DRYNACHAN
About Drynachan
Set amidst breathtaking Highland scenery, Drynachan delivers an unforgettable sporting experience where exceptional birds, dramatic landscapes and traditional Scottish hospitality combine to create a truly world-class shoot.
Situated on the banks of the River Findhorn, just 30 minutes from Inverness, Drynachan forms part of the historic Cawdor Estate and is widely regarded as one of the UK’s premier driven partridge shoots.
The shooting is renowned for its high, testing partridges, offering an exciting variety of drives across spectacular Highland terrain. Famous drives such as Red Burn, Daless and Peat Road have earned an outstanding reputation amongst experienced guns, providing challenging sport that rivals the very best shooting available anywhere in the world.
Beyond the exceptional sport, Drynachan’s setting is nothing short of remarkable. Rolling hills, sweeping moorland and stunning river views provide an unforgettable backdrop to every day’s shooting.
In keeping with the estate’s traditions, the day’s bag is carefully laid out at the close of shooting, creating the perfect opportunity for teams to gather, reflect on the day’s sport and capture memorable photographs.
Extending across approximately 70,000 acres, the estate incorporates eight grouse beats and 55 lines of butts. Significant investment in recent years has further enhanced the moor, allowing visiting teams to combine driven partridge shooting with exhilarating grouse shooting. For those seeking the ultimate Scottish sporting escape, a mixed programme of partridge and grouse days offers an unrivalled few days of high-quality sport.
Drynachan remains a favourite destination for discerning guns seeking challenging birds, outstanding scenery and the finest traditions of Scottish fieldsports.















