Dr Richard Phillips at Wild Caledonia, an experienced International Mountain Leader with an academic background in geology, will be your guide. He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about the Scottish landscape. The Pentlands offers a great opportunity to get on the hills, explore the geology and learn some navigation and mountain safety tips. It’s set to be a lovely trip.

Thanks to Crystal Rigg Community Fund and Garvald & Morham Community Council, the event is free and spaces prioritized for anyone engaged in psychological therapy to improve their mental well-being and anyone living in Garvald and Morham ward. This event is however open to all to apply. Wider communities are invited to give a donation of whatever they can afford.

If you are interested in taking part then we must receive a completed application.

Applications need to be received at least two weeks prior to the specific activity – please see the links, above. Places are limited so please get your application in as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. You will be contacted shortly before the event to confirm your place, discuss any health concerns you’ve highlighted and explain kit for the day. This is to ensure everyone gets the most from the activity.

Lucys place CIC is a holistic well-being service founded and run by Dr Lucy Abraham, Consultant Clinical Psychologist. It offers private Clinical Psychology and evidence based psychological therapy both face to face in our Haddington clinic or online. These paid for services combined with charity monies fund complementary well-being activities in the outdoors.

Follow us @Lucy’s Place on Facebook or instagram for more information or visit our website at Lucysplace.org.

We hope to see you there.

Lucy