The voyage will begin in Oban on Saturday the 18th of May 2024 at 1500hrs
The voyage will end in Mallaig on Friday the 24th of May 2024 at 0900hrs
Artists Adventure Series with Catherine Harvey Jefferson
Oban to Mallaig, a West Coast Journey
6 nights for £1495 per person
Join us onboard Eda Frandsen for a 6-night sailing voyage from Oban and explore your creative potential under the guidance of landscape painter Catherine Harvey Jefferson.
You may know Catherine for epic landscape painting, but she is also a fantastic draughts-person, and her sketchbooks are a hidden gem! We thought it would be fun to get her onboard for a week of recording and reflection, to see the world through her eyes and to share the experience with you all.
Upon departure from Oban, we will begin a voyage under sail around the surrounding waterways, stopping each day to record our findings. The artist's sketchbook is often the first step in their creative journey and one that is not often shared. By the end of the week, you should have a sketchbook brimming with ideas, sketches, patterns and mark-making, to either keep as an artwork in itself or to continue to work from in the future.
Well known as a stunning coastal sailing location, the stretch between Oban and Mallaig is the perfect vantage point for accessing the hidden delights of the West Coast, from the Sound of Mull, around Ardamurchan Point and into the Small Isles. Your 6- night stay onboard will include coastal day-sailing, the chance to go ashore for walks and swims, and we provide a fully inclusive experience where all meals on board are included in the price of your voyage. Our experienced and adaptable chef is happy to cater to your and your party's needs, whilst you learn the ropes or sit back and relax with a book and take in some of the most beautiful and remote locations in Cornwall.
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Where to find us…
Join Eda Frandsen at the entrance to the North pier marina at 1500 hrs where you’ll be met by the crew. Oban is a bustling port and seaside town. It's known as the “Gateway to the Isles”. From the train or bus stations head around the waterfront keeping the sea on your left hand, Eda shall be berthed on the pontoons at the North pier which can be found in front of the Tourist information centre. It can get a little busy so If you are unsure of how to find us or feel a little lost don’t hesitate to give us a call on +447584351932
Travelling to Oban:
There are various ways to travel to the popular holiday town of Oban, the journey by car, bus, plane or train is relatively simple with good transport connections and parking.
By Train
The Train journey to Oban takes you along the world-famous West Highland Line. ScotRail runs trains six times a day from Glasgow Queen Street Station to Oban (two on Sunday). For times and prices visit the Scotrail site. You can also phone National Rail enquiries on 08457 484950 or visit their website, and they have a good app for smartphones. During the main season, the Caledonian Sleeper service offers a FREE coach connection between Crianlarich and Oban station so you can leave Euston, London at 9.15 pm and be in Oban before 9 am the next day! The sleeper service from Crianlarich also connects with the Oban/Glasgow Scotrail service at times when the Oban coach connection is not on offer.
By Road
Oban is easily reached from Central Scotland by taking the A82 which skirts the west side of Loch Lomond. Then either via Tyndrum or follow the A83 over the 'Rest and be Thankful' through Inveraray. Both journeys take between 2 and 3 hours, although you may be tempted to stop several times to admire the scenery.
By Plane
Glasgow is the nearest large airport to Oban and is approximately 90 miles away. There are good links from the airport to the train and bus terminals in the city. Flying to either Glasgow or Edinburgh is easy. Both airports are served by all the major, and many of the minor UK airlines. This provides plenty of flights to choose from with bargain rates. In addition to being busy domestic airports both Glasgow and Edinburgh receive daily scheduled flights from Europe. Glasgow also boasts direct flights to and from the United States and Dubai. You can also fly to Oban directly by private charter flight to Oban Airport at North Connel.
By Bus
There are regular buses from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Fort William to Oban. Bus tickets can be booked through Citylink or West Coast Motors.
By Sea
Oban is a busy ferry port with regular ferries to and from the islands of Mull, Colonsay, Coll, Tiree, Lismore, Barra and South Uist. Many of these ferries also link up with other islands. For more information about the ferries, you can visit the Calmac website.
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Things that we provide that you don’t need to bring with you
Wellington boots. Please let us know if you are smaller than a size UK4 or larger than a UK12
Towels- we now provide towels onboard, but you may want to bring a beach towel for trips ashore.
Guy Cotton heavy-duty waterproofs
Lifejackets, harnesses, and all other safety equipment
First aid equipment
Bedding, bed linen and blankets
Hot water bottles
Sunscreen & Insect repellent
Ginger tea, ginger biscuits and Quell’s tablets for unsettled stomachs
Earplugs (just in case!)
Torches
OS maps
Essentials
4 T-shirts
3 pairs of jeans or trousers
A set of thermals
Two good warm layers, such as fleeces, softshell jackets or thick woollen jumpers.
Woolly hat and a pair of gloves
A Scarf or neck warmer
Warm Socks
One set of pyjamas
Toiletries bag
Suncream
Sunglasses
Camera
Walking Boots/sturdy trainers for walks ashore
A good book
A water bottle to refill and use throughout the trip
Lightweight walking waterproofs if you want them for time ashore.
A phone charger
Optional Extras
Swim shorts/ bathing costume - there is a swimming ladder for morning dips
A sunhat and shorts (keep an eye on the weather and make your call just beforehand)
Sailing gloves for rope handling.
Seasickness tablets
Sailing logbook
Sailing waterproofs if you’d like- we do provide these however you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.
A musical instrument if you play!
Something to drink: we have a bar with wine, beer, gin and whisky on board, but do feel free to bring your own.