Posts for December, 2024

The Grantown-on-Spey Triathlon is held in the picturesque capital of Strathspey set in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. The annual event attracts competitors with all levels of experience, but is mainly targeted at novices of all ages competing as individuals or in teams.

Swim
300 metres (15 lengths of a 20 metre pool)
Cycle
16 kilometres (10 miles) circuit round the Grantown Braes through some spectacular Highland scenery
Run
4.8 kilometres (3 miles) through the Anagach Woods

Every Christmas Eve, Santa and his Reindeer come to Newtonmore before they set off on their Round the World journey to deliver presents – why not join us to see him off on his journey! He usually arrives about 20.15 opposite the Glen Hotel and, accompanied by pipers, makes his way to the Highlander Hotel, where they provide some seasonal refreshments before he continues on his way.

Local farmers bring festive cheer as they travel around local villages:
Grantown Showfield 5pm
Cromdale 5.15pm
Nethybridge 5.45pm
Boat of Garten 6.05pm
Carrbridge 6.25pm
Grantown High Street 7pm
Come and give them a wave!

Timings approximate.

Come and support this super community cinema – Paddington In Peru, Lee, Wicked, Gladiator II and The Outrun are all on the line up. Go to the website for full listing.

Boat of Garten’s Hogmanay Ceilidh is back to see in 2025!
Join us and enjoy The Gorachs Ceilidh Band to see in the bells, doors open at 8pm.

* Licenced bar
* Food from Heavy Metal Munchies included in ticket

Limited tickets available on Eventbrite or from the Hall directly.
01479 831123 | info@boathall.org.uk

Join us for a magical evening of dance and Christmas cheer on Aviemore Village Green! Our awesome dancers are ready to light up your night!
📅 Wednesday 18 December
🕕 18:00
📍 Aviemore Village Green
🎟️ Free to Attend – Donations Welcome
Performances by:
🌟 Grade 2 & Grade 3 Modern
🌟 Grade 1 & Grade 2 Ballet
🌟 Monday Junior Hip Hop
🌟 Monday Grade 3/4/5/6 Ballet
🌟 Boys Dance
☕ Hot drinks on sale to keep you warm while you enjoy the show!
Gather your family, friends, and festive spirit for a heartwarming evening filled with dance, lights, and holiday joy.
Let’s celebrate the season together – we can’t wait to see you there! 🎅🎶
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Join us on December 14th and 15th for an unforgettable weekend brimming with holiday cheer. We’ve got festive decorations, Christmas-themed activities, and a special visit from Santa Claus and his reindeer!

Meet Santa and His Real Reindeer!
Get ready to meet Santa and six of his favourite reindeer—yes, real reindeer! Visit Santa’s festive crew between 12 – 3 PM on both days. Enjoy a special meet-and-greet, sleigh ride-by and the chance to see the reindeer being walked.

Discover Our Winter Attractions
Alongside the Christmas festivities, come along and enjoy our winter attractions, including:

Stroll through the Tropical Hot House: A warm escape filled with exotic plants and greenery.
Test your balance skills on NetworX and The Red Squirrel Trail: Adventures for thrill-seekers of all ages.
Encounter life-size dinosaurs: A Jurassic experience you won’t forget.
Challenge your mind in the Bamboozeleum and Wonderwood: Mind-bending fun for curious minds.

St Andrew’s, Aviemore and Alvie and Insh churches invite you to follow the glowing trail as it guides you through Alltnacriche’s grounds, with live action scenes to take you back in time to Jesus’ birth. Join the jostling at the Inn! Come across the wise men reflecting at their evening’s camp site! Discover the shepherds settling down for the night, BEFORE their big fright! And come to the very simple stable.

Hot drinks and mince pies served at the end of the trail.
Free entry, but donations welcome.
Last entry at 5.30 pm

Come along and enjoy a fun one hour class where kids will use existing pre cut stencils or cut their own (with help of accompanying adult) and screen print a wooden Christmas bauble.
This is a fun way for kids to try screen printing and take home a ‘me made’ product that you can keep for years to come that will add a personal touch to your Christmas decorations.

10am registration, run starts at 10.30am.

Join us for a family friendly 2km trail run around the beautiful Abernethy forest!

Entry is £5 per person or £15 per family

Please note that children aged 12 and under should be accompanied by an adult.

All profits will go to Abernethy Primary School Parent Council.