Our farmer-led Highland cow tours are the perfect way to experience life on a traditional Scottish farm. You’ll travel in a purpose-built, wind and watertight trailer with padded seating – designed for comfort, no matter the weather.
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Our Highland Coo Tours
We’re passionate about sharing the joy and beauty of our Highland cows, which is why we created Kitchen Coos & Ewes. Whether you’re a visitor to the area or a lifelong Highland cattle fan, our tours offer an authentic, memorable experience.
Our Most Popular
Hands-on Coo Tour
This tour is all about going on safari and getting that fantastic hands-on highland cow experience.
Head out into the fields, in our safari trailer, along with other highland coo fans. There you will get a chance to groom some of our younger coos from the safety of our outdoor highland coo play-pen. Then, head out onto the hill to see the main herd being fed before returning to the farmyard for a cuppa and a trio of traybakes.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £46 | Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
Best Value
Insta Coo Tour
This family-friendly farm experience is all about our Highland cows! It gets you quickly out onto the hill among our beautiful Highland cattle in their natural environment.
You’ll have plenty of time to take photos and learn all about the fold from your experienced guides. This farm tour uses our weather-proof safari trailer. This experience must be booked in advance and numbers are limited to 24 people.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £24 | Duration: 1 Hour 30 mins
Coos & Cake
Cream Tea Coo Tour
During this in-depth farm tour you’ll meet our record breaking flock of Beltex sheep, before getting in among the Highland cows on the hill. There will be plenty of opportunity to take photos of the Highland cows and the sheep from the safety and comfort of the farm tour trailer. You’ll return to the farm for a sheep dog demonstration, and then enjoy a cream tea with your hosts.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £42 | Duration: 2 hour 30 mins
Coos & Cake
Covenanters Coo & Ewes
A small village called New Luce sprang up in the valley where two bridges were built to span the river.
A church was built in 1647 and its charismatic minister called Alexander Peden became a celebrity covenanter when he was ejected from our church in 1662.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £42 | Duration: 2 hour 30 mins
Get Outdoors
Walking Tour
A walking tour of our beautiful farm, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. You’ll visit a small group of our Highland cows and be able to take photos of them. You’ll see the remains of a Bronze Age hut circle, learn about dry-stone dykes and finish with some traditional farmhouse baking. The route is 1.5 miles. To take part in this tour you should wear clothes and footwear appropriate to weather conditions and be able to walk over uneven grassland.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £28 | Duration: 2 hours
Festive Fun
Wee Coos at Christmas Tour
Hear all about this year’s crop of highland calves, inside our barn, at snack time. We’ll point out some of the stars and tell you a wee bit more about them. Who knows, they’ll maybe come up to see you for a pat?
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £15 | Duration: 1 hour
Our Most Popular
Hands-on Coo Tour
This tour is all about going on safari and getting that fantastic hands-on highland cow experience.
Head out into the fields, in our safari trailer, along with other highland coo fans. There you will get a chance to groom some of our younger coos from the safety of our outdoor highland coo play-pen. Then, head out onto the hill to see the main herd being fed before returning to the farmyard for a cuppa and a trio of traybakes.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £46 | Duration: 1 hour 30 mins
Best Value
Insta Coo Tour
This family-friendly farm experience is all about our Highland cows! It gets you quickly out onto the hill among our beautiful Highland cattle in their natural environment.
You’ll have plenty of time to take photos and learn all about the fold from your experienced guides. This farm tour uses our weather-proof safari trailer. This experience must be booked in advance and numbers are limited to 24 people.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £24 | Duration: 1 Hour 30 mins
Coos & Cake
Cream Tea Coo Tour
During this in-depth farm tour you’ll meet our record breaking flock of Beltex sheep, before getting in among the Highland cows on the hill. There will be plenty of opportunity to take photos of the Highland cows and the sheep from the safety and comfort of the farm tour trailer. You’ll return to the farm for a sheep dog demonstration, and then enjoy a cream tea with your hosts.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £42 | Duration: 2 hour 30 mins
Coos & Cake
Covenanters Coo & Ewes
A small village called New Luce sprang up in the valley where two bridges were built to span the river.
A church was built in 1647 and its charismatic minister called Alexander Peden became a celebrity covenanter when he was ejected from our church in 1662.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £42 | Duration: 2 hour 30 mins
Get Outdoors
Walking Tour
A walking tour of our beautiful farm, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide. You’ll visit a small group of our Highland cows and be able to take photos of them. You’ll see the remains of a Bronze Age hut circle, learn about dry-stone dykes and finish with some traditional farmhouse baking. The route is 1.5 miles. To take part in this tour you should wear clothes and footwear appropriate to weather conditions and be able to walk over uneven grassland.
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £28 | Duration: 2 hours
Festive Fun
Wee Coos at Christmas Tour
Hear all about this year’s crop of highland calves, inside our barn, at snack time. We’ll point out some of the stars and tell you a wee bit more about them. Who knows, they’ll maybe come up to see you for a pat?
Please note: visits must be booked in advance.
Price: £15 | Duration: 1 hour
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Everything You Need to Know About Your Visit
Before you set off, it’s worth taking a few minutes to check through the essential information about your visit. We’ve put together details on our location, parking, what to wear for our farm tours, and what facilities you’ll find when you get here.
We’ve also answered some of the most frequently asked questions to help you feel fully prepared for your Highland Cow experience at Kitchen Coos and Ewes.
To make sure you don’t miss out, please book your visit in advance. Our tours fill up quickly and we aren’t able to take walk-in visitors, so it’s best to secure your spot before you arrive!
Learn About Highland Cattle and Their Role in Nature
Highland cows are not just photogenic – they also play a key role in promoting biodiversity. During your experience, you’ll learn how our Highland cattle help local wildlife and maintain the natural landscape. There will be plenty of opportunities to take photos of these gentle, curious creatures up close.
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Exploring the Local Area
There’s so much to enjoy here in southwest Scotland, and we’re lucky to be surrounded by wonderful places to stay, eat and explore. Whether you’re planning a day trip or making a longer visit, we’ve pulled together a few of our favourite local spots to help you make the most of your time near Kitchen Coos & Ewes.
