Gilleoin Finlay-Coull,creator of Woolrush Yarns,offers a unique opportunity to participate in a wide variety of spinning, kintting and related fibre craft courses. These cater for a wide skill range from beginners learning the basic techniques to more advanced levels of yarn and garment design, stitches and techniques, and some of the traditions and folklore connected to these activities. Weekend courses, private tuition, demonstrations and one day workshops are available. Gift Vouchers available for the above and for knitwear from the Calanas Collection. - The ideal gift for the fibre enthusiast.

A lifelong craftsman, Gilleoin's academic background in Scottish culture enhances her expertise in the fibre crafts and allows a small glimpse into the historic background of these traditions.

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Celtic Trails - Edinburgh, Scotland

Jackie Queally, creator of Celtic Trails. offers you auniqueseries of half day and whole day tours from Edinburgh to sites of prehistoric, Celtic and medieval interest, including Rosslyn Chapel and Roslin Glen. The trails encompass Iron Age forts, Bronze Age cairns & subterrain chambers, standing stones, ancient groves, holy wells, beautiful chapels, medieval hospices and strongholds of the Knights Templar. You can also book longer toursacross Scotland's ancient past.

Jackie has the ability to make these sites come alive for you, as she relates the historic connections between the sites you visit. She has a wide knowledge of early Scottish history and ancient Celtic culture, and a deep sensitivity to the sacred energies of the earth inherent in the local landscape. She is delighted to share her knowledge and enthusiasm with you whether you want a tailor-made tour or one of her special trails in Scotland.