Posts for December, 2023

Sponsored by Fred.Olsen Renewables, Cairngorm to Coast (aka C2C) is a 100km* hike and bike challenge that takes place against the backdrop of the magnificent Cairngorm National Park and along the beautiful scenery of the Dava Way. Taking you from the heights of the Highlands to the coast of Moray; it’s the area’s most gruelling but stunning challenge event. heck out our website for full information www.outfitmoray.com/cairngorm-to-coast/

Please make sure you have read and understand the information contained in our Cairngorm to Coast page and have looked through the FAQ page BEFORE you complete your entry form and payment.
(*all distances are approx)

Date: 25th May 2024
Meet Point: Transport departs from Moray Coast Medical Centre, Lossiemouth or The Square, Grantown on Spey

Hike & Bike Depart: 7am sharp
Bike Only Depart: 9am sharp
Finish: by 9pm at Windswept Brewing Co, Lossiemouth

100 places available:
Hike only: 10
Hike & bike: 50
Bike only: 40

The table below shows the different entry levels and corresponding prices, including sponsorship requirements for the Outfit Moray fundraising places. Please note fundraising places are for those raising funds for Outfit Moray only, if you are raising funds for another charity, please use the pay to play places.

Image credit JamesStevens

This is the perfect Tri…to give it a go!

Check out our website for full information – www.try-tri.co.uk

Venue – Craig MacLean Leisure Centre, Grantown on Spey, Cromdale Road, Grantown on Spey, PH26 3HU.

Individual Entries – The triathlon is open to all individuals over the age of 11 on race day (children under 11 may enter as part of a team). Please note that if you are 15 or under you will need to be accompanied by an adult on the bike section due to it being on open roads.

Please also note that if you are 15 and under it is advised that you are accompanied on the run section (it can be by an adult on a mountain bike or running next to you).

Team Relay Entries

Teams of 3: Team relay event is generally for teams of three with each member participating in one discipline.

Teams of 2: It is perfectly feasible to participate in a team of two, or indeed as part of two teams – you will need to work out the logistics to do this though!

Children’s Entries – please see our How to Enter page on our website for information on children’s entries…

Craig MacLean Leisure Centre, Grantown on Spey, Cromdale Road, Grantown on Spey, PH26 3HU.

Individual Entries

The triathlon is open to all individuals over the age of 11 on race day (children under 11 may enter as part of a team). Please note that if you are 15 or under you will need to be accompanied by an adult on the bike section due to it being on open roads.

Please also note that if you are 15 and under it is advised that you are accompanied on the run section (it can be by an adult on a mountain bike or running next to you).

Team Relay Entries

Teams of 3: Team relay event is generally for teams of three with each member participating in one discipline.

Teams of 2: It is perfectly feasible to participate in a team of two, or indeed as part of two teams – you will need to work out the logistics to do this though!

We’re launching this winter’s snowsport season on Saturday 16th of December with a joint film night in Braemar Village hall.

On offer, 3 new freeride films by Faction Skis just released for the 23/24 season.

The evening kicks off at 7pm, so come along and dream a bit of how good your skiing is and how good the season is going to be.

There will be some prize draws and some new Faction skis to check out.

The event is licensed with a choice of refreshments available from the Braemar Brewery Co.

Join us as we ❄️ Welcome Winter ❄️ at this *free annual community event at the Aviemore Ice Rink, located within the Macdonald Aviemore Resort on Friday 15th December from 4pm to 10pm.
We will be celebrating all there is to love about the winter season here in the Cairngorms National Park at our Annual Winter Launch Festival. There will be BBQ, Music, Mulled Wine, Mince Pies, Fire Pit & Smore, Ice Skating and much more!
❄️⛸🏒🥌🏂⛷☃️ 🍔🍷🥧🔥✨
📆 Friday 15th December 2023
⏰ 4pm to 10pm (ice rink open from 1.30pm for ice activities)
📍Aviemore Ice Rink, located within the Macdonald Aviemore Resort
*Free entry event – fundraising activities to support the development of our community ice sports programs and the Aviemore Burnside Playpark Project
Organised and hosted by Aviemore and Glenmore Community Trust

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Brora Rangers FC, Seafield Park, 2pm. (N.B. Note early kick-off time). Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Overflow parking at Burnfield Ave car park. Snack bar, half-time raffle, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces. (Weather permitting – if match in doubt check www.facebook.com/strathspeythistlefc or www.highlandfootballleague.com on matchday).

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Formartine United FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 2pm. Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Overflow parking at Burnfield Ave car park (250m). Snack bar, half-time raffle, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces. (N.B. Weather permitting – if match in doubt check www.facebook.com/strathspeythistlefc or www.highlandfootballleague.com).

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Forres Mechanics FC, Seafield Park, 2pm. (N.B. Note earlier kick-off time). Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Overflow parking at Burnfield Ave car park (250m). Snack bar, half-time raffle, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces. (Note: Weather permitting – if match in doubt, check www.facebook.com/strathspeythistlefc or www.highlandfootballleague.com on matchday).

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Wick Academy FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 8pm. Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Overflow car parking at Burnfield Ave car park (250m). Snack bar, half-time raffle, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces.

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Turriff United FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 2pm (N.B. Note earlier kick-off time). Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Overflow parking at Burnfield Ave car park (250m). Snack bar, half-time raffle, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces.

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Huntly FC, Seafield Park, Grantown-on-Spey, kick-off 8pm. Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Overflow parking at Burnfield Ave car park. Snack bar, half-time raffle, merchandise. Covered wheelchair spaces.