Activities at Turnberry for Young Adults

Turnberry is the ideal playground for young adults. 800 acres of land provides an abudance of thrill seeking activities.  

• Quad Biking
• Horseriding
• Trout Angling
• Salmon Fishing
• Archery
• Falconry Lesson
• Rifle Target Shooting
• Golf Lessons

QUAD BIKING

Depending on levels of ability the quad is either shared with an experienced guide to ensure that the fun is never out of control or you are accompanied by a guide whilst riding your own quad. We've designed an exhilarating obstacle course of traversing logs, crossing water and covering rugged terrain. Tuition, crash hats and overalls are all provided.

£35 per hour. Session can be shared between young adults (sharing one quad).
Ages 10 to 15 will be accompanied by an adult.

HORSE RIDING

Fun exercise, fresh Scottish air and wonderful scenery; these are the ingredients that make horse riding here in Ayrshire so enjoyable. Based at the Turnberry stables, you can choose from a variety of activities including trekking, hacking and beach riding on the rugged West Coast. Indeed, Turnberry's very own beach allows for invigorating rides and breathtaking views.

Recommended rides:

1 ½ hours - £35 per person.
Suitable for beginners and experienced riders, enjoy a hack from the stables through the grounds of the Resort to Turnberry beach.  Once on the beach guests can trot or canter dependant on their experience.

2 hours - £50 per person.
From the stables walk through Maidens to Culzean Country Park for a walk around the grounds and then back to the stables. This ride is not suitable for beginners.

3 ½ hours - £65 per person.
From the stables through Maidens to Culzean.  Walk through the grounds and beyond to Croy beach.  Lunch or refreshments can be ordered for a break at Croy beach (not included in the price of the ride and must be booked in advance). This ride is not suitable for beginners. Last booking is 2pm.

TROUT ANGLING

Few things could be more pleasurable than a day spent on a picturesque Scottish loch. Using either your own rod or one of ours, you can enjoy fishing on our own two and a half acre spring-fed loch, stocked with rainbow and brown trout. Our ghillies will share their impeccable local knowledge and can even help you brush up your technique. The loch is suitable for fly fishing and rainwear is supplied if required. Furthermore, one of Turnberry's chefs would be delighted to cook your catch for dinner.

£50 per person for 2 hours including a ghillie.

SALMON FISHING

We've arranged special access to some of the South West's finest salmon beats. The rivers Doon, Girvan and Stinchar not only offer great fishing, they also happen to boast some of the finest scenery in this part of the world. We can supply all of your tackle and rainwear, provide transport and offer the services of an expert ghillie who will show you the best pools to fish.   Packed lunches can also be supplied and our ghillie will return you, hopefully triumphant, back to the resort. Booking in advance is essential.  

From £80 per person per day. Suitable for experienced fly fishers over the age of 16.
Season applies for this off-site activity.

ARCHERY

One of the oldest sports known to man, archery is exciting and elegant. If you're a beginner, our expert guide will help you get those arrows flying towards their target, if you're an old hand then you'll enjoy fresh challenges here at Turnberry.

£35 per person for 1 hour. Maximum 6 guests

FALCONRY INTRODUCTORY LESSON

Ideal for those who haven't experienced the thrill of falconry before, this introductory lesson provides practical experience in handling and flying a Harris Hawk and Owl. You'll learn fundamental falconry skills, including the falconers knot and discover what the jesses, leash and swivel are for and why our birds are weighed on a daily basis. This lesson also involves casting the bird into nearby woodland and calling it back to the fist for food and includes basic safety techniques and can be taken on an individual or group basis.   In this session we use the beautiful, easy to handle Harris Hawk from Central America and the Arizona desert. However if you prefer to fly owls, we'll give you a day you'll never forget, with a choice of birds including the wonderful Barn Owl and Snowy Owl.

£70 for 1 hour and 30 minutes
Max 5 participants.

RIFLE TARGET SHOOTING

Get to grips with the latest in recoilless, gas operated target rifles in a session conducted by our experienced guides. Aiming at a range of specially designed targets, this is a great introduction to rifle shooting.

£35 per 45 minutes.

GOLF LESSONS

Where better to perfect or start your swing than The Colin Montgomerie Links Golf Academy here at Turnberry. The Academy has a variety of lesson options suitable for all types of golfers, from Pitch & Putt Shortgame Lessons to The Full Monty. For more details on all lessons available at Turnberry please click here.


For further information and to make a reservation please call +44.1655.333.993
or email turnberry.reservations@luxurycollection.com

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