Arrival and welcome. Relax and take time to settle in. Browse through our information pack or take a leisurely stroll before joining your fellow guests for a briefing and welcome dinner.

Day 1
Drawing spots of scenic or historical interest in and  around Historic New Lanark.

New Lanark was inscribed as a World Heritage Site in December 2001. It is one of only 5 in Scotland.

 Sketch the tree lined river. There are three waterfalls upstream from New Lanark lying on the Clyde Walkway: Dundaff Linn (3 metres), Corra Linn (28 metres), and Bonnington Linn (11 metres). Look out too for kingfishers and otters.

Before leaving take time to visit the Visitors Centre.

Day 2

Studio

Day 3
This morning we take a short drive to nearby Corehouse against a backdrop of gentle hills. Few places offer such peace and tranquillity to paint. Enjoy a picnic on site.

Day 4

Studio

Day 5

The day to yourselves to relax and enjoy the area or travel further afield to Glasgow or Edinburgh for some shopping.

Day 6

A final day and we head further afield to Hazelbank where you can sit directly on the Clyde riverbank , spend the morning there before again moving to Braidwood where a beautiful restored tower awaits you.

The above programme is an example of what is available, however can be changed based on weather conditions and party numbers.