Scots can enjoy a Highland Coo experience for just £5 per person while overlooking the banks of Loch Ness. Drumbuie Farm Bed & Breakfast in Inverness, situated on a hillside in the village of Drumnadrochit, offers this affordable bucket list activity. The £5 ticket includes unlimited time and photos with the farm's resident Highland Coos, as well as a cup of food to hand-feed them.
No Booking Required for Basic Experience
The basic experience operates on a first-come, first-served basis and does not require advance booking. Visitors are welcome from Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm. On-site, a small tearoom called Quila Cridhe serves tea, coffee, homemade bakery items, and afternoon tea.
Highland Coo-Themed Afternoon Tea
For those seeking a fuller experience, the Highland Coo-themed afternoon tea includes sandwiches, Coo-shaped sweet treats, scones with jam and cream, unlimited tea and coffee, and mocktails. After tea, guests enjoy a meet-and-greet with the Coos. Prices are £27.50 per adult and £15 per child.
Private and Premium Packages
Upgraded packages offer more intimate encounters. The 'Coo Lovers' package provides a private 30-minute session before business hours, including feeding, touching, and a guided walk and talk. Prices are £20 per person or £10 for children under 12.
The 'Very Important Coos' package is a private grooming experience in an intimate setting with Loch Ness as a backdrop. It includes a 30-minute slot for feeding and grooming, priced at £33 for adults and £23 for children aged five and over.
Unforgettable Highland Coo Picnic
The most elevated experience is a Highland Coo picnic, lasting 1.5 hours for parties up to ten. It includes a grooming session, a picnic lunch with homemade sandwiches, Coo cupcakes, crisps, mocktails, and tea or coffee, while the cattle eat from buckets beside guests. An informative talk with a private view of Loch Ness is included. Prices are £53 per person and £33 for children aged five to twelve.
Nearby Attractions
Drumbuie Farm is minutes from the Great Glen Way and historic Urquhart Castle, making it easy to explore local sights. More information is available on the farm's website.
