Posts for December, 2020

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Keith is a full time musician Singer/Guitarist & DJ. With over 20 years in the music industry. Keith will be playing live in the bar.

With a laid back vibe, Keith uses the latest in loop technology creating his own twist on cover songs. With his own unplugged style of the songs, Keith covers artists from, Ed Sheeran, Alex Claire, Mr Probz, Don Mclean, Frankie Miller, John Denver, Tom Petty, Poison, Imagine Dragons, Passenger, Mumford and Sons, the list goes on.

Our Santa Breaks are truly all about magical times with children, family and friends.

Yes, even grown-ups love what we do. We’ve had to adapt things a little for this year, but we’re making sure it’s just as wonderful.

Santa, Mrs Claus and the Elves will transform our resort into a winter wonderland. Children will visit Santa in his woodland grotto. Real reindeer will arrive. Elves will pop up around every corner. There’s safe activities and entertainment for the whole family. And not forgetting twinkling lights and decorations all around.  

Are we starting to get you in the festive spirit?

Santa Break Highlights
  • Arrive and soak up the festive atmosphere in the resort
  • Visit Santa and his elves at his woodland grotto (children will receive a gift)
  • Visit Santa’s reindeer (yes, the UK’s only free-range reindeer herd!)
  • An extensive entertainment programme packed with activities including a Fire Pit Singalong, I’m An Elf…Get Me Out Of Here! and The Panto School
  • Let the kids have a go on the Elves grass sledges!
  • Unlimited family movie pass (showing Christmas family favourites)
  • Dine around the resort with 3 restaurants / festive inspired menus
  • Full Scottish breakfast every morning
  • Splash fun in the indoor, heated pool with flume

Join us for a magical weekend with a visit to Santa in his grotto, his real reindeer herd arriving and so much more. Don’t miss out.

Join us for a late night shopping event and save 20% off your purchases.

We’ll also have complimentary Prosecco & canapes.

20% discount excludes sale items, alcohol, gift vouchers & hampers.

Showcasing a select range of arts and crafts, Christmas gifts and decorations, by Scottish artists and crafts people.

We will be presenting new artists and crafters this year, in addition to returning favourites from last year.

Mince pies & hot chocolate available.

After a 2020 Covid break the highlands best family friendly cycling event is back for 2021.

This year the route will head out towards Aviemore past the Highland Wildlife Park and Kincraig before riding through Rothiemurchus and then back via Loch Insh, Ruthven Barracks and back to Kingussie for family fun at the finish line.

All proceeds go towards the parent council charity for Kingussie High School. Clubs and other organisations are very welcome to use the event to raise funds for causes close to their own hearts. Fundraising packs are available.

Join the rangers for an evening stroll around the grounds of Mar Lodge, with an opportunity to view inside the Lodge and Stag Ballroom, not normally open to the public.

Booking essential.

Join one of our staff on this meander through our trails looking for the highlights of August. Whether its birds, flora or creepy crawlies there is something to see at the Insh Marshes Reserve.

Join our Ranger to explore the Northern Corries of the Cairngorms.

Enjoying a guided walk on Cairngorm Mountain

This will be a full day walk where you can see the corries up close and the wildlife that survive in these parts of the mountains. You will be walking on a mixture of constructed footpaths and open ground. Collect your tickets from the ticket office at the latest 10.20 am. Meet our ranger in the cafe & leaving 10.30 am promptly and returning by 4 pm.

Arts and Crafts produced in the Cairngorm National Park


Where is this event being held?

The Boat Country Inn, Boat of Garten

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