Posts for October, 2023

A virtual journey on the majestic River Spey from source to sea, along the way taking in the beauty and diverse nature but also considering some of the challenges affecting the UK’s most scenic river. In 2000 David created ‘Spirit of the Spey’, a company facilitating Spey canoe journeys of 1 to 5-day duration, staying in hotels, en route. Now an envoy for several Speyside distillers, David offers river journeys which can include whisky experiences ~ with, always, the canoeing first!

Ben will speak about the work and preparations required for going on a 60-day solo expedition to the South Pole, and how it was for him as he skied across 700 miles to reach the Pole through the hostile polar environment.

A Munros walk on the night of every full moon in 2018 during the unusual cycle of 13 that year which only comes round every 20 years. Using the moon names that we have adopted from the Native American tribes, each mountains(s) had to have a link with the relevant name for that month. Added to that was a piece of music and a drink, also with links to the moon name. Alan is an author of the mountain trilogy – Moonwalker, A Mountain Before Breakfast and Mountains of the Moon – which all focus on his night walking habits. He is also author an ebook series, The Moonwalker Chronicles.

Join us for a walk through the Christmas story. 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.

Stick around afterwards for hot drinks and mince pies
Entry is free, but donations are welcome.
Last entry at 6pm.

Clova Half Marathon is a popular race at the end of season.

The course is picturesque and undulating, with weather, which can range from lovely sunshine, sideways rain to ice and snow.

The route starts from the Clova Hotel, taking in a circular route.

Like most races we have a set of sponsors – Run4It, Strathmore Water and Glen Clova Hotel.

From the Community switch on of our hotel Christmas lights, to stunningly dressed Yuletide interiors, carol singers, candlelit concerts and festive foods galore, the 24th of November truly marks the start of the Fife Arms’ Festive celebrations in the Cairngorms.

Join Cairngorms Astronomy Group and Tomintoul & Glenlivet Development Trust for a night of introductory stargazing and star stories during the new moon at Inveraven Church & Pictish Stones. Where do we get our stories of the night sky? What did the Celts see in the night sky? Come along to find out more and have a go trying out our community telescope.

Access to Inveraven Church is off the A95 about half a mile north of the entrance to Ballindalloch Castle, and can be found by following the brown tourist sign directing visitors down the single track road to the Inveraven Pictish Stones.

Parking is available at the bottom of the drive before you arrive at the church or in front of the church building. We will be meeting in the foyer inside the church building before walking up to field above to access the telescope.

As we will be outside, please dress appropriately for cold and changeable weather.

Suggested donation £5 on the night.

Funded by Foundation Scotland from the Dorenell Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund.

Join Cairngorms Astronomy Club and TGDT in The Square, Tomintoul for an all ages telescope moon viewing session. The first quarter moon on the 20th rises mid-morning and sets at midnight so it’s a great time of the month to view and learn about the moon.

The Glenlivet and Tomintoul area is one of the best places in the Cairngorms National Park to discover the wonders of the night sky. Not only does this remote area have stunning dark skies but it also has easy access allowing everyone to enjoy a night sky brimming with stars.

We’ll have the Celestron telescope and a smartphone bracket on the night that will allow you to take the moon home in your pocket!

If the weather isn’t suitable on the day, we’ll run another session on the 21st at the same time.

Suggested donation £5 on the night.

Visit Grantown during the first weekend of December to celebrate Christmas.

Shop in the outdoor Christmas Market, High Street full of independent stores and an art and craft fair at the Museum.

Vote for your favourite Christmas tree at the Christmas Tree Festival – always a very popular activity!

This year the event goes into the early evening when the Christmas lights light up the town.

Come along and see how good an archaeologist you could be!

Meet Saranne, our Ranger in the Pinewood to join in the fun.

There’s a Bronze age Treasure Trail through the Pinewood for you to follow & you can try an exploratory dig in our special sandpit!

There is also a archaeological timeline for you to try your hand at!

No need to book, donations welcome.