What's On in the Cairngorms December 2016

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elcome to the Cairngorms National Park and the December edition of What’s On, the free events guide.

To help you make the most of your time here we’ve put together an essential guide packed with what’s happening in the area. We’ve got some great ideas for things to do, places to see, where to eat and drink, and places to stay.

December is a magical time of year to visit the Cairngorms National Park. Take the kids to see Santa play the bagpipes at Blair Castle or watch him feed the animals at the Highland Wildlife Park.

Get into the festive spirit; visit one of the pantomimes in Aviemore or Braemar.

Christmas shopping is made easy with local Craft Fairs happening in Grantown on Spey, Nethy Bridge and Aviemore.

Put on your dancing shoes and party the night away to live music at various locations across the Park. Finally bring in the New Year with the Torchlight procession in Nethy Bridge or join a Hogmanay Ceilidh in Aviemore, Ballater or Boat of Garten.

The What’s On team wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

The Cairngorms National Park has something for everyone.

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ou are in an all year round destination with lots going on.

Use the listings to plan your fun! The Events of Interest list outlines exhibitions and events of interest over more than one day, the Calendar section gives you a day by day list of events and Day by Day shows regular events. For more information on all the events below please refer to www.visitcairngorms.com/whatson

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3rd November-4th December (not Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday’s)

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Firwood, Tulloch Road, Nethy Bridge.

11am-4pm. T: 01479 821601. janet.taylor77@btinternet.com

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Craft Fair Iona Gallery, Kingussie. 10am-4pm.

T: 01540 662900. www.ionagallery.co.uk

3rd-4th, 10th-11th, 17th-18th, 24th, 26th, 28th, 30th December, 1st, 3rd January Cinderella Pantomime Macdonald Aviemore Resort. 2-4pm.

T: 03448 799152 MAKE SURE

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Wednesday 30th November St Andrews Night Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

6-11.45pm. T: 01479 810233. www.cairngorm.com

Thursday 1st December Christmas Fabric Wreath Workshop Grantown Museum and Heritage Centre, Burnfield Avenue, Grantown on Spey. Booking essential. 7-9pm.

T: 01479 821762.

F Illustrated Talk: The l Wildlife of the Angus Glens & The Ranger’s Role Forfar Loch Country Park Visitor Centre, Kirriemuir. 7-9pm.

T: 01575 550233.

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Winter Cookery (Mondays) Kingussie High School. 6.30-9pm.

T: 01540 662420. www.clp-online.net

St Andrew’s Celebration St Andrews Church, Braemar.

6.30pm. www.braemarbuzzard.org.uk St Andrew’s Celebration Boat of Garten Community Hall, Craigie Avenue, Boat of Garten.

7.30-10.30pm. T: 01479 831768.

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Live Music ‘Not Just Fiddlypish’ Glenbuchat Hall, Strathdon.

7.30-11.30pm. www.facebook.com/GlenbuchatHall

Saturday 3rd December Blair Atholl Christmas Light Switch On Blair Atholl Village Hall. Time to be confirmed. T: 01796 474130. www.blairatholl.org.uk Mince Pie Specials at The Strathspey Railway Aviemore Station. Booking essential.

T: 01479 810725. www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk F Hands On Conservation l Glen Tanar Visitor Centre, Ballater. 10am-4pm.

T: 013398 86072.

The Pagoda Christmas Market The Pagoda, Seafield Avenue, Grantown on Spey. 10am-4pm.

T: 01479 873877. www.thepagoda.scot F Aviemore Primary l School Parent Council Christmas Fair Aviemore Primary School.

10am-12pm. T: 01479 813120.

F Christmas Fayre & l Festive Pancake Brunch Grantown YMCA Community Centre, Grantown on Spey.

10.30am-2.30pm.

T: 01479 872262.

Strathspey Thistle v Keith Highland League Football Match Seafield Park, Heathfield Road, Grantown on Spey. 3pm. www.strathspeythistlefc.co.uk F l

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Live Music with Cam Penner & John Wood Glenbuchat Bothy, Strathdon. www.facebook.com/GlenbuchatHall F Kingussie Christmas l Fun Day Throughout Kingussie. www.kingussie.co.uk Blair Atholl Christmas Market Blair Atholl Village Hall.

12-3pm. T: 01796 474130. www.blairatholl.org.uk F Laggan Heritage Talk l

- Maureen Hammond: Laggan Fabrics of the 18th Century Laggan Hall. 2pm.

T: 01528 544722.

Live Music with Tweed Tipsy Laird, Kingussie. 5pm.

T: 01540 661708.

Monday 5th December Winter Cookery (Mondays) Kingussie High School.

6.30-9pm. T: 01540 662420. www.clp-online.net Talk: Our Little Piece of Planet Earth Boat of Garten Community Hall.

7.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 831123. www.facebook.com/ BoatofGartenCommunityHall

Tuesday 6th December Community Lunch Boat of Garten Community Hall.

12.30-1.30pm. T: 01479 831123. www.boatofgarten.com

Monday 12th December

Wednesday 7th December Badger Watch Nethy Bridge. 4pm. Booking essential. T: 01479 831768.

Thursday 8th December Grantown Senior Citizens Thursday Club Grantown Community Centre. 2-4pm.

T: 01479 872262.

Curiosities from the Museum Store Grantown Museum and Heritage Centre. 7-9pm.

T: 01479 821762.

Friday 9th December Love Actually (15) Boat of Garten Community Hall.

7.30pm. T: 01479 831123. www.facebook.com/ BoatofGartenCommunityHall

Community Lunch Boat of Garten Community Hall.

12.30-1.30pm. T: 01479 831123. www.boatofgarten.com

Wednesday 14th December Badger Watch Nethy Bridge. 4pm.

T: 01479 831768.

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Sunday 11th December Santa’s Grotto Blair Castle, Blair Atholl.

10am-3pm. T: 01796 481207. www.blair-castle.co.uk Tours of the Victorian Christmas Castle Blair Castle, Blair Atholl.

10am-4.30pm.

T: 01796 481207.

Christmas Sunday Lunch in the Ballroom with Roaring Fires Blair Castle, Blair Atholl. 12-3pm.

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Friday 16th December

Scottish Wind Sextet Concert Boat of Garten Community Hall.

7.30-10pm. T: 01479 831213.

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Evening Talk: The Biodiversity of Mull by Ewan Miles Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

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Christmas Market Boat of Garten Community Hall.

4-7pm. T: 01479 831123. www.boatofgarten.com Festive Whisky Tasting Muckrach Lodge, Dulnain Bridge.

6pm. Booking essential.

T: 01479 851227. www.muckrach.com Panto: Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Braemar Village Hall. 7.30pm. www.ticketsource.co.uk/braemarpantomime

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Saturday 17th December Aviemore Santa Run Aviemore Macdonald Resort.

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Panto: Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Braemar Village Hall.

2.30pm & 7.30pm. www.ticketsource.co.uk/braemarpantomime The Polar Express Christmas Party & Movie Boat of Garten Community Hall.

2.30pm. T: 01479 831123. www.boatofgarten.com Strathspey Thistle v Clachnacuddin Highland League Football Match Seafield Park, Grantown on Spey.

3pm.

Live Music with Fraser Fifield & Graeme Stephen Glenbuchat Hall/Bothy, Strathdon.

7.30pm. www.eclecticglen.co.uk Christmas Shindig with ‘The Mad Ferrets’ Deeside Inn, Ballater. 9-11.30pm. www.crerarhotels.com/deeside-inn/ festive-events

Sunday 18th December Santa’s Grotto Blair Castle, Blair Atholl.

10am-3pm. T: 01796 481207. www.blair-castle.co.uk Tours of the Victorian Christmas Castle Blair Castle, Blair Atholl. 10-4.30pm.

T: 01796 481207.

Christmas Sunday Lunch in the Ballroom with Roaring Fires Blair Castle, Blair Atholl.

12-3pm. T: 01796 481207.

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Boat of Garten Community Hall.

12.30pm. T: 01479 831123.

The Boat Reel: White Christmas (1954) Boat of Garten Community Hall.

7.30pm. T: 01479 831123. www.boatofgarten.com

Thursday 22nd December Christmas Carols Around The Tree Opposite Nethy Bridge Stores.

6.30pm.

Friday 23rd December Reindeer Torchlight Procession Craiglynne Hotel in the Square, Grantown On Spey. 7pm.

Panto: Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Braemar Village Hall. 7.30pm. www.ticketsource.co.uk/braemarpantomime The Boat Reel: Gremlins (15) Boat of Garten Community Hall.

7:30pm. T: 01479 831123. www.boatofgarten.com F l

Saturday 24th December Christmas Parade featuring Santa & Reindeer The Duke Hotel, Kingussie.

Time to be confirmed. www.kingussie.co.uk Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Braemar Village Hall. 2pm. www.ticketsource.co.uk/braemarpantomime F Aviemore Christmas l Parade Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 6-8pm.

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After Parade Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 6:30pm.

F Christmas Eve Mass l St Nathalan’s Roman Catholic Church, Ballater. 7.30-9pm. T: 01330 822835. www.visitballater.com F Evening Talk: An Arctic l Journey by Dr Graham Lenton Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526. www.bwwc.co.uk F Newtonmore Christmas l Parade featuring Santa & Reindeer Newtonmore Main Street. 8:30pm.

Live Music with Tweed Cairn Hotel, Carrbridge. 9.30pm.

T: 01479 841212.

Sunday 25th December Christmas Day Lunch Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

12.30pm. Booking essential. www.cairngorm.com Christmas Day Lunch Deeside Inn, Ballater.

3.30pm. Booking essential. www.crerarhotels.com/deeside-inn/ festive-events Evening Talk: Wings Over Wales by Steve Magennis Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526. www.bwwc.co.uk

Monday 26th December Panto: Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs Braemar Village Hall, Braemar.

2.30pm & 7.30pm. www.ticketsource.co.uk/braemarpantomime

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Hogmanay Torchlight Procession & Family Ceilidh Nethybridge Community Hall.

7-9.30pm. T: 01479 821436.

Hogmanay Banquet Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

Tuesday 27th December 7pm. Booking essential.

Thursday 29th December www.cairngorm.com Lecht Penguin Park F Evening Talk: Cruising l Hogmanay Ceilidh Presents Burton Riglet Around the Caribbean & Boat of Garten Community Hall.

Board Test South America by Moss 7.30pm. Booking essential.

Lecht Ski Center. 10am-3pm.

Taylor T: 01975 651440. www.lecht.co.uk Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey. T: 01479 831123. www.boatofgarten.com 8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526.

F Evening Talk: Birds & l www.bwwc.co.uk Hogmanay Hootenanny Wildlife of Namibia by Dr Victoria Hall, Ballater. 8-11.55pm Graham Lenton Friday 30th December www.victoriaandalberthalls.co.uk Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

F Evening Talk: Amazing l Kincraig Shinty’s Club 8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526.

Wildlife Moments by Hogmanay with Hollow www.bwwc.co.uk Steve Lovell Whisper Band Cairngorm Big Quiz Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey. Kincraig Community Hall.

Night 8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526.

8pm-1am. T: 01540 651325.

Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. www.bwwc.co.uk Hogmanay Ceilidh 8.30-11pm. Booking essential.

Braemar Village Hall. 8pm.

T: 01479 810233.

Saturday 31st December www.braemarbuzzard.org.uk Hogmanay Dinner at F Hogmanay in the Wednesday 28th December l the Deeside Inn Square Skimo Scotland Lecht Deeside Inn, Ballater.

Grantown on Spey Square. 11pm.

2090 Booking essential.

Lecht 2090 Ski Centre. 12-6pm. www.crerarhotels.com/deeside-inn/ F Free Entry to Event l www.skimoscotland.co.uk festive-events F Evening Talk: A History l F Evening Talk: Through l

the Eye of the Lens & the Click of the Shutter by Steve Magennis Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526. www.bwwc.co.uk

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8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526. www.bwwc.co.uk

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Fireworks Kingussie Train Station. 11.30pm. www.kingussie.co.uk

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Glenlivet Public Hall, Bridgend of Glenlivet. 9.45-10.45am.

(Not the 27th). T: 01807 590689.

Sunday 1st January (evenings).

F New Years Day Walk l F Grantown Health Walk l The Wildcat Centre, Newtonmore.

Group 10am-3pm. T: 01540 673131.

Curling Rink Car Park, Anagach F New Years Day Shinty l Wood. 10.30-11.30am.

Challenge Match T: 01479 872142.

Market Stance, Kingussie. 1pm.

F Ballater Health Walk l F Evening Talk: Costa l Group Rica000 by Steve Lovell Glenmuick Church Hall. 1-2pm.

Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey. T: 01339 755634.

8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526.

F Nethy Bridge Health l www.bwwc.co.uk Walk Group Meet by Community Centre, Dell Every Day in December Road. 1-2pm. T: 07519 569005.

F Live Music & Dancing l with Kenny Nairn Every Monday Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

F Braemar Health Walk l 8pm. T: 01540 661302.

Group F Live Music l Under the Mews, Braemar.

Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore.

10-11am. T: 01339 741426.

8.30pm.

Cash Bingo (18+) Quiz Night Royal British Legion, Grantown on Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.9.30pm.

Spey. 7.50pm. (Not the 26th).

T: 01479 810233.

T: 01479 873690.

F Live Music l Every Wednesday Hilton Coylumbridge, Community Cafe Aviemore. 8.30-10.30pm.

St Andrews Church Hall, Aviemore. www.hiltonaviemore.com 10am-4pm.

F Live Music & Dancing l Pilates Class with Raymond Chuchuk Various, Nethy Bridge. 10-11am.

Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

Grantown 5.30-6.30pm. (Not the 8.30pm. T: 01540 661302.

28th). Kincraig. 7.30-8.30pm.

F Live Entertainment l T: 07783 427603. with Graeme Mackay www.cairngormpilates.com Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

F Boat of Garten Health l 9.30pm.

Walk Group Boat Hotel. 1.30-2.30pm.

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Rotary Club of Spey Valley Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

6-8.15pm. T: 01479 810233. www.speyvalley.rotary1010.org F Live Music with Swing l Singer George Gordon Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

8pm. T: 01540 661302.

F Live Music l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore.

8.30pm.

F Live Music with Davy l Holt Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 9.30pm.

Every Thursday F Kingussie Health Walk l

Group Badenoch Centre. 10.30-11.30am.

T: 01540 661878.

F Carrbridge Health l Walk Group Meet by the Old Bridge, Carrbridge.

11am-12pm. T: 01479 841749.

F Aviemore Health Walk l Group Myrtlefield Car Park, near Mike’s Bikes. 1.30-2.30pm. (Not the 29th) T: 01479 810519.

The Killiecrankies Cabaret Band Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

8.30-11pm. T: 01540 661302.

F Jammin Night l Ghillies Lounge Bar, Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie. 9pm-12am.

T: 01540 661302.

F Live Music with Tweed l Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

9.30pm.

Every Friday Glen Tanar Health Walk Glen Tanar Visitor Centre.

10-11.30am (Not the 16th, 23rd or 30th). T: 01339 886072.

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Tomnabat Court. 10-11am. (Not the 16th, 23rd or 30th) T: 01807 590689 (evenings).

F Ranger-led Guided l Walk Information Hub opposite Visitor Centre Nethy Bridge.

11.30am-1.30pm.

T: 07710 387510.

Alison.greggans@rspb.org.uk Christmas Party Nights Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

7-12.45pm. (Not the 2nd, 23rd or 31st) Booking essential.

T: 01479 810233.

F Live Music l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore.

8.30pm.

Live Music with Carl Wilson Singer & Guitarist Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

8.30pm-11pm. T: 01540 661302.

Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 9.30pm.

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Ceilidh Dancing Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie, 8.30pm. T: 01540 661302.

Christmas Party Nights Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

Details correct at time 7-12.45pm. (Not the 24th or 30th) Booking essential. T: 01479 810233. of going to press please note events may F Live Music l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore. change.

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Live Music with Nigel Dyson Singer & Guitarist Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie, Please check the 8.30pm. T: 01540 661302. online calendar at F Live Music with Davy l www.visitcairngorms.com/ Holt whatson Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 9.30pm. for further details and extra events

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“Santa Claus is coming to town” …or a place near you in the Park

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e know that December is a particularly busy month for Santa. As well as preparing for the ‘big day’ he is out and about delighting children, young and old; heading up parades with his reindeer, starring at Christmas fayres or receiving guests in his sparkling winter grotto.

But Santa makes appearances in some Castle. Here he takes a little time out to relax and to play his bagpipes. Yes, very unexpected spots too. that’s right - a bagpipe playing Santa Did you know that Santa has a passion Claus! Perhaps we should not be for trains - particularly the steam and surprised by his musical talents; after all vintage variety? A firm favourite of his he loves those jingle bells! The unique is the Santa Express on the Strathspey Railway. Take a ride and you will be rewarded with stunning views as the train winds its way through the wintry countryside AND Santa will be there armed with a sack full of presents and mince pies galore!

A place that Santa is particularly fond of is the magnificent setting of Blair

Santa plays the bagpipes at Blair Castle

vision of bagpipe-playing Santa can be witnessed on Sunday 11 and 18 December, playing festive tunes on the pipes before entering his grotto in one of the oldest parts of the castle. While there, there is an opportunity to take a tour and experience the castle at Christmas, decorated as it would have been in Victorian times. You may even spot the elves helping the family prepare for Christmas!

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Aviemore Santa Run

From a Santa Walk to a Santa Run! In Aviemore, on Saturday 17 December, you can see hundreds of Santas, gathered on the start line, as part of a festive charity fun run. The annual ‘Red & White’ bearded 1 mile or 5k route is a great way to get into the festive spirit and, the following day, 18 December, Santa Ramblers can do it all again with a 5k walk or jog through the countryside around Braemar, raising money for local causes. You will need to register for both events - and to get your

compulsory Santa Suit of course! We know that Santa is a kind soul and so he is likely to join in with the fundraising; the real challenge is to spot the real Santa among all the imposters!

Events mentioned are scheduled as indicated, or on most weekends in December, and daily during Christmas week. Please check the relevant websites or Facebook however for up to the minute details on dates, times, booking and availability.

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Young animal lovers will be in their element when they come across Santa tending his reindeer. You can visit the herd and perhaps see Santa in the paddock at the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre at Glenmore. See the reindeer up close and say hello to Santa. Or head to the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig and join in a Santa Walk as Father Christmas checks out the reindeer in their enclosure. Boys and girls will receive a small gift from Santa, and, in return, they are invited to bring a carrot or an apple as their Christmas present for the reindeer.

A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL

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e: info@balmoralcastle.com T: 013397 42534 Accompany a ranger on a fascinating ‘behind the scenes’ tour of Balmoral Estate.

An excellent opportunity to experience the stunning mountain scenery of the Cairngorms National Park from the comfort of a luxury Land Rover Discovery.

For full details please visit our website www.balmoralcastle.com

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Free-Ski

Ski & Snowboard Lessons Email us at: enquiries@free-ski.co.uk www.free-ski.co.uk | Tel: 07495 028 578 www.visitcairngorms.com

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ook out for local produce & help reduce food miles within the Cairngorms National Park. We really are spoilt for choice.

If you’re still stuck for ideas have a look at the next few pages and you’ll soon be inspired!

THE CROSS AT KINGUSSIE

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RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT WITH ROOMS

Fine Dining in the Cairngorms Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner AA Three Red Rosettes Good Food & Michelin Guides 2017 www.thecross.co.uk 01540 661166

Dows Store & The Osprey Café

Boat of Garten - Tel: 01479 831 466

Closed from 24th December, reopen 3rd January

Local, Seasonal, Creative Food, Relaxed & Informal Dining Experience.

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Fresh Food & Groceries Firewood & Kindling Serving homemade and locally sourced produce daily Open 7 days a week Home Delivery Available

Boat of Garten 01479 831225

* WEDNESDAY NIGHT PIE NIGHT ~ A Delicious pie with mash or chips, and a beer or wine for only £13 * CELLAR SUNDAY NIGHT ~ Traditional Sunday Roast £12.95.

Bring your own wine. * LUNCH SPECIAL ~ Monday to Saturday, daily changing blackboard menu, 2 courses £11.99, 3 courses £14.99 (Normal menu also available. Closed Tuesdays.)

T: 01479 831 466 or E: info@andersonsrestaurant.co.uk

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Cairngorm Hotel The Place to Eat and Meet Opposite Aviemore Railway Station

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Bed & Highland Breakfast from £52 per person, per night

Grampian Road Aviemore 01479 810 23 n www.cairngorm.com

Royal Tandoori

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COUNTRY HOTEL & RESTAURANT

OPEN 7 DAYS

Lunch 12noon-2pm

M Family run hotel with a warm and friendly atmosphere M Modern Scottish Cuisine using local produce created by Award-winning team M Good Selection of Wines and Local Beers M Over 70 malt Whiskies M Childrens Menu

Evening 5-10.30pm

Authentic Indian Cuisines Three Course Business Lunch ~ £7.95 10% Discount on Take-away Meals A La Carte Menu Freshly Prepared Coffees Private Function Room ~ Ideal For Stag, Hen Or Birthday Parties

Restaurant open Tues-Sun 6-8.30pm Reservations Recommended Loch Alvie, by Aviemore - 2 miles S. on B9152 T: 01479 810 207 www.rowantreehotel.com

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In the lively Lounge, All Day ‘til Late with Regular Entertainment + Live TV Sports

Tel: 01479 811199 or 01479 811118

43 Grampian Road, Aviemore PH22 1RH www.royaltandoori.uk.com

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e have a superb choice of quality accommodation in the area. Use the accommodation finder on www.visitcairngorms.com to help plan your trip and keep an eye on the special offers page for last minute deals and great savings.

Cairngorm Highland Bungalows

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Great North Lodges

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Group of luxury self catering lodges. Set in fantastic locations, throughout the Spey Valley, within the Cairngorms National Park, Scotland. We cater for all tastes, budgets and party sizes from 1 guest up to 23 guests. (Pets Welcome). Most of our lodges have log fires and wonderful outside Hot Tubs, many have luxury extras, including Saunas, Sky TV, Wi-Fi Internet access and much, much more. www.greatnorthlodges.co.uk gnl@greatnorthlodges.co.uk “Book Online” or call our Aviemore Office on 01479 812266

Beautifully furnished and equipped 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroomed bungalows sleeping 2 - 8. Open fires.

Mountain views, pets welcome, Leisure Club/Golf facilities available.

Easy walking distance to Aviemore.

S.T.B. 3H - 4H Contact Linda Murray Tel: 01479 810653 www.cairngorm-bungalows.co.uk

tel: 01479 810165 email: info@silverglades.co.uk web: www.silverglades.co.uk

Special Offers Festive Breaks from just £465 Stylish self-catering bungalows in Aviemore. 3 & 4 star available. From 1-4 bedrooms.

All have TV, DVD, free view channels & Wi-Fi. BBQ, own garden & drive. Some with sauna, wood burner, designer kitchen & flat screen TV. Pets welcome in allocated properties. Guests discounted golf & leisure nearby.

STB HHH & HHHH. Colour brochure & Virtual Tours.

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here are lots of specialist shops throughout the area where you can find everything you need from outdoor kit to gifts for friends, or even a treat for yourself!

What’s On

Visit us for some fantastic Home and Christmas Gift Ideas.

Gift vouches available.

Open Monday - Saturday, (inc Sunday 4th December) Late Night Thursday’s during December 25 High Street, Kingussie, PH21 1HX T: 01540 662 994

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