Highland Sober Collective

Key Dates & Sessions:

Saturday 26th April - Get to Know Each Other Session
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Café 1668, Inverness
Facilitators: Laura (Highland Wellness Collective) & Caroline Inckle (Studio Constella)
Objective:

Build trust and connection within the group.
Foster open discussions about motivations for sobriety.
Create a mini manifesto for the collective.

10th May - Zine-Making Workshop with Highland Zine Both
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Circus Artspace, Unit 8, Telford Street Retail Park, Carsegate Road, Inverness, IV3 8EX (space donated by Circus Artspace)
Facilitator: Iona from Highland Zine Bothy
Details: Zines are self-published booklets, perfect for sharing creative ideas and uplifting marginalized voices.
Objective:

Engage in DIY creative expression through zine-making.
Celebrate personal stories and build community.

31st May - Water Activities with Blue Space Highland
Time: TBC - 3 hrs plus travel
Location: Royal Findhorn Yacht Club
Facilitators: Moray Kayaking and Paddle Bliss Nairn from Blue Space Highlands
Activity: Sea kayaking & paddle boarding
Objective:

Connect with nature and one another through water-based activities.

14th June - Pottery Painting with Tilly and Roo & Walk Along the Caledonian Canal
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Treehouse, Carsegate Rd, Inverness
Facilitator: Jen from Tilly & Roo
Objective:

Relax, paint pottery, and engage in meaningful conversations.
Walk and connect with nature while sharing insights on sober living.

5th July - Outdoor Art Session with Arts in Nature
Time: 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Inverness Botanic Gardens
Facilitator: Charlotte from Arts in Nature
Objective:

Explore your creative side in nature through outdoor art activities.
Reflect on personal sober journeys while creating in a supportive environment.

19th July - Vision & Planning Session: Shaping Phase Two
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Café 1668, Inverness
Facilitator: Laura - Highland Well-Ness Collective
Objective:

Collaborate with the group to plan for Phase 2.
Discuss and develop ideas for future sober social events.
Help shape the vision for the Sober Collective's future activities.

A Vibrant, Alcohol-Free Community

The Highland Sober Collective is an exciting new initiative designed to bring people together in a supportive, alcohol-free community. Whether you're sober, sober-curious, or simply looking for meaningful social experiences without alcohol, this project provides a welcoming space to connect, create, and explore new ways to socialise.

Get Involved

Phase 1: Building the Core Group (April – August 2025)

Welcome to the Highland Sober Collective! This vibrant and supportive community is for those who are sober-curious or already committed to sober living. Our aim in Phase 1 is to create a strong, engaged group where we can share experiences, co-create, and build a thriving alcohol-free social scene together.

Throughout six engaging and thought-provoking sessions, we will focus on: