TRADITIONAL COUNTRYSIDE PURSUITS

 

Private tours of Scotland, bird of prey, archery and fly-fishing experiences. Suitable for solo travellers, families, couples, corporate events and special occasions.

New for 2024: The Scottish Countryman Tours

Let me show you Scotland… Driver-Guided tours of Scotland for 1-4 people

Quick Links to my most popular Experiences

 
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“The whole experience was just brilliant. I can’t recommend The Scottish Countryman enough.”
— on Tripadvisor
 
 
 

I’m Steve Brazendale, The Scottish Countryman

 
 

I’ve got more than 40 years of expertise as a countryman and a passion for teaching people about Scotland’s countryside.

I don’t combine my bookings. Whether you book as a couple, a family or a group, your tour or experience is always just for you.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Do you value tradition and the old ways of living and working?

Do you prize passion for a subject and authentic skills and knowledge from years of practice? Do you love good story-telling and life-enhancing experiences?

If you do, then I think you’ll love what I do.

But don’t take my word for it…

Read my reviews here, on Facebook, Google and Trip Advisor.

 
 
 

Here’s what my clients say about what I do:

 
Click on the arrows at the right hand side to read more reviews

ARCHERY

“Steve was a great teacher and a great pleasure to spend time with. He makes it good fun for all ages and abilities.

All social distancing measures in place so we felt very safe. It is very easy to find and not far outside St Andrews. Wonderful experience and great value for money, and would definitely book again if in the area!”

- Lisa

COMBINED

“Steven is knowledgable and the children easily followed the instructions for the archery with his guidance. This was such a fun activity racing to burst the balloons on the targets!

We all especially enjoyed the falconry. Steven’s knowledge of birds of prey and native birds was excellent, the session with the birds in flight is just a fantastic experience.”

- Scott

COMBINED

“Fantastic afternoon with the Scottish countryman mastering archery and handling some of the birds of prey.

Would highly recommend if you are visiting Fife! Great experience.”

- Jennifer

BIRD OF PREY

“Everything about this from booking to the actual experience has been brilliant. Steve was quick to answer my emails and the actual experience was just amazing. We handled the birds and got to fly them. Steve is so lovely and clearly loves his birds! He was able to give such a great educational experience and made it fun!”

- Ashley

COMBINED

“Fantastic afternoon spent taking part in archery and falconry with the family - great experience for all ages and abilities! Steve was a fantastic host and teacher - very knowledgeable and engaging. All social distancing measures in place so felt totally safe. Highly recommend this experience!”

- Charlie

OWLS

“Had a visit yesterday for my birthday, had a brilliant time and met all the beautiful birds, they are all so well cared for. Got to fly a few, they are amazing especially the Owls and I can't wait to come back again!

Steve knows his stuff! Highly recommend a visit here you will LOVE IT!”

- Shim

ARCHERY

“My husband and I booked the archery experience and what an amazing time we had. Steve was so much fun and we had a great time! He explained a bit about archery and talked us through how the bow and arrow was used and the procedures for sanitising for Covid-19.

We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Steve and this activity. We’d love to come back and do it again.”

- Karyn

BIRD OF PREY

“Probably one of the best few hours I've spent in a long time. So many different birds of prey with a very knowledgeable carer! Steve knows the personalities of the birds and makes sure his audience gets a full and safe experience. Go!”

— Marydoll48.

BIRD OF PREY

“The family took part in the birds of prey experience which everyone loved. So informative and very impressive.

Steve's passion shines through. 5 stars. Thanks for a fabulous day out!”

— Ashley

ARCHERY

“Spent an hour shooting arrows…quite possibly sparked a new interest as I've never touched a bow before in my life but we had a really good time and a good laugh! Great value for money, would happily recommend to anyone wanting to give it a go.”

— Chris

 
 

which experience would you like to try?

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Bird of Prey Experiences

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Archery Experiences

 
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Fly-fishing Experiences

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Workshop Experiences

 

Experiences for mindfulness

Experiences for groups

 
 
“Breathtaking Experience!
We spent an incredible morning with Steve, meeting his birds, hearing about how he looks after them and trains them. Steve was generous, knowledgeable and passionate, with a clear love for the craft of falconry and for his birds. It was an experience I don’t think we four will forget in a long time.”
— from Tripadvisor
 
 

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