Posts for October, 2024

Ever wondered about the stars and constellations and wanted to find out more?

Guided stargazing sessions in small groups of up to 10 people at Howe of Torbeg in the stunning Cairngorms National Park, with its exceptional dark skies.

Simple & accessible, looking at the stars and learning a bit about them is the perfect way to get away from it all for a few hours, & spend some time in nature.

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Join Cairngorms Connect to get hands on doing practical habitat restoration work.

Help us to block up old, but still active, ditches on a small area of bog woodland in Glenmore Forest, using hand tools and wood. The aim is to hold more water in the peat, slow the loss of water from the site and to benefit the bog vegetation.

Tools and work gloves will be provided, as will instructions so no experience is necessary.

However, please note this is a physically demanding volunteering session, which includes walking roughly 2km to site and moving around on rough and wet ground with drainage ditches.

It is important that all people have equal access to Cairngorms Connect events. We are happy to provide for your requirements, wherever possible eg. BSL interpreters. If you have any accessibility requirements, please get in touch.

All abilities gentle guided sociable walk with local insight, chat and live musical interludes. Leaving from The Grantown Hub – cash and card payments before departure (in aid of fiddler of Strathspey Festival funds).

Discover the hidden secrets of Grantown-on-Spey and its heritage with an expert local guide and musical contributions to lighten the mood and your steps. Meet at The Grantown Hub. Cash or card payment before departure.

Sam reached the summit of Everest at 4.45am on Thursday 18th May 2023, but this was only possible due to extensive and rigorous physical and mental preparations over the previous 2 years. As a Team GB biathlete, an ultra marathon runner and founder of “Fitnessat58” Sam was already in good physical shape, but the rigour of high altitude climbing requires particular preparation – and only those with absolute determination and mental resilience will finally get to stand “on top of the world.”
Sam Cairns stays in Kingussie and leads a hectic life as director of “Fitnessat58” plus also being a co-founder of the successful “The Lunchbox Boys.”
This Talk will take us through the highs and lows of the preparation along with the experience of climb itself – a dramatic and very personal story.

You are invited to celebrate with us!

Nethy Bridge Hogmanay – Torchlight Procession

Join us from 6pm at Lynstock Crescent in Nethy Bridge. We will be piped off by a young local piper at 7pm and create a river of light through the village.

Torches £5 | Hot Chocolate | Mulled Hot Drinks

Cash & Card Accepted

All proceeds to Abernethy Primary School.

Let’s celebrate Laggan Wolftrax 20th anniversary!

Guided rides for a variety of skill levels.
Balance bikes session.
Dig day: come and help or find out what it’s all about.
BBQ all day.
Kids crafts and activities.
And more…

Join us at the Laggan Wolftrax Centre for a day of celebration and learning. Our coaching sessions are perfect for riders of all levels looking to improve their skills on the trails. Whether you’re a beginner looking to start out on a green trail or looking to get faster and smoother on reds and blacks, the experienced coaches will help you reach some of your goals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to ride, learn, and party with us as we mark 20 years of Wolftrax awesomeness. See you there!

There will be 2 sessions, with a mix of groups depending on your preference of riding, morning and afternoon with a 1:6 ratio. Morning 10am – 12 Noon and afternoon1pm – 4pm. These sessions are at a baragain price for the event, so if you have never had any MTB coaching then heres a chance to experience how good it is. Any questions please get in touch – emma.holgate@glenmorelodge.org.uk

“Glenlivet it has castles three, Drumin, Blairfindy and Deskie”. This easy guided 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 stunning views over one of Scotland’s most famous glens. You’ll learn a bit about Glenlivet’s rich history and some whisky history too.

Blairfindy Castle was completed in 1564 by John Gordon. In its heyday Blairfindy was a fine example of a three storey L-plan tower house and even today shows a remarkable degree of preservation. A project to stabilise Blairfindy Castle took place in 2019, funded through the Tomintoul & Glenlivet Landscape Partnership, a programme supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The castle is now open to visitors for the first time in decades and has been specially adapted to encourage nesting birds and pollinators.

Please park at the The Glenlivet Distillery car park. The walk will start from outside the stillhouse under the green signpost marked ‘Blairfindy Castle 1/2 mile’.

FOAM DAYS are back on the 26th and 27th of October! Mark your calendars and tell your friends – this is a ‘must-do’ event for all ages!

Get ready for a foam-tastic time at the Wild Water Coaster! Dust off those waterproofs and wellies because we’re gearing up for some foamy fun you won’t want to miss!

🌟 NEW for 2024: End your day with a bubbly twist at Dinosaur Kingdom with our BUBBLE PARTY! From 12-3 pm on each Foam Day, join us for bubbles, boogieing, and even more family fun!

During our FOAM DAYS, you will also be able to enjoy all our attractions and Spookfest activities. Find out more here 👉 https://bit.ly/SpookfestTicket

Don’t miss out on the ultimate foam and bubble extravaganza!

SPOOKFEST 2024 – FAMILY HALLOWEEN EVENT!

Our favourite autumnal event is just around the corner… SPOOKFEST! 🎃👻 From 5th to 27th October, join us in celebrating all things spooky!

What can you expect? Immersive, wicked Halloween displays-perfect for capturing those unforgettable family photos. Plus, enjoy Halloween-themed activities at key attractions, where ghoulishly great prizes are up for grabs!

We’ve got a fa-BOO-lous lineup of activities you can really sink your fangs into! Start with Glinda’s Golden Broom Hunt, explore Dracula’s Dress-Up Area, brave the Cursed Pumpkin Trail, and enjoy spooky colouring and photo ops.

Here’s what’s happening and where this Spookfest 2024:

🕷️ Spooky Spider Colouring Competition – The Butterfly House
🧹 Glinda’s Golden Broom – Reception Building
🐈‍ Cassandra’s Cat Conundrum – Bamboozeleum
🧛‍♂️ Dracula’s Dress-Up Area – Dinosaur Kingdom
🎃 Cursed Pumpkin Trail – Dinosaur Kingdom

New for 2024, if you don’t mind a fright, dare to enter the three CREEPY CABINS in WICKEDWOOD! 🏚️👻
Find out more about Spookfest 2024 here 👉 https://bit.ly/SpookfestTicket

All attractions and Spookfest activities are included in the ticket price. We’d love for you to join us! Book a day in advance of visiting and save £5 per ticket at www.landmarkpark.co.uk.

Prices *
Adult (15-64yrs) – £31
Child (4-14yrs) – £29
Senior (65yrs+) – £29
Toddler (3yrs) – £14
Super Senior (75yrs+) – FREE
Under 3yrs – FREE
*These are our online prices if you book a day in advance of your visit date.