Experience Tartan in the Rebel Region!

Where else in the world could be more perfect for the ultimate tartan experience than with the only mill in the Scottish Highlands....

Our Unique, Truly Highland, Rebellious Experiences

Welcome Travel Partners to Prickly Thistle – 

the home of rewilding tartan , from the only mill on the mainland Scottish Highland region.

Our story started in 2018, where our journey began from building a mill from a blank canvas. This soon progressed and before we knew it, we had started to design clothing for celebrities, global luxury brands and appeared on several TV shows.

We have designed tartans for - Sam Heughan from Outlander; Fendi; Cabot International Golf; Tomatin Distillery, Inverness Castle and The Witches of Scotland to name a few. However most our community near and far who have supported us on this journey are at the core of our business and we weave stunning tartans for our 'clan'. Which you will see available in our store 

We did pop up shops from Chelsea to Kyle and back again. Fast forwarding quite an adventure, our fantastic flagship store - Rebel Row opened in 2024 in the heart of the Highland capital, Inverness, This quickly became a hub for all things creative, fun and fascinating, for both locals and visitors.

And although we’re naturally a humble bunch, we have to tell you: when people visit, they’re forever telling us how much they love the whole experience. We’re fun, knowledgeable, and we genuinely get to know you— tailoring your time with us to the unique person you are.

Rather than keeping our skills and stories under our hats, we want to share the message, and the tartan! We invite you to come and learn more, and take part in a variety of experiences, developed through our journey together. 

In 2026, we have a BRAND NEW selection of bookable experiences for your clients. These include talks, weaving, designing your own tartan -  many are exclusive for trade.

We’re also wonderfully open to special requests. If your clients are looking for exclusivity, bespoke add-ons, or a little something extra — from champagne welcomes to a taste of the highlands — we’ll always do our very best to say “yes”. Think of it as your wish becoming our next exciting challenge, and one we’ll take on with enthusiasm.

All enquires can also be emailed to Susan our dedicated travel partner rebel. She can be contacted via the email below.

susan@pricklythistlescotland.com

The Untold Story of Tartan - Talk

How Accurate are Clan Tartans? Is the Kilt really a Kilt?

£20 PP - 1 Hour

Info Here

The Unknown Highland Heroines - Talk

Forgotten Women. Accused Witches. Modern Rebels.

£20 PP - 1 Hour

Info Here

Weave a Piece of Prickly Tartan - Workshop

Learn the art of weaving tartan in the Highlands

£85 PP - 3 Hours

Info Here

Design Your Own Tartan - Workshop

A Truly Unique Experience to the whole of Scotland!

From £350 PP

Info Here

VIP Behind The Scenes Mill Your

Visit our Weaving Mill for an exclusive tour.

From £50 PP

Info Here

VIP Personal Shopping Experience

Visit our flagship and experience the made to measure service!

From £50 PP

Info Here

FAQ's

 

 

 

 

FAQ's


1. Group Bookings

Bringing a group? Lovely! Just tell us how many people are coming along, and we’ll happily get things organised to make your experience memorable 


2. Experience Deposits

To make your booking official, we ask for a 25% non-refundable deposit. It keeps everything secure on both sides. We’ll send an invoice, and if you can settle it within five working days, we’ll be ready to roll.


3. Notice

Need to book something soon? We’ll do our best to make it happen—though we can’t promise miracles every time. Ideally, we like at least 14 days’ notice so we can line up our fabulous team and make things wonderful.


4. Custom Requests

Got a special idea or something a bit different in mind? Please do ask. We love a challenge and adore creating experiences that feel thoughtful, surprising and memorable—something your guests will talk about long after the day is done.


 

OUR LOCATIONS

We can host experiences at our store, our mill, The Highland Hotel (city centre based venue) or we can come to you!

Where is the Rebel Row store located?

You can find us on What 3 Words - and just checkout the ever so relevant 3 words for our location, who knew! https://w3w.co/voice.moved.pink


Where is the mill located?
You can find us on What 3 Words - and just checkout the ever so relevant 3 words for our location, who knew! https://w3w.co/stands.riskiest.nothing


 

The Bad-Ass Story of our Existence

Where did it all begin, the why then, the why now and the future of why not?

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