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| The Cairngorm Mountains, the highest
in the UK, dominate the landscape and the River Spey, famous for its salmon, winds its way through
the valley. The area is rich in wildlife including speciality
birds such as Capercaillie, Golden Eagle, Scottish Crossbill
and Crested Tit. At RSPB Loch Garten there's the opportunity
to watch Ospreys (Apr- Aug); Red and Roe Deer can be regularly seen; and even the
more elusive mammals such as Pine Marten and Badger, can sometimes
be glimpsed by those with keen eyesight. There's plenty of activities and attractions within just a few miles: |
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| Walking |
Walk through fantastic pine forests, along
rivers and around many tranquil lochs. Leaflets
are available from Grantown on Spey and Aviemore Tourist Information Centres. There are wonderful
sandy beaches and scenery along the Moray coast at Nairn
and Findhorn. |
| Biking |
Plenty of good routes for all
levels of expertise - easy tracks and more advanced for even
the most proficient rider - bikes available for hire locally. |
| Wildlife Watching |
The Cairngorms and local
areas are home to a wide variety of birds and wildlife which you will see when out walking but for
rarer species, try RSPB Loch Garten for Ospreys and visit Speyside
Wildlife's exclusive hide just outside Aviemore for evening viewings of Pine Martens and
Badgers. |
| Fishing |
Salmon,
Sea Trout and Brown Trout fishing is available on the
River Spey. Day rod licences for Castle Grant beat, Grantown and Kinchurdy Beat, Boat of Garten are available
from the Strathspey
Estate Office. There is a fishing shop in Grantown
on Spey for tackle hire and tuition if required. Loch
fishing permits available in the area. |
| Water
Sports |
All types available on two
nearby lochs where equipment can be hired and tuition
is available- Loch
Insh and Loch
Morlich. |
| Horse
Riding and Pony Trekking |
Horse riding and Pony Trekking available at Carrbridge. Rothiemurchus specialises in hacking and trekking on pedigree Highland Ponies. An incredibly special experience with friendly and skilled guides - a riding experience for all the family, at a pace that suits all levels of experience. |
| Clay
Shooting |
Try this sport at Rothiemurchus, Aviemore - full instruction available. |
| Quad
Trekking |
Exciting and fun - book your
trek at Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre |
| Sleddog
Trekking |
The only Sleddog
Museum in the UK, based in Glenmore Forest,
offering kennel tours and the chance to lead your own
12-dog team on a trek through the woods. |
| Golf |
6 courses within a 15-mile
radius - a golfer's paradise! |
| Winter Sports |
Cairngorm
Mountain and the Lecht both offer winter skiing and snowboarding |
| Swimming |
In Aviemore at two of the larger
hotels plus in Inverness there is a large pool with wave
machine and flumes. |
| Dry Slope
Skiing |
A good taster for the real
thing, available at Glenmore Forest and Loch Insh. |
| Family Rafting |
Enjoy watery fun and games on this beautifully scenic and gentle section of the river Spey - book your trip at Rothiemurchus |
| Rock Climbing |
Fun and enjoyable even for those afraid of heights! Active Spirit use a variety of attractive local venues. |
| Archery |
Learn the basics of how to shoot with a bow and arrow. It’s easy but be warned … it can become very addictive! Available at Rothiemurchus or with Active Spirit
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| Outdoor Activities |
One of the UK's leading outdoor activity centres, based in beautiful Speyside in the Cairngorms National Park, Craggan Outdoors offers one of the widest ranges of outdoor activities available in the Scottish Highlands for groups of 2 to 60+ people. |
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| Visit the following places
of interest: |
| Landmark
Forest Park |
Excitement for
all ages in all weathers - fantastic watercoaster, exhibitions,
viewing tower, tree-top trail, climbing wall and more, |
| Rothiemurchus |
Lots to see and do including
Ranger-led Walks, Land Rover Tours, Outdoor
Sports and Activities - the Visitor Centre will tell you
all you need ot know. |
| The Speyside
Centre |
A multi-award winning
Visitor Centre with a full range of heathers, famous
Clootie Dumpling Restaurant, Gift Shop, Art Gallery,
Heather Exhibition and much more. |
| Highland
Wildlife Park |
Discover Scotland's wildlife
from eagles to wolves and from past to present. |
| Highland
Folk Museum |
Enter the world of the Highlander
at Kingussie. |
| Strathspey
Steam Railway |
A fascinating insight into
the age of steam with 10-mile steam trips through 'Monarch
of the Glen' country. |
| The
Whisky Trail |
Strathspey is famous for its
distilleries so why not visit several during your stay. |
| Cairngorm
Funicular Railway |
Britain's highest and fastest
mountain railway taking you to the Ptarmigan restaurant
at the top with panoramic views, exhibition, shop and
access to winter sports. |
| Castles |
Many to see including Cawdor,
Ballindalloch and Brodie. |
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| Good places to eat ... |
| Clootie Dumpling Restaurant |
The Speyside Centre - although famous
for serving Clootie Dumpling in 21 different ways,
this restaurant offers a wide range from tea/coffee
to main course meals all day. |
| The Garth Hotel |
Grantown on Spey - excellent
restaurant with comprehensive menu and fine wines |
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If you'd like further information
on any of the above please ask.
Aviemore - 14 miles; Carrbridge - 8 miles; Inverness- 31
miles |
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