Filmed on real jobs around Scotland

Drone imagery, 360° tours and mapping for property, construction and land.

From detailed property tours to aerial film and measured land maps, Fidra Media helps clients see places clearly, present them at their best and understand how they change over time. Based in East Lothian, working across Scotland.

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  • Commercialdrone experience
  • Ground and aerial360° photography
  • Mappingand GIS
  • East Lothianbased, Scotland-wide

See a room change

One room. Four years of progress.

The dining room at Park Hill, recorded across three visits. Compare the bare stone walls of January 2021 with the plaster and insulation of April 2022, and the finished room in April 2025.

The dining room in January 2021: bare stone walls under the garden windows and boards stacked on the floor The same dining room in April 2022: walls plastered, gold cornice up and insulation boards stacked by the window The same dining room in April 2025: green walls, white plaster ceiling, chandelier and long table, with sun through the garden window Jan 2021 Apr 2022 Apr 2025

Three visits, the same room, a clear record of the transformation. Drag the handles to compare the images.

Look around Park Hill

A property best explored in 360°.

Explore the house and grounds through real 360° photography captured at Park Hill, a country estate documented throughout its renovation. Take an aerial view of the estate, step inside as the building work progresses or look around the newly completed pool. Drag to explore each scene and see the property from every angle.

From the air

Inside the house

August 2024: an aerial view of the house and grounds in high summer. Drag to look around.

Each aerial 360° panorama is created by stitching together 35–60 drone photographs. Pinch or scroll to zoom, or switch to full screen for a closer look.

Our services

Three specialist services. One point of contact.

Whether you need to showcase a property, document a construction project or understand a piece of land, we bring the right combination of photography, aerial imagery and mapping to the job. Book an individual service or combine several in one visit. You'll receive a preview of the results before payment.

360° tours for property and construction

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Explore every room. See the whole property.

Give prospective buyers, guests and project stakeholders a better sense of a place with an interactive tour that connects interior spaces with an aerial 360° view. Visitors can explore at their own pace using a phone, tablet or computer, without installing an app.

Still from a 360 tour: a finished lounge with panelling, fireplace and bay window
  • Ground-level 360° photography of principal rooms and outdoor spaces
  • Aerial 360° panoramas showing the property and its surroundings
  • A hosted tour with a shareable link and website embed code
  • Repeat tours from consistent viewpoints to document construction and renovation

Ideal for: estate agents, holiday lets, country houses, venues, builders and renovation projects

Drone photos and film

A wider view of the property, its setting and its surroundings.

Professional aerial photography and film show the relationship between a building, its grounds and the wider landscape. From property marketing to architectural portfolios, we create imagery suited to the purpose of each project.

  • Edited aerial photographs for property listings, websites and print
  • Short films for websites, presentations and social media
  • Wide aerial panoramas of buildings, grounds and surrounding land

Ideal for: architects, estate agents, hotels, landowners and property developers

Construction progress and renovation records

Repeat visits

A clear record of what changes, and when.

Consistent aerial and interior 360° photography creates a visual record of a project from the first stages of work through to completion. Returning to the same viewpoints makes it easier to compare visits and see progress over time.

  • Repeat aerial 360° panoramas from matching viewpoints
  • Interior 360° records at key construction stages, including before walls are closed up
  • Scheduled monthly, quarterly or milestone visits
  • An accessible visual record to share with owners, clients and project teams

Ideal for: builders, developers, self-builders and owners managing renovations from a distance

Mapping, boundaries and GIS

Turn aerial data into practical information about your land.

Drone mapping combines detailed aerial imagery with geographic information to help landowners and professionals understand sites, measure areas and assess features. Outputs can include mapped boundaries, orthomosaic imagery, elevation data and 3D models, depending on the project requirements.

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  • Aerial maps with boundaries, features and areas marked
  • Measured imagery of plots, fields, woodland and estates
  • Elevation data, terrain models and 3D representations
  • GIS-ready files for mapping, analysis and planning workflows

Ideal for: estates, farms, golf courses, care homes, builders, architects and planners

Mapping and GIS

Maps and reports for the land you look after.

A single drone survey can provide a detailed aerial record of a site, with the potential to produce several useful outputs. The right deliverables depend on the land, the questions being asked and how the information will be used. From estate boundaries and field areas to construction sites and golf course features, we tailor mapping outputs to the needs of each client. Based in Gullane, we work with landowners and businesses throughout East Lothian and across Scotland.

Aerial view of a country estate with the boundary, woodland, parkland and an arable field marked as a map overlay Illustrative layout

Boundary and land map

Know what's where. Understand the land you manage.

Aerial imagery provides a clear backdrop for mapped boundaries, land parcels and key features. The resulting map can help owners, land agents and other stakeholders discuss a site using the same visual reference.

  • Boundary
  • Parkland
  • Woodland
  • Arable land
  1. 1The house
  2. 2Main drive
  3. 3Tree flagged for a safety check
  4. 4Field gate on the boundary

Depending on the scope of the project, deliverables can include:

  • Boundary lines reviewed against visible ground features and available reference information
  • Areas for fields, woodland and other land parcels, in hectares and acres
  • Numbered locations for trees, gates, access points and other features requiring attention
  • GIS-compatible files, Google Earth data and a printable PDF

Useful for: estate management, landowners, land agents and property professionals

Mapping outputs are prepared to the agreed specification. Where legal boundary determination or a formal land survey is required, an appropriately qualified surveyor may be needed.

Golf courses

A clearer view of the course, from tee to green. Aerial imagery can support course presentation, maintenance planning and the management of grounds and infrastructure. Services can include hole-by-hole aerial films for marketing and course presentation, aerial course maps for operational reference, and aerial inspections and mapping of trees, bunkers and visible drainage features. Ask about a sample flight over one hole of your course.

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Mapping examples: practical outputs from real projects.

Every site presents different challenges. These examples show how aerial imagery and mapping can help make land, terrain and structures easier to understand.

Aerial panorama of farmland with the estate boundary drawn as a yellow line
Park Hill: the estate boundary marked on an aerial panorama, 2025
Colour-shaded height map of a hillside site, from blue for low ground to red for high
Ground height map from a drone survey
3D model of an old stone tower on a grassy hill
3D model of a stone tower
  • BoundariesAerial imagery with land boundaries clearly marked, helping owners and agents visualise property extents and surrounding land.
  • Measured aerial mapsDetailed, stitched aerial imagery designed to provide a clear view of a site and support measurement where the data and specification are suitable.
  • Elevation and 3D modelsTerrain data, height information and 3D representations to support site assessment, design discussions and planning work.
  • GIS-ready filesOutputs such as GeoTIFF, KML and shapefiles for use in compatible software, including QGIS, ArcGIS and Google Earth.

Discuss your mapping requirements

Who we work with

Specialist imagery and mapping for the people who manage, design and develop places.

Different projects need different information. We tailor the approach and deliverables to the property, site and intended use.

Estates and farms

Aerial imagery, boundary mapping, field and woodland areas, and roof inspections to support land management and property records.

Golf courses

Aerial flyovers, course imagery and mapping of visible features to support presentation and grounds management.

Holiday lets and property sales

Interactive 360° tours and professional aerial imagery that help prospective buyers and guests explore a property before visiting.

Care homes and hotels

Property tours, aerial photography, grounds mapping and visual inspections to support presentation and estate management.

Builders and developers

Repeat photography, construction progress records and site mapping to help communicate changes throughout a project.

Architects and planners

Aerial site imagery, terrain information, 3D models and surrounding context to inform early-stage design and site assessment.

Recent work

Real projects. Real places. Work that speaks for itself.

From remote Highland estates to contemporary architecture, our projects show how aerial photography, film, 360° tours and mapping can bring a place into focus.

Mallaig Mhor, Loch Nevis

Aerial filmPanoramasProperty marketing

An 847-acre coastal croft at the mouth of Loch Nevis, photographed and filmed to support its sale. Captured on a clear winter day, the sequence begins over the water, moves towards the boathouse and ruins, follows the coastline and finishes with a view towards Mallaig. The resulting imagery captures both the character of the property and the scale of its remarkable coastal setting.

Turquoise bay and snow-dusted hills at Mallaig Mhor from the air
Mallaig Mhor bay
Loch Nevis with a steep hill dropping into the water
Loch Nevis
Heather hillside above the shore with a cottage below
The hillside above the shore
Wide aerial panorama of the bay at Mallaig Mhor with snow on the hills
Aerial panorama of the bay, stitched from 13 photographs

Blackford Hill House, Edinburgh

Aerial filmAerial photographyFor Zone Architects

A contemporary family home set on the slopes of Blackford Hill. Designed by Zone Architects, the house places its main living spaces upstairs to make the most of the surrounding views. Aerial photography and film capture the architecture, its setting and its relationship with the wider city, from the house and garden to the Royal Observatory and Arthur's Seat.

Modern three-storey house on Blackford Hill with the Royal Observatory and the Pentland Hills behind
The house with the Royal Observatory behind
Aerial view over south Edinburgh rooftops towards Arthur's Seat, with the new house in the foreground
Looking north towards Arthur's Seat
The house and garden from almost straight above
The house and garden from above

The Beekeeper's House, Roxburgh

Aerial filmAerial photographyFor Zone Architects

A new timber-framed home in the Scottish Borders village of Roxburgh, near Kelso. Set on a steep plot beside the old churchyard, the house steps down the slope and sits within the surrounding village landscape. Aerial imagery reveals the relationship between the building, its terraced garden, the neighbouring properties and the wider setting.

Pale new house with a grey roof on a sloping garden beside a village churchyard
The house and its terraced garden
The house from the lane, with the church and fields behind
The house from the lane
The house from above the churchyard
The property beside the old churchyard

Dornie, near Eilean Donan Castle

Aerial filmPanoramasAerial photography

A property in Dornie, with views across Loch Duich towards Eilean Donan Castle. Spring blossom, open water and the iconic Highland setting provide the backdrop for a series of aerial photographs and film. The imagery captures the property in context, showing the village, the loch and the landscape beyond.

Aerial view over Dornie village and Loch Duich with Eilean Donan Castle on its island
Dornie, with Eilean Donan Castle across the water

Park Hill Estate

Aerial 360° photographyInterior 360° toursProgress recordsBoundary mapping

Park Hill is a country house and estate that we've documented throughout its renovation, beginning in April 2022. Each visit adds to the visual record, combining aerial 360° panoramas, interior tours and photographs to show how the property and grounds evolve. The work now extends to mapping the estate boundary, providing an additional view of the land alongside the photographic record. Park Hill brings several services together in one ongoing project: visual documentation of the property, construction progress and mapping of the land.

Park Hill house behind a large cedar tree
The house and its cedar tree
Park Hill house among trees and open fields
The house and surrounding grounds
High view over the estate fields towards the town
Aerial views across the estate towards the town

Every job can end with a short film.

A different perspective on a remarkable place. Mallaig Mhor, filmed for its sale after a fresh dusting of snow. The sequence moves above the old ruins, out across the bay and towards the cottage, capturing the scale and character of the landscape. Aerial film can be commissioned as a standalone service or alongside photography, 360° tours and mapping.

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How it works

Straightforward from first enquiry to final delivery.

No upfront payment. See a preview before you pay.

  1. Tell us about the project

    Share the location, what you need and your preferred timing. We'll review the requirements and provide a fixed quote, usually within one or two days.

  2. We plan and capture

    We check weather conditions, airspace restrictions and site access before arranging the visit. Photography, filming and mapping are carried out to the agreed scope.

  3. Review a preview

    Within a few days, you'll receive a preview of the tour and photographs, where applicable, so you can review the results before payment.

  4. Approve and receive your files

    Once approved and paid for, your finished work is delivered with the agreed links, embed code, photographs, videos and mapping files.

Frequently asked questions

How do people view a 360° tour?

Tours open in a web browser on a phone, tablet or computer. Visitors can drag to look around, move between viewpoints and explore the property at their own pace. No app is required.

Can we add the tour to our own website?

Yes. We provide a hosted tour link and an embed code, allowing the tour to be incorporated into a compatible website. The hosted link can also be shared by email or through property listings and social media.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Weather and flying conditions are checked before each job. If conditions make the planned flight unsafe or unsuitable, we'll discuss rearranging the visit. The approach depends on the service booked and the conditions at the time.

What do we receive from a mapping project?

Deliverables depend on the requirements agreed at the outset. These may include stitched aerial imagery, mapped boundaries and features, area measurements, elevation data, 3D models and compatible GIS files. We'll confirm the outputs and their intended use before the work begins.

How far do you travel?

We're based in Gullane, East Lothian, and work across Scotland. Travel and any associated costs are confirmed in the quote, based on the location and scope of the project.

The lighthouse in our branding is Fidra, the island just off the East Lothian coast.

About Fidra Media

Local knowledge. Commercial drone experience. A practical approach.

Fidra Media brings together aerial photography, 360° imaging and mapping to help people understand, document and present properties and land.

Our background includes ten years of commercial drone operations across wind turbines, power lines and industrial sites, alongside the production of maps and 3D models from aerial data. That experience informs the way we approach every project, from the planning and capture through to the finished deliverables.

Today, we apply the same attention to detail to homes, estates, construction projects and the wider landscape. From interior 360° tours to aerial film and GIS-ready mapping, each job is planned around what the client needs to see, communicate or understand.

Based in Gullane, East Lothian, we work across Scotland and offer weekend visits by arrangement.

Get a quote

Tell us about your property or project.

Whether you need a 360° tour, aerial photography, construction progress records or a detailed map of your land, we'll help you identify the right approach and provide a clear, fixed price.

Tell us where the property is and what you need. We'll get back to you, usually within one or two days.

ewan@fidramedia.com

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