Behind its placid appearance, Kilchoan teems with life: unfolding its beauty before your eyes

The 17th of May 2024 saw not only National Endangered Species Day but also a visit and discussion between the Kilchoan team and the newly launched Scientific Robotics Academy, hosted at the Scottish Association for Marine Science, near Oban.

Exploring Avian Soundscapes in Ancient and Restored WoodlandsI had the pleasure of staying on Kilchoan Estate for three weeks in March 2024 to collect data for my undergraduate dissertation in...

‘Hope Spot Argyll’ snorkelling residency In August 2023 I travelled to Scotland once more to work with the organisers of the ‘Hope Spot Argyll’ snorkelling residency. I am an experienced free-diver...

The Re:Green programme run by Raleigh International aims to inspire young people to take action on issues of the climate and ecological crisis. We have been fortunate enough to volunteer on the...

Beautiful charismatic woods that are filled with bird songs and gentle whispers of wind… I have had the pleasure of exploring the Kilchoan Estate’s woodlands, hills, and shores for the past three...

In July I had the luck to volunteer in nature conservation activities in Kilchoan estate. Throughout my stay Laura Dawson was my main companion and mentor. I truly enjoyed opportunity to have a...

The boulderfields of Loch Melfort shallows are bursting with life An international team of ecological researchers visited Kilchoan Estate to investigate the biodiversity hidden underneath boulders,...

Master of Deer I first came to Kilchoan in June 2022. At the time, it was to examine the site for a masters project. Even during that brief visit, I could see how wonderful Kilchoan was; in 2023,...

Our time at Kilchoan was excellent and was made possible by Jon, Melissa and the rest of the Kilchoan team who were very friendly and welcoming. 24th of May 2021 – 3th of June 2021 Our time at...