What is the minimum age?

Guests must be at least 12 years old; under‑18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible?

Yes — the venue is fully wheelchair accessible and has a large disabled toilet; please confirm accessibility needs in advance.

What’s included in the ticket?

Admission, live traditional music, interactive storytelling and dance demonstrations, and a selection of locally inspired food and drinks are included.

Are additional drinks included?

No — a curated selection is included with the ticket, but extra drinks beyond that are not covered.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Yes — specify dietary needs during booking and the team will adapt dishes where possible.

How do I get there from Inverness?

The venue is a short drive from Inverness; public transport is limited so book a taxi or private transfer for convenience.

Highlander Experience at Bogbain Farm: Ceilidh, Stories & Supper Near Inverness

At Bogbain Farm, just east of Inverness in Scotland’s Highlands, The Highlander Experience: Stories, Songs & Supper is a three‑hour evening that turns a farmhouse hall into a living archive of Gaelic culture. Guests arrive at Bogbain Farm (Bogbain, Inverness IV2 5BD, UK) to a literal and figurative fireside: a room of musicians, storytellers, and long tables laid with locally sourced fare. The show folds food, music, and history into a single, action‑packed evening. Musicians play traditional Gaelic songs and set tunes while a storyteller traces the survival of Highland customs—from clan gatherings to ceilidh dancing—and explains the contested facts and legends around the Battle of Culloden. Hosts invite audience participation; dancing and call‑and‑response singing are optional but contagious. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible and suitable for guests 12 and up, with a moderate activity level and a friendly, rowdy atmosphere rather than formal performance etiquette. What makes the Highlander Experience stand out is its setting and specificity. Unlike a staged tourist showcase, this ceilidh-style event is anchored at a working farm and leans on locally produced ingredients—hearty stews, breads, and a curated selection of drinks—so supper is as much part of the storytelling as the songs. The surrounding landscape—peaty soils, rolling moorland, and the open light characteristic of Inverness-shire—shapes the music and even the menu, giving visitors a direct taste of Highland life. Practicalities matter: check-in is at Bogbain Farm and the event starts promptly; arrive 15 minutes early and bring the QR code in your confirmation email. The experience includes admission, live entertainment, interactive dance demonstrations, and supper; transport and extra drinks are not included. Guests should bring comfortable shoes for dancing and valid ID if they plan to drink. This evening is a strong pick for travelers who want more than a museum visit or a bus tour—people who value sensory immersion: the texture of Gaelic speech, the rhythm of fiddle and bodhrán, and the communal warmth of shared plates. It’s equally well suited to families with older children, couples looking for lively local culture, or small groups wanting a memorable night out near Inverness. Bookings help support local musicians and producers, so your ticket directly sustains the living traditions that keep Highland culture active, not archived. For anyone passing through the Highlands, this is an efficient, joyful way to leave the modern world at the door and step into a night that tastes and sounds of Scotland. Dietary requirements can be accommodated if noted during booking, and performers often tailor stories to the group's makeup. While public transport is limited, the venue is a short drive from Inverness; consider booking a taxi or arranging private transfer. Arrive curious, leave singing. Bring cash for souvenirs too.

About MacGregors Hospitality

MacGregors Hospitality is a hospitality company based in Inverness, Scotland that stages live Highland cultural experiences for visitors to the region. The business offers two curated events: The Highlander Experience: Stories, Songs & Supper (Evening Show) and The Highlander Day Show: Music, Food & Whisky (Day Show).

The Highlander Experience presents Gaelic songs, traditional storytelling and hearty local food in an evening Ceilidh setting. Performers combine live music and narrative to showcase Highland history, dance and community customs, while guests share a warm, authentic supper.

The Highlander Day Show focuses on music, food and Scotch whisky, pairing traditional tunes with authentic dishes and guided insights into cultural symbols such as kilts and bagpipes. The daytime presentation highlights Scottish culinary elements alongside storytelling designed to deepen understanding of regional heritage.

MacGregors Hospitality is featured on The Adventure Collective, and operates in Inverness where guests can access these performances while exploring the Highlands. The company emphasises live performance, communal dining and cultural interpretation to give visitors a direct encounter with Highland traditions.

Shows are presented as staged events that combine music, storytelling and food and are suited to travelers seeking an introduction to Scottish song, dance and whisky culture. MacGregors Hospitality works with local performers and hospitality staff to deliver each experience, maintaining a clear focus on authentic presentation and visitor engagement.

Performances bring together musicians, storytellers and hospitality teams to showcase Gaelic language, Highland lore and social dance traditions in staged formats for visitors and local audiences throughout Inverness city centre.

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