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Our Responsibilities

Beirhope is rurally located in the Kale Valley, within the Cheviot Hills of the Scottish Borders. Being surrounded by five Iron Age forts, Roman roads, Border Reiver trails, magnificent rolling hills and some of the darkest skies in the UK, it has allowed us to develop a successful business around nature, with slow travel and responsible tourism at the forefront of our approach.

 

Our aim is to encourage visitors to Beirhope, both from the local community and the wider market, to get closer to nature; to slow down and immerse themselves in the sights and sounds of the countryside. Encouraging them to take some time out to enjoy the great outdoors, promoting healthy activity and positive mental wellbeing.

 

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LAND PRESERVATION

No sprays or chemicals used on the land

Managed rotational grazing

No dig approach to our gardens

Land Preservation at Beirhope Alpacas
Nature conservation at Aeirhope Alpacas

NATURE CONSERVATION

Dedicated wildlife areas

Reintroduction of native black bees

Scattered bird, bat and owl boxes

ENERGY & WATER SAVING

Eco-friendly facilities

Bucket shower

Eco toilets, composting the waste

Wifi hotspot 

Energy & Water Saving at Beirhope Alpacas
Provenance at Beirhope Alpacas

PROVENANCE 

We breed our own alpacas

Our alpaca fibre is spun at a local mill

Off-cuts used to teach sustainable crafts

Scottish Borders shop local

Our shop products are sourced from local independent businesses and we strive to use local suppliers for all aspects of the business, from print services to business support.

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