Posts for October, 2024

Join Cairngorms Connect to get hands on doing practical habitat restoration work.

Help us to block up old, but still active, ditches on a small area of bog woodland in Glenmore Forest, using hand tools and wood. The aim is to hold more water in the peat, slow the loss of water from the site and to benefit the bog vegetation.

Tools and work gloves will be provided, as will instructions so no experience is necessary.

However, please note this is a physically demanding volunteering session, which includes walking roughly 2km to site and moving around on rough and wet ground with drainage ditches.

It is important that all people have equal access to Cairngorms Connect events. We are happy to provide for your requirements, wherever possible eg. BSL interpreters. If you have any accessibility requirements, please get in touch.

Step into a world of suspense, intrigue, and elegance at The Boat Country Inn with our exclusive two-night Murder Mystery Weekend, MIND YOUR MANORS. This thrilling experience will transport you to the stately Cluckington Hall, where secrets lurk in every corner, and one unfortunate soul won’t make it through the night. Will you be the one to crack the case?


The Story:

Lord Cluckington has just acquired a stunning piece of art, and tonight, it’s being unveiled at his grand manor home by the artist himself. But as the evening progresses, tension fills the air. Dove, the maid, is brooding in the shadows, and Arthur, the art connoisseur, seems unnervingly preoccupied. Little do they know, a much darker turn of events is about to unfold…

A dead body has been discovered in the master bedroom.

Will you uncover the secrets that led to this dastardly deed? With a colourful cast of characters, hidden motives, and clever clues, it’s up to you to solve this classy upstairs/downstairs mystery.

Themed Dining Experiences: Enjoy delicious, period-appropriate meals that immerse you further into the world of Cluckington Hall. Themed dinners and interactive elements make for an unforgettable experience.
Costume Party & Prizes: Get into the spirit with our optional costume party and dress up as part of the aristocratic elite or the hardworking manor staff. Prizes will be awarded for the best sleuths and best-dressed guests!

Step into a world of suspense, intrigue, and elegance at The Boat Country Inn with our exclusive two-night Murder Mystery Weekend, MIND YOUR MANORS. This thrilling experience will transport you to the stately Cluckington Hall, where secrets lurk in every corner, and one unfortunate soul won’t make it through the night. Will you be the one to crack the case?

The Story:

Lord Cluckington has just acquired a stunning piece of art, and tonight, it’s being unveiled at his grand manor home by the artist himself. But as the evening progresses, tension fills the air. Dove, the maid, is brooding in the shadows, and Arthur, the art connoisseur, seems unnervingly preoccupied. Little do they know, a much darker turn of events is about to unfold…

A dead body has been discovered in the master bedroom.

Will you uncover the secrets that led to this dastardly deed? With a colourful cast of characters, hidden motives, and clever clues, it’s up to you to solve this classy upstairs/downstairs mystery.

Themed Dining Experiences: Enjoy delicious, period-appropriate meals that immerse you further into the world of Cluckington Hall. Themed dinners and interactive elements make for an unforgettable experience.
Costume Party & Prizes: Get into the spirit with our optional costume party and dress up as part of the aristocratic elite or the hardworking manor staff. Prizes will be awarded for the best sleuths and best-dressed guests!

Private Whisky Tasting Experience

Dive into the rich history of Scotland’s whisky tradition with private tasting sessions curated by local experts. Sample rare and exceptional whiskies from nearby distilleries, and learn the art of whisky appreciation in an intimate, guided setting.

Dining: A Feast for the Senses

Savour the best of Scottish cuisine with a wild game dinner featuring locally-sourced venison and other delicacies. Each dish is perfectly paired with whisky selections to enhance the flavours, creating a unique and unforgettable dining experience.

Live music from fabulous talent. Come and join us each evening at 9pm…

Strathspey Railway is once again supporting Marie Curie by serving Light lunch on our 12:45 service on 10th October 2024 with all proceeds going towards Marie Curie Cancer Care.

This exclusive experience includes return train travel with a choice from two freshly made soups and delicious sandwiches, topped off with tea/coffee as you travel along side the River Spey.

There will be an onboard raffle during your journey with us in further support of Marie Curie Cancer Care.

Image credit Andrew Thoirs

Very excited to announce the date of the next Cairngorm Ski Club Ski Sale on Saturday 8th November 2025.

Re-use and recycle…. That’s what we are all about now.

So let’s try and reuse and recycle our out-grown and no longer used snowsports kit. Make some money at the Cairngorm Ski Club Ski Sale and give your kit a new home!

Alternatively, grab yourself an absolute bargain. If you are looking for kids’ kit or some new race kit, it’s a great place to be. Or if you want to pick up a snowboard, some freestyle skis, or choose to “earn your turns” this year with some new touring kit, it’s all there at the CSC Snowsports Sale.

On December 6th 2024, join us at Nethybridge Hotel in the heart of the Scottish Highlands for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and festive cheer. This unique event blends the magic of a Highland Christmas with the vibrant rhythms of Salsa, promising a night to remember.

Arrival from 7.30pm festivities begin at 8:00 pm with a warm welcome, setting the stage for a night of Afro-Latin DJ sets by Karawane, renowned for their captivating performances and infectious energy. Their Latin beats will have you dancing the night away!

The evening also includes Salsa workshops led by the talented James Montgomery, available for all skill levels, including total beginners. Whether you’re stepping onto the dance floor for the first time or looking to refine your technique, James’s expertise will help you dance with confidence and enjoy every moment.

Complimentary welcome drink and nibbles included!

Accommodation packages also available – choose from a single, twin or double room with entry ticket (s) included.

Music and end-of-Summer jollity as we bring down the curtain on another successful Fiddler of Strathspey Festival. Locals and visitors of all ages are most welcome to attend this free event. N.B. Venue Grant Park, but the picnic will transfer to the YMCA (opp. Baptist Church in High St.) if wet.

All abilities gentle guided sociable walk with local insight, chat and live musical interludes. Leaving from The Grantown Hub – cash and card payments before departure (in aid of fiddler of Strathspey Festival funds).