Not All Photography Retreats Are Created Equal.
Our reportage workshops are designed to ignite your passions, renew your spirit and unleash your sense of wonder.
At Historic Spean Lodge
Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands Spean Lodge is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty offering an inspiring backdrop for your next photography retreat. This historic lodge, surrounded by lush gardens and ancient trees is steeped in charm and warmth. Inside cozy open fires and elegantly furnished rooms create a welcoming atmosphere that invites relaxation and creativity.
The famous Lagangarbh hut - shot beautifully by @daveadnitt. Wouldn’t fancy having to mow the lawn🤣🏴📸. Come and join us in the autumn at one of our amazing story telling retreats.#glencoe#scottishhighlands#scotlandphotography#discoverscotland#photoretreat
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Same beach. Same horse. But such a different image. Every photograph tells a different story if you slow down and really look. Another lovely moment in the Highlands observed by @suzie.hubbard .Join us in the autumn for one of our story telling photo retreats.#scotland #photography#highlands #speanlodge #photographyretreat
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Salt air,wide skies and Chloe and Mel in full stride. Moments like this are why our guests love our photo reatreats@CHLDressage. Photo by @suzie.hubbard #scotland #scottishhighlands #photography #photoretreat #speanlodge
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The stories are not only the mountains, but the people who carry the traditions of Highland life. What a tender portrait of young Zara by @cabdi_13 on our last retreat. Join us in the Autum and tell the story of the Highlands through your lens. #highlands #scottish #visitscotland#highlandculture#scotlandphotography
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A beautiful capture by Diana G Caballero @cabdi_13 of Glen Coe from our October retreat. Hard to beat mornings like this in the Highlands. The Highlands always have another story to tell, and we look forward being back out there with next month’s group. There are places left in October and November- it’s wonderful, join us ! #glencoe #scottishhighlands #visitscotland#landscapephotography#speanlodge highlandretreats
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#scotland #photoretreat #highlands #speanlodge #photography #scottishhighlands #photos #piper #filmisnotdead #leicaphoto #leicacamera
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October 2025 Highlands Photo Retreat completed!
What an amazing group we had. Photographers from as far afield as the USA Germany London and the Lake District.
One of our retreat members grabs a final frame of a highland piper at Eileann Donan castle.
Why not join us in 2026 for an adventure of a lifetime.
Highlandretreats.uk
Not All Photography Retreats Are Created Equal.
#highlandphotoretreat #photoworkshops #scotland #highlands #highlandphotoworkshops #photography #blackandwhitephotography #reportageworkshop #documentaryworkshop #scottishpiper #piper #bagpipes #eileanndonancastle #silhouette
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The famous Lagangarbh hut - shot beautifully by @daveadnitt. Wouldn’t fancy having to mow the lawn🤣🏴📸. Come and join us in the autumn at one of our amazing story telling retreats.#glencoe#scottishhighlands#scotlandphotography#discoverscotland#photoretreat
Same beach. Same horse. But such a different image. Every photograph tells a different story if you slow down and really look. Another lovely moment in the Highlands observed by @suzie.hubbard .Join us in the autumn for one of our story telling photo retreats.#scotland #photography#highlands #speanlodge #photographyretreat
Salt air,wide skies and Chloe and Mel in full stride. Moments like this are why our guests love our photo reatreats@CHLDressage. Photo by @suzie.hubbard #scotland #scottishhighlands #photography #photoretreat #speanlodge
The stories are not only the mountains, but the people who carry the traditions of Highland life. What a tender portrait of young Zara by @cabdi_13 on our last retreat. Join us in the Autum and tell the story of the Highlands through your lens. #highlands #scottish #visitscotland#highlandculture#scotlandphotography
A beautiful capture by Diana G Caballero @cabdi_13 of Glen Coe from our October retreat. Hard to beat mornings like this in the Highlands. The Highlands always have another story to tell, and we look forward being back out there with next month’s group. There are places left in October and November- it’s wonderful, join us ! #glencoe #scottishhighlands #visitscotland#landscapephotography#speanlodge highlandretreats
#scotland #photoretreat #highlands #speanlodge #photography #scottishhighlands #photos #piper #filmisnotdead #leicaphoto #leicacamera
October 2025 Highlands Photo Retreat completed!
What an amazing group we had. Photographers from as far afield as the USA Germany London and the Lake District.
One of our retreat members grabs a final frame of a highland piper at Eileann Donan castle.
Why not join us in 2026 for an adventure of a lifetime.
Highlandretreats.uk
Not All Photography Retreats Are Created Equal.
#highlandphotoretreat #photoworkshops #scotland #highlands #highlandphotoworkshops #photography #blackandwhitephotography #reportageworkshop #documentaryworkshop #scottishpiper #piper #bagpipes #eileanndonancastle #silhouette
Not All Photography Retreats Are Created Equal
Our retreats are designed to ignite your passions, renew your spirit and unleash your sense of wonder.
At Historic Spean Lodge
Nestled in the heart of the Scottish Highlands Spean Lodge is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty offering an inspiring backdrop for your next photography retreat. This historic lodge, surrounded by lush gardens and ancient trees, is steeped in charm and warmth. Inside, cozy open fires and elegantly furnished rooms create a welcoming atmosphere that invites relaxation and creativity.
The famous Lagangarbh hut - shot beautifully by @daveadnitt. Wouldn’t fancy having to mow the lawn🤣🏴📸. Come and join us in the autumn at one of our amazing story telling retreats.#glencoe#scottishhighlands#scotlandphotography#discoverscotland#photoretreat
Open
Same beach. Same horse. But such a different image. Every photograph tells a different story if you slow down and really look. Another lovely moment in the Highlands observed by @suzie.hubbard .Join us in the autumn for one of our story telling photo retreats.#scotland #photography#highlands #speanlodge #photographyretreat
Open
Salt air,wide skies and Chloe and Mel in full stride. Moments like this are why our guests love our photo reatreats@CHLDressage. Photo by @suzie.hubbard #scotland #scottishhighlands #photography #photoretreat #speanlodge
Open
The stories are not only the mountains, but the people who carry the traditions of Highland life. What a tender portrait of young Zara by @cabdi_13 on our last retreat. Join us in the Autum and tell the story of the Highlands through your lens. #highlands #scottish #visitscotland#highlandculture#scotlandphotography
Open
A beautiful capture by Diana G Caballero @cabdi_13 of Glen Coe from our October retreat. Hard to beat mornings like this in the Highlands. The Highlands always have another story to tell, and we look forward being back out there with next month’s group. There are places left in October and November- it’s wonderful, join us ! #glencoe #scottishhighlands #visitscotland#landscapephotography#speanlodge highlandretreats
Open
#scotland #photoretreat #highlands #speanlodge #photography #scottishhighlands #photos #piper #filmisnotdead #leicaphoto #leicacamera
Open
October 2025 Highlands Photo Retreat completed!
What an amazing group we had. Photographers from as far afield as the USA Germany London and the Lake District.
One of our retreat members grabs a final frame of a highland piper at Eileann Donan castle.
Why not join us in 2026 for an adventure of a lifetime.
Highlandretreats.uk
Not All Photography Retreats Are Created Equal.
#highlandphotoretreat #photoworkshops #scotland #highlands #highlandphotoworkshops #photography #blackandwhitephotography #reportageworkshop #documentaryworkshop #scottishpiper #piper #bagpipes #eileanndonancastle #silhouette
Open
The famous Lagangarbh hut - shot beautifully by @daveadnitt. Wouldn’t fancy having to mow the lawn🤣🏴📸. Come and join us in the autumn at one of our amazing story telling retreats.#glencoe#scottishhighlands#scotlandphotography#discoverscotland#photoretreat
Same beach. Same horse. But such a different image. Every photograph tells a different story if you slow down and really look. Another lovely moment in the Highlands observed by @suzie.hubbard .Join us in the autumn for one of our story telling photo retreats.#scotland #photography#highlands #speanlodge #photographyretreat
Salt air,wide skies and Chloe and Mel in full stride. Moments like this are why our guests love our photo reatreats@CHLDressage. Photo by @suzie.hubbard #scotland #scottishhighlands #photography #photoretreat #speanlodge
The stories are not only the mountains, but the people who carry the traditions of Highland life. What a tender portrait of young Zara by @cabdi_13 on our last retreat. Join us in the Autum and tell the story of the Highlands through your lens. #highlands #scottish #visitscotland#highlandculture#scotlandphotography
A beautiful capture by Diana G Caballero @cabdi_13 of Glen Coe from our October retreat. Hard to beat mornings like this in the Highlands. The Highlands always have another story to tell, and we look forward being back out there with next month’s group. There are places left in October and November- it’s wonderful, join us ! #glencoe #scottishhighlands #visitscotland#landscapephotography#speanlodge highlandretreats
#scotland #photoretreat #highlands #speanlodge #photography #scottishhighlands #photos #piper #filmisnotdead #leicaphoto #leicacamera
October 2025 Highlands Photo Retreat completed!
What an amazing group we had. Photographers from as far afield as the USA Germany London and the Lake District.
One of our retreat members grabs a final frame of a highland piper at Eileann Donan castle.
Why not join us in 2026 for an adventure of a lifetime.
Highlandretreats.uk
Not All Photography Retreats Are Created Equal.
#highlandphotoretreat #photoworkshops #scotland #highlands #highlandphotoworkshops #photography #blackandwhitephotography #reportageworkshop #documentaryworkshop #scottishpiper #piper #bagpipes #eileanndonancastle #silhouette
Reportage Photography Retreats
We believe there is more to a photography workshop in the highlands than visiting stunning landscapes. We prefer to expose you (and your camera) to the vibrant Scottish culture weaved amongst magical backdrops. If you enjoy producing images that you’ll want to hang on your wall when you get back home, enjoy real time tuition both in the field and in the lounge, enjoy exquisite food and fine wine with spellbinding after dinner tales from around the world courtesy of two award winning photojournalists and enjoy the company of like minded others in a luxurious historic dwelling with plenty of laughter to boot, relax and look no further, you’ve just found the escape you have been searching for…….
UPCOMING 2026PAST RETREATS
At Spean
Spean Lodge is an historic and elegantly restored Highland lodge providing a serene setting for meaningful experiences, whether you’re looking to focus on wellness, explore your creativity or simply take time to recharge.
- Peaceful Setting: Situated within pristine Highland scenery, Spean Lodge offers an idyllic environment for mindfulness and relaxation.
- Luxurious Comfort: Elegant rooms, cozy open fires and attentive service provide the perfect backdrop for a restorative stay.
- Nutritious Dining: Enjoy a mouthwatering meal at the end of each day prepared by our chef Jacqueline, made with local ingredients that will leave you nourished and energized.
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Postcards from the Lodge
What to Expect
On a Spean Lodge photo retreat we take care of every detail leaving you to focus on what matters most. From your collection at the train station or airport to our daily excursions, meals, service and support throughout your stay.
Our Highland photography retreats offer more than just a chance to get away. They are an opportunity to create meaningful memories, connect with like-minded people and rediscover what inspires you. Take some time to escape to the Highlands.
Your Host
Paul Hackett, originally from Scotland, is the owner of Spean Lodge. As a photojournalist he worked for the Reuters News Agency and The Sunday Times covering high-profile news events globally.
After years in London, Paul returned to the Highlands to create a space where guests can connect with the landscape, explore their creativity and unwind in a welcoming environment.
