Turadh offers the opportunity for rest, renewal and nature connection to anyone working for the common good in Scotland.

We believe that everyone benefits from time to slow down and soak up the beauty of wild places, and that this should not be an unaffordable luxury for only a few.

We run three beautiful holiday homes where we welcome people from across all walks of life in Scotland: community leaders, campaigners and carers, land workers, health workers, community artists and activists. Many of those who stay with us come for a much-needed break from running community organisations such as food-banks and advice centres, or from working in challenging and often underfunded public services. Some guests come looking for space and time to complete work or plan a new project. Others are simply seeking a place to press pause and experience the deep nourishment of being in the wild.  

We welcome applications from anyone based in Scotland who is working to make life better for people and planet. We also accept applications from families who may have not been able to afford a holiday in recent years. Most guests are referred by partner organisations, but we also accept self-referrals. You can find out more about all our accommodation as the process of applying to stay with us here.

“The rest this cabin has afforded me has felt sacred. It is such a haven, a place of deep care, kindness and replenishment.”

— Guest staying at Nead Bernera

“Turadh restores your faith in everything that’s good, beautiful, hopeful and generous in the world.”

— Guest staying at Taigh Whin

For individuals

We welcome applications from individuals, couples, families, friends and colleagues. If you are working for the common good in Scotland and feel yourself in need of restorative time in nature, you are welcome to apply to stay with us here.

For organisations

We partner with organisations across Scotland who refer staff, volunteers and beneficiaries for low- cost (and sometimes no-cost) breaks with us. If you would like to explore a possible partnership, please do contact us.

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