracking pubs, pie & pizzas!) in the Peak District with a group of wonderful people. We all had different levels of previous outdoor experience & all were catered for. Thanks to Freddie & the Jove club team for leading us safely & challenging us.”
Claire
3 weeks ago
“I joined a Jove Weekender Trip to the Peak District for the weekend and had an amazing time! Freddie & the team were very welcoming and knowledgeable and it really gave me confidence to try and do more hiking in the future! I'll definitely be joining for some of the London sessions and hopefully a future trip. Would thoroughly recommend!!”
Bryony Kirby
3 weeks ago
“Joined Jove Club for an amazing trip to the Cairngorms to learn winter mountaineering skills! Small group of adventurous people, everyone was super supportive and keen to learn. Perfect weekend spent outdoors!”
Lizzie
2 months ago
“Huge shout out to Freddie for sorting out the winter skills training in the Cairngorms. We had an extremely knowledgeable instructor who took us through everything we needed to know about Scottish winter! I had a great weekend away and the group really topped it off as a stand out trip. Would also highly recommend the weekly social bouldering sessions in London.”
Tom Roberts
2 months ago
“I could not recommend Jove Club enough for anyone who wants to get outside, explore the country and test their physical and mental limits. I've done things in the past year I would never have done myself, with an amazing group of driven, friendly and kind people — and it's been an absolute blast.”
Richard Scothern
4 months ago
“I had such a great time on the Peak District climbing trip! Having joined for their London bouldering sessions for a couple of months, it was great to put my new skills to use outside. We had an amazing instructor who made me feel so at ease. The group was great fun — everybody was so positive and supportive of each other. Can't wait to join more trips next year!”
Emily Elizabeth
4 months ago
“I did the Welsh 3000s challenge with Jove Club in July and it was unreal. Freddie is a fantastic leader — he makes everyone feel comfortable and welcome. Looking forward to my next Jove Club adventure!”
Emily
8 months ago
“Before Jove, I never really thought of myself as a runner. But within weeks of joining, I was running 5Ks, then 10Ks. My first proper test was our Brecon trek — two days, 35km, 1,300m of elevation. It was brutal, but it was also the moment I realised how much the people around you shape the experience. Jove isn't just about getting fitter — it's about pushing your limits in a way that actually feels fun.”
Vevek Shah
8 months ago
“I love Jove Club. On paper, I had everything I needed to be happy, but it wasn't until I joined Jove that I realised something was missing — adventure! It's so easy in London to get stuck in a rut. Jove gets me out of the house with like-minded people and gives me things I didn't even realise I was missing. Join, you won't regret it.”
Christopher Sykes-Popham
1 year ago
“I went on the Peak District Climbing adventure not knowing any of the group but felt immediately welcomed by everyone. The group was very supportive given my lack of any prior climbing experience and definitely pushed my limits. The trip itself was extremely well organised — everything was covered from food and instructors to what gear to bring. Immediately came home and booked myself on another adventure!”
Olly
1 year ago
“I had an absolutely incredible experience on a walking adventure weekend with Jove Club! From start to finish, everything was brilliantly organised. Freddie's enthusiasm and leadership created such a positive, welcoming atmosphere — making the weekend about more than just the hike. If you're looking for a well-organised, exciting outdoor experience with great company, I can't recommend Jove Club enough.”
Henry Lort-Jones
1 year ago
“Can't express enough how glad I am that Freddie has created Jove Club! The recent Brecon trip was epic — a tough challenge that we all pushed through. In only a couple of months I've made significant strides towards my fitness goals. The regular adventure challenges add purpose to the training in London and the people in the club are top quality.”
Harry Webb
1 year ago
“The Peak District climbing weekend was meticulously planned by Freddie and Jove Club. I felt a massive sense of achievement on the Sunday afternoon walking off the crag. If you are considering a weekend away with like minded people to push yourself beyond your comfort zone then I wouldn't hesitate recommending Jove Club.”
Connor Herrington
1 year ago
“The mix of classes — in particular the run and fitness sessions outdoors — is absolutely amazing and unlike anything else I've found in London. The sessions are inclusive of mixed ability but with enough challenge for everyone. Really look forward to putting my fitness to the test during one of the trail runs and adventure trips!”
Francesca Richards
1 year ago
“Joining Jove is the best thing I've done for my fitness and health this year. Anyone looking to get fit, get outdoors and meet great people — this is where it's at. In just a few months I've met some great people, built confidence, and lost 3kg whilst getting stronger and running faster.”
Joseph McEachron
1 year ago
“Jove is the missing piece of London life. Such a welcoming and friendly club with a fantastic range of activities. Everything geared towards adventure trips is such a great way to train and get fit with a proper functional goal. The Peak District climbing weekend was fantastically well organised — can't wait to do another.”
Tom Frew
1 year ago
“I've had a great time with Jove — it's got a great mix of challenging and fun activities. The Peak District climbing trip was super well organised, great instruction provided, and a great way to get out of London for a weekend and learn some new skills.”
Vito Tomasi
1 year ago
“The Jove Club climbing weekend in the Peak District was a fantastic experience, filled with great routes and even better company. Everyone from beginners to seasoned climbers felt included and challenged. A brilliantly run weekend that captured the spirit of adventure.”
John Cain
1 year ago
“Great sessions which are well planned and adaptable to fitness levels. Welcoming atmosphere at meets and easy to use site for booking.”
Calvin Freese
1 year ago
“I have attended fitness and climb sessions and would really recommend Jove. Accessible and tailored to your fitness but with plenty of challenge and very social!”
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1 year ago
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