Posts for October, 2024

David Balharry celebrates the John Muir Trust’s 40 years of conservation work, from Ben Nevis to Sandwood Bay. Named after the Scots-born founder of the modern conservation movement, the Trust preserves wild landscapes while advocating for sustainable conservation. Discover their achievements and the exciting future plans to protect the UK’s most iconic wild spaces.

The Magic of Christmas: Ballater Festive Musical Celebration

Get ready for the most magical evening of Christmas Music at The Ballater Golf Club for an unforgettable night of festive cheer and spectacular performances, all for great causes!

Featuring
The Vintage Girls: Ballater’s Favourite Trio
Drew Robertson: Ballater’s New Favourite
Music4U – Lewis & Friends
Sing along to festive classics and holiday hits from Bublé-Sinatra-Wham
Expect a night of Joy, Sparkle and Christmas Magic
Proceeds benefit: The Enhancement Group, OAP’s Christmas Lunch, Music 4U
Tickets £20 Online or at the Ballater Community HUB

Come onto our farm for a magical Christmas experience.

Santa is visiting us on the 14th and 15th of December, he has lost his reindeer and needs to find some animal replacements before Christmas Eve.

Our Alpacas think they are Reindeer, the Donkeys have visted Bethlehem, our Goats have escaped into Candy Lane and the Highland Cows are getting in the festive spirit.

•Santa’a Grotto and gift.

•Hot drinks and Baking stand.

•Kids Crafts.

•Animal Interactions.

•Photo opportunities.

•Toilet and hand washing.

•On-site parking.

Entry is by booking only, so please make sure you have purchased the correct tickets. We are open in time slots, you can arrived anytime within your chosen time slot, but please make sure to leave at the session end time, we need to make the next session as magical as the previous for our next visitors.

There will be opportunities to purchased some carrots and small bags of food for the animals if you wish.

Hot drinks and baked goods will also be available, with the profits from these going to local community groups.

Come and join us at Newtownmore Golf Club for an evening for Bonfire Night Fun.

Bonfire and fireworks at 7pm, and bar and food available at the Club House from 5pm.

Everyone welcome!

Proudly sponsored by Newtonmore Winter Lights Association.

Digging in the archive of the mostly absurd – choosing songs and other items by Joyce Grenfell, Flanders and Swann, and some others. We’re delighted to have the hugely talented Robin Versteeg joining us.

Across mainland Europe, nature is making a dramatic recovery – could Scotland be next?
Join us for a screening of Why Not Scotland?, the compelling story of Flo, a young Scot, as she discovers #rewilding across Europe, prompting her to ponder the potential for a similar revival in Scotland. Open to all.

Join us for our annual New Years Day Dip!

This year we are raising funds for equipment and supplies for our local primary school.

🦌Alvie Primary 🦌

Times –
Arrival and parking from 9.30am
Dip 10.30 am
£10 Entry fee donation

WE ASK PARTICIPANTS TO SIGN UP ONLINE BEFORE 11AM ON 31st DECEMBER

FOOD AND DRINK
The Boathouse Restaurant will be open for Breakfasts and tables will be on a first come first served basis

We will also be offering takeaway breakfast rolls and hot drinks between 10am and 11am

PARKING
Please allow some extra time for parking as this can get quite busy and car share as much as you can!

We are limiting numbers this year to aid parking Please book your slot here online to and please fill your cars to the max!!

Fundraiser for Aviemore and Glenmore Community Trust: Psychic Night

Join us for an evening of mediumship and fundraising in support of the Aviemore and Glenmore Community Trust’s efforts to refurbish the Glenmore Visitor Centre and Cafe, which will soon be under community ownership!

We are thrilled to welcome renowned mediums Karen Collesso and Aisla Russell, who will lead the night with spiritual connections and insights. Whether you’re a believer or simply curious, this promises to be a fascinating and fun night for all.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, 23rd November 2024
Location: Legion Scotland Aviemore
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Event Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Ticket Price: £20 per person (over 18s only)

All proceeds from the event will go directly towards the much-needed refurbishment of the Glenmore Visitor Centre and Cafe, helping us transform it into a welcoming hub for both locals and visitors: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/community-owned-glenmore-visitor-centre

Secure your tickets now and support this important community cause while enjoying an unforgettable evening of mediumship!

Come and find some unique Christmas gifts that have been crafted with love at our annual club craft sale

Join us for a thrilling night of mystery and intrigue at the Kincraig Community Hall. Put on your detective hat and get ready to solve a mysterious crime in a fun and interactive setting. This event promises to keep you on the edge of your seat as you work to guess who did the crime.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to test your sleuthing skills and enjoy an evening of suspense. Grab your friends for a fun night out raising money for our community hall.

Drink Intervals available during the evening