The luxurious Scottish castle offering visitors a Highland Cow safari this summer
A luxurious estate on the Ayrshire coast is offering something a little different this summer, complete with Highland cow safaris, homemade traybakes, and countryside charm.
Glenapp Castle, located near Girvan, is inviting visitors to enjoy its new Summer Special package, blending Scottish heritage, outdoor adventure and fine dining for a getaway to remember.
The historic castle, which has hosted famous faces including Gok Wan and Gordon Ramsay, has featured on shows such as Good Morning Britain and Gordon Ramsay's Future Food Stars. Now it's inviting day-trippers and weekenders to enjoy a distinctly Scottish adventure through its new Summer Special package.
With longer days, warmer weather and a rise in last-minute bookings, Glenapp's offering includes a quirky countryside highlight: a private Highland cow safari known as 'Glenapp's Private Coos and Ewes'.
The tour gives guests an up-close introduction to Scotland's beloved Highland cows through an exclusive experience in partnership with Kitchen Coos and Ewes, Glasgow Live reports.
The gentle giants, affectionately known as 'moodles', each have their own story, including one herd member with a budding modelling career.
Guests will not only learn about the social structure and charm of these iconic animals but will also meet tour hosts Janet and Neale, whose 108 combined years of farm life add a warm, personal touch to the journey.
The visit ends with Janet's freshly baked traybakes, served with tea and coffee straight from the farmhouse kitchen. To top it all off, guests take home a goody bag filled with Highland coo-themed souvenirs.
Back at the castle, guests can unwind at the Azalea restaurant, located inside Glenapp's Victorian Glasshouse, where afternoon tea is served in stunning surroundings.
The Summer Special package also includes two nights in one of Glenapp's luxurious Castle Bedroom Suites, along with a complimentary archery lesson, use of the tennis court, croquet lawn, boules, and access to electric and mountain bikes for exploring the estate's 110 acres of gardens and grounds.
Dinner is served each night in either the grand Castle Dining Room or the newly launched Azalea restaurant, with a three-course meal included as part of the package.
The Glenapp Castle Summer Special is priced from £312.50 per person per night. The Private Coos and Ewes safari experience can be added for £290 for one to four guests, with a £45 charge for each additional person.
For more details or to book, visit www.glenappcastle.com.
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If you'd prefer to experience the cow safari independently, Kitchen Coos and Ewes offers a variety of tours throughout the season, with different packages available via their website.
Travellers planning a longer stay in the area can also explore holiday cottage options in Girvan or nearby Ballantrae. Properties available this summer include Cairnhill and Ailsa View via Sykes Holiday Cottages, the charming Professor's Cottage listed on holidaycottages.co.uk, and a range of Airbnb stays.
The idyllic Ailsa Shores, available through TripAdvisor, is also an option for those looking to turn a short visit into a scenic summer mini-break.
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