Our Responsibilities
Beirhope is rurally located in the Kale Valley, within the Cheviot Hills of the Scottish Borders. Being surrounded by five Iron Age forts, Roman roads, Border Reiver trails, magnificent rolling hills and some of the darkest skies in the UK, it has allowed us to develop a successful business around nature, with slow travel and responsible tourism at the forefront of our approach.
Our aim is to encourage visitors to Beirhope, both from the local community and the wider market, to get closer to nature; to slow down and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the countryside. Encouraging them to take some time out to enjoy the great outdoors, promoting healthy activity and positive mental wellbeing.
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LAND PRESERVATION
No sprays or chemicals used on the land
Managed rotational grazing
No dig approach to our gardens
NATURE CONSERVATION
Dedicated wildlife areas
Reintroduction of native black bees
Scattered bird, bat and owl boxes
ENERGY & WATER SAVING
Eco-friendly facilities
Bucket shower
Eco toilets, composting the waste
Wifi hotspot
PROVENANCE
We breed our own alpacas
Our alpaca fibre is spun at a local mill
Off-cuts used to teach sustainable crafts