Àban - Adventure Learning Community

Àban is a Highland outdoor education charity and award winning social enterprise.

We're changing lives through the power of outdoor adventure.

To support our work, why not join our thousands of satisfied customers at Scotland's only dedicated outdoor kit charity shop, take part in our famous Kessock Ferry Swim, or sign up your kids for our holiday camps. There's something for everyone - and all funds raised make our charitable work possible.

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October Holiday Forest Camps

Once again we're partnering with Culduthel Community Woods to offer our popular forest camps during the second week of the holidays.

Wed 9 OctRead more…

Merkinch Welfare Hall

Thriving on social enterprise

Our Chief Exec Johannes discusses how the Kessock Ferry Swim, Gear Hub charity shop & private guiding operations all help to fund our charitable work.

Fri 26 JulRead more…

First Leg of the Swim

The Black Isle Brewery - 2024 Event Sponsor

We are proud to be partnering with the Black Isle Brewery to deliver this year's Kessock Ferry Swim on August the 31st.

Tue 9 JulRead more…

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2024 Holiday Camps

Bookings are now open for our 2024 Holiday Camps, with dates across the school holidays and in-service days, taking place at Dunain Woods and Culduthel Woods.

Mon 29 JanRead more…

Some of our amazing staff team

Staff Training Day

Last weekend we hosted our annual staff training day to freshen up on key skills.

Mon 11 DecRead more…

Highly Commended

Highly Commended at UK Social Enterprise Award

We are delighted to have been named ‘Highly Commended’ in the 'One to Watch' award at the UK Social Enterprise Awards.

Mon 4 DecRead more…

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Àban Shopping Day - Thursday 7th December

Stuck for Christmas gift ideas? Come along to our shopping day at our Merkinch base to browse our extensive range of pre-loved outdoor gear.

Tue 28 NovRead more…

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