Dingwall Whisky Distillery Trust was established in 2021 by the founder of GlenWyvis Distillery, John F McKenzie, to put measures in place for the long term management of the land on which the distillery sits.
In 2013 I began progressing the reinstatement of whisky distilling at Dingwall on my farm and GlenWyvis Distillery formed as a farm diversification project.
In June 2023 I will be telling my story of the first 10 years of the project I started and why I chose to sell to a new landlord
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Scroggie Farm, the land on which GlenWyvis Distillery sits, is for sale. This is a unique opportunity to purchase 30 acres of prime farmland and become a landlord.
Although GlenWyvis Distillery was established in 2015, the roots of distilling in the Dingwall area go back to 1690. And in that time, through trials and tribulations, to adventures and risk, the many fascinating stories that paint the evolving picture of how whisky has become ingrained in local history, are now part of folklore. As landowners for the GlenWyvis Distillery we have exciting plans to celebrate this whisky history.
At present, due to planning restrictions and road safety concerns, the distillery is not open to visitors (although virtual tours are available) so we're introducing a Ramblers Path and Wild Camping to let whisky enthusiasts and locals celebrate. We ask both members of the public and distillery not to attempt to access the land (Scroggie Farm land) through the entrance due to these restrictions.
For selected dates throughout the year, the Dingwall Whisky Distillery Trust will encourage visitors to immerse themselves in the local whisky heritage by way of a guided walk.
Along the route, walkers can learn about local whisky folklore while taking in the breathtaking natural environment of fauna and flora (including badgers, pine martens, foxes, deer, red kites, buzzards, pheasants, partridge and farm animals).
Designed by landscape architects Horner + Maclennan, the path will open later this year (days for 2022 to be announced in June).
Unfortunately, as Scroggie Farm is a working farm, with large animals (cattle, bulls, Highland cows) dogs are not permitted at any time.
Providing another way to celebrate the local landscape and encourage visitors to become one with nature we will be permitting wild camping on the land from 2023.
Please make sure you're familiar with the Wild Camping Code. In summary:
As with the ramblers path, dogs will not be permitted at any time.
Dingwall Whisky Distillery Trust
c/o GlenWyvis Farmhouse
Upper Dochcarty
Dingwall
Ross-Shire
IV15 9UF