Posts for June, 2026

What gorge walking with us is really like:

A gorge walk is a guided exploration of a rocky river channel – scrambling over boulders, weaving through rocky steps, sliding down natural chutes and wading or swimming through pools.

We start at our centre near Grantown-on-Spey, where you’ll meet your instructor, get changed and kitted up in wetsuits, helmets and buoyancy aids. From there, it’s a short 15-minute drive in your own vehicle to the gorge.

Once at the gorge, your guide will give a clear safety brief, explain how the session works and then lead the group, choosing lines to match water levels, weather and group confidence. You’ll move as one group, with plenty of time to rest, watch others and decide which features you’d like to try.

After the session you’ll get changed by the riverside – simple and outdoorsy rather than fancy – and then head back to the centre. At weekends, our café is open so you can warm up with a hot drink and something to eat, and there’s frisbee golf on-site if you’ve still got energy to burn.

Please note: You will need to drive from our centre to the gorge in your own vehicle – please contact us if this is not possible.

Lace up your trainers for a truly wild run! Take on a unique 5K fun run (or 2.5K option for little adventurers) through the grounds of Highland Wildlife Park, where you’ll run past some incredible wildlife including snow leopards, tigers and monkeys. Every stride supports our mission to connect people with nature while enjoying an unforgettable day outdoors.

Please note, advance booking is essential for those taking part. Spectators can book in advance or pay on arrival.

Orienteering event around Aviemore. Use your course map to find the controls. Good fun for locals and visitors.
Two course options – one around 5km and one around 3km. Families welcome. All children under 16 must be accompanied on their course.
Some getting started support for newcomers / returners.
Pre-enter to guarantee a map. Some limited entry on the day available.

Breedon Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Fraserburgh FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 8pm (gates open 6.30pm). Parking (own risk) at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Overflow parking at Burnfield Avenue car park. Snack bar serving hot and cold food. Merchandise. Raffle drawn at half-time. Mackellar Suite open 6.45pm (adults 18+ who have paid admission at the main gate).

Breedon Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Turriff Utd. FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 3pm (gates open approx.1.15pm). Parking (own risk) at ground and overflow parking at Burnfield Avenue car park. Ten minutes on foot from town centre. Snack bar serves hot and cold food. Merchandise. Raffle drawn at half-time. Mackellar Suite open from 1.30pm (adults 18+ who have paid admission at main gate).

Scottish League Orienteering event with full range of courses.

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Clachnacuddin FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 8pm. Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Ten minutes on foot from town centre. Snack bar serving hot and cold snacks. Mackellar Suite open for beverages from 6.30pm approx. (Adults 18+ who have bought hospitality or paid match admission). Half-time £50 raffle. Merchandise from club shop. N.B. Match is “weather permitting” – check all social media for updates.

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Wick Academy FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 2pm (Note early kick-off). Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Ten minutes on foot from town centre. Snack bar serving hot and cold snacks. Mackellar Suite open for beverages (Adults 18+ who have paid match admission) from 12.30pm. Half-time £50 raffle. Merchandise from club shop. N.B. Match is “weather permitting” – check all social media for updates.

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Fraserburgh FC, Seafield Park kick-off 2pm (note early kick-off time). Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Ten minutes on foot from town centre. Snack bar serving hot and cold snacks. Mackellar Suite open for beverages from 12.30pm (Adults 18+ who have bought hospitality or paid match admission) Half-time £50 raffle. Merchandise from club shop. N.B. Match is “weather permitting” – check all social media for updates.

Highland League: Strathspey Thistle FC v Buckie Thistle FC, Seafield Park, kick-off 8pm. Parking at ground and at Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club, by their kind permission. Ten minutes on foot from town centre. Snack bar serving hot and cold snacks. Mackellar Suite open for beverages (Adults 18+ who have paid match admission) from 6.30pm approx.. Half-time £50 raffle. Merchandise from club shop. N.B. Match is “weather permitting” – check all social media for updates.