This weekend has it all; great scenery, great walks and above all great people to enjoy it with! 20th to 22nd June 2025
Visit Oban, the Seafood Capital of Scotland, a fascinating part of Argyll & the Isles with an amazing range of things to eat & drink or see and do.
Nestled on the west coast and surrounded by miles of dramatic shores and beautiful countryside, the seaside town of Oban is a great place for a break. A jumping-off point for ferries to the Hebridean Islands, the port town of Oban offers a picturesque bayside setting.
To fall truly in love with Oban visit their website https://www.oban.org.uk/
Overview
Never tried a Social Circle weekend before? Steve, your host is an expert in bringing together fun, like-minded people just like yourself, so you will feel at home straight away at a Social Circle event. 3 days/2 nights of walking/sightseeing weekend, 20th to 22nd June 2025.
So many options take a ferry to one of the islands, do a whisky distillery tour, hire a bike or go climb Ben Nevis.
Where to start:
Go island hopping, walk in the wilderness, breathe pure air, watch magnificent sunsets and see starry skies that will take your breath away. You’ll also discover incredible wildlife, a rich Highland history and fabulous local food.
Climb Ben Nevis, “a mountain of heaven” at 4,409 ft is the highest mountain on the British Isles.
Known as the "Gateway to the Isles": Oban is a major ferry port, and ferries sail to islands like Lismore, Islay, and Tiree.
Home to Oban Distillery: One of Scotland's oldest distillers of single malt scotch whisky is located in Oban.
Twinned with Laurinburg: Oban is twinned with Laurinburg in North Carolina.
Home to McCaig's Tower: McCaig's Tower was built as a monument to the McCaig family.
Home to Susan Newell: Susan Newell, the last woman to be hanged for capital punishment in Scotland, was from Oban.
Castles, whisky and miles of coastline: Oban, Lorn & the Isles is packed with things to see and do.
Accommodation:
Located on the seafront experience world-class service at the 5 star Oban Youth Hostel. Bang in the city centre with parking. En-suite 4 bed same sex cossy rooms. Offering beautiful sea views and easy access to the town centre.
Book a place and recharge your batteries during a relaxing and revitalising short break. This weekend will improve your health and well-being. By becoming more active you will have a great sense of achievement, more energy, sleep better and reduce your stress levels.
Weekends away are great social occasions and are always more fun as part of a group. It's a great way to meet new people so don't worry if you are coming on your own. We will be car sharing up and down so lifts won't be a problem if needed.
" I joined Social Circle as all my friends had settled down and I was looking to increase my circle of girlfriends. I also felt stuck in a rut and wanted to try new things and enchance my social life. Social Circle has had a positive effect on my life as I have met a group of like minded people and I always look forward to weekends. My social life is always filled with new and exciting acitivities. This is all down to joining Social Circle." Helen, Sale