Posts for February, 2023

Scalan was originally the site of a secret Roman Catholic seminary where priests, known as ‘heather priests’ were trained during the 1700s when Catholicism was prohibited.

Join Glenlivet & Inveravon Heritage Ranger Lydia on a guided tour of the site and the mill buildings. In addition to being of historical interest, this beautiful corner of Glenlivet Estate abounds with oystercatchers, curlews, and lapwings in the spring and summer months – be sure to bring your binoculars if you have them.

This event is free but donations are appreciated and go towards the upkeep of the site.

Join us for a walk around Moray’s earliest surviving tower house reputed to have been built for Scotland’s vilest man- Alexander Stewart, the Wolf of Badenoch.

Drumin Castle is an impressive medieval fortification standing on a commanding bluff overlooking the confluence of the River Livet and the River Avon.

Once we get to the castle, you’ll learn a bit about the architecture, history, and the notorious Wolf, whose evil deeds continue to cast a long shadow in Moray’s history.

“Glenlivet it has castles three, Drumin, Blairfindy and Deskie”.

This Heritage Ranger led castle walk will take us to the 16th century tower house of Blairfindy and begins outside the iconic Glenlivet Distillery.

On the walk in we’ll enjoy fantastic views over the glen.

You’ll learn a bit about Glenlivet’s rich history and some whisky history too.

Do you want something fixed? ♻️
Boat of Garten’s Repair Café runs monthly at the Hall and works with volunteers to help fix household items.
Typical repairs include:
💡 Electrical items – e.g. lamps, vacuum cleaners
🧵 Clothing – e.g. jeans, bags, shirts
💻 IT – e.g. PCs, laptops
🧸 General – e.g. toys, ornaments, small furniture
🚲 Bikes – basic bike maintenance
Bring your items to the Repair Café and we’ll try our best to fix it!
If you would like to volunteer, please contact repaircafe@boathall.org.uk
Oh… and there’s a café too – so you can have a cuppa while you wait…

Join us for an introduction to Pictish art and symbol stones.

Grab a bargain – Pop Up Charity Shop in aid of Boat of Garten Community Hall

Date: Friday 26th – Monday 29th May

Time: 12pm-4pm daily

WE NEED YOUR STUFF

Please donate to our Pop Up Shop!

We are hoping that you will have a clear out and let us find your unwanted items a new home.

Please give us your bric a brac and household bits and pieces, quality clothing, outdoor equipment etc. (unlike the auction, we are unable to accept furniture or very large items)

Do you want something fixed? ♻️

Boat of Garten’s Repair Café runs monthly at the Hall and works with volunteers to help fix household items.

Oh… and there’s a café too – so you can have a cuppa while you wait…

You can always pop in for a look to see what it’s all about too!

Do you want something fixed? ♻️

Boat of Garten’s Repair Café runs monthly at the Hall and works with volunteers to help fix household items.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact repaircafe@boathall.org.uk

Oh… and there’s a café too – so you can have a cuppa while you wait…

Due to phenomenal demand Ed Byrne has decided to stick around our lovely area and do a 2nd show with us on Sunday 26th March at 7pm!

If you didnt manage to get tickets for his Saturday show, now is your chance!
A TV household name, in the past year Ed has appeared on Live At The Apollo (Host, BBC), Mock The Week (BBC), The Pilgrimage (BBC), Top Gear (BBC) and QI (BBC).

May contain strong language and adult material!

Join Curlew LIFE for an evening of fascinating talks, nature inspired arts and crafts, and musical tunes to celebrate waders as they return to Strathspey and Badenoch to breed.

Local landowners, authors, politicians and other members of the public with an interest in waders and the wider countryside will be leading the conversations, and everybody is welcome!

Strathspey and Badenoch is currently a hotspot for these ground nesting birds, but even here their future is not secured. This evening will be the perfect opportunity to learn more about the threats these birds face in our area and what opportunities are available for us to support them.

Doors from 6pm, Boathouse Restaurant: Complementary welcome drink and appetisers with wader arts, crafts and posters.

Seats 7pm, Ptarmigan Dome: Presentations and music, with a licensed bar available throughout the evening.
Free, but booking is essential – please email insh@rspb.org.uk to secure your place.

Guests will also be welcome to claim 10% off a meal at the Boathouse Restaurant’s curry night before the event, from 5pm. Please contact them directly to reserve a table.