Posts for March, 2022

Good Friday, 15th April 2022

Family Curry Quiz and Skating

The beautiful landscape of the Cairngorms National Park has to be experienced, and there are few events that take you on such a breath-taking journey as the Glenlivet 10K!

This April, put on your trainers and stride out for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland at this iconic road race.

You will be joining like-minded people and making friends along the way, at the same time as making sure people with chest, heart and stroke conditions get the support they need to live life to the full.

Set in the stunning landscape of the Glenlivet Crown Estate, the Glenlivet 10K has been nominated as the ‘most beautiful run in Scotland’ in the UK Running Awards.

The spectacular route follows quiet country roads that meander around the River Livet, passing ancient castles and offering amazing views of this secret glen.

The event’s start and finish and all facilities are based at the wonderful Glenlivet Distillery, and the course if suitable for runners and joggers of all abilities.

Join this library partnership event with your local High Life Highland Countryside Ranger Saranne for a story read round the fire, fun activities, games and crafts

Ages 3 -8

We will be going outside so please dress warmly, and all children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
The event is free but donations are always welcome.

Booking Essential

It has been a long wait since our last event, in 2019, and we would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding during what has been a traumatic time for so many people.

The support we have received from runners, sponsors, suppliers and the wider local community has been terrific and, although significant challenges remain, we are excited to be able to confirm that our full programme of races is planned to go ahead over the weekend of April 23-24.

Entries are now open and we would encourage you to sign up as soon as possible as limited places are available as a large number of people have deferred places from 2020 and 2021.

If you have already deferred from a previous year, and have confirmation of this, then you don’t need to take any further action at this point. If your original entry was part of a company block booking you should contact your company regarding a new entry.

We will be continuing with our series of special medals depicting notable landmarks within and around the Balmoral Estate. The 2022 medal will feature Balmoral Castle. So, don’t miss out on the chance to secure one of these limited edition mementoes.

The Grantown Initiative Quiz Night is back! After a long couple of years, we are holding our next quiz night at the Royal British Legion on Saturday, 26th March. Join us, test your knowledge and compete for one of our winner or runner up prizes.

The bar will be open and there are some fabulous prizes to be won at our raffle donated by local businesses. You won’t want to miss the raffle!

Tickets: £5 per person to be purchased on the door from 7.30pm.
Quiz starts at 8pm.
Teams of up to 6 people.

The evening is a fundraising event for the Grantown Initiative and all funds raised will go towards community projects.

Come and join us in Aviemore for food, fun and a fantastic time!

A wide range of stalls showcasing all the best food and drink that the Cairngorms has to offer.

Join us from 11am – 4pm. Grab something hot, a drink or something to take away with you – there’s something to suit everyone’s taste.

Hosted by Craic Events with the keen support of the Aviemore Community Council.

Cairngorm School of Dance pupils are showcasing their talents of dance and drama throughout the day.

Come for a Wildlife Wander with someone from our knowledgeable team to see some of the amazing wildlife that Spring brings to Insh Marshes.

On this leisurely walk see the dainty violet flowers, lush green leaves on the trees and hear a variety of bird species singing their Spring songs.

April is a busy time for breeding birds and many waders call the marshlands home at this time of year, including curlew, lapwing, redshank and snipe. Hopefully we will hear them calling and see them defending their territory.

This tour will follow the Invertromie Trail – some areas may be rough underfoot. It is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies, and we recommend sturdy footwear.

Come and enjoy our Easter Trail around the museum. £1.50per trail, chocolate prize included.

Its BACK!

The Boat of Garten Community Hall’s annual Auction is back and ready for your bids.