This landmark acquisition propels Oxygen Conservation past 50,000 acres under management across the UK, marking a powerful step forward in its mission to Scale Conservation. Formerly owned by BrewDog, the Kinrara Estate is not only home to vast peatlands, native woodland, and sweeping moorlands but also the site of ambitious woodland creation and peatland restoration projects already underway.

Rich Stockdale, CEO, Oxygen Conservation, said: “We’re delighted to be taking forward the next chapter of Kinrara Estate, following BrewDog’s work on ‘The Lost Forest’ – one of Scotland’s most ambitious woodland creation projects.

“They took on a complex, challenging landscape and delivered it to a high standard, from ground preparation to deer fencing and especially the use of locally sourced seed.

“Kinrara offers both scale and ecological improvement opportunities, and we hope to take it into its next chapter whilst continuing the ambitious woodland creation and peatland restoration projects already planned across this landscape.”

Oxygen Conservation’s vision for the Kinrara Estate is characteristically bold. Across nearly 10,000 acres – part of which sits within the Cairngorms National Park – we will deliver landscape-scale restoration that enhances biodiversity and reimagines how people, business, and nature can thrive together. Kinrara offers both the scale and the opportunity for Oxygen Conservation to advance BrewDog’s commitment to woodland creation and peatland restoration, while pioneering new opportunities for green jobs and public access. More than an estate, Kinrara will become a living demonstration of how investment in nature can be both a force for ecological recovery and a driver of long-term prosperity.

“Since we became custodians of this magical slice of the Scottish Highlands, we have worked with partners to restore 745 hectares of peatland and planted over 375 hectares of new woodland,” says Lauren Carrol, Chief Operating Officer, BrewDog.

“We’re proud of all that has been achieved and of the legacy we leave, but the time is right to hand over the reins to an organisation that specialises in protecting and investing in natural capital. Oxygen Conservation will be fantastic stewards of the Kinrara Estate. Their experience in scaling up impact through innovation and community engagement is second to none.”

Mr Stockdale added: “By building on the strong foundations laid by BrewDog and adding our expertise in large-scale restoration and nature-based solutions, we’re confident Kinrara can become a showcase for how people, wildlife, and wild places thrive together.

“Thanks go to James Taylor (CEO) and Lauren Carrol (COO) for their personal involvement in making this deal possible and for trusting Oxygen Conservation with the next chapter of the Kinrara Estate.”

Benny Higgins, chairman of Oxygen Conservation, said: “The acquisition of Kinrara Estate is another important milestone in our Oxygen Conservation journey. Natural Capital is a vital national asset, and one that must be cherished and supported through investment.

“Rich and his team have worked tirelessly to reach this stage. In particular they have recognised the need to demonstrate integrity and transparency in relationships with all stakeholders.”

Chris Winter, director of natural capital at Oxygen Conservation, added: “We would also like to thank key local stakeholders in the Cairngorms who have been incredibly welcoming and supportive - especially through our work at our nearby Dorback Estate – their support has helped give us the confidence and encouragement to reinvest in this extraordinary region.”