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elcome to the Cairngorms National Park and the July edition of What’s On, the free monthly 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.

July brings the long awaited Summer Holidays.

The sound of music can be heard as the Cairngorms Ceilidh Trail performs traditional music sessions, concerts and ceilidhs at various venues all over the Park. Children can have a go at Highland dancing, tossing the caber, tug o war and running races at the Braemar Junior Highland Games. For the smaller kids Peppa Pig and George are sure to be favourites at the Strathspey Railway Summer Family Special.

The Tomintoul Motor Cycle Gathering roars into the highest village in the Highlands with ride-outs, games, competitions and live music all weekend. Celebrating a real place with real people the ‘Gentlemen of the Road’ Stopover comes to Rothiemurchus, Aviemore at the end of the month. Featuring Mumford & Sons, Ben Howard, Primal Scream and other big names this looks set to be a brilliant weekend of live music so make sure you have a ticket. *Smartphone users*: Put The Park In Your Pocket: Download the Cairngorms National Park App for FREE today!

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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 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 April-25th September Gerard Murphy Photography 2015 Summer Exhibition Corgarff Community Hall, Strathdon. 10am-5pm. Open 7 days. T: 07501 086882. www.gerardmurphyphotography.co.uk

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22nd June-4th July G250: Shops and Shopping Exhibition Grantown Museum, Grantown on Spey. 10am-5pm.

T: 01479 872478. www.grantownmuseum.co.uk Scottish Scenic Routes - A High Life Highland Exhibition Iona Gallery, Kingussie. 1.30-5pm, Saturday 10.30am-5pm. (Closed Wed). www.theionagallery.co.uk

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Summer Exhibition Abernethy Old Kirk, Nethy Bridge.

Art & Craft Exhibition & Sale.

12-5pm. (Closed Tues & Thurs).

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Exhibition of Paintings by Angus Grant Iona Gallery, Kingussie. 1.305pm. (Closed Wed). Saturday 10.30am-5pm. T: 01540 661900. www.angusgrantart.com

10th-11th July Tomintoul Motor Cycle Gathering with Rideouts & Live Music The Square, Tomintoul. www.tomintoulmotorcyclegathering. yolasite.com/

25th-26th July Soldiers of Killiecrankie Commemorative Event Killiecrankie Battlefield. 11am-5pm. www.facebook.com/SoldiersOfKilliecrankie

31st July-1st August Aviemore Stopover: Gentlemen of the Road Tour with Mumford & Sons & other big names The Dell of Rothiemurchus, Aviemore.

T: 07968 433272. www.gentlemenoftheroad.com

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The Strathspey Railway Summer Family Special with appearances from Peppa Pig & George Departs Aviemore Steam Railway Station. 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 2.45pm, 3.30pm & 4.30pm. T: 01479 810725. www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk

Floral Art Show - ‘Nursery Calendar of Events Rhymes’ Wednesday 1st July Newtonmore Village Hall. 10am-5pm.

F Evening Talk: l T: 01540 673211.

‘Butterflies, Moths & Other Insects of the 17th-31st July Highlands’ Cairngorms Ceilidh Trail Music Sessions & Concerts Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

Throughout the Cairngorms National 8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526. www.bwwc.co.uk Park. (See daily listings) www.feisspe.org.uk Thursday 2nd July Mar Lodge Evening Stroll ‘In the Spacing’ Moving Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar.

7-8.30pm. T: 013397 20164.

Image Installation F Live Music with Harry The Iona Gallery, Kingussie. l 1.30-5pm. (Closed Wed). Saturday Bird & The Rubber Wellies The Old Bridge Inn, Dalfaber Road, 10.30am-5pm. T: 07974 379940.

Aviemore. 8.30pm. T: 01479 811137. www.benskea.com/in-the-spacing

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Curry Buffet & Quiz Night Blair Atholl Golf Club.

T: 01796 481552. www.blairathollgolf.co.uk F Evening Talk: l ‘Conserving Butterflies & Moths in the Highlands’ Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

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

Jacobite Dinner Braemar Castle, Braemar. 7pm.

Booking T: 01339 741219. www.braemarcastle.co.uk

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Eagle Watch & Talk Glen Doll Ranger Base, By Kirriemuir. 10am-3pm.

T: 01575 550233.

Alastair Savage & Saturday 4th July Pete Clark “Tea at the Albert A Scottish Corrieyairack Challenge 2015: Scotland’s Toughest Fiddle Journey” Victoria & Albert Halls, Ballater.

Duathlon 3.30pm. Tickets on the door Fort Augustus to Badaguish Outdoor Centre, Aviemore. www.corrieyairack.org and call T: 01339 755745. www.visitballater.com F Behind the Scenes l Operational Tour F Live Music with l Platform 3, The Strathspey Gabriel Rios Railway, Aviemore Train Station.

The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore.

2.15-4.15pm. T: 01479 810725.

8.30pm. T: 01479 811137. www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk Monday 6th July Ranger Led Wildlife Walk Linn of Dee Car Park, Mar Lodge Quiz Night Estate, Braemar. 3-5pm.

Kingussie Golf Club. 7pm.

T: 01339 720164.

T: 01540 661600.

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Tuesday 7th July Kite Making Ranger Event Blair Atholl Information Centre.

2-4pm. T: 01796 481355.

Wednesday 8th July Peeking into a Pond Ranger Event Loch Vaa, Laggantygown Cemetery Car Park. Grid ref: NH 910174, Boat of Garten. 2-4pm.

T: 01479 873914.

Thursday 9th July Animal Homes & Hideaways Ranger Event Glen Tilt Car Park by Blair Atholl.

10.30am-12noon. T: 01796 481355.

Bingo Night Kingussie Golf Club. 7pm.

Friday 10th July F Muir of Dinnet Fun l

Day Burn o’ Vat Visitor Centre, Dinnet.

12-4pm. T: 01339 881667.

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Glenmulliach Forest, Lecht Road, Tomintoul. 2-3.30pm.

Braemar Junior Highland T: 01479 870070.

Games www.glenlivetestate.co.uk Braemar Games Park. 12-4.30pm.

Tall Tales of Tall Trees T: 01339 741903.

Blair Atholl Information Centre. www.braemarjuniorgames.com 7-8.30pm. T: 01796 481355.

Laggan Woodland Superheroes Ranger Event www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk Open Air Production of Laggan Wolftrax Centre, Laggan.

‘Hamlet’ 2-4pm. T: 01479 873706.

Braemar Castle. 7pm.

Scottish Chamber T: 01270 764540.

Orchestra Blair Castle & Gardens, Blair Atholl. www.folksytheatre.co.uk Old Time Dancing 8-9.30pm. T: 01796 481207.

Inverallan Church Hall, Grantown ww.sco.org.uk/summer on Spey. 7.30-10pm.

Race Night T: 01479 851353.

Kingussie Golf Club. 7pm.

T: 01540 661600.

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Sunday 12th July

Battle of Killiecrankie Ranger Event Killiecrankie Visitor Centre.

2-3.30pm. T: 0844 4932194.

F Live Music with l Siobhan Miller & Band The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore.

8.30pm. T: 01479 811137.

Abernethy Open Gardens Day Community Centre & around Nethy Bridge. 11am-4.30pm.

T: 07729 832639. www.nethybridge.com Heart of the Park Trail Run Challenge Thursday 16th July Highland Games Park, Braemar.

Tracks & Signs Ranger 12-2pm. T: 07899 670750.

Event www.entrycentral.com/braemar-trail-run Glen Tilt Car Park by Blair Monday 13th July Atholl. 10.30am-12 noon.

T: 01796 481355.

Ballater & Crathie Community Council F Nature Explorer’s l Meeting Children’s Event Mike Sheridan Room in the Balmoral, Carriage Exhibitions, Victoria & Albert Halls, Ballater.

Crathie. 2-4pm. T: 01339 755059.

7-10pm. T: 01339 755345.

Mar Lodge Evening Stroll www.ballaterandcrathie.org.uk Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar.

7-8.30pm. T: 01339 720164.

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Friday 17th July Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail Music Session What’s On

Cairngorm Mountain, Aviemore.

12-2pm. T: 07989 907213.

F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Trail Music Session The Cairn Hotel, Carrbridge. 8.3011pm. T: 01479 841212.

Saturday 18th July Tomintoul Highland Games & Tominabat Hill Race Public Park, Tomintoul.

T: 01807 580407. www.tomintoulhighlandgames.co.uk F Hands on Conservation l Ranger Event Glen Tanar Visitor Centre, Ballater.

10am-4pm. T: 01339 886072.

Corrie Fee - A Focus for Nature and Landscape Ranger Event Photo Walk Glen Doll Ranger Base, By Kirriemuir, 11am-4pm. T: 01575 550233.

F Loch Morlich Sailing l Club: Open Day/Come & Try Loch Morlich Sailing Club, Glenmore, Aviemore. 12-4pm. www.lochmorlichsailingclub.org.uk Ranger-Led Wildlife Walk Linn of Dee Car Park, Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar. 3-5pm.

T: 01339 720164.

Ceilidh Dance Kincraig Community Hall, 8pm.

T: 01540 651377.

Sunday 19th July The Strathspey Railway Heritage Vehicle Day Aviemore Station/Broomhill & Glenbogle Station. 10.30am-4.20pm.

T: 01479 810725. www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk

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Trail Music Session Forestry Commission Visitor Centre, Glenmore, Aviemore. 12-2pm.

T: 01479 861220.

Aviemore & Vicinity Community Council Craft Fair Village Green, Aviemore. 12-4pm.

T: 07925 150890.

F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Trail Music Session Loch Morlich Watersports, Glenmore, Aviemore. 6-7pm.

T: 01479 861221.

Wednesday 22nd July

Cake, Out & About in July Ranger Event Speyside Way Meet outside the Active Cafaidh, Aviemore. 10am-12pm.

T: 01479 873706.

Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail Music Session Landmark, Carrbridge. 11am-3pm.

T: 08007 313446.

Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail Music Session Blair Castle & Gardens, Blair Atholl.

2-4pm. T: 01796 481207. www.atholl-estates.co.uk Monday 20th July Elgin Strathspey & Reel Bushcraft & Survival Society Laggan Wolftrax Centre, Laggan.

Boat of Garten Community T: 07769 355005.

Hall. 7.30pm. www.backcountrysurvival.co.uk www.elginstrathspeyandreel.co.uk F Cairngorms Cèilidh l F Live Music with Jinski l Trail Music Session The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore.

Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 8-10pm.

8.30pm.

T: 01479 811137.

T: 01479 810233.

F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Tuesday 21st July Trail Concert Boat Hotel, Boat of Garten.

F Cairngorms Cèilidh l 8.30-10pm. T: 01479 831258.

Trail Music Session Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore.

Thursday 23rd July 12.30-3pm. T: 01540 673551.

F Moths in the Morning l Family Forest Frolics Ranger Event Ranger Event Burn o’ Vat Visitor Centre, Dinnet.

Community Centre, Nethy Bridge.

10am-12.30pm. T: 013398 81667.

1pm. T: 07710 387510.

Dinosaur Tracking Ranger Dragons & Damsels Event Ranger Event Glen Tilt Car Park by Blair Atholl.

Logierait Woods Car Park - ½ 10.30am-12pm. T: 01796 481355. mile north of Logierait on road to Dunfallandy, Blair Atholl. 2-3.30pm. Bushcraft & Survival Laggan Wolftrax Centre, Laggan.

T: 01796 481355.

T: 07769 355005.

Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail www.backcountrysurvival.co.uk Concert with Guests Talla nan Ros, Kingussie. 7.30-10pm. Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail Music Session T: 07989 907213. www.visitcairngorms.com WO JULY 2015.indd 7

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Highland Wildlife Park, Kincraig.

11.30am-2pm. T: 01540 651270.

F Nature Explorer’s l Children’s Event Balmoral, Carriage Exhibitions, Crathie. 2-4pm. T: 01339 755059.

Nature Detectives Walk Ranger Event Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar.

2-4pm. T: 01339 720164.

F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Trail Concert The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore.

8.30-10.30pm. T: 01479 811137.

Friday 24th July The Strathspey Railway Summer Family Special with appearances from Peppa Pig & George Departs Aviemore Steam Railway Station. 10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 2.45pm, 3.30pm & 4.30pm. T: 01479 810725 www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Trail Music Session Speyside Centre, Dulnain Bridge.

12-2pm. T: 01479 851359.

F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Trail Music Session Deeside Inn, Ballater. 7.30-10pm.

Jacobite Concert with Folk Singer Sheena Wellington St Margaret’s, Braemar T: 01339 741219. www.braemarcastle.co.uk

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Centre, Ballater. 9.30am-5pm.

T: 01339 755059.

F Mar Lodge Summer l Open Day Mar Lodge, Braemar. 10am-4pm.

T: 01339 720164.

Land Rover Safari, Re-enactment & Barbecue Braemar Castle. T: 01339 741219. www.braemarcastle.co.uk Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail Concert/Ceilidh The Stag Ballroom, Mar Lodge, Braemar. 8.30-11pm.

T: 01339 720171.

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Sunday 26th July F Jacobite Day l

Celebration & Re-enactments Braemar Castle. 10am-4pm.

T: 01339 741219. www.braemarcastle.co.uk F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Trail Music Session Braemar Castle. 12-2pm.

T: 01339 741219.

Ballater 10 Mile Road Race Monaltrie Park, Ballater. 12pm.

T: 01339 886194. www.deesiderunners.com Top Dogs Day Out Hay Field, Glenmore Forest Park.

Aviemore. 12-4pm.

T: 01479 873914 F Live Music with Peter l (Dry The River) The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore.

8.30pm. T: 01479 811137.

Monday 27th July F Evening Talk: ‘Black, l F Free Entry to Event l 8

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White & Gold in Finland’ Thursday 30th July Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey. Wet & Wild Ranger Event 8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526.

Blair Atholl Information Centre. www.bwwc.co.uk 10.30am-12pm. T: 01796 481355.

F Butterfly Bonanza! l Tuesday 28th July Nature Explorer’s F Splish Splash Ranger l Children’s Event Event Church Square Car Park, Ballater.

Burn o’ Vat Visitor Centre, 2-4pm. T: 01339 755059.

Dinnet. 10.30am & 2pm.

Mar Lodge Evening Stroll T: 01339 881667.

Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar.

Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail 7-8.30pm. T: 01339 720164.

Music Session Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail Balmoral Castle, Crathie. 12-2pm.

Concert/Ceilidh T: 01339 742534.

Glenprosen Hall, Kirriemuir.

Family Map & Compass 7.30-10.30pm. T: 07989 907213.

Ranger Event F Evening Talk: l Glen Tilt Car Park by Blair Atholl, “Speyside - A Place For 2-3.30pm. T: 01796 481355.

All Seasons” Woodland Antics Ranger Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

Event 8.30-9.30pm. T: 01479 872526.

Glenlivet Information Centre, www.bwwc.co.uk Tomintoul. 2-3.30pm.

F Live Music with Megan l T: 01479 870070.

Linford The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore.

Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail 8.30pm. T: 01479 811137.

Concert Braemar Hall. 8-10pm.

T: 01339 741439.

Wednesday 29th July Animal Detectives Ranger Event Killiecrankie Visitor Centre.

10.30am-12pm. T: 08444 932194.

Ranger Event Salmon Trail Car Park, next to Boat of Garten Golf Course. 2pm.

T: 07710 387510.

F Evening Talk: ‘Wildlife l of Antarctica’ Grant Arms Hotel, Grantown on Spey.

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

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Aviemore Stopover: Gentlemen of the Road Tour with Mumford & Sons & other big names The Dell of Rothiemurchus, Aviemore.

1pm. T: 07968 433272. www.gentlemenoftheroad.com F Cairngorms Cèilidh l Trail Music Session House of Bruar, Blair Atholl. 12-2pm.

Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail Ceilidh Night Blair Atholl Hall. 7.30-10.30pm.

T: 01796 481310.

Every Day in July Every Monday F Braemar Health Walk l

Group Under the Mews, Braemar. 10-11am.

T: 01339 741426.

F Ranger-Led Guided l Walk Station Square, opposite Boat Hotel, Boat of Garten.

11am-1.30pm. T: 07710 387510.

F Glass Fusing Open l Studio The Trove, Main St, Newtonmore.

2-5pm. T: 07921 729249. www.fusedandlight.co.uk F Pool Night l The Roundhouse Bar, Bridge of Tilt Hotel, Blair Atholl. 4-10pm.

T: 01796 481333.

Cash Bingo Royal British Legion, Grantown on Spey, 7.50pm.

F Live Music l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore, 8.30pm.

Raymond Chuchuk Ballroom & Latin Dancing Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie, 8.30pm. T: 01540 661302.

F Live Music with l Graeme Mackay on Accordion Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore, 9.30pm.

Every Tuesday

Every Wednesday

Ranger-led Caledonian Forest Walk Health Walk Osprey Centre car park outside Curling Rink Car Park, Anagach kiosk, Boat of Garten. 9.30am-1pm.

Woods. 10.30-11.30am.

T: 01479 831476.

T: 01479 841233.

F Boat of Garten Health l F Nethy Bridge Health l Walk Walk Group Boat Hotel. 1.30-2.30pm.

Meet by Community Centre, Dell T: 01479 831502.

Road, Nethy Bridge. 1-2pm.

Wild Wednesdays T: 07519 569005.

Blair Atholl Information Centre. www.cairngormsoutdooraccess.org.uk 2-3pm. T: 01796 481355.

F Ballater Health Walk l (not 1st).

Group Braemar Local History Glenmuick Church Hall, Ballater.

Group Historical Village 1-2pm. T: 013397 55634.

Walks Cairngorm Bridge Club Meet front of Invercauld Hotel, St John’s Church Hall, Rothiemurchus. Braemar. 3pm. T: 01339 741985.

6.45pm. T: 01479 821435.

Rotary Club of Spey Ballater Bridge Club Valley Mike Sheridan Room in the Victoria Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. & Albert Halls, Ballater. 7-10pm.

6-8.15pm. T: 01479 810233.

T: 01339 755308. www.speyvalley.rotary1010.org Prize Bingo Let’s Linedance British Legion, Aviemore. 8pm.

Inverallan Church Hall, T: 01479 810892.

Grantown on Spey. 7-9pm.

T: 07541 372524.

Braemar Local History Group Historical Village F Live Entertainment l Walks with Davy Holt Meet front of Invercauld Hotel, Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 9.30pm.

Braemar. 8pm. T: 01339 741985. l F Woodshed Wednesday F Live Music with l Woodshed Bar, Coylumbridge, Kenny Nairn Singer & Accordionist F Free Entry to Event l F Grantown on Spey l

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Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie, 8pm. T: 01540 661302.

F Live Music l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore, 8.30pm.

Quiz Night Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

9.30-11pm.

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Aviemore. 9.30pm.

T: 01479 810661.

F Live Music with George l Gordon Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

8pm. T: 01540 661302.

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Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore, 8.30pm.

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

8.30-11pm. T: 01540 661302.

F D.J. Jamie Music Night l Every Thursday The Roundhouse Bar, Bridge of F Kingussie Health Walk l Tilt Hotel, Blair Atholl. 9-11.30pm.

Badenoch Centre. 10.30-11.30am.

T: 01796 481333.

T: 01540 661878.

F Live Music l The Northern Corries of The Woodshed Bar, Coylumbridge, CairnGorm Aviemore, 9pm.

Ranger Base, Coire Cas, Aviemore.

F Live Entertainment 10.30am-3.30pm. T: 01479 861261. l Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore. 9.30pm.

F Carrbridge Health l Walk Every Saturday The Old Bridge. 11am-12pm.

Orienteering For All T: 01479 841749.

Laggan Wolftrax Centre, F Aviemore Health Walk l Strathmashie, Laggan.

Papa Rock, Aviemore. 1.30-2.30pm. 10am-4pm. T: 01528 544366.

T: 01479 810519. www.lagganforest.com F Live Music l F Traditional Music l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore, Session 8.30pm.

The Suie Hotel, Kincraig.

The Killiecrankies Cabaret 7.30-9.30pm.

Band F Music in the Forest l Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

Pine Marten Bar, Glenmore, 8.30-11pm. T: 01540 661302.

Aviemore. 7.30-11.30pm.

F Live music with band l T: 01479 861253.

‘Tweed’ F Live Music Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore, 9.30pm. l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore, 8.30pm.

Every Friday Live Music with Nigel F Glen Tanar Health l Dyson Singer & Guitarist Walk Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie, Glen Tanar Visitor Centre Car 8.30pm. T: 01540 661302.

Park, Dinnet. 10-11.30am.

F Karaoke Night T: 013398 86072. l The Roundhouse Bar, Bridge of F l Music in the Forest Tilt Hotel, Blair Atholl. 8.30pm.

Pine Marten Bar, Glenmore, T: 01796 481333.

Aviemore. 7.30-11.30pm.

F Live Music T: 01479 861253. l Woodshed Bar, Hilton Coylumbridge, F Free Entry to Event l Aviemore, 9pm.

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Cairngorm Hotel, Aviemore.

9.30-12.45pm.

Every Sunday Orienteering For All Laggan Wolftrax Centre, Strathmashie, Laggan. 10am-4pm.

T: 01528 544366. www.lagganforest.com The Northern Corries of CairnGorm Ranger Base Coire Cas, Cairngorm Mountain, Aviemore.

10.30am-3.30pm. T: 01479 861261.

F Ranger-Led Guided l Walk Information Hub opposite Community Hall, Nethy Bridge. 11am-1.30pm.

(Not the 7th or 21st).

T: 07710 387510.

F Live Music l Hilton Coylumbridge, Aviemore.

8.30pm.

F Live Music with Ronnie l Douglas Accordionist Duke of Gordon Hotel, Kingussie.

8.30pm. T: 01540 661302.

Shinty www.shinty.com Saturday 4th July Kingussie v Glenurquhart Shinty Match The Dell, Kingussie. 2.30pm.

Newtonmore 2nds v Beauly Shinty Match The Eilan, Newtonmore. 2.30pm.

Saturday 11th July Kingussie 2nds v Kinlochshiel Shinty Match The Dell, Kingussie. 2.30pm.

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Saturday 25th July Newtonmore v Lovat Shinty Match The Eilan, Newtonmore. 2.30pm.

Kingussie 2nds v Lochcarron Shinty Match The Dell, Kingussie. 2.30pm.

Friday 31st July Kingussie v Newtonmore Sir Tommy Macpherson Memorial Trophy Shinty Match The Dell, Kingussie. 6pm.

Golf www.visitcairngorms.com/ onthetee Friday 3rd July Seniors’ Golf Open Abernethy Golf Club, Nethy Bridge.

10am-6pm. T: 01479 821305. www.abernethygolfclub.com

Sunday 5th July Festival of Golf: Mixed Foursomes Kingussie Golf Club.

11.30am-4.30pm.

T: 01540 661600. www.kingussie-golf.co.uk

Monday 6th July Festival of Golf Individual Medal Kingussie Golf Club. 7.30am-4.30pm.

T: 01540 661600.

Tuesday 7th July Festival of Golf - Texas Scramble Kingussie Golf Club.

7.30am-4.30pm.

T: 01540 661600.

Wednesday 8th July

Saturday 25th July Gent’s 18 Hole Golf Open - Millar Trophy Grantown on Spey Golf Club.

7.30am-1.30pm. T: 01479 872079.

Sunday 26th-Friday 31st July

The Royal Deeside Golf Classic Festival of Golf - Men’s Ballater & Braemar Golf Courses. & Ladies Open Kingussie Golf Club. 7.30am-4.30pm. T: 01330 822365. www.royaldeesidegolfclassic.co.uk T: 01540 661600.

Friday 10th July Festival of Golf Individual Medal Kingussie Golf Club.

7.30am-4.30pm.

Junior Open Golf Tournament Grantown on Spey Golf Club.

10am-1.30pm. T: 01479 872079.

17th-19th July Festival of Golf: 3 Opens 3 Days Carrbridge Golf Club, Carrbridge. T: 01479 841623. www.carrbridgegolf.co.uk

Monday 27th-Friday 31st July Visitors’ Week Golf Competitions Grantown on Spey Golf Club.

From 8.30am each day.

T: 01479 872079. www.grantownonspeygc.co.uk

Details correct at time of going to press - please note events may change.

Saturday 18th July Ladies Golf Open Craggan Golf Course, Grantown on Spey. 12.30pm. T: 01479 873283. www.cragganoutdoors.co.uk Strathspey Thistle Golf Day Texas Scramble Grantown-on-Spey Golf Club. 8am.

T: 01479 872668.

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When planning a holiday or short break, one of the key decisions is accommodation. The Cairngorms National Park has a wide range of places for visitors to stay so, wherever you lay your head, there is sure to be something to cater for all tastes and budgets. What’s On takes a look at some of the more unusual, quirky accommodation on offer.

For many, the great outdoors means CAMPING. But ‘under canvas’ takes on many guises. For example, Ecocamp Glenshee offers a range of pods of the wooden variety. Think of these as warm secure tents, well heated, insulated and with lighting. Or opt for a bell tent complete with wood burner stove and double bed with memory foam mattress; a shepherd’s hut with lots of vintage touches or a yurt with Turkmeni décor and lanterns. Families and groups are catered for with yurts sleeping 4 while a 20ft yurt is ideal for larger gatherings or parties.

Why not bring out the child in you and stay in a wigwam? Modern well equipped wigwams or camping cabins, for up to 4 people, plus all the normal campsite facilities can be rented at Badaguish Centre near Aviemore or Lagganlia Camp Huts alongside the river at Feshiebridge. The wigwams are fitted with robust wooden sleeping platforms providing comfortable overnight accommodation alongside outdoor activity centre facilities.

For those who appreciate a touch of luxury as part of their camping experience the concept of glamping will appeal. At Aviemore Glamping you could stay in one of four new eco-pods which sleep two people in a small but perfectly formed space with en-suite wet room, WC, shower and wash hand basin. There is also tea Wildcat Gypsy Caravans Glentruim

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and coffee making facilities, a small fridge and a large communal outdoors area where you can sit or have a barbecue.

For sheer romance and nostalgia, why not try a gypsy caravan? Situated in a traditional caravan park at Glentruim near Newtonmore you will find static 14ft Bowtop Gypsy Caravans for rent during the summer season. But the accolade for the most unusual camping accommodation must go to a converted railway coach. Cromdale Camping Coach, situated at the former village station, is a testament to the workmanship of the time (the carriage was built in 1916). Ideal for four people, the original three 3rd class compartments have been modified to create a bathroom and sleeping areas with the emphasis on comfort and warmth Perhaps you are devotee of HOSTELS? A hostel makes a perfect base whether travelling alone or as part of a group. The Park boasts a good variety of hostels and bunkhouses; check out some options at www.visitcairngorms.com/ hostels The Smugglers is a four star 20-bed hostel and, located in the village of Tomintoul, it can claim to be the ‘Highest Hostel in the Scottish Highlands’. Or how about a former hunting lodge frequented by Victorian royalty?

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Mar Lodge, situated in an enormous area of wilderness, offers bunkhouse accommodation in the former stable block as well as beautifully appointed cottages.

LOG CABINS and CHALETS are always popular. Couples seeking a romantic retreat with sustainability at its heart will be interested in two log cabins. Winner of the first Cairngorms National Park Design Award, the Woodsman’s Hunt in Nethy Bridge is an imaginative interpretation of a simple log hut in the woods. A large log burning stove and candle lanterns add a soft glow to the romantic atmosphere. Charmingly you can even chill your wine in the bubbling stream! Modelled on the Woodsman’s Hut, the nearby Duck’s Nest is a delightful, unique 2 person lodge with added modern conveniences. Perhaps a loch side setting with amenities close by appeals? Log chalets overlooking scenic Loch Insh provide a relaxing or invigorating break for individuals, couples, families and groups. Loch Insh Chalets are secluded yet have facilities on site including watersports and a restaurant.

If you like music with your camping why not snap up a ticket for the Stopover Festival taking place at Rothiemurchus, Aviemore on 31 July/1 August. Featuring Mumford & Sons and a host of other acts, weekend camping tickets at £129 includes entry to the festival. Revel in the full Stopover experience with onsite camping in a prime location with incredible views.

UNIQUE SELF CATERING accommodation can be defined by their sheer individuality. Consider a self-contained unit with a turf topped roof.

Totally secluded, yet only 3 miles from the village of Kincraig is Tigh Tuithe. Meaning “house with a grass roof” the property at Glenfeshie is built into the hillside and leads to a burn with trout and otters. And how about a house on stilts?

Suitable for a larger group, The Treehouse, in Boat of Garten, is a unique self-catering lodge, set in almost an acre of mature pine and birch woodland, And who would turn down the chance to stay in a castle? Glentruim Castle retains its traditional character while offering elegant surroundings and luxury accommodation.

Built in the 1840s Glentruim near Newtonmore sleeps up to fifteen guests and provides a flavour of an authentic Highland Estate with sumptuous elegance and luxurious home comforts. Continuing with distinctive properties that provide extra special touches, check out traditional, luxury self-catering from Great North Lodges. Catering for all party sizes (>2 and 23>) the charmingly named properties, in splendid locations, range from the immense Highland Lodge Estate and Mountain Bear Lodge to smaller but equally appealing properties such as Otter Pool Lodge. Most of the lodges have wood burners and outside Hot Tubs; many have luxury extras such as saunas or outdoor plunge pool.

So, there you have it; a variety of visitor accommodation in the Park. In addition, there is a plethora of welcoming B & Bs, self-catering country cottages, large houses, family run guesthouses and comfortable hotels.

See over 700 options at www.visitcairngorms.com So whether you opt for traditional or something a little out of the ordinary; slow the pace, stay a while; relax and enjoy.

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The Cairngorms National Park means so many things to so many people.

If you have a good story or would like to tell us why you love the Park, let us know so we can share it!

Email Sarah info@visitcairngorms.com

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See www.visitcairngorms.com for more information on each of the villages in the area.

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Balmoral Luxury Land Rover Safaris

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here’s a whole host of things to do in the Cairngorms National Park and more and more people are discovering just how special this place is.

There are so many ways to make the most of our beautiful surroundings so what are you waiting for? Have fun!

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

Carrbridge Pony Trekking Centre Ellan Bridge Stables

2 hour treks 10 –12pm & 2 – 4pm 1 hour treks 4.30 – 5.30pm Family mini treks also available

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Riding for all the family

Station Road, Carrbridge Tel: 01479 841602

Aviemore | Boat of Garten | Broomhill

Experience a scenic vintage trip in the beautiful Cairngorms National Park Dining on Board Summer Family Special with Peppa Pig & George 24 & 25 July Packages & Exclusive Experiences Gift Shops Book online: www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk

For full details & bookings please visit; www.bygonedrives.com or call Isobel T: 07974 691623.

Summer 2015 - Glenlivet Tour for £190 for 3pp

A nostalgic trip down memory lane in a vintage Bentley, enjoy beautiful scenic Speyside, whisky distilleries, our historic mills & castles, picnic by the River Spey, or try our Steamin ‘Vintage high in the Wilderness of Glenlivet. Enjoy motoring from a Bygone era.

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Ruaridh Ormiston, Biallid Farm, Laggan Road, Newtonmore PH20 1BP Tel: 01540 670000 Mob: 07920 556756 email: info@newtonmoreridingcentre.com www.newtonmoreridingcentre.com

Strathspey Highland Ponies Rothiemurchus Aviemore

All levels of rider welcome w Rides organised according to ability w Exhilarating hacks over varied terrain w Spectacular scenery and wildlife All on fit, fun, active and good mannered mounts Book at Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre T: 01479 812345 (daytime) M: 07884 276368 www.rothiemurchus.net

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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.

Great North Lodges

silverglades

holiday homes

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.

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. HHHH Contact Linda Murray Tel: 01479 810653 www.cairngorm-bungalows.co.uk

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

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Cairngorm Highland Bungalows

2-7 night breaks & any day check-in 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.

www.greatnorthlodges.co.uk gnl@greatnorthlodges.co.uk “Book Online” or call our Aviemore Office on 01479 812266

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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!

LOCH-AN-EILEIN POTTERY Rothiemurchus, Aviemore PH22 1QP Hand thrown terracotta pottery by Penny Weir.

Open by appointment or by chance if you’re passing ‘Throw Your Own’ on Thursdays, £13 a shot.

Open Daily - Please phone Penny for opening times & workshop details.

01479 810837 info@penspots.co.uk www.penspots.co.uk

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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!

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

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Boat of Garten - Tel: 01479 831 466 Local, Seasonal, Creative Food, Relaxed & Informal Dining Experience.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PIE NIGHT ~ A Delicious pie with mash or chips, and a beer or wine for only £12 CELLAR SUNDAY NIGHT ~ Traditional Sunday Roast £11.95. Bring your own wine. (Normal menu also available) T: 01479 831 466 or E: info@andersonsrestaurant.co.uk

www.andersonsrestaurant.co.uk

PINE MARTEN BAR

Dows Store & The Osprey Café

Great Freshly Prepared Food All Day Beers, Wines, Spirits & Malts In the lively Lounge, All Day ‘til Late with Regular Entertainment + Live TV Sports

Bed & Highland Breakfast from £40 per person, per night

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COUNTRY HOTEL & RESTAURANT Alpine Style Bar Glenmore Real Ales, Log Fire LIVE ACOUSTIC FOLK MUSIC MOST WEEKENDS Visiting Musicians Welcome 01479 861 229

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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

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 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

THE CROSS AT KINGUSSIE RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT WITH ROOMS

Fine Dining in the Cairngorms Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner AA Two Red Rosette Good Food & Michelin Guides 2015 www.thecross.co.uk 01540 661166

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Pizzeria, Bar & Takeaway

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LATAVERNA Italian all you can eat buffet Served all day Original Stone-Baked Pizza New takeaway menu available Tel: 01479 810 683

High Range, Grampian Rd Aviemore PH22 1PT www.highrange.co.uk

Royal Tandoori Restaurant and Take-away OPEN 7 DAYS

Lunch 12noon-2pm

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

Tel: 01479 811199 or 01479 811118

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

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Lunch served Monday-Sunday 12-2pm, Evening meals served 5.30-9pm

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Early Bird Voucher - Sun-Fri until 6.30pm.

25% discount based on pre-booking & taking 2 Courses - booking essential.

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