Posts for April, 2022

Another classic panto for the school holidays at Macdonald Spey Valley Cinema!

Our hero journeys to London to seek his fortune, accompanied by his faithful cat. But gold soon becomes the least of his worries when he is smitten with Alice Fitzwarren, the Alderman’s daughter, and is confronted with the baddest of all pantomime baddies – King Rat!

Join Dick and the gang as he travels to Siam, then returns to face his greatest challenge yet – becoming Lord Mayor of London!

Annual village gathering of Clubs and groups within Nethy Bridge, promoting ‘what’s on’ throughout the year. Together with village crafts people showcasing their wares there will be a spit roast, tea tent with home baking, musicians, children’s events and activities

Local crafts, stalls, raffle Easter bonnet competition

Following the success of our Easter egg hunt last year, we’re gong to do it again a little earlier this year in aid of the Ukraine appeal.

Come and find all the hidden eggs in the Highland Games Park, and put them on your entry. Every child that enters will receive a handmade chocolate egg – until we run out!! Suggested donation for entering – or whatever you can afford – every single penny of the entry donations will go direct to the Ukraine appeal.

At the end of the weekend one lucky entrant will receive an extra special prize – just in time for Easter!!!

The Pagoda will be hosting an auction of promises, a silent auction of goods and one of the most exciting bottle stalls every to be seen! The lots on offer vary from home made cakes and prosecco afternoon tea to a weekend at the luxurious Moray Lodge for 20 people. Come along and show your support for the people of Ukraine whilst having some family fun. Ticket includes refreshments.

A young Han Solo finds adventure when he joins forces with a gang of galactic smugglers and a 190 year old Wookie named Chewbacca. Indebted to the gangster Dryden Vos, the crew devises a daring plan to travel to the mining planet Kessel to steal a batch of valuable coaxium.

Join us at The Grantown Community Cinema based at Grantown YMCA for some family fun.

A selection of drinks and snacks can be purchased prior to the film, please don’t bring your own. This is a community funded project raising funds for the Grantown YMCA as a community centre for all. Visitors and locals welcome.

Please adhere to current Covid-19 guidelines and follow any instructions or posters within the YMCA building.

Having made a makeshift family, Peter can’t shift his mischievous reputation. He leaves the garden for a new life, but his family risks everything to come looking for him. Peter must figure out what kind of bunny he wants to be.

Join us at The Grantown Community Cinema based at Grantown YMCA for some family fun.

A selection of drinks and snacks can be purchased prior to the film, please don’t bring your own. This is a community funded project raising funds for the Grantown YMCA as a community centre for all. Visitors and locals welcome.

Please adhere to current Covid-19 guidelines and follow any instructions or posters within the YMCA building.

A stunning 10k Trail Run on our magnificent Cairngorm Estate and Deer Farm. Experience rolling hills, the beautiful meandering River Don and more breathtaking scenery you will never forget. This Epic 10k Trail Run is suitable for most abilities and will be sure to put you to the test. With nearly 300m elevation gain you will be heading to the summit of Clachcurr, and traversing the ridge along side our Red Deer Herd, to the otherside of the estate before descending through monument Valley!

Only £28 per person! If you book before February 28th tickets are just £26 per person!! Age 16+, Under 18s must accompanied by a particicpating adult!

Registration Starts at 09:30am and finishes at 10:30am, Ready for an 11:00am Race Start!



Whats Included:


-Electronic Chip Timing!

– 1/2 way Water station

-Fully Marked out route, easy to follow

-Bespoke wooden medals for all who finish

-1st place Stag Trophy!

-First Aid

-Free Parking on site

More Info:

Strathdon Ranch’s Adventure Forest will be available for spectators to use during the race, along with their delicious Wood Fired Pizza Cafe!

Ideal for kids and Families supporting their racer!

There is no Bag drop off for the Race, please leave all valuables in your car.

Please arrive from 9:00am to allow time for you to get registered and ready to set off for an 11:00am start.

Award Ceremony at 1:30pm

Refreshments Available from 9:00am

Woodfired Pizzas Available from 11:00am -3:00pm

Easter Sunday family egg hunt at Loch Insh!