Posts for March, 2025

The 5th Braemar Mountain Festival returns from the Thursday 5th March – Sunday 9th March 2025.
4 days and over 40 events to choose from!
The festival kicks off with a torchlight procession following the Braemar pipe band to the iconic Games Centre Pavilion for a night of food, drink and music.
From Friday our programme of guided walks, ski, winter skills, mountain bike, wild swimming and trail running sessions commence across the weekend.
Accompanying the activity sessions are a range of workshops which include navigation, photography, star gazing and first aid.
Across the weekend we have a line up of amazing speakers covering a wide range of subjects. Look out for the book signings at some of the talks. Special mention goes to our headline mountaineering speakers – Anna Wells and Adri Brownlee. Adri is a 23year old woman who has climbed all fourteen 8000m peaks in the Himalayas. Only the second Brit to achieve this and the youngest female! Anna is an inspirational mountaineer who completed a winter round of the Munro’s last year.
Not forgetting our Saturday night ceilidh with live music from the Blaeberries and our Best of Kendal film night which wraps up the Festival on the Sunday evening.

💐Treat your Mum this Mother’s day to an Afternoon Tea @ the Rothesay Rooms Sunday 30th March 💐

Reservations essential and spaces are limited, so reserve your table now!

To book, call us on 013397 53816 or drop us an email rothesayroomsbookings@baxterstorey.com or pop in, Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 4pm ⏰📧📞

Not able to make the Sunday? Our Afternoon Teas are served every Wednesday to Sunday 🌸 from 12pm – 2.30pm.

Or for the perfect gift, Vouchers are also available 💐

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, food stalls and tea tent with home baking, musicians, children’s events and activities

Celebrate with us and enjoy something delicious from our special Pancake Day Menu.

Join us this Mother’s Day for a delicious lunch in the Keiller Brasserie. Please email or call to reserve a table or to receive a copy of our special menu.

As part of the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival, join us for a complimentary in-store tasting of Angels’ Nectar Scotch Whisky at the Rothiemurchus Farm Shop.

Inspired by the Angels’ share, the traditional name given to the whisky los to evaporation during maturation, Angels’ Nectar showcase contrasting styles of Scotch Whisky for you to enjoy.

The line up for the tasting will include the Angels’ Nectar Oloroso Sherry Cask Edition, our single malt matured for the duration in former oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 46%, and the Angels’ Nectar Cairngorms 4th Edition, our Speyside single cask bottled in partnership with the Cairngorms Trust to support environmental and community projects in the Cairngorms.

For the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival, join us for an Angels’ Nectar Whisky Dinner at The Wee Puffin in Grantown-on-Spey.

Robert Ransom, founder of Angels’ Nectar Scotch Whisky, will introduce the Angels’ Nectar Original Blended Malt 40%, Angels’ Nectar PX Sherry Cask Edition Single Malt 46% and the Angels’ Nectar Cairngorms 4th Edition Single Cask Speyside Single Malt 46%, to accompany a three course dinner to include the Wee Puffin’s homemade Haggis Balls, Steak Pie (or Vegetarian Casserole) served with chunky chips and vegetables, followed by Sticky Toffee Pudding.

Inspired by the Angels’ share, independent bottler Angels’ Nectar showcase contrasting styles of Scotch Whisky with a series of small batch releases for you to enjoy.

The Wee Puffin is a friendly, family owned restaurant offering wholesome food, with a whisky bar offering seventy-five different whiskies, the majority of which are also available by the bottle.

Over 18s only.

Cash bar and off sales also available.

Please don’t drink and drive. We recommend pre-booking your taxi. If you are driving please contact us in advance and we will arrange a driver’s pack for you.

To Start
Grilled scallops in a shell £13.50
topped with pancetta, caper crumbs & a delicate citrus butter sauce

Main
Chateaubriand for two £80.00
centre cut fillet mignon, served with red wine reduction, dauphinoise potato & a medley of vegetables

Dessert
A pairing of dark & white chocolate mousse £9.50
caramelised macadamias, white chocolate
confetti & mascarpone sorbet

Book now by calling 013398 55858

🌹Happy February Everyone🌹

Why not treat your loved one to an Afternoon Tea @ The Rothesay Rooms for Valentine’s 🤩❣️

Our Afternoon Teas are served Wednesday to Sunday 🌹 from 12pm – 2.30pm, and we will be serving a special Valentine’s Afternoon Tea from Friday 14th – Sunday 16th February🌹

To book yours call us on 013397 53816 or drop us an email rothesayroomsbookings@baxterstorey.com or pop in, Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 4pm ⏰📧📞

#February #valentinesday #afternoontea #spreadlove #rothesayrooms #visitballater #visitscotland #treatyourlovedone

Join us at The Boat Country Inn, Boat of Garten for an evening of indulgence and discovery at the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival. Hosted by the charismatic Hamish Malcolm, also known as The Dram Caddy, this exclusive event brings together the rich flavours of five exquisite Speyside whiskies paired perfectly with artisanal charcuterie.

The Stagecoach number 37 or X37 travels through Boat of Garten.

Settle in for an unforgettable experience as Hamish shares the stories behind each dram, weaving in a delightful golfing theme that adds a unique twist to the evening. From the smooth notes of Tomintoul Single Malt to the bold character of Glen Elgin Fable Piper, each whisky promises to be a highlight of the night.

Indulge your senses, savor the finest Speyside has to offer, and connect with fellow whisky enthusiasts in this intimate celebration of Scotland’s liquid gold.

Book your tickets now spaces are limited!