Posts for May, 2024

Join our guests and one of our local professional Wildlife Guides to look for some of our amazing summer wildlife and flora.
*Bring binoculars and telescopes if you have them.
*Numbers are limited so early booking is advised.
*Come to the Grant Arms Hotel Reception to book your place and get directions to the meeting place.
*Bookings are non-refundable
*Trips are subject to change due to weather and other determining factors

Join our guests and one of our local professional Wildlife Guides on guided walk along part of the Speyside Way looking for some of the amazing wildlife and flora in this area.
*Bring binoculars and telescopes if you have them.
*Numbers are limited so early booking is advised.
*Come to the Grant Arms Hotel Reception to book your place.
*Bookings are non-refundable
*Trips are subject to change due to weather and other determining factors

Join our guests and one of our local professional Wildlife Guides on guided walk through Anagach Woods looking for some of the forest amazing wildlife and flora.
*Bring binoculars and telescopes if you have them.
*Numbers are limited so early booking is advised.
*Come to the Grant Arms Hotel Reception to book your place.
*Bookings are non-refundable
*Trips are subject to change due to weather and other determining factors

This is a half day guided walk for those wishing to explore the Glenmore area and find out a bit about it’s natural and human history.

Purchase tickets for children under 18 HERE, under 5s go free.

You can also enjoy lunch after your walk, with filled rolls, soup, cake, and tea & coffee available to purchase.

DETAILED INFO

IS IT FOR ME?

This is perfect for anyone visiting Glenmore who has a few hours to spare and would like to find out more about our special local area while taking in its beautiful scenery. We’ll mostly be on forest tracks and may head off the beaten path a little bit, but the aim of the walk will be to enjoy spending time in the natural environment so no need to worry about hiking up hills!

Families welcome – please book tickets for under 18s at a reduced rate HERE. Under 5s are free of charge

CONTENT

Glenmore Lodge is surrounded by a stunning landscape, and nestled in a beautiful forest at the foot of the Cairngorms. Join us on a guided walk around our local area and explore what makes it special; from the endangered flora and fauna, to it’s human history.

Find out about:

– The protected Caledonian pine forest’s ancient origins and its more recent renewal
– How reindeer came to live in Glenmore
– The native species of wildlife that call the Cairngorms home
– The people who have lived and worked in the area
– You’ll get to hear about this from a friendly guide, while you explore the forest and enjoy the lovely scenery on offer!

‘Rise, winds of autumn, rise; blow upon the dark heath! Streams of the mountains, roar!’

Join a walk to explore the importance of the oral tradition in the Highlands and learn how everything is connected to our landscapes. Experience Ossian’s bardic tales in their natural environment. Listen to history, tales, and Ossianic poetry, while looking at the scenery that surrounded the bards and storytellers. Think about the concept of Dùthchas, a feeling of belonging, understand, how the Ossianic stories generated a fascination with our Highland landscapes far beyond the Scottish borders and why all these stories still matter, today.

On this walk, you will hear stories and have a chance to share your own. You will also be encouraged to participate in a dialogue about our understanding of landscape, culture, and belonging.

There will be ample opportunities to express your understanding of the land in creative photography.

Children: Children are very welcome to join. Please make sure, they are comfortable with the physical demands of the walk and are accompanied by an adult at all times.

Dogs: Friendly dogs are very welcome on these walks and they will at times be in the company of our Landscape Lore dogs, who usually come along on the adventure (If this poses a problem for you, please get in touch, so we can arrange for a dog-free walk).

Meeting Point: Glen Banchor, Newtonmore. The nearest bus stop is 25minutes walking distance away from the meeting point, or you can access it by bike or car. The exact meeting point will be shared with instructions and a pin on google maps after booking.

Route Description and Accessibility: These walks usually cover approximately 2-4km and an ascent of 100-200m. Parts of the route can be very boggy and there are some short, steep sections. We will walk through the foothills of the Monadhliaths and enjoy the views of hills, glens and valleys.

Please be aware that you will need sturdy footing and footwear, as the paths we take can be uneven, steep and rocky in parts.

At an average fitness level, these walks would take about 1 hour, however, I always plan with some extra time, as we will be taking breaks to chat, take photos and share stories.

In case of severe weather conditions, we reserve the right to change the route of the walk or cancel the event.

What to bring: Please bring waterproof clothing, as well as sturdy shoes, and be aware that sections of the path can be rather boggy. We recommend some additional layers, as the weather in the Highlands can change very quickly and be unpredictable at times.

Please also bring a protective cover for your camera, if needed and some snacks.

‘Rise, winds of autumn, rise; blow upon the dark heath! Streams of the mountains, roar!’

Join a walk to explore the importance of the oral tradition in the Highlands and learn how everything is connected to our landscapes. Experience Ossian’s bardic tales in their natural environment. Listen to history, tales, and Ossianic poetry, while looking at the scenery that surrounded the bards and storytellers. Think about the concept of Dùthchas, a feeling of belonging, understand, how the Ossianic stories generated a fascination with our Highland landscapes far beyond the Scottish borders and why all these stories still matter, today.

On this walk, you will hear stories and have a chance to share your own. You will also be encouraged to participate in a dialogue about our understanding of landscape, culture, and belonging.

There will be ample opportunities to express your understanding of the land in creative photography.

Children: Children are very welcome to join. Please make sure, they are comfortable with the physical demands of the walk and are accompanied by an adult at all times.

Dogs: Friendly dogs are very welcome on these walks and they will likely be in the company of our Landscape Lore dogs, who usually come along on the adventure (If this poses a problem for you, please get in touch, so we can arrange for a dog-free walk).

Meeting Point: Kingussie (accessible by public transport), more details will be provided after booking.

Route Description and Accessibility: These walks usually cover approximately 5-7km and an ascent of 200-300m. We will walk through the foothills of the Monadhliaths and enjoy the views of hills, glens and valleys.

Please be aware that you will need sturdy footing and footwear, as the paths we take can be uneven, steep and rocky in parts.

At an average fitness level, these walks would take about 2 hours, however, I always plan with some extra time, as we will be taking breaks to chat, take photos and share stories.

In case of severe weather conditions, we reserve the right to change the route of the walk or cancel the event.

What to bring: Please bring waterproof clothing, as well as sturdy shoes, and be aware that sections of the path can be rather boggy. We recommend some additional layers, as the weather in the Highlands can change very quickly and be unpredictable at times.

Please also bring a protective cover for your camera, if needed and some snacks.

Encounter the amazing history and wildlife of the beautiful area around Tomintoul on a short to moderate guided walk (2 – 4km) 1.5 – 2 hours. Led by a local expert who will share their local knowledge and expertise to ensure you get the most from your visit to Tomintoul and Glenlivet!

Meet at Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre, The Square, Tomintoul AB37 9ET every Saturday 10am.

Please dress according to the weather, good footwear recommended.

Free but donations to Tomintoul and Glenlivet Development Trust very welcome

Join one of our experienced rangers on a half day walk into the stunning Northern Corries leaving from Cairngorm Mountain. You’ll gain an insight into the landscape and environment and discover amazing views and facts about this wild mountain environment. Walking at a gentle pace you will also stop for lunch with plenty of stops for photographs too.

Experience wellness travel at its finest with our carefully curated active getaway that seamlessly fuse adventure, fitness, and relaxation. Embark on an unforgettable journey toward improved wellbeing in a location that’s nothing short of breath-taking.

Join us on this extraordinary adventure, where the Cairngorms National Park becomes the backdrop for your health and wellness transformation.

Our goal is to challenge you physically and provide the ultimate mental escape in the midst of the stunning Cairngorms National Park.

Nestled within our secluded mountain lodge, the Cairngorms Experience Retreat offers a unique blend of outdoor fitness experiences and wellness adventure holidays. It’s the ideal destination for those seeking health and fitness vacations that transcend the ordinary.

Join Cairngorms Astronomy Club and Tomintoul & Glenlivet Development Trust in The Square, Tomintoul for an all ages telescope moon viewing session. The first quarter moon on the 16th is a great time to view and learn about the moon. We’ll meet at Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre at 43 The Square, Tomintoul.

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!

Toilets are available in the Tomintoul & Glenlivet Discovery Centre.

If the weather isn’t suitable on the day, we’ll endeavour to run an alternative session in the days following.
As we will be outside in April, please dress appropriately for cold and changeable weather. Please also wear appropriate shoes for wet conditions.