Based in Scotland on the rugged coastline of East Lothian, 25 miles east of Edinburgh we are a passionate team of adventurers specialising in ethical adverntures including paddle boarding, coasteering, surfing, climbing and mountaineering locally and across Scotland 365 days a year.
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Tucked away in the stunning East Lothian countryside, Ocean Vertical offer a unique base for individuals and groups looking for adventure - locally and across Scotland.
We are located just 40 minutes from Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh at Hedderwick Hill Stables by Dunbar, East Lothian.
Here we offer a private and peaceful base to start your adventures, paddle boarding, coasteering and surfing. We also have a beautiful woodland for axe throwing and archery. And in the colder months we can take you winter hillwalking to the highlands of scotland - including transport and equipment!
We provide highly experienced and professional guides, top of the range equipment and transport to our adventures.
Tailor Made Adventures To Suit All Levels.
Our outdoor professionals are more than happy to assist in creating and planning personal and customized adventures for individuals and groups.
We have a wide range of experience working with clients on land, in the ocean, and in the mountains; from accessible adventure, to more advanced adventure for smaller groups.
We believe in the therapy of nature; that being outside, in the elements, embracing new experiences is inherently good for you.
Our relationship with nature, how much we notice, think about and appreciate our natural surroundings, is a critical factor in supporting good mental health and preventing stress and anxiety.
Things tend to work better when they get unplugged – that includes you, your friends and family!
Our Base
Hedderwick Hill stables is a magnificent Victorian stables building situated in beautiful woodland, 10 minutes walk from the sea, and just 40 minutes from Edinburgh.
Our rejuvenated base is unique and spectacular, offering multiple opportunities for post adventure relaxation, and social get togethers. Facilities include;
A spectacular 100m2 reception space with log burning stove
Separate meeting rooms and break out space.
A secluded landscaped courtyard perfect for entertaining and BBQs.
Changing facilities and toilets.
Excellent broadband.
Incredible local food, drinks, wine tastings and BBQs
Direct access to woodland walks and the beautiful Tyne Estuary.
Lots of parking and easy access from the A1.
Keeping it Local.
We lead multiple adventures within a few miles of our base, and work with local suppliers and producers to offer our clients the most spectacular food, BBQs, drinks and wine tastings at the end of the day at Hedderwick Hill Stables.
Extraordinary experiences connected to Nature