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Scotsman
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Wild Cairns launches ‘Wildlings – Wild Days' as summer season opens seven days a week
Wild Cairns has kicked off its biggest summer yet—now open seven days a week—with the launch of its first-ever children's holiday programme: Wildlings – Wild Days. The outdoor adventure site at Whitekirk Hill is welcoming families, groups, and now young Wildlings for summer experiences filled with mud, laughter, and outdoor fun. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... This summer, Wild Cairns offers more ways than ever to unplug, recharge, and reconnect in the great outdoors. From the return of its popular assault course to axe throwing, the airsoft gun range, and exclusive Mini Highland Games for parties and corporate groups, there's something for all ages—plus brand new fun just for kids. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Wildlings – Wild Days is Wild Cairns' first dedicated programme for 6–12-year-olds, running Monday to Friday until August 15. Children can enjoy full or half-day sessions packed with creative, confidence-building adventure, including: Family on the assault course Den building and bushcraft Fire lighting, knot tying, scavenger hunts Tug of war, obstacle games, and inflatable slide play Axe throwing and airsoft for older Wildlings Forest crafts, nature bingo, and team challenges Led by qualified teachers and trained instructors, each Wild Day is thoughtfully planned with safety, variety, and fun at the core. 'We've wanted to run a children's summer programme for a long time,' said founder Scott Smith. 'This year we've brought in experienced leaders and created a schedule that lets kids go wild in all the best ways. It's safe, exciting, and something totally different for East Lothian families.' Families can also enjoy the wider Wild Cairns experience with weekend activities, group bookings, and on-site food options. The site is ideal for birthdays, team-building days, and adventurous get-togethers with exclusive use and a relaxed pace. For updates and summer inspiration, follow Wild Cairns on Facebook and Instagram.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Award-winning holiday park next to one of UK's finest beaches set to triple in size – with 22 new lodges being built
A POPULAR holiday resort located next to one of the UK's top beaches is set to undergo an ambitious expansion. The award-winning park, made up of wooden cabins, will triple in size as 22 new lodges are added. 5 5 Whitekirk Hill is located in East Lothian, Scotland, just an 11 minute drive from North Berwick. It first opened in 2019 following a £3 million renovation of the golf club which previously occupied the site. The location was converted into a modern family-friendly lifestyle hub, which includes a café, restaurant, indoor children's play area, spa, gym, and event spaces. In 2021, nine luxury eco-lodges were added to the property for overnight guests. Now Whitekirk Hill plans to add 22 more lodges, tripling the size of its accommodation. Plans were approved in April, consisting of 12 three-bedroom lodges and 10 one-bedroom micro lodges. And the resort reportedly plans to add an additional 10 lodges in the future. The news comes just weeks after the Wild Cairns Outdoor Activity Centre was opened at the 160-acre resort. This new addition features an axe-throwing area, an airsoft gun range with zombie targets, and a 1.5-mile obstacle course. Younger visitors can enjoy an indoor adventure playground with climbing structures and slides, perfect for colder days. Inside little-known seaside spot right next to the country's most iconic sites Guests can also enjoy garden games, which are available for hire for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. The resort boasts views of the nearby Tantallon Castle, the Bass Rock, and the Firth of Forth. Described as the place "where beauty meets adventure", Whitekirk Hill has been awarded a five star rating by the Scottish tourism board. And if that's not enough reasons to visit this stunning area, one of the UK's finest beaches is also located nearby. Tyninghame Links, also known as Ravensheugh Sands, is regarded as "one of the finest beaches in the south of Scotland", according to Visit East Lothian. Paths wind through the adjacent forest, emerging onto the huge sandy bay, with dramatic views of the Bass Rock. Visitors can park up nearby for just £3 for the entire day. And if you're a fan of the show Outlander, this area may look familiar to you. This stunning beach featured in season five, episode two, in what has been described as "one of the most dramatic scenes" of the series. Whitekirk Hill is located just 46 minutes from Edinburgh, and is well worth a day trip if you're in the area. 5 5
