Posts for October, 2026

Come along and enjoy a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of our collections store at Am Fasgadh.

With more than 15,000 objects in the collection, there’s plenty to discover, from everyday items to objects that tell the story of life and work in the Highlands.

The tour begins at 2pm in Am Fasgadh and must be booked in advance. You can book by calling 01349 781650 or emailing highland.folk@highlifehighland.com.

Alternatively, you can book in person at reception when you arrive at the Museum.

The tour is free, although donations are welcome.

Author and actor John D. Burns brings his funny and entertaining one-man show about life in the hills to the heart of the Cairngorms.

In a remote Highland bothy, a weary traveller finds shelter from the storm. In his rucksack he has coal for the fire, candles to ward off the darkness, and a little whisky to bring some cheer. The wanderer invites you into his world.

There are stories of wild places, with near death adventures on ice wreathed cliff faces. Poems about the folk who wander high places. Tales of dark deeds in distant bothies and even a brush with royalty. There is also a little theatre, relating the struggles of working-class folk, fighting to establish their right to wander.

Come and join John, smell the woodsmoke and be transported to a world where all you have is what is packed on your back and the dreams that you follow.

Get ready for spooky fun and wild antics that’ll make your Halloween unforgettable!

The Braemar Castle witch needs your help!

She needs some very brave children to come and collect all the ingredients for her potions.

You will need to go round the castle and complete the fun filled challenges to win the ingredients for the witch.

Ending with a lovely hot chocolate.

A cosy weekend of knitting, wool and Scottish textile heritage. A small women only retreat limited to eight guests.

Step away from the rush of everyday life and spend a cosy winter weekend immersed in wool, warmth, creativity and Scottish tradition.

Enjoy the opportunity to start a new project in the company of fellow crafters
Combine your knitting with gorgeous inspirational surroundings
Yarn included
Accommodation and full board included
Knitting from the North book included
Visit to Auld Mill Alpacas
Visit to Johnsons’ of Elgin
Informal talks with the Crafty Guid Wives of Speyside

Ring in 2027 with the Red Hot Chilli Pipers at Macdonald Aviemore Resort. Kick off the evening with a welcome drink and canapés, setting the perfect tone for the night’s celebrations. Indulge in a sumptuous four-course gourmet feast while enjoying live performances from talented supporting acts ahead of our headliner the Red Hot Chilli Pipers.

Included in ticket price:

Welcome drink and canapes
4 course dinner
Live entertainment
Headline performance from Red Hot Chilli Pipers
Essential Information:

7pm – 2am
£150 per person
Over 12’s only. Full payment at time of booking, non refundable, non transferrable

Come along to our all-age community show for sharing storytelling, music, poetry and art, as we celebrate Bird and Beast. Featuring Bulgarian stories by guest storyteller Nana Tomova, in partnership with the Scottish International Storytelling Festival ‘Go Local’

This year’s Festival explores the rich relationship between storytelling and the natural world through our theme Bird and Beast. Storylands is a place for different kinds of creativity to meet, so the stage remains open to music, poetry, spoken word, performance and whatever else you might bring with you.

Join us for some unforgettable tales and moments that bring us closer to nature, as we follow the trail of footprints and feathers and let our imagination take flight.

Come with something to share, or simply come to listen.

Come along and learn how to spin wool using a drop spindle and try out a spinning wheel with the Crafty Guidwives of Speyside.

Limited spaces available. Email info@braemarcastle.co.uk to book.

Learn how to finger loop weave and lucet to make your own bracelet or snail with the Crafty Guidwives of Speyside!

Activity aimed at primary age children, will last an hour and will include a drink and snack.

Email info@braemarcastle.co.uk to book

Interactive storytelling session with local author Sabine Muir.

Activity aimed at primary age children, will last an hour and will include a drink and snack.

Email info@braemarcastle.co.uk to book

Craft your own halloween dream catcher at Braemar Castle.

Activity aimed at primary age children, will last an hour and will include a drink and snack.

Email info@braemarcastle.co.uk to book