Posts for November, 2021

On the evening of Wednesday 1st December, we’re hosting local writer, broadcaster, food anthropologist, and neighbour to Rothiemurchus, Ghillie Basan, to launch her new book, ‘A Taste of The Highlands.’

Within ‘A Taste of the Highlands’, Ghillie has created a number of dishes from produce sourced from Rothiemurchus and we are delighted to see these come to life in this beautiful book.

Come along and meet Ghillie over some hot chocolate and roasted chestnuts, pick up a copy of the book and take advantage of the Farm Shop being open late to get some of your Christmas shopping done.

Please do follow the link to our Facebook event page and click ‘going’ if you’d like to come so we can have an idea of attendance and we look forward to welcoming you!

Christmas Fair of local arts and crafts for sale

We have a special visitor coming to us here at Grantown East!
Santa Claus 🎅 will be visiting and setting up a Grotto for children to come and visit and see him and his elves.
Jump on our Polar Express Miniature Railway and enjoy a trip to the Grotto.
🚂🚃🚃🚃 Choo Choo!
After meeting Santa Children will receive a small gift and a magical surprise.
Parents/Guardians may take their own pictures.

Midday till 5pm
Festive cheer for the all family
3 amazing galleries
Art & Craft Xmas fair
Spot the elves!
Local charities
Independent shops offering treats while browsing for the perfect gift
2pm Bring your letter fr Christmas to Santa
4pm Badenoch & Strathspey Pipe Band
4.30 lighting of the Xmas tree
and much more…

A new ‘Festival de Noël’ launches in Braemar this December, with a packed programme of events taking place in the Deeside village from 10th – 12th December.

It promises to be a great weekend of music, food and drink, crafts and even fireworks, and offers a unique Christmas shopping experience without the hassle.

The weekend’s festivities kick off with a retro Christmas disco and buffet dinner at the Highland Games Centre on Friday 10th December.

Saturday will see festive food and drink at St Margaret’s Braemar, before a ‘Celebration of Christmas’ concert featuring the Aberdeen University Chamber Choir, Albyn School Vocal Ensemble and other local musicians.

The village hosts a Christmas Market of local produce and seasonal crafts on Sunday 12th December, before rounding off the weekend with a fireworks display from St Margaret’s at sundown.

More exciting details of Braemar’s new Festival de Noël will be announced in the coming weeks.

The award-winning Nevis Ensemble is Scotland’s one and only Street Orchestra. Since giving its first performance in July 2018, the ensemble has to date given 200 fun, engaging and meaningful performances across Scotland.

Join a chamber ensemble from Nevis’ ranks for a performance of music spanning centuries and genres, including a new commission from Lisa Robertson as part of the Year of Coasts and Waters 20/21.

Join us for an evening with Duncan Chisholm, one of Scotland’s most recognised and accomplished fiddle players and composers. He will be joined by Hamish Napier and Innes Watson.

Our Hogmanay celebrations are back!

Join us for a fun filled evening for all the family.

The evening kicks off with a delicious Scottish themed hot buffet, followed by a family disco and ceilidh dancing then later ring in the New Year on the beach with a fireworks display over the waters of Loch Insh.

Adults £45
Kids £20
50% deposit required at the time of booking.

01540 651394 to book a ticket
restaurant@lochinsh.co.uk


*This year we have chosen Low-Noise Fireworks which are just as impressive but a quieter more environmentally friendly alternative.

Boat of Garten’s famous Christmas Market is back indoors – mostly.
Shop local and support our local businesses, crafters and charities.
The Hall will provide a BBQ, hot and cold drinks, home baking, and some mulled drinks to warm you up.

Works nights out or get together with friends?

We have a fun filled evening starting an optional skate on our artificial ice rink followed by a wonderful 4 course meal and dancing till late.

7pm arrival for 7.30pm Sitting

£45 per person including a welcome drink

£20pp supplement for Bed and Breakfast Rooms. (additional charge if you would like single occupancy)

Alternate Party nights may be available for larger groups Transport can be arranged .

To enquire or book call 01540 651394