Wildlife photography workshops on North Uist and Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides.
Dates – June 1st to 30th 2024. You can choose any date within this period – please simply specify when booking, and I will confirm my availability.
Booking – please use the contact form at the bottom of this page for booking and enquiries.
The islands of North Uist and Benbecula are without doubt some of the best locations in the UK for wildlife photography. The mix of extensive coastal habitat, moorland, fields and lochs, combined with minimal human disturbance, allows an astonishing abundance of wildlife. Some of Scotland’s most spectacular species are an everyday sight here.
This photography workshop shall focus on the breeding short eared owls and hen harriers which make North Uist and Benbecula their home. There is arguably nowhere else better to photograph these beautiful birds anywhere in the UK. It is commonplace to have close views of multiple individuals of both species during a summer day here, if you know where and when to look.
Additionally, we shall aim to photograph some of the island’s many other bird species – including curlew, lapwing, snipe, redshank, oystercatcher and common sandpiper. Golden eagles and otters are also seen, though far less frequently.
Additional information
Spaces available per day: 2 people. If you book as an individual, you may be joined by another photographer. Please specify if you would prefer 1:1 guiding.
Prices per person (couples discount available – please enquire!)
1 day – £185
2 days – £335
3 days – £450
Transport: Transport will be provided to and from your accommodation to the photography locations, so long as your accommodation is based on North Uist or northern Benbecula. Transport to and from the island is not provided. You can book a ferry via calmac.co.uk
Accommodation: Accommodation is not provided.
Dates: 1st June to 30th June 2024. Please contact me using the contact form below for booking and to choose a convenient date.
Meeting point: dependent on species, we shall discuss this upon booking.
Footwear: Walking boots essential.
Clothing: Warm clothing and waterproofs essential. Please ensure your clothing does not include any bright colours!
Suggested camera equipment: DSLR or mirrorless camera with a telephoto lens (400mm or longer preferable). Monopod/tripod/beanbag optional.
Fitness: Please ensure you are able to walk for up to three miles on rough terrain comfortably. There will be very minimal ascent.
Accessibility: If you have limited mobility, then a workshop can be arranged which takes place entirely from a vehicle. Please enquire about this using the contact form.
Food: Bring plenty! Snacks shall be provided.
JAMES RODDIE PHOTOGRAPHY 