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Experience Forres! The outlook from the viewpoint at Califer Hill is stunning, giving you a perspective over the Forres area quite different to the more intimate standpoint of the streets and closes of the historic market town of Forres. This is a landscape of hills and forests to the south and the clean waters of the Moray Firth to the north, with the estuary of the River Findhorn between. Threading its way from west to east is the modern road, the A96 connecting Inverness and Elgin, and beyond to Aberdeen. Land, sea and river combine to give Forres a climate milder and warmer than you might expect; a natural environment of calming beauty and rich farmland producing high quality food and drink.
A Place of History Forres itself nestles against Cluny Hill, site of an ancient hill fort and probably a place of power and importance in early times. Kings and princes fought and died here, as Sueno’s Stone – the tallest Pictish carved monument in Scotland - stands testimony. This is the Forres of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, and the real Macbeth may well have stood atop Cluny Hill and pondered the future. In time, a royal burgh was founded at Forres and a fresh street plan was laid out, dominated by a new castle. The castle is long gone, its stonework re-used in later building and the centre of Forres is now a conservation area, with Victorian and later buildings set on the medieval street plan. There is a visitor information service in the Falconer Museum, right in the heart of the town close-by the Tolbooth.
Blooming Marvellous Many visitors to Forres are struck by the quality and abundance of the floral displays which have won many prestigious awards. Grant Park at the east end of the High Street is a perfect place for leisure and sports, with splendid walks up Cluny Hill to Nelson’s Tower, a community-run visitor attraction offering views across the coastal plain. There are footpaths here and elsewhere to help you enjoy our natural environment, including the Dava Way between Forres and Grantown to the south.
Out and About Forres area offers plenty of scope for exploration. Everything from thrilling wildlife watching on the Moray Firth to leisurely walking in Culbin Forest on the other side of the bay; and from high quality shopping to peaceful contemplation in the grounds of the 12th century Kinloss Abbey. The sense of wellbeing can be a tangible thing – no wonder the world-famous Findhorn Foundation eco-village sits so comfortably here.
Momentous Events In addition to the regular programme of events and celebrations throughout Forres area, this year will see three major new events. In June, Piping Hot Forres will fill Grant Park with pipers and spectators attending the European Pipe Band Championships. In late July the Orienteering 6day championship will set up its event HQ and official campsite in the grounds of Brodie Castle ready to welcome competitors from all over the world. Then in September, Findhorn Bay Arts presents Culture Day, a celebration of culture in all its forms ...welcome to Forres! Scotland’s national tourism site: www.visitscotland.com • Regional tourism information: www.visithighlands.com • Moray information: www.greaterspeyside.com and www.morayspeyside.com • Heritage information: www.morayconnections.com • Local Forres information: www.forresweb.net Forres Area Community Trust is a community development trust, working in partnership to make Forres a better place to live, work and visit. www.forresarea.org
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Things to see and do
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Tons of suggestions for when you are at a loose end
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Places to eat A veritable plethora of choice!
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Clubs and societies Join up and get connected with your community
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Medical and health information For all your emergency care
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Churches For a spiritual uplift
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Trades list When you just can’t find the tradesmen - look here
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Schools information All the schools in the area
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Local holidays
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Community Councils When you need to know who to contact
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Useful Numbers Many of the numbers you use regularly
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Forres is abundantly blessed with things to do, indoors and out, for all ages. Along with sailing, kayaking, and mountaineering, there are also more leisurely pastimes such as fishing on the River Findhorn or at Lochindorb, walking or running in the many woodlands in the town and the surrounding area, or along the beach, where it is not unusual to spot seals basking in the sun and even the occasional dolphin! There are two swmming pools available, one in the town and one at Kinloss as well as cricket, horse riding, rugby and football and for the more adventurous, you can even take a flying lesson over the stunning Moray countryside. Alternatively, you can sit and watch the world go by in the beautiful Grant Park.
ACTIVITIES Fishing The Glen of Rothers Trout Fishery, East Grange mill pond, and Tynet Trout Fishery provide excellent opportunities for fishing. The Angling Centre in Elgin is a place for all your fishing needs.
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Forres Mechanics FC: Next to the A96 north of Forres. Football offers opportunities for girls and boys to keep fit through Forres Under 7s, and there are a number of football pitches within the area.
Golfing Moray is home to many golf courses. Locations include Buckie, Dufftown, Elgin, Kinloss, Garmouth and Kingston, Grantown on Spey, Hopeman, Lossiemouth, Spey Bay, and Nairn Dunbar in the Highlands.
such as Ben Macdui, Ben Rinnes, Carn Daimh, and the Cromdale Hills. They offer stunning views of the environment and some contain good paths.
Horse riding There are many beautiful horseriding routes around Moray. Explore the environment within the forests of Culbin, Roseisle, and Lossiemouth. The Dava Way is also accessible to horses. An excellent leaflet produced by the Moray Equestrian Access Group can be obtained from the Tourist Information Office in the Falconer Museum in Forres. There are a number of organisations who offer horse riding lessons such as: Burgie Equine Centre, Equus Equestrian Centre, Moray Group Riding For The Disabled, Tomintoul Riding Centre, Garmouth Riding Centre, Rashcrook Equestrian, Logie Farm Riding Centre, and Mundole Equestrian Centre.
Jogging There are many ideal places within Elgin for jogging such as Cooper Park in Elgin. An organisation called “Jog Scotland Elgin” aims to get people jogging in the area.
Hill walking
Mountain Bike Trails
There are a number of places ideal for hill walking
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created some fantastic mountain bike challenges through the forested hills on the east of the River Spey. The Moray Monster Trails provide 30km of riding at three linked locations, Whiteash, Ordiequish and Ben Aigan. Local buses take bicyles at no charge. The Moray Mountain Bike Club aims to get people out and enjoy the countryside coupled with a good social atmosphere.
Rock climbing There are a number of places where you can do rock climbing. Covesea in Lossiemouth, Cummingston, Logie Head and inland at Huntly’s Cave are worthwhile to look at. The Moray Mountaineering Club has some members who are rock climbing enthusiasts who meet on a Wednesdat evening, usually at Cummingston sea cliffs.
Rugby Clubs include Moray Rugby Football Club, Buckie Scorpions, Kinloss Kestrels, and the Lossiemouth Owls.
Sailing Around the coasts, suitable locations for sailing include Lossiemouth, Portsoy and the Findhorn Bay. The Royal Yacht Club in Findhorn and The Moray Firth Sailing Club offer classes.
Surfing Lossiemouth is an excellent location for surfing, along with Sandend Bay to the east.
Swimming There are swimming pools in the following towns: Elgin, Lossiemouth, Forres, Aberlour and Keith.
Tennis There are clubs in Cullen, Keith, Aberlour, Elgin, Rothes and Forres. Within Elgin, there are three courts in Cooper Park.
Walking Burghead to Lossiemouth (Moray Coastal Trail) This grand coastal walk includes a fine cliff-top section with coves and seastacks, and finishes with a long walk across a huge sandy beach. Coastal footpath, undulating and slightly rough or muddy in places.
Culbin Forest, Forres Walks through pine woods to Findhorn Bay. The Hill 99 Viewpoint trail is an ideal walk for first-time visitors and takes about 2-3 hours starting from the main car park at Wellhill. There are easy-reach destinations such as the Gravelpit ponds (from Wellhill) and the
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Things to see and do Minister’s Pool (from Nairn East Beach), with attractive benches to rest at when you get there. Do take care and watch out for the the tide. Every year, there is a programme of ranger-led activites in Culbin. See the Forestry Commission in Scotland’s website: www.forestry.gov.uk
Dava Way, between Forres and Grantown-on-Spey Easy route suitable for both for walkers and mountain bikers. It links Forres and Grantown-on-Spey and almost all of the route follows the old Highland Railway line. It is off road and safe from traffic. Along the way, it passes a mix of farmland, woodland, and moorland.
Dunearn River Walk, Forres Views up and down the River Findhorn. The narrow path passes close to the edge of vertical drops down to the swirling waters. Forest paths, muddy at times with steep drops alongside to the river - care needed.
The Forest By The Firth Trail in Lossiemouth This is a walk that takes you along East Beach and into the forest. There is a map set into a stone, beside the wooden bridge at Seatown.
Quarrel Wood, Elgin Woodland walks through beeches, oaks and pines. Quarrel Wood commands a hilltop position overlooking Elgin, the Moray Firth and surrounding countryside.
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Randolph's Leap, Forres River, walks and leafy walks with history. A popular scenic river walk to Randolph's Leap where the River Findhorn is squeezed through narrow rocks. Starts from Logie Steading where there are toilets, farm shop, children's play area, heritage centre, and an excellent cafe.
Roseisle Beach, Burghead Woodland walks on to an expanse of Moray Firth beach. Access the beach to see the WWII coastal defences, including concrete tank cubes and pill boxes.
Speyside Way Starting at Buckie on the Moray coastline, The Speyside Way follows the course of the mighty River Spey up to Aviemore in the Cairngorms. There is also an offshoot that makes a hilly route from Ballindalloch to Tomintoul.
Torrieston Wood, Elgin Wayfaring course. An open sunny facility with ample parking space and a large grassy area.
Winding Walks, Fochabers This circular walk heads up the side of the Small Burn with the option of taking one of the winding paths through the trees. It then visits the wooden gazebo at Peep's Viewpoint overlooking Fochabers. Activity Providers Outfit Moray is an award winning outdoor education charity based in
Lossiemouth, Moray, north-east of Scotland. They offer activities, courses and tailored programmes for schools, adults, families, and groups. 15 Shore Street, Lossiemouth, IV31 6PB Tel: 01343 549571 Scotpeak is a specialist in guided day walks, walking holidays, rock climbing, mountaineering, abseiling, navigation, self lead walks, winter skills, charity walks and more. Email: john@scotpeak.co.uk
BEACHES Burghead Beach Burghead Beach marks the eastern end of Burghead Bay. It is a quiet beach popular with watersport enthusiasts and you will occasionally see windsurfers and kitesurfers. Initially stony, the beach then becomes sandy. The tide drifts a long way out making it ideal for kite buggying.
Culbin Sands A wild and beautiful beach, it is reached through the Culbin Forest from the main car park at Wellhill. It’s a two mile walk to the coast and the route can be confusing so make sure you pick up one of the free maps provided by the Forestry Commission. The beach and its adjoining sandbar stretch west for some 10 miles from near Nairn to the mouth of the River Findhorn.
Cummingston Beach Cummingston is a small village between Burghead and Hopeman. The beach is not well known and is not
signposted from the road but there's a short stretch of sand surrounded by beautiful rock formations and caves. The cliffs are popular with rock climbers practising their art.
East and West Beach, Lossiemouth East Beach can be accessed by the old wooden bridge, which crosses the River Lossie. With a long stretch of golden sand and dunes to protect from the weather, it is one of the most popular beaches in Moray and the waves are ideal for surfing and kitesurfing all year round. West Beach is tucked behind Moray Golf Club and leads onto a long esplanade for parking. An excellent sandy beach leads to Covesea Lighthouse. There are interesting rock pools to explore on the near side. Overhead, you are likely to see jet planes on their approach to the RAF Lossiemouth runway.
Hopeman Beaches East Beach is the main beach in Hopeman and has lots of rock pools to explore as well as a wide area of sand. It's the only place in Moray with beach huts, most of which are brightly coloured and a real gem for photographers. West beach in Hopeman is a short sandy hidden stretch beside the caravan site. Most visitors will drive past it but park near the harbour and walk past the boat repair area towards the caravan site to find 250m of lovely sand.
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Nairn East Beach The wilder of Nairn’s two great beaches it is backed by large sand dunes and stretches for a mile down the coast to the RSPB reserve at Culbin.
Roseisle Beach Woodland walks on to an expanse of Moray Firth beach. Access the beach to see the WWII coastal defences, including concrete tank cubes and pill boxes.
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The Loft at East Grange Host to one of the premier live music venues in the Moray area. Styles of music are varied with blues, indie, celtic, country, americana, folk and jazz regularly taking their turn on stage.
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ENTERTAINMENT Findhorn Foundation On the outskirts of Findhorn village is the world famous Findhorn Foundation, a thriving holistic community and eco-village which is a haven for many from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Visitors are welcome to walk around the community and see the various projects in action.
Lossie Folk Club The folk club meets every Tuesday night and everyone is welcome to go along to listen or join in. Each year the club organises a
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Provides a first-class live venue in Moray offering a wide variety of high quality entertainment and is not afraid to try something new! Live Music · Theatre · Comedy · Film · Children’s Shows. Open all year. Pitgaveny Quay, Lossiemouth Tel: 01343 814004
FAMILY FUN Bowl 2000 Ten Pin Bowling & Lunar Land. Moray's only 10 pin bowling alley is popular with visitors and local people. As well as bowling, you can play pool, air hockey and games in the amusement area. Lunar Land play area
is a safe, fun area for children. Bar & catering facilities. 2 Moycroft Industrial Estate, Elgin IV30 1XZ T: 01343 541444
Cooper Park, Elgin Cooper Park is a short walk from the centre of Elgin and remains an important part of the community. Boats are available for hire in the summer months on Cooper Park pond. The other side has a well equipped play park, bird aviary and bowling green. There are tennis courts and a great pitch and putt course.
Findhorn Marina & Boatyard Learn to sail or powerboat, all year round courses, available for children and adults. Come and play with the seals at Findhorn Seals Club. Kayak hire available. Captain’s Table Cafe for all your refreshment needs. Tel: 01309 690099
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The Warehouse Theatre, Lossiemouth Provides a first-class live venue in Moray offering a wide variety of high quality entertainment and is not afraid to try something new! Live Music · Theatre · Comedy · Film · Children’s Shows. Open all year. Pitgaveny Quay, Lossiemouth Tel: 01343 814004
Woodside Farm shop, cafe and play area Eastern end of Kinloss and offers a wide range of home grown vegetables as well as free range eggs and home bred Aberdeen Angus beef. open 7 days a week, it also houses a delightful coffee shop and children’s play area. Open MondaySaturday 10:30am-4pm and 11:30am-4pm on a Sunday. 01309 690258
GUIDED TOURS Findhorn Village Centre Provides recreational and lesirue time facilities, encourages educational groups, participation training, after-school clubs/IT resources. For more info, contact Christine Hunt on 01309 692339.
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LOCAL HISTORY AND HERITAGE Auchindoun Castle Dufftown Overlooking the River Fiddich and beside the old hill road to Strathdon, the castle’s setting makes it for a romantic vision of a medieval Scottish castle. 2 miles south of Dufftown on the A941. Tel: 01667 460232
Auld Brig of Keith Keith This was a packhorse bridge from 1609, located just south of the bridge carrying the modern A96 Inverness to Aberdeen road over the river.
In springtime, the grounds are capetted with daffodils which the castle has become well-known for. There is also a shop, tearoom, picnic area, plant sales and an advernture playground. The grounds are open all year. For Castle opening times, please check their website: www.nts.org.uk Tel: 0844 493 2156.
Brodie Castle Home to the Brodie family until the late 20th century, it is now owned by the National Trust for Scotland. Lying off the A96, the castle dates back to the 16th century and inside you will find unusual plaster ceilings, a large art collection, porcelain and fine furniture.
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Duffus Castle Located just outside Elgin, Duffus Casle is a fine example of a motte and bailey castle. The original seat of the Moray family. Strong footwear is recommended and parking is available. Tel: 01667 460232.
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Chanonry Lighthouse Completed in 1846 it marks the narrows between Chanonry Point and Fort George on the approaches to Inverness Harbour and the Caledonian Canal. The shore beside the lighthouse is the best place in Scotland from which to see bottlenose dolphins.
Balvenie Castle Dufftown Originally the seat of the powerful Comyn earls of Buchan, it contains a formidable curtain wall - a rare example of 13th century military architecture in Scotland. Located at Dufftown on the A941, AB55 4DH. Opens April to September, Monday to Friday, 9:30am5:30pm.
April, 1746, when the army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart was crushed by Government forces, led by the Duke of Cumberland.
Clava Cairns, Culloden, Inverness The three chambered cairns, each surrounded by a ring of standing stones, form one of the most impressive prehistoric sites in Scotland. Several of the stones have carved cup-marks.
Craigellachie Bridge Built in 1812-1814, it is the finest remaining example of Thomas Telford’s ironwork in UK. It is located at Craigellachie, near to Aberlour.
Culloden Moor Battlefield Scene of the last major battle fought on mainland Britain. The final Jacobite uprising ended here on 16
One of the iconic buildings in Moray and makes an impressive sight especially walking towards it from Cooper Park. It is one of Moray’s most popular tourist attractions. Parts of the Cathedral date to the early 13th Century. Although partly ruined, it's still possible to climb one of the towers and enjoy views out over Elgin.
Elgin Closes Explore the many closes and alley ways of the High Street.
Fisheries Museum, Lossiemouth Providing insight into the life and dangers of the fishing industry. Pitgaveny Quay, Lossiemouth May-September. Mon-Sat: 10am-4.45pm
Fochabers Folk Museum and Heritage Centre Opened in 1984, the museum houses a collection of gigs and carriages and an eclectic array of everyday objects showing the way of life and traditions of the north east
of Scotland in the 18th and 19th centuries. Tel: High Street, Fochabers,1V32 7DU Tel: 01343 821204 • Mon: closed • Tues-Fri: 11am-4pm • Sat-Sun: 2pm-4pm Opens for the season Easter weekend. Closed end of September.
Fort George, Ardersier The most outstanding artillery fortification in Europe, Fort George was built following the 1745 Jacobite rebellion as a base for the army of George II.
Gordon Castle, Fochabers The Gordon Castle estate offers a wide range of tailor made packages and itineraries for sporting activities, private parties, weddings, corporate groups and events. The fully catered Castle together with the delightful selfcatering cottages are also an excellent choice for holidays and short breaks throughout the year. Gordon Castle, Fochabers, IV32 7PQ Tel: 01343 820244
Grant Park Forres House and its grounds were gifted to the town in 1926 by Sir Alexander Grant, a wealthy benefactor of the town. To celebrate its opening, the Australian XI cricket team played a match here. Forres House was the town’s library until the 1970s when it burnt down. The library was rebuilt on the other side of the road and the foundations of the original house were excavated and are now the beautiful sunken gardens. In the park, there are picnic areas,
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Things to see and do a bowling club, the cricket pitch, woodlands walks, a children’s play area, public conveniences as well as the floral sculptures that Forres has become so famous for in the Scotland and Britain In Bloom competitions. It is also home to the Forres Highland Games in July and the incredible Forres Fireworks in November. Grant Park, Victoria Road, Forres. Open all year round.
records, and discover hidden secrets. Friendly staff are available to help you with your research on your family tree. Institution Road Elgin IV30 1RP Tel: 01343 569011 • Mon, Wed, Thur & Fri: 10am-5pm. • Tues: 10am-8pm • Sat: 10am-12noon
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With the fishing fleet largely gone, the harbour is now an attractive yachting marina with 78 berths. The refurbished harbour buildings hosts the Fisheries Museum, café and craft shops. There is also a children’s play area nearby.
It was the largest Cistercian Monastery in the North. Kinloss Abbey is approximately 3 miles east of the town of Forres.
Knockando Woolmill Knockando Woolmill is an A-listed group of buildings in the Spey Valley. The Woolmill itself contains original textile machinery acquired over the centuries. Knockando, Aberlour, AB38 7RP Tel: 01340 810345
Ladyhill, Elgin Ladyhill with its column dedicated to the Duke of Gordon dominates the Western part of the town. It is worth the steep climb up steps (from opposite the Postal Sorting Office) for the view over Elgin. There are a few remains of Elgin castle on the top of the hill.
Lecht Mine, Tomintoul The former Lecht Mine which when in operation during the mid Nineteenth Century was the largest ever manganese mine in Scotland. Tel: 01479 870070
Elgin Local Heritage Centre Look through old newspapers, browse family
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Macbeth's Hillock, Brodie This is the location where Macbeth is reputed to have met the witches.
The Mercat Cross Stands in the centre of the High Street. It was erected in 1844 and is built in the gothic style.
Mortlach Church, Dufftown One of the oldest sites of Christian worship in Scotland. The church of Mortlach was dedicated to St. Luag who was also patron of an ancient Celtic monastery in the area. Tel: 01340 820538 or 820380
Nelson's Tower, Forres Monument with great views over to the Black Isle. Standing high on Cluny Hill, Nelson's Tower looks down, with some presence, over Forres. Erected by public subscription, the tower was built as a memorial to Admiral Lord Nelson. Tel: 01309 672513
Pluscarden Abbey A tranquil place, founded in the thirteenth century and still inhabited by a community of monks. Information boards tell its turbulent story. Visit the small abbey shop which sells honey and produce from the gardens. West of Elgin, signposted from the A96.
the Catholic priesthood. From 1717 to 1799 over 100 priests were trained at this secluded site, despite repeated attacks by Hanovarian soldiers, and the College played a vital role in keeping the traditional Catholic faith alive in northern Scotland.
St Laurence Church A church has been on this site since medieval times having been commissioned by Alexander III of Scotland in honour of St Laurence. The original building was famously burned down by the Wolf of Badenoch in 1390. The impressive building that dominates the town today was built in 1904 and took 19 months to build. It is a fine example of gothic architecture and whilst the exterior is impressive, the interior has been described as unmissable - well worth a visit. It is located in the High Street and is open daily.
Rothes Castle, Rothes
Millbuies Country Park One of Moray's hidden gems. There is a walk around a tranquil loch with a mix of pine and deciduous trees and wildlife. The loch is stocked with rainbow trout and it is possible to spend the day fly-fishing from a rowing boat. Fishing permits are available from the park warden.
Only one wall remains but great views from Castle Hills. Built to protect the vital trade routes to Elgin the site of Rothes Castle is recognised as one of the most ancient strongholds in Moray. It is estimated that the castle was four storeys high and was protected by a portcullis and drawbridge.
Scalan Seminary, Glenlivet For most of the 18th century the Seminary of Scalan in the Braes was the only place in Scotland where young men were trained for
Tomintoul Museum The highest museum in the Highlands. Located in the Square of Tomintoul. • April, May, June, September & October, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm • July and August, Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm • Sun: 1pm-5pm During visitor season: Tel: 01807 580285 During winter months: Tel: 01309 673701
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Seatown, Lossiemouth Seatown is a collection of small cottages huddled together beside the River Lossie. It sits beside the Spynie Canal, which was built in the early 1800s to a design by Thomas Telford. Nearby is the old market cross.
Spynie Palace For five centuries until 1686, Spynie Palace was the residence of the bishops of Moray. There are superb views. Spynie Loch can be seen from the tower. The mighty tower house was one of the largest in Scotland. 2 miles north of Elgin off the A941, IV30 5QG Tel: 01343 546358
in the British Isles. Sueno’s stone is thought to date back to the 9th or 10th century. Carved on one side is a Pictish cross whilst on the other side is a battle scene thought to commemorate the Victory of King Malcolm 2 over the Viking King Sweyn. The stone was uncovered in the middle of the 18th century and the glass casing that protects it today was added in the late 1990s. It is located at Findhorn Road, and is open all year round.
The Thomson Monument Erected in 1857 on the site, where there once stood a castle, this monument commemorates the life of James Thomson, a surgeon from Cromarty who died at the age of 31 in the Crimea. At the time, the people of Cromarty did not want the memorial erected there so it was placed in Forres instead.
On the morning of Christmas Day 1806, 21 men from Stotfield Village set to sea in three fishing boats taking advantage of calm weather. The weather turned and the sea took all 21. A beautifully made granite boat commemorates the lives of these men and the others who have been lost at sea. Set on the west beach esplanade, it overlooks the natural harbour and on a fine day you can see Northerly tip of Scotland.
Sueno’s Stone One of the most impressive standing stones in Europe and the largest Pictish stone
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Known for Bonnie Prince Charlie staying here on route to Culloden, the Thunderton House is a cosy and friendly pub serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner until 9pm. It is also available for backpackers to lodge in. Thunderton Place, Elgin, IV30 1BG Tel: 01343 554920
The Witches’ Stone This stone, thought to date from Pictish times and to have been used as an altar to the Sun God, marks the resting place of one of three barrels in which three witches were rolled down Cluny Hill. The Witches’ Stone, the Victoria Road, Forres outside the police station.
MOUNTAINS AND HILLS Ben Aigan
The Tolbooth Stotfield Disaster Memorial, Lossiemouth
Thunderton House, Elgin
A govermmental building of some sort has stood on this site since records began but the building you see now was completed in 1849 and was home to Forres Town Council until 1976. Now, the Community council of the Royal Burgh of Forres hold their monthly meetings in the courtroom of The Tolbooth.
Ben Aigan lies to the east of Rothes, the north east of Craigellachie and to the east of the River Spey which flows along the foot of its western and northern slopes. Rising to a height of 471m (1546 feet) and extensively forested apart from the summit cone, the top of Ben Aigan provides magnificent views over Speyside, south to Ben Rinnes, and away to the north over the Moray Firth to the hills of Sutherland.
Ben Avon Ben Avon is the most easterly mountain of the main Cairngorm range. It occupies a vast area to the north-east of Glen Quoich stretching towards Inchrory and the River Gairn, and it is
recognisable from many viewpoints across Moray by the granite tors on the skyline of its long flat plateau.
Ben Rinnes Ben Rinnes is the highest freestanding mountain in Moray at 2733ft (841 metres), and is classified as a 'Corbett' - a summit lying between 2500ft and 2999ft.
Carn Daimh from Tomnavoulin Cairn Daimh (Hill of the Stags) at 1866ft (570m) is most often ascended in the course of following the Tomintoul Spur of the Speyside Way, between Glenlivet and Tomintoul.
The Convals Hill The Convals (Meikle Conval, 571m and Little Conval, 552m) are the two 'rounded humps' separated from Ben Rinnes by the 'Beatshach', the pass linking Speyside to Glen Rinnes.
Corryhabbie Hill/Cooks Cairn from Glenlivet Corryhabbie is the highest point of the long moorland ridge between Glen Rinnes and the heads of Glenfiddich and Glenlivet. From the plateau-like summit there are extensive views over vast rolling hills and moors to the Cairngorms to the south and Ben Rinnes to the north.
Corryhabbie Hill, Glen Rinnes A fairly easy ascent leading to the moorland summit of Corryhabbie Hill with extensive views over Glenlivet, Ben Rinnes and Speyside. Moorland and farm tracks complete the circuit.
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Things to see and do MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Art Exhibitions - in Cooper Park Library The library acts as an occasional Art Gallery with frequent exhibitions by local artists, woodworkers and photographers throughout the year. Elgin museum also has temporary exhibitions. The main art gallery is Moray Art Centre in Findhorn.
The Castle Gallery 43 Castle Street, Inverness, IV2 3DU.
Elgin Museum Elgin Museum can be found at the East end of the High Street beside the old market cross. Visitors can view informative displays giving an overview of Moray including agriculture and commercial history. Of particular note are the Pictish stones and ancient Coracle (small round boats) used for fishing. 1 High Street, Elgin, IV30 1EQ Tel: 01343 543675 • Opens April to October. • Mon-Fri: 10am-5pm • Sat: 11am-4pm • Sunday: closed
Forres Museum Newly refurbished but retaining Victorian ambience. Many events for crafts and history take place here for children and for adults. • April-Oct, Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm • Jul-Aug, Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm Sun: 1pm-4pm • Nov-Mar, Tues-Sat: 10am-2pm Tolbooth Street, Forres. Tel: 01309 696261
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Grantown Museum Grantown Museum tells the story of the town’s beginnings and is a source of great pride to the people of Grantown.
The Green Hall 2 Victoria Street, Craigellachie, Aberlour, AB38 9SR Tel: 01340 871010
Highlanders Museum Housed in the Lieutenant Governor’s quarters at Fort George – one of Britain’s greatest military buildings – the museum tells the story of three famous Scottish regiments: the Seaforth Highlanders, the Queens Own Cameron Highlanders and the Lovat Scouts. Tel: 0131 3108702
Just Art, Fochabers 64 High Street. Tel: 01343 820500.
of veteran, vintage, classic cars and motorbikes. Most of which are on the button ready to go. Added to this are the model cars and automobilia which make this a visit not be missed. Bridge Street, Elgin, IV30 4DE Tel: 01343 544933
Aviemore to Broomhill via Boat of Garten, part of the former Inverness and Perth Junction Railway which linked Aviemore with Forres.
Nairn Museum and Nairn Fishertown Museum
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The museum tells the story of Nairnshire and the families who had lived and worked in burgh or county. Family history enquiries welcome. Viewfield Drive, Nairn
Still Life Picture Framer & Gallery 126 High Street, Aberlour AB38 9NX 01340 871457
Tomintoul Gallery
Lantern Gallery of Fine Art
82 Main Street Tomintoul, Ballindalloch AB37 9HA Tel: 01807 580458
18 South Guildry Street, Elgin, IV30 1QN Tel: 01343 546864.
Tomintoul Museum
Logie Steading Forres, IV36 2QN. Tel: 01309 611370.
On the margin of the Cairngorm Mountains. Central location in the village square and an insight into the history of Tomintoul and Glenlivet.
Moray Art Centre
Baxters Baxters offers a wide range of food products, speciality foods, clothing, cookware and gifts. There is also a restaurant serving meals. Mosstodloch Industrial Estate, Mosstodloch, Fochabers IV32 7LD Tel: 01343 820393
Black Isle Wildlife & Country Park The Park consists of 50 Acres which is home to a wide range of animals. Such as Ducks, Emu, Lemur, Zebra and everyones favorite the meerkat. This is just a small selection of the animals that can be viewed at the park. The Croft, Drumsmittal, North Kessock, IV1 3XF Tel: 01463 731656
Bow Fiddle Rocks
The Park, Findhorn, Forres, IV36 3TA Tel: 01309 692426
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Moray Motor Museum, Elgin
UK’s most northerly heritage railway for the past 12 years, running for 11 miles from Keith Town, Keith to Dufftown via Drummuir.
Along this section of the Moray Firth the sea has carved prominent caves, arches and sea stacks in the steeply folded Cullen quartzite rocks. This is the same rock, which forms the hill of the Bin of Cullen to the south of Portknockie.
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Moray Motor Museum is housed in a light and airy old mill building, part of which dates back to the era of the Cathedral when the Bishops of Moray ruled Moravia, and was used by them as a grain mill. The Moray Motor Museum houses a superb collection
The Keith & Dufftown Railway
The Strathspey Railway in Badenoch and Strathspey, Highland, Scotland, operates a 10 miles preserved railway from
Situated in a tranquil part of the north-east of Scotland, Brodie Countryfare offers a pleasant shopping experience. There is also an
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nature reserve where you can see many birds including oystercatchers, turnstone, curlews and osprey.
Fort George Califer Viewpoint, Forres
Ardersier, Inverness, IV1 7TD Tel 01667 460232.
Califer Hill Viewpoint is a picnic site and superb viewpoint with extensive breathtaking views across the Moray Firth, Findhorn and beyond. Access to the viewpoint at Califer Hill is suitable for all age groups and wheelchair users.
Tomnavoulin Wildlife watching in Cairngorm National Park. Glenlivet Wildlife, Easter Corrie, Tomnavoulin, Glenlivet, AB37 9JB Tel: 01807 590241
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One of the largest garden centres in Scotland with a restaurant containing a seating capacity of 150. The Nurseries, Fochabers Moray IV32 7PF Tel: 01343 820362
Forres House and its grounds were gifted to the town in 1926 by Sir Alexander Grant, a wealthy bemefactor of the town. In the park, there are picnic areas, a bowling club the cricket pitch, woodlands walks, a children’s play area, public comveniences as well as the floral sculptures that Forres has become so famous for through the Scotland and Britain in Bloom competitions. It is also home to the Forres Highland Games in July and the incredible Forres Fireworks in November. Grant Park, Victoria Road, Forres. Open all year round.
Culloden Battlefield On 16 April 1746, it was at the Culloden Battlefield that the Jacobite army fought to reclaim the throne of Britain from the Hanoverians for a Stuart king. For more information, there is a visitor centre with an interactive exhibition, battle immersion film, roof-top viewing and a battle table and much more. Culloden Moor, Inverness, IV2 5EU Tel: 0844 4932159
Findhorn Bay Hide Findhorn Between Kinloss and Findhorn is a bird hide offering shelter and open views across Findhorn Bay, the outlet of the River Findhorn. The bay is now a
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Glenlivet Wildlife,
Hopeman Sandstone Hopeman Stunning rock formations and dinosaur footprints
Inverness Floral Hall and Visitor Centre Enjoy a tranquil break amidst beautiful floral displays. Walk along winding paths through sub-tropical greenhouses past sparkling watercourses, fountains and
ponds alive with tropical fish.
Johnstons of Elgin Also known as Johnstons Cashmere, Johnstons of Elgin creates cashmere cloth, knitwear and accessories from its mills in Elgin and Hawick. There is a restaurant and cafe serving hot and cold food. Newmill, Elgin, IV30 4AF Tel: 01343 554000
Logie Steading Logie Steading is a converted farm building now home to a variety of businesses. Located in the River Findhorn Valley approximately 6 miles south of Forres, you will find antique furniture, an art gallery, a second hand bookshop, cafe and a farm and garden shop selling Logie Longhorn beef amongst other things. There is also a walled garden and playground as well as the River Findhorn Heritage Centre. Visit www.logie.co.uk Tel: 01309 611378
Mackenzie & Cruickshank Considered one of the top 10 independent garden centres in Scotland, there is a wide range of items for your home and garden. Additionally, there is The Potting Shed Coffee Shop which accomodates 150 and is home to fine and fresh food. Tel: 01309 696940 Website: mackenzie-cruickshank.com
children’s play park here as well as a public WC, barbeque area and walks as well as access to the beautiful long, sandy beach. Evenets are hed here by Forestry Commission rangers throughtout the year. Check with their website for details.
Speyside Centre Located in the Cairngorms National Park, this is a definite attraction to every visitor to the Highlands. There are wildlife viewing stations, a gift shop and boutique, art gallery, The Clootie Dumpling Restaurant and much more. Skye of Curr, Dulnain Bridge, Inverness-shire PH26 3PA Tel: 01479 851359
Spynie Loch Hide See many bird species on this ancient loch.
Walkers of Aberlour Founded by Joseph Walker in 1898, the Walker family have been producing shortbread for over a hundred years. There is a shop where biscuits, rotary tins, oatcakes and cakes can be bought. Charlestown of Aberlour, Banffshire, AB38 9PD Tel: 01340 871555
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WHISKY DISTILLERIES Aberlour Distillery Pure spring water for making the whisky is drawn from underground springs, and the maturing spirit in the warehouse beneficially inhales the moist Speyside air. Aberlour, AB38 9PJ Tel: 01340 881249
Balvenie Distillery, Dufftown See the barley malting process for malt whisky Tours are available to book. Balvenie Maltings Dufftown, AB55 4BB
Benromach Distillery, Forres From a small and almost lost distillery emerged a single malt with distinctive qualities reflecting its hand-made credentials as well as encapsulating the self-reliance, sophistication and modern values of Scotland today. Invererne Road, Forres, IV36 3EB Tel: 01309 675968
Cardhu Distillery, Knockando Share with us the story of Cardhu Distillery, the only malt distillery pioneered by a women. The malt whisky produced at the Cardhu Distillery has a warmth and cleanliness of taste which experts describe as "silky" and is used in some of the award winning Johnnie Walker scotch whiskies. Knockando, Aberlour, AB38 7RY Tel: 01479 874635
Dallas Dhu Distillery, Forres The picturesque distillery of Dallas Dhu was built in 1898 to produce malt whisky for Glasgow firm Wright and Greig’s popular ‘Roderick Dhu’ blend. From Inverness train station, take Scotrail train (Aberdeen) to Forres (25 mins). Walk 15 mins to the Distillery.
Dufftown Whisky Museum The Dufftown Whisky Museum provides a unique opportunity to discover the secrets of whisky making in days gone. It also gives a fascinating insight into the lives and times of whisky smugglers. Tel: 01340 820507
Glen Grant Distillery, Rothes On the Malt Whisky Trail with its own Victorian Gardens. Tours available. Rothes, Aberlour, AB38 7BS Tel: 01340 832118
Glen Moray Distillery, Elgin Part of the Malt Whisky Trail, this distillery is based next
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to the banks of the River Lossie and operated by a dedicated small team. Regular daily tours are available, as well as the “Fifth Chapter Tours” where you can pre-book a more detailed tour of the distillery. Tastings on the Glen Moray Range are also on offer. Additionally, there is a gift shop and a coffee shop on the premises. Bruceland Road, Elgin, IV30 1YE. Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm. Sat (May-Sep): 10am-4:30pm.
Glenfarclas Distillery, Ballindaloch Glenfarclas is renowned for producing Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky in the traditional Speyside style, with a heavy Sherry influence. Glenfarclas Distillery, Ballindalloch, Banffshire, AB37 9BD, Scotland. Tel: 01807 500257
Glenfiddich Distillery, Dufftown On the Malt Whisky Trail. Set in the heart of the Highlands, Glenfiddich (meaning ‘Valley of the Deer’ in Gaelic) is a place of breathtaking beauty. Dufftown, AB55 4DH
tours which take in the full production process. Sample tastings are available to be booked. Charlestown of Aberlour, AB38 9RX Tel: 01340 871471
Speyside Cooperage, Craigellachie A unique visitor centre experience. In the heart of Scotland’s rolling hills lies Speyside Cooperage, the only working cooperage in the UK where you can experience the ancient art of coopering. Dufftown Road, Craigellachie, AB38 9RS Tel: 01340 871108
Strathisla Distillery, Keith Dating from 1786, much of the buildings have changed little, from the old cobbled courtyard to the distinctive double pagodas, making it one of the most picturesque distilleries in Scotland. Seafield Avenue, Keith, AB55 5BS Tel: 01542 783044
Glenlivet Distillery, Tomintoul From the wild and remote setting of Glenlivet comes a single malt of infinite elegance – the single malt that started it all. This is the perfect place to learn about the history of Scotch whisky. Ballindalloch, Banffshire, AB37 9DB Tel: 01340 821720
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Places to eat Restaurants Amici Restaurant 118 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 676200 Amoroma 98 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NX Tel: 01309 696920 Cardamon Spice 64-66 High Street, Forres, IV36 1PQ Tel: 01309 673475 Chapter One 39 High Street, Forres, IV36 1PB Tel: 01309 671682 The Loft Bistro & Venue East Grange, Kinloss, IV36 2UD Tel: 01343 850111 Simply Red Leys Road, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 676737 Cafes, Coffee Shops & Takeaways Ashers Bakery and Cafe 139 High Street, Forres, IV36 ODX Tel: 01309 672635 Brodie Countryfare Brodie, Forres, IV36 2TD Tel: 01309 641555 Clock Tower Pizza 1 Clock Tower Buildings, Seapark, Kinloss, IV36 3TT Tel: 01309 690003 Costa Coffee (in Tesco) Nairn Road, Forres, IV36 2EY Tel: 01309 674710 Covesea Cafe Covesea, North green near Lossiemouth, IV31 6SP Tel: 01343 815454
Chimes Tearoom 69-71 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672542
Thai Cottage 112 High Street, 112 High Street, Forres, IV36 Tel: 01309 676445
Findhorn Piers Cafe Royal Findhorn Yacht Club, Findhorn, IV36 3YE Tel: 01309 690247
The Almost Famous Bakery 22 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB Tel: 01309 672730
Forres Fish Bar Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 672479 Kinloss Chinese Takeaway 118 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 676200 Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway 129 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 673614 Logie Steading Dunphail, Forres, IV36 2QN Tel: 01309 611733 Mackenzie & Cruickshank 1 West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 696940 Macleans Bakery & Coffee Shop 110 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 672258 Miele’s of Forres Northern Fish Restaurant 28 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB Tel: 01309 672382 Moonlight Tandoori 106 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 672624 Wok Express Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 671222 Northern Fish Restaurant 28 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB Tel: 01309 672382
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The Bervie Chipper A96, Findhorn Bridge, Forres, IV36 3YG Tel: 01309 672110 The Blue Angel Cafe Findhorn Foundation, The Park, Findhorn, IV36 3TZ Tel: 01309 691900 The Bunty Shore Road, Forres, IV36 3YL Tel: 01309 690052 The Olive Tree Shore Road, Forres, IV36 3YL Tel: 01309 690052 Time Out 79 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672425 Turkish Kebab & Pizza House 149 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 671385 Speedy Pepper 143 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 676622 Woodside Farm Shop Woodside Farm, Kinloss, IV36 3UA Tel: 01309 690258 Hotels, Pubs, Bars & Inns Carisbrooke Hotel Drumduan Road, Forres, IV36 1BS Tel: 01309 672585
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Places to eat Cluny Bank Hotel Franklin’s Restaurant, St Leonard’s Road, Forres, IV36 1DW Tel: 01309 674304
Newmarket Bar 3-5 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 676466
Crerar Eight Acres Morriston Road, Elgin, IV30 6UL Tel: 01343 543077
Ramnee Hotel Victoria Road, Forres, IV36 3BN Tel: 01309 672410 The Abbey Inn Findhorn Road, Kinloss, IV36 3TX Tel: 01309 690475
Crown & Anchor Findhorn, IV36 3YF Tel: 01309 690243 Knockomie Hotel Grantown Road, Forres, IV36 2SG Tel: 01309 673146 Legends 122 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 674228 Mosset Tavern Gordon Street, Forres, IV36 1DY Tel: 01309 672981
The Carlton Hotel 67 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672531 The Eagle North Street, Forres, IV36 1AD Tel: 01309 672205
The Old Mill Inn Brodie, IV36 2TD Tel: 01309 641605 The Red Lion Hotel and Beastie Bar 2-6 Tollbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 672716 The Royal Hotel, Elgin Station Road, Elgin, IV30 1QW Tel: 01343 542320 Thistle Bar 168 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 672837 Victoria Hotel Tytler Street, Forres, IV36 1EL Tel: 01309 672744
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Clubs and Societies
Clubs & Societies 1ST KINLOSS SCOUT GROUP Provides Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorer Scouts for girls & boys 6-18yrs at Keddie House, Kinloss. Call Steve Ferris: 675028. ACTIVE KIDS CLUB Meets at Findhorn Village Centre on Tuesdays 5pm-6pm. £1 including snack, from age 3 to teens, in conjunction with Fun-Key Fitness. Call Karin on 01309 692339 or findhornvillagecentre@gmail.com AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS Fellowship of relatives/friends of alcoholics sharing experience and strength. Details of local weekly meetings can be found at www.al-anonuk.org.uk or call 020 7403 0888. ARENA96 BUSINESS NETWORK GROUP Meets on the last Thursday of every month. Friendly networking group for business people along the A96 corridor. No ongoing commitment or membership fees. £15 includes a meal & opportunity to meet other business owners and customers. Book at www.arena96.com ARK COMMUNITY NETWORKS Provides housing support & services to individuals with learning disabilities in their own homes. Call Andrew Findlay 675763 or email managerforres@arkha.org.uk ALVES CHURCH GUILD Call Mrs Butler 01343 850209 BABY BOP - PARENT & CHILD DANCE & PLAY CLASS Tuesdays, 18months-3years, 9.30 -10.30am (£2.50) 3months18months, 10.30-11am (£1.50). Forres House Community centre Tel: Emma 07973491963 BACH FLOWER DANCES Wednesdays, 10am-11:30am at Kinloss Parish Church. Cost £7.50 per person. No experience needed. Call Elisabeth Julian on 01309 691225 to book a place. BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP Last Thursday of the month, 7-9pm, Best Western Palace Hotel, 8 Ness Walk, Inverness. For those who have lost a baby before, during or after birth.
Bring along any photos or memory items. Contact Susan 07771358382 or Denise on 07724306983 CEROC DANCING IN ELGIN Meets at Eight Acres Hotel, Elgin, Sherwood Suite every Monday, 7:30pm-10:30pm. Ceroc resembles the dance styles of Jive, Ballroom, Tango and Salsa and for complete beginners, there will be a 45 minute class where 3 or 4 of the easier moves will be learnt. After which there will be two or three records (freestyle) where the routines can be practised. No need to bring a partner as you will get the chance to dance with everybody! www.cerocscotland.com CHILDREN 1ST (ELGIN) Provides a therapeutic service for children & young people to help them through the effects of abuse and neglect. Call Beth Fraser 01343 564170 or email : sheilagh.murray@ children1st.org.uk COFFEE CLUB Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.30am. All Welcome. Join us at the Findhorn Village Centre for homebakes and chat! Call Karin on 01309 692339. CULBIN SINGERS Regular Thursday evening practice sessions take place in St Laurence Church, Forres. New members welcome. Email: alasdair@manachie.eclipse.co.uk DALLACHY AEROMODELLERS Holds model aircrafts and helicopter flying at old Dallachy World War 2 airfield. Mainly at weekends. Offers training on dual control. www.dallachyaeromodellers.org.uk DALLAS MINIATURE RIFLE CLUB Mondays & Wednesdays 7pm-10pm, October-March at Dallas Rifle Club. To promote safe handling & instruction in competitive target shooting. Call Neil Sutherland 01343 890243 DARNAWAY CURLING CLUB Small, friendly club would be delighted to welcome new members for the coming season. Why not come and try a new sport. For further details contact evrae@hotmail.com
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DIABETES UK MORAY A support group for people with diabetes and those who care for them. We are active in raising awareness of diabetes, its risks and symptoms and in raising funds for local support and for research. For details of meetings, phone 01343 860671, write to Diabetes UK Moray, Arden House, Longmorn, Elgin IV30 8RJ or visit www.diabetesukmoray.org.uk DROP-IN @ NO1 LEASK ROAD Fridays 10am-4pm, tea, coffee & biscuits. Bring & meet, old & new friends. Hospitality, listening ear & christian lending library. We welcome you to your friday meeting place. EARTHTIME TODDLER ADVENTURES Creative & exploring sessions for you & your child (2 - 5 year olds, accompanied by a parent /guardian). At Oakwood, Elgin or Grant Park, Forres. See Earthtime’s Facebook page, call 07789 715380 or visit www.earthtime.co.uk FALCONER MUSEUM, FORRES Open: Apr - Oct, Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm (except public hols). “Fascinating Forres, Past & Present”. Free admission. FÈIS INBHIR NARAINN Reg. Charity No. SC038460. Weekly traditional music classes in guitar, fiddle, whistle, chanter, accordion, keyboard & bodhran. Any ability from age 8. Instrument hire available. Tel: 462681 or visit www.spanglefish.com/ inbhirnarainn FILM FORRES COMMUNITY CINEMA News of screenings and times on Forres Town Hall window, in The Forres Gazette and on www.filmforres.co.uk FINDHORN BOWLING CLUB Daily, 9am - 9pm, Apr - Sept, Church Place. Affiliated to the Scottish Bowling Association & Highland Bowling League. All ages & abilities welcome. Call Joan Tomkinson 673847 FINDHORN HERITAGE CENTRE AND ICE HOUSE Open 2pm - 5pm daily Jun - Aug; (Sat & Sun only May & Sept.) Discover secrets of the sands, prehistoric to present day & 150-
year old underground arched chambers. FINDHORN PLAYBACK THEATRE Improvisation drama. Regular rehearsal & performances at Findhorn Village Centre, IV36 3YR. For details, call 01343 850123 or visit www.findhornplaybacktheatre.co.uk FINDHORN TENNIS CLUB 2 full size & 1 short court. Family and junior rates available. Adult and junior annual subscription for unlimited play. Contact Margaret Tointon: 01309 692208.
FINDHORN VILLAGE CENTRE To provide recreational/leisure facilities, encourage educational groups, participation training, after-school clubs/IT resources for Findhorn inhabitants. Contact Christine Hunt 692339 FINDHORN WRI 1st Tuesday each month, James Milne Institute. Call Joan Tomkinson tel: 01309 673847 FITNESS LEAGUE (FORRES BRANCH) Tuesdays 10-11am, Forres House. Low impact exercise class in a relaxed atmosphere. Level - basic to moderate. Age 30+. Call Pam Watson 672971 FORRES 50 PLUS GROUP WALKING SECTION 2nd Friday of the month, 5 to 10 miles long. Usually good tracks or paths though sometimes over rougher stretches. (Affiliated to Grampian 50 plus Network) Call Margaret or Dave 01309 671724 FORRES & DISTRICT ROUND TABLE Contact Gary Banford 671435 FORRES ACCORDION & FIDDLE CLUB 2nd Wednesday each month, Victoria Hotel, Forres. Sept May. All levels & ages welcome. Call Ann Sharp 672672
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Clubs & Societies FORRES ANGLING ASSOCIATION February-September. Formed in 1933, the FAA water consists of four miles of double bank fishing on the River Findhorn. Visitor permits available. Contact Campbell Ross 690097 FORRES AREA FORUM 2nd Wednesday every month, 7pm-9pm in Forres Community Centre. For everyone who cares about Forres. Call 01309 676964 or email forresareaforum@ googlemail.com FORRES ARCHERS Wed, juniors 7 - 8.30pm & adults 7 - 10pm, Forres House. Age 10 years up. Call Mike Voyzey on 07812 825427 FORRES ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP Last Thurs each month, Forres Town Hall. Speakers & demos. Contact Marie McKay 673505 FORRES ‘BALL’ GROUP ‘Be Active Life Long’. Thurs 10am - 12noon, Forres House. Exercise to music for over 60s group. Contact 672838 FORRES BIG CHOIR Thurs 7pm, Kinloss Church, Forres. No auditions and no need to read music. Call Bill Henderson 672951 or Kate O’Connel 01343 850266 FORRES BLUEFINS SWIMMING CLUB Various training sessions for all levels of competitive swimmers. Regular intakes throughout the year. Call Jayne on 07825 951944. Email: bluefins@hotmail.co.uk FORRES BOWLING CLUB St Catherine's Road. New members and visitors welcome, Come along and enjoy a friendly game of bowls. Opening Day 21st of April at 2:00pm, Hat Nights Mondays and Thursdays 6:30 for 7:00 pm. Annual Subscription £40.00 (if you wish to join). Call Sam Morrison on 01309 676366 for further details. FORRES BRIDGE CLUB Mondays 7pm from the end of Sept - March at Forres Golf Club. Call Alison Collins: 01309 675730. FORRES CAMERA CLUB Forres Town Hall. Every
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Thursday at 7.30pm. Come and share our interest in photography. All welcome. Contact Gordon Grant 671936. FORRES COMMUNITY GARDEN 1.4 acre site on Bogton Road with space for individuals to grow food in small friendly groups. Contact Lorna 696233 or 07989 263028 FORRES COMMUNITY WEB To promote Forres on the Internet, Wed 7pm, Community Hub, Tolbooth Street, all levels welcome, aged 18+. Contact: Anthony Bowmer 672244 FORRES COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB 1st Friday each month, Victoria Hotel. Social & line dancing to live bands. Contact Billy 674674 FORRES CURLING CLUB Sept - Mar , Moray Leisure Centre. Coaching available. Call Ann Munro 690332 or email lambertmun@aol.com FORRES CYCLING CLUB Weekly runs leave the Clubhouse in Cumming Street, Forres at 9:30am every Sunday. Midweek training most mornings. Summer Tuesday evening race/social league for all ages. Races from May to September. To be the next Wiggins or Hoy, contact club secretary Alan White on 01309 674698 or alan.white.245@btinternet.com www.forrescyclingclub.co.uk FORRES GYMNASTICS CLUB Training, exercise & fun, through display work & competitions. Female only up to 18 yrs. Call Patsy FraserMackenzie 673316 FORRES HARD OF HEARING 1st Monday monthly, 2pm3:30pm at Forres Town Hall. To assist the hard of hearing/deaf & tinnitus sufferers. Any age, lipreading classes. Call: 672282/675075. FORRES HARRIERS Tues & Thurs 6.30pm Swimming Pool/Roysvale Park in Winter, Grant Park in Summer. Small friendly club, all ages & abilities. www.forresharriers.org.uk FORRES HOUSE BRIDGE CLUB Wednesdays 7pm, Sept - Apr,
Forres House. Tuition given in September. Beginners & new members welcome. Call Forres House Community Centre 672838 or Margaret Rankin 675353 FORRES HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE Wide range of activities, interests & facilities. Call 672838 or email forres.house@moray.gov.uk
Beginners/Juveniles Tuition: 6:30pm-7:30pm. Regular Pipers & Drummers: 7:30pm-9pm. New starters, pipers and drummers always welcome. Contact John Channon (secretary) at secretary@forrespipeband.co.uk or George Reynolds at georgereynolds182@hotmail.com FORRES QUILTERS Tuesdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm, Forres Community Centre. Call Mrs Maureen Brooks 675962
FORRES INDOOR BOWLING CLUB We meet at Forres Academy @ 6.45pm. Mondays, Thursdays @ Fridays. Come and enjoy a game of bowls. All ages and abilities welcome. Contact Anne McIntosh 01309641513.
FORRES RAMBLERS 1st Saturday each month, 9.30am at bottom of car park (opposite Applegrove School). Contact Carolyn Boyd 672286
FORRES LACE GROUP Wednesdays 7.30pm - 9.30pm in Forres Community Centre. Contact Rona Russell 673367
FORRES ROTARY CLUB Thursdays 12.30pm for 1.00pm at the Ramnee Hotel. Call Tony Galloway Secretary on 694816
FORRES / MOUNT DORA TWINNING ASSOCIATION Contact Kenneth J Laing 690398
FORRES SOCCER 7S Tel: 01309 676976. Mobile: 07990832097. www.forres-soccer7s.co.uk
FORRES & NAIRN DISTRICT WELFARE ASSOCIATION A football league made up from clubs and pubs in the Forres & Nairn area. Apr - Sept, age 16 + Call Stephen Levy 674875 FORRES MEN’S CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
1st Saturday each month for hot breakfast & Christian Fellowship. Call Barry Clarke on 676062 for details or email barrydclarke2@hotmail.co.uk FORRES OAP ASSOCIATION Wed, 1:45pm, Forres Town Hall. Teas, raffle and entertainment. New members welcome. Contact June Kirk tel: 673194 FORRES OSPREY TRUST Minibus for use of elderly and disabled people from Forres, Kinloss, Findhorn and environs for outings, meetings & clubs. Contact Magdalene Edmond: 01309 617155. FORRES OVER 60S LUNCH GROUP Fridays at 12pm, St Leonards Chuch Hall. 3 course meal. £4 per week. Open to anyone 60+. Contact Joan Lobbett on 01309 671150. FORRES PIPE BAND Practice evening on every Tuesday in the Town Hall.
FORRES SMALLBORE RIFLE & PISTOL CLUB Rifle, air rifle & air pistol target shooting. Call the club secretary on 01309 675105 FORRES SQUASH AND FITNESS CLUB 2 squash courts & 2 small gyms available any time of the day or night. Club night Sunday from 7.15pm when a warm welcome will always be extended. Call John Mckenzie 672103 FORRES ST LAWRENCE CRICKET CLUB Apr - Sept. Senior competitive cricket (weekends), coaching Tues and Thurs, 6pm - 8pm. Junior (over 9 years) coaching Mon 6pm - 7.30pm. All coaching in Grant Park. New players welcome. Call Gus Farr 672206 or Steve Hogley 672913 FORRES TOASTMASTER CLUB Communication & leadership skills through a structured course of speeches. All abilities and experience welcome. Part of Toastmasters International. Call Paul Harvey 694822 FORRES TENNIS CLUB Club Nights - Friday, courts available from 6.30pm. Social tennis where there will always be someone to partner up with. All
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Clubs & Societies ages, all abilities, all welcome. Call Julia Thomas 01343 890742 FORRES TOWN HALL CINEMA Fri 6.30 - 8.15pm, for 9-12 year olds & 8.15 - 10pm for 12-16 year olds. Free entry, yearly membership £1. Posters are displayed at schools & tickets can be collected at school offices in the week of each cinema night.
GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND Nairn & Moray Branch are looking for new branch volunteers. If interested, please contact Anna Temple or Anna Roberts tel: 01309 694866 HIGHLAND ROCK GARDEN CLUB 2nd Wed each month, 7.30pm, Oct - Apr, Nairn Community Centre. All welcome. Call Carol Shaw 641405 HIGHLAND SPIRITUAL CINEMA
FORWORDS The Forres Writing Group (reg. Scottish charity SC042049) Fortnightly 7pm-9pm. Call: Brian 674489 or email Helen at mrsaddy@hotmail.com FREE SOCIAL GROUP Last Thursday every month 7pm Muckle Cross, Elgin. For over 21s in Moray. Walking group, weekends away, attending music, theatre & cinema events. New members always welcome. FORUM FOR MEN Social group for gay, bi and T-men. Meets at Macnabs Bar, 8pm. Look for the red post box! Text/call: 07745 930383 for details. Email: morgan@tramstop.org FUSION TANG SOO DO Tues & Thurs Jnrs 6pm - 7:30pm and Adults 7:30pm - 8:30pm. Traditional Korean Family Martial Art. Open hand forms, weapons, self-defense, confidence & fitness. All ages & fitness levels welcome. Call Tracy McBay on 01309 672647 or 0781 496 2178 for further information. GRANT PARK BOWLING CLUB Daily 1 - 4pm & 6 -9pm, Apr Sept. Non-members & visitors £1 per session. All levels & ages welcome. Coaching available. Call Jim Hasman 673062 GIRLGUIDING MORAY 2 Rainbow units, 4 Brownie units, 4 Guide units and a Senior Section Unit in Forres & Kinloss. Call Maxine Chappell 675501 or email moraymax@tiscali.co.uk
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Inverness-based film group with monthly screenings of uplifting and inspiring films that educate, entertain and enlighten, with the opportunity to participate in post-film discussion. Tel: 01463 237452. www.highlandspiritualcinema. net HOP, SKIP & JUMP NURSERY Mon-Fri 9am-2.30pm, Russell Place, Forres. Pre-School Group, Ante Pre-school Group and 2-3 Club. Contact 671388 during nursery hours. IMPROVER LINE DANCING CLUB FOR OVER 50S
Wednesday 2pm, Masonic Hall, Forres Only £3.50. Easy routines for fitness and fun with Jenny Duncan (ukaptd h/c). Call Jenny tel: 01463 233151 or Jacqui tel: 672019 JOG SCOTLAND FORRES Mondays 6.30pm, all welcome. Walk and jog your way to better health. Call 676595 or 673859 KINLOSS KESTRELS Sun 10.30am - 12 noon. Junior rugby football team, RAF Kinloss Rugby Ground, ages 5-17 . KNIT & NATTER
Tuesdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm, Findhorn Village Centre. All ages welcome. Join us for some fun and chatter. Call Karin on 01309 692339. LEANCHOIL HEALING GROUP Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm at Leanchoil Hospital. Contact Mrs Grant on 01309 674243.
LGBT 5K RUNNING GROUP Meets every Wednesday at Inverness Leisure at 6.30pm. Email: jampa40@yahoo.co.uk or text/call 07941 553620 for details.
LGBT MORAY Social networking for bisexual, transgender, lesbian & gay people in Moray. 1st Tues & 4th Thurs 7.30pm @ The Muckle Cross, High St, Elgin; 3rd Sat 10.30am Time Out Café, High St, Forres. Tel: 07598418638 or email: lgbtmoray@gmail.com LGBT SOCIAL Meets first Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm at the Muckle Cross Pub, Elgin. Also, meets third Saturday of the month at 10:30am at Time Out, Forres. Text/call 07598 418638. MACMILLAN CANCER RELIEF (FORRES BRANCH) Contact Sheila Warrener 672216 MACS MORAY AREA CANCER SUPPORT A support group for anyone of any age affected by cancer. If you are in need of support or know of someone who needs support, or you wish to be a volunteer please contact us on 07516219151 or e-mail info@ macsuk.org for more infomation. MEN’S CHOIR Alternate Tuesdays 7.30pm9.30pm at St. John’s Church, Forres. All kinds of music. No experience necessary. Contact Bill 01309 672951 for more details. MORAVIAN ORIENTEERS All ages welcome. Contact Dr Douglas Murray 672545 or email douglas.murray9 @btinternet.com
monumental inscriptions in churchyards & cemeteries in Moray. Contact Helen Mitchell on 01343 546620 or visit www.mbgrg.org MORAY COAST MOTORCYCLE CLUB 1st Wednesday every month at Mill House Hotel, Tynet, Buckie. Social ride out’s, fundraisers and more. Visit www.mcmc.org.uk or call Tracey Scott on 07928 444376 MORAY DISABILITY FORUM We welcome everyone interested, or working in the area of disability to become a member of the group. Call Mike McKenzie, c/o Moray Resource Centre, Elgin. Tel: 07967 440164 MORAY CEILIDH CLUB Informal, fun night out! All welcome! Dances explained for beginners and those members who cannot remember! BYOB. Contact Anna Ross 842953 or visit www.moraycc.org MORAY, BANFF & BADENOCH DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY (MBBDFAS) Meets 10 times a year for lectures on arts, Eight Acres Hotel, Elgin. Contact Mrs. Caithness 672510 MORAY GAELIC GROUP Mondays, 7:30 - 9pm, at Moray College. Conversation classes led by volunteer native gaelic speakers. £5 year membership. moraygaelicgroup@uhi.ac.uk www.facebook.com/moraygaelic
MORAY ACCESS PANEL To help improve access to buildings or any other access problems throughout Moray. An advisory body made up of disabled and Moray Council reprentatives. Meets every month at The Moray Resource Centre, Elgin. New members are always welcome. E-mail: wheelsgalore100@googlemail.c om
MORAY ADVANCE MOTORISTS & MOTORCYCLISTS Reg. Scottish Charity SC 033561 visit www.morayiam.org.uk or call 01309 673954
MORAY & NAIRN FLORAL ART CLUB Come and watch talented flower demonstrators at work. Contact 01309 673431 or 673552.
MORAY GROUP OF THE RIDING FOR THE DISABLED Volunteers needed at sessions to lead ponies or to act as helpers for riders. Mon &/or Wed afternoons at Cranloch Riding Centre near Elgin. No experience needed, training provided. Call Denise on 01343 850310 or Liz on 01343 556167
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Clubs & Societies MORAY MODEL RAILWAY GROUP Contact Norman Dusty Millar on 01343 830928 or see our website www.moraymrg.org.uk MORAY MOUNTAINEERING CLUB Meets 3rd Sunday each month, 7.30am. Bus picks up at Bank of Scotland, Forres. For details visit www.moraymc.wordpress.com MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS MORAY By people with multiple sclerosis for people with multiple sclerosis A website of info & support for people with MS, their friends, family & carers. www.MSMoray.net
there life changed through faith in Jesus. Call Campbell 01667 455149 to book a place. NAIRN U3A Nairn U3A is a self help group for informal learning in a social setting for those no longer working full time. Meets fortnightly Wednesdays at 1.45pm in Nairn Community Centre. A guest speaker may entertain us, or the afternoon might feature a DVD and ends with tea and biscuits. Special interest groups, reading, history, scrabble, music and more meet on other days. Call 01667 453537 or visit nairnu3a.org.uk
NHS RETIREMENT FELLOWSHIP Every 2nd Wednesday, 2pm, Sept - Jun. Elgin Town Hall Supper Room. Contact Mary Nelson 01309 675371
NATIONAL CHILDBIRTH TRUST Antenatal classes and breastfeeding support. Meetings and outings in Forres and Elgin area. Email: nct_moray@yahoo.co.uk
NAIRN’S MEN’S BREAKFAST Meets third Saturday(not Jun or Dec) 9.45 at Dunbar Golf Club, Lochloy Road, Nairn. The opportunity for men of all ages & denominations to share how
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DECORATIVE AND FINE ARTS SOCIETY (MORAY BANFF AND BADENOCH BRANCH) Meets 2nd Wednesday of the
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month at 11am in the Sherwood Suite at the Eight Acres Hotel, Elgin. Monthly lectures on a variety of arts related subjects are delivered by experts from across the UK. New members always welcome. Contact Sarah Fennings-Mills: 01343 831002 or www.nadfas-in-elgin.org.uk NCT BUMPS AND BABIES GROUP Meets every Tuesday 10am at Cumming hall, Kinloss. Come along for a chat a cuppa and a biscuit. A great way to meet other parents and parents-to-be. No need to book - just pop along. If you have any questions, please contact hayleybarnes@btinternet.com NETMUMS Being a mum can be very isolating so meeting other mums can be a lifeline. Elgin and the surrounding area is such a great community and our mums are very welcoming, so come along and see what we are all about. Visit www.netmums.com for details of a local venue, contact
Claire Brenton on 07989 135607 or email claireymac1@aol.com ‘NO STRINGS ATTACHED’ CONFIDENTIAL HELPLINE Caring for someone affected by drugs, alcohol or mental health issues and feel that it’s having an impact on you and the rest of your family? Call 01343 555031 Anonymity if required PET FOSTERING SCOTLAND Supporting pet owners in an emergency situation. Volunteers care for your pet in their own homes for short periods. Reg. charity SCO15672. Volunteers needed. Tel: 0844 811 9909 www.pfss.org.uk PEEK-A-BOO CRECHE (KINLOSS) Drop-in creche for all Moray children. Places can be booked in advance. Contact Susan Whittaker-Smith 691442 PHOENIX MARTIAL ARTS Contact Miles Hatch 674427
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AFTER SCHOOL PICK-UPS For peace of mind and worry free childcare, at the ARK we can collect your child from any local / Elgin School.
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Clubs & Societies QUARRIERS CARER SUPPORT SERVICE MORAY Practical and emotional support for unpaid Carers of Moray. If you could use some help or just want to find out more about what we do, call 01343 556031 RAFFORD SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE GROUP Thursdays 8pm-10pm Rafford Village Hall, Oct - Mar. Call Sheila Biggs tel: 672756 RAFFORD TODDLER GROUP Tuesdays 9.30am - 11.30am, Rafford Hall. Call Pauline 671592 RAFFORD WRI Meets 3rd Wednesday each month at 7:30pm in Rafford Village Hall. Contact Marie Jacques on 01309 672956 or Hilda Massie on 01309 676360 RSCDS (FORRES BRANCH) Scottish Country Dance classes Sept - Mar: Adults: Mon 8pm 10pm, Town Hall, Forres. Juniors (age 5-15 years): Wed 6.30pm8.30pm, Lesser Town Hall. Contact Mrs E Grant, 15 St Leonards Drive. Tel: 01309 675187. RIDING FOR THE DISABLED (FORRES, NAIRN & DISTRICT) Opportunities to ride and give therapeutic benefit to disabled children in the Forres and Nairn area. Call Mrs P. Christie 0845 241 5301 for details. ROYAL FINDHORN YACHT CLUB All a prestigious yacht club can offer, and Findhorn Piers Cafe, too. Tel: 01309 690247. SALTIRE SOCIETY HIGHLAND BRANCH Meets Saturday mornings in Inverness for talks on a wide range of Scottish topics. St Andrews Day celebrations, Burns lunch & summer outing. Call Alan Niven on 01667 459449 or email: alan.niven@hotmail.com SHRIMPS PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Fridays 9.30 - 11am, £2 per session. Crafts, Games, Stories & Songs, Findhorn Village Centre. Call Karin 01309 692339 or just come along and Join in!'
ST LEONARD’S GUILD Meets fortnightly at 7:30pm in St. Leonard's Hall. New members always welcome. Call Frances Buchanan on 01309 675585 for more information.
THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION (MORAY) FORRES Cubs - Mondays, Beavers Tuesdays, Scouts - Fridays. beavers@morayscouts.org.uk (or @..... or scouts@..... etc)
T-EXCHANGE MAKERSPACE Make things, build things, and exchange ideas. Third Friday of every month. 7.30pm at Findhorn Village Centre. Details on www.t-exchange.net or contact Bill on 07925 551191.
VARIS CLUB 1st Tuesday each month, 10am, Forres Town Hall. Open to all retired business and professional people. Guest speakers, new members welcome. Contact Norman Thomson: 676884.
THE HANDYPERSON SERVICE (MORAY) Providing a small (free of charge) repair/assistance service to those with no local family or friends available. Supports vulnerable, elderly, and disabled members of the community to maintain independence and a better quality of life in their own homes. Call 01343 559739
VARIS PLAYERS Amateur dramatics society in Forres. Call Samantha Robertson: 01309 676022
THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND BANFF & MORAY Promoting the NTS and fundraising to support local properties, Brodie Castle and Leith Hall. Varied annual programme of events. Ring the secretary on 01343 835258 or email secretary2.bmnts@btinternet.com TOO MANY KOOKS Wednesday evenings. Womens acappella singing group, some performing, world music, gospel, scottish etc. Call Kate O’Connell 01343 850266 TRANSITION TOWN FORRES Local group promoting local solutions to fossil fuel shortage and climate change. Contact ttforres@googlemail.com TREES FOR LIFE GREEN DAYS OUT For people in Moray & Invernessshire. Spend a day carrying out conservation tasks. Transport, tools and training free of charge. Pick ups available. Volunteers over 18 with a reasonable level of fitness. Every Wed & last Sun of the month. Booking essential. Call Mick on 01309 691292 or email mick@treesforlife.org.uk TRIBAL BELLY DANCE CLASS FOR BEGINNERS Mondays 7-8pm, Findhorn Dance Studio. Call Caroline on 01340 810258
VOLUNTARY ACTION MORAY Encourages and supports voluntary activity, assist local groups and identify needs which require development. Contact 01343 541713. WALKMORAY (NHS GRAMPIAN) Do YOU want to get more active? WalkMoray offers
volunteer-led, short, weekly walks in various locations. For details, contact the Healthpoint: 01343 567842. WESTERN FRONT ASSOCIATION We hold 9 meetings per year on Saturday afternoons in Elgin Library. Open to anyone with an interest in WW1. Contact Derek Bird on 01343 870562 or email chairman.wfasnb@virgin.net www.wfascotlandnorth.org.uk YOGA CLUB Mon 9:45am-11:15am - regular class & Tues 7pm-8:30pm for pregnancy yoga at East Grange Farm House (by The Loft). Call Valerie Ritchie on 07767497936 for details or email valeryritchie2@tiscali.co.uk YOUTH CLUB Thursdays 6.30pm-8pm. £1 per session. All welcome. Call Karin at Findhorn Village Centre on 01309 692339.
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WHY NOT GIVE IT A TRY? Call Forres Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre
Tel: 01309 672984 www.morayhydrotherapypool.co.uk
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ACUPUNCTURE MORAY ACUPUNCTURE Healthworks, 5 Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU Tel: 07513 038007
ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT DIANA GRELL 5 Robertson Place, Forres, IV36 1EU Tel: 01309 676871 FINDHORN FLOWER ESSENCES Cullerne House, Forres, IV36 3YY MORAY OSTEOPATHS 5 Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU Tel: 01309 671413 NATURAL BALANCE HEALTH STORE (OSTEOPATH) 142 HIgh Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 694824
DOCTORS
HOSPITAL
FORRES HEALTH CENTRE Forres Health Centre, Castlehill, Forres, IV36 1QF Tel: 0845 337 1120
LEACHOIL HOSPITAL St Leonard’s Road, Forres, IV36 2RF Tel: 01309 678523
DENTISTS
MASSAGE & THERAPIES
LEYS DENTAL PRACTICE South Street, Forres, IV36 1DE Tel: 01309 673553 ORCHARD ROAD DENTAL PRACTICE The Mews, Orchard Road, Forres, IV36 1PJ Tel: 01309 675544 K H LANG 50C High Street, Forres, 1V36 Tel: 01309 675544
KIRSTY WRIGHT, SPORTS & REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPIST Tel: 01479 821184
NEUROMUSCULAR HIGHLAND NEUROMUSCULAR MOVEMENT SERVICES 58 Burdshaugh, Forres, IV36 1NQ Tel: 01309 676335
HOLISTIC MASSAGE NURSING HOMES LEV SELLER HOLISTIC MASSAGE 69 Forbeshill, Forres, IV36 1JJ Tel: 01309 671411
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Medical & Health Information OPTICIAN MCCLINTOCK OPTICIANS 1 Saint Leonard’s Road, Forres, IV36 1DN Tel: 01309 673801 MCLACHLAN OPTICIANS 74 High Street, Forres, IV36 1PQ Tel: 01309 675089
PHARMACIES BOOTS 90 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NX Tel: 01309 673370 CLEAR PHARMACY 99 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 672614 ROWLANDS PHARMACY 83 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 672784 SUPERDRUG 42 High Street, Forres, IV36 1PF Tel: 01309 696951
MOSS PHARMACY 166 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 672262
MORAY HYDROTHERAPY POOL Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1AB Tel: 01343 547237
PODIATRISTS/ CHIROPODISTS
VETS
BRENDA FINDLAY 18 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 696994
MORAY COAST VETERINARY GROUP The Surgery, West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 672243
VARIS MEDICAL PRACTICE Castlehill, Forres, IV36 1QF Tel: 0845 3371120
OTHER
PHYSIOTHERAPY
ARK CHILDCARE Woodside Steading, Mosstowie, Elgin, IV30 8UW Tel: 01343 551664
ANNIE GRIFFITHS 26 Ferryhill, Forres, IV36 2GY Tel: 01309 676050
POOL AND FITNESS FORRES SWIMMING POOL & FITNESS CENTRE Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1FG Tel: 01309 672984
CHOICES FOR CHILDREN Fostering Services 6 Moss Street, Elgin, IV30 1LU Tel: 01343 563679
Church Listings Lighthouse Church
• Mass on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 10am.
Meets at Clovenside Chapel, Clovenside Road, Forres. Tel: 01309 672215. Email: info@lighthousechurch.co.uk • Every Sunday at 10am and 6:30pm.
Tel: 01309 674375. Email: glcinfo@tiscali.co.uk • Gospel meeting every Sunday at 6:30pm
St John the Evangelist
Kinloss, Findhorn & Alves Church of Scotland
Tel: 01309 672856. Email: cliffpiper@tiscali.co.uk • Meets every Sunday at 8am for Communion and 10am for Family Service.
Tel: 01309 690931 or 690349 • Alternating weekly, Kinloss and Findhorn at 10am and Alves 1st Sunday of each month at 11:30am
St Laurence
Rafford Church
Tel: 01309 672260. Email: barryj.boydstlaurence@btinternet.com • Meets every Sunday at 10am for Family Service.
Contact Anne Garrow (session clerk): 01309 672930
St Leonards Tel: 01309 641239. Email: sessionclerk@stleonardschurchforres.com • Meets every Sunday at 10am for Family Service and 6:30pm for Evening Worship.
Caroline Street Gospel Hall
• Meets every Sunday at 9:30am for Family Service, our praise is from CH3 and Mission Praise. After the service, we enjoy fellowship over a cup and a biscuit. All welcome.
Edinkillie Parish - Church of Scotland Contact Mr Campbell Falconer (session clerk): 01309 674249 • Sunday worship at 11:30am
Quaker Meetings Findhorn Village Centre. Tel: 01309 673703 or 01309 675588 • 1st and 3rd Sundays
St Margaret’s Catholic
Moray Grace Fellowship Alves Village Hall. Contact Vic Cameron: 01343 850142. Email: vic.cameron2803@btinternet.com • Sunday worship at 11:30am
Contact Father Barnett: 01667 453323
The Lighthouse Baptist Church The Lighthouse Baptist Church is a modern church in terms of our worship style but very much rooted in the Bible
Jesus said:
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will have the
Join us at Clovenside Chapel, Clovenside Road, Forres at 10.30am every Sunday morning and 6.30pm every Sunday Evening. Tea and Coffee is shared following the morning service. No invite needed - just turn up!
light of life” He also said: “For God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. God sent his Son into
Join us in worshipping God through prayer and singing. All ages welcome. Crêche and Children’s Sunday school available
the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him. “
Trades Listings
Trades List Builders Build One The Park, Forres, IV36 3TZ Tel: 01309 690123 Excel Scotland LTD 1 Upper Hempriggs Cottages, Kinloss, Forres, IV36 2UB Tel: 01343 850066 Hay Bruce Joiner Building 29 West Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 672400 Hay Forres Ltd Plasmon Yard, Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 672400 Ingram Building LTD Quarryridge, Dallas, IV36 2RW Tel: 01343 890369 John Gardiner 7 Findhorn, IV36 3YE Tel: 01309 690080 Kinloss Construction 2 Damhead Steading, Kinloss, IV36 3UA Tel: 01309 690080 Kylauren Homes Meadow Lea, 5 Montgomery Drive, Nairn, IV12 5RW Tel: 01667 452508 Norwood Homes LTD Millbrae, Findhorn, IV36 3YY Tel: 01309 691200
Alexander Flemming House, 8 Southfield Drive, Elgin, IV30 6GR Tel: 01343 552550
Builders Merchants Keith Builders Merchants Ltd Waterford Way, Forres, IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 676444
Building Maintenance & Repairs Team Q Maintenance LTD 26 Trenchard Crescent, Kinloss, IV36 3UP Tel: 01309 691333
Carpenters A J & E H Noble Fleurs Road, Forres, IV36 1LY Tel: 01309 674990
Developers Dallas Estates Estate Office, Dallas, IV36 2RY Tel: 01343 890204
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Springfield Maintenance & Repairs
James M Duggie & Sons 2 Fyrish Road, Findhorn, IV36 3YT Tel: 01309 690323 M J Mackintosh Heathfields, Rafford, IV36 2SJ Tel: 01309 674619
Jake Fraser Garden Services Braemar, Forres, IV36 2RT Tel: 01309 674202
Handyman
Paul Jarvis Easter Greens, Dunphail, IV36 2QR Tel: 01309 611297
Dittmar - Your Handyman Tel: 07900 846937
The Northern Lights 39 Bogton Road, Forres, IV36 1BH Tel: 01309 675703
Fencing M M Fencing Ltd 8 Moy House Court, Forres, IV36 2NZ Tel: 01309 671395
Electrical Contractors
Flooring
Handyman To Know 29 Ryvoan Place, Forres, IV36 1FX Tel: 07523 254123 Ian’s Handyman Service Tel: 01343 842761 Need A Man That Can Todholes Farm, Forres, IV36 2RW Tel: 01343 890241 Tony Hartley Handyman & Gardening Services Forres, IV36 2TW Tel: 01309 641693
Joiners
MRD Flooring 48 Bogton, Rafford, IV36 1BJ Tel: 07775 837074
Gardening
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J K Gardencare 27 Forbeshill, Forres, IV36 1JJ Tel: 01309 671903
A Rowe Domestic Solutions Kinloss, IV36 Tel: 01309 692372
E Paton Fencing Ltd Windy Knoll, Darklass Road, Forres, IV36 2LP Tel: 01309 641515
D.G. McKenzie 8 Ferry Road, Forres, IV36 2SF Tel: 01309 673222
Garden Dreamer The Old Kirk, Forres, IV36 2TL Tel: 01309 641144
Michael Ure 16 Drumduan Road, Forres, IV36 1BS Tel: 01309 675032
Home Hardware Forres 107-111 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 672248
R & F Builders 59 Califer Road, Forres, IV36 1HY Tel: 01309 671346 Remac Construction Ltd Waterford Road, Forres, IV36 1DR Tel: 01309 674577
GM Electrical 54 Old Whitemire Farmhouse, Darnaway, IV36 2TW Tel: 01309 641048
Dyke Nurseries Forres, IV36 2TF Tel: 01309 641362
Allan Cormack Joiners & Building Contractors Allheagar, Mannachie Road, Forres, IV36 2JT Tel: 01309 675391 B Macarthur 59 Grant Drive, Forres, IV36 1FT Tel: 01309 673999 Bruce Hay St Leonard’s Works, 29 West
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Trades List Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 672400 CS Carpentry & Joinery 2 St Ronans Road, forres, IV36 1BQ Tel: 01309 671996 G Nicol Drumoak, Main Street, Dallas, Forres, IV36 2SA Tel: 01343 890201 George Macdonald Maree, Burghead Road, Kinloss, IV36 3UA Tel: 01309 690315 Hectors Home Services Half Davoch, Dunphail, Forres, IV36 2QG Tel: 01309 675118 Ian Stephen 19 Highfield, Forres, IV36 1FN Tel: 01309 676814 Ian Mclennan 5 Macbeth Road, Forres, IV36 1HS Tel: 01309 673905 S.T. Building Services (Forres) Ltd 36 West Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 677747 Scott Hanton Joinery Culbin View, Kintesseck, Forres, IV36 2TG Tel: 01309 641080
Key Cutting Fast Fix 86 High Street, Forres Tel: 07725 209119
Kitchen Planning Ian J S Design & Build Jubilee Hall, Tytler Street, Forres, IV36 1EL Tel: 01309 675492
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Landscape Design Highland Landscape Design Ltd Morven, Caroline Street, Forres, IV36 1AN Tel: 01309 676800 PJ Mclean Tel: 01479 873935
Monumental Mason & Memorials R McGregor 42 Randolph Lane, Forres, IV36 1HF Tel: 01309 671982 James K Kemp South Street, Forres, IV36 1DE Tel: 01309 676777
Motoring Alves Autos Tel: 01309 692222 Dunlop’s 15 Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres Tel: 01309 676783 GT Tyres 15 West Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 674161 Kinloss Garage Seapark Road, Kinloss, IV36 3TJ Tel: 01309 690539 Michael Adam Motor Engineer The Workshop, Waterford Road Industrial Estate, IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 671722 Moray Car & Commercials Waterford Industrial Estate, Waterford Road, Forres, IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 672828
Wilmac Garage Ltd 5 Greshop Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GU Tel: 01309 694838
Painters & Decorators C & S Ames Tapers 24 Ferryhill, Forres, IV36 2GY Tel: 01309 676348 Dennis Tough 1 St Catherines Court, Forres, IV36 1ZN Tel: 01309 358040 David Stephen 134 Anderson Crescent, Forres, IV36 1NE Tel: 01309 676686 G Cooper 68 Anderson Crescent, Forres, IV36 1ND Tel: 01309 671124 Ian Fraser Tel: 01309 675191 Kevin Milne Cooperhill Farmhouse, Forres, IV36 2TU Tel: 01309 641652 NJ Stables 1 Macbeth Road, Forres, IV36 1HS Tel: 01309 675044
Plumbing & Heating Christie Heating & Plumbing 5 Bracany Park, Fogwatt, IV30 8FJ Tel: 01343 862832 D Mackintosh Struan, Alexandra Terrace, Forres, IV36 1DL Tel: 01309 674492
IV36 1BH Tel: 01309 672063 H. W. Moore Ltd 45 Mannachie Grove, Forres, IV36 2WE Tel: 01309 672105 Hardie Services 16 Pilmuir Road West, Forres, IV36 2HL Tel: 07778 210878 S.J. Mcritchie Plumber 8 Argentier Road, Forres, IV36 1FE Tel: 01309 672414 Stuart Allan Plumbing & heating Engineer 29 Knockomie Rise, Forres, IV36 2HE Tel: 01309 671449
Roofing Contractors Brodie Roofing Brodie, IV36 2TD Tel: 01309 641189 JKM Maintenance Woodlands, Pilmuir Road West, Forres, IV36 2HN Tel: 07771 662226 L.J. Still Roofing & Building Services 5 Station Cottages, Dunphail, Forres, IV362QW Tel: 07786 236200 Roof Wizard 4 Sweet Hillock Farm Cottages, Alves, IV36 2RA Tel: 07765 947025 R.T. Roofing 30 Bogton Road, Forres, IV36 1BH Tel: 01309 696931 S & J Roofing Services 44 Macdonald Drive, Forres, IV36 1NG Tel: 01309 671162
David O’Driscoll 41 Bogton Road, Forres,
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Trades List Steel Fabrication A J Engineering West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 671919 Rennie Fabrication 2 Waterford Way, Waterford Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 251194
Tree Services Altyre Sawmill Wardend, Altyre, IV36 2SH Tel: 01309 673379 Christie-Elite Nurseries The Nurseries, Bogton Road, Forres IV36 3TW Tel: 01309 672633
K. H. Tree Surgery Anderson Crescent, Forres, IV36 1NE Tel: 01309 671651
Windows, Doors & Conservatories Fersina Windows & Conservatories (North) Ltd 29 West Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 675454
Forres Tree Services Tel: 01309 675834
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Fiona McIntyre – Approved Driving Instuctor 2 Wellside Cottages, Forres, IV36 2SP Tel: 01309 358279
Sandy Combe: Sand-Ease Healthcare Tel: 01343 850087 Skin Specialist Unique Beauty, Forres Tel: 01667 493745 Stuarts Cycles 32 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB Tel: 01309 672432
Frockabers 48 High Street, Fochabers, IV32 7DU Tel: 07515 107558
Tullochwood Lodges Rafford, Forres, IV36 2RU Tel: 01309 673311
Horizon Blinds Unit 1, Tyock Ind. Estate, Elgin, IV30 1XY Tel: 01343 552555
Wheelchair Care 21 West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel; 01309 672254
Macbeths Butchers 11 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 672254
Ultimate Hair & Beauty 228 High Street, Elgin, IV30 1BA Tel: 01343 556611
Marian Warrener 35 Fleurs Drive, Forres, IV36 1NA Tel: 01309 672995
Zumba Fitness: Katy Squirrel Tel: 01309 641604
Taxi Mundole Taxis 3 Caroline Street, Forres, IV36 1AQ Tel: 01309 673168
Others ECD Highland Tree Services 49 Councillors Walk, Forres, IV36 1HA Tel: 01309 250880
DLP Storage Begrow Farm, Duffus, IV30 5QW Tel: 01343 830416
Beaver Travel 78 High Street, Forres Tel: 01309 672203 Chemsafe 36 Sutors Park, Nairn, IV12 5BQ Tel: 01463 490051
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Schools PRE-SCHOOLS DYKE PRE-SCHOOL Meets at Dyke Village Hall in the morning and afternoon. Funded places for 3-5 year olds. There is also a 2-3 Club. Contact Mrs yvette Halpin: 07816 197766. HOP, SKIP AND JUMP NURSERY Meets at Russell place, Forres. Pre-school group, ante pre-school group and 2-3 Club. Contact 671388 during nursery hours, Mon-Fri 9am-2:30pm. LITTLE ACORNS CHILDCARE CENTRE Burghead Road, Kinloss, Forres, IV36 3SX. Tel: 01309 691395. NOAH’S ARK DAYCARE NURSERY SCHOOLS Tel: 01309 672296. Balnageith Road, Forres, IV36 2SX PEEK-A-BOO CRECHE (KINLOSS) Drop-in creche for all Moray children. Places can be booked in advance. Contact Susan Whittaker-Smith: 691442.
PLAYMATES Pre-5 centre, Scout Hall, Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU. Contact: 07785 267032. RAFFORD TODDLER GROUP Meets Tuesdays 9:30am11:30am at Rafford Hall. Contact Pauline: 671592. RAINBOW CHILDCARE & EDUCATION LTD NURSERY SCHOOLS Little Crook, Forres, IV36 1LN. Tel: 01309 672111 SHRIMPS TODDLER GROUP Findhorn Village Centre, Church Place, Findhorn, Forres, IV36 3YR. Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays 9:30am-11am.
PRIMARY SCHOOLS (Moray Council) ANDERSON’S PRIMARY High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB. Contact: Mrs Gail McIntosh, head teacher. Tel: 01309 672887. APPLEGROVE PRIMARY Orchard Road, Forres, IV36
1PJ. Contact: Mrs Lesley Meehan, head teacher. Tel: 01309 672367.
SECONDARY SCHOOLS (Moray Council)
DALLAS PRIMARY Dallas, IV36 2SA. Contact: Mrs Arlene Wilson, head teacher. Tel: 01343 890206.
FORRES ACADEMY Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1FG. Contact: Mr Laurence Findlay, head teacher. Tel: 01309 672271.
DYKE PRIMARY Dyke, IV36 2TF. Contact: Carole Grant, acting head teacher.
CAREERS ADVICE Advice, information and guidance in career options.
KINLOSS PRIMARY Burghead Road, Kinloss, IV36 3SX. Contact: Mr Robert Hair, head teacher. Tel: 01309 690376.
Nairn Community Centre, King Street, Nairn, IV12 4BQ. Tuesdays only: 9:15am12:30pm and 1:30pm-4pm.
LOGIE PRIMARY Dunphail, Forres, IV36 2QG. Contact: Miss Morven Snodgrass, head teacher. Tel: 01309 611258.
Careers Advice, Elgin, 7 Commerce Street, Elgin, IV30 1BS. Mon, Tues, Thurs: 9am5pm. Wed: 10am-5pm. Fri: 9am-4:30pm.
MORAY STEINER SCHOOL Drumduan House, Clovenside Road, Forres, IV36 2RD. Tel: 01309 676300. PILMUIR PRIMARY Pilmuir Road, Forres, IV36 1HD. Contact: Mrs Kate Elder, head teacher.
SCHOOL TERM DATES May Day Holiday Mon 6th May 2013 In-Service Closure Thurs 16th May 2013 In-Service Closure Fri 17th May 2013 In-Service Closure Mon 20th May 2013 Summer Term Ends Fri 5th Jul 2013 for 2013/2014 (all dates inclusive) Autumn Term Starts Tues 20th Aug 2013 Autumn Term Ends Fri 11th Oct 2013 Autumn Holiday Starts Mon 14th Oct 2013 Autumn Holiday Ends Fri 25th Oct 2013 Winter Term Starts Mon 28th Oct 2013 In-Service Closure Mon 18th Nov 2013 In-Service Closure Tues 19th Nov 2013 Winter Term Ends Fri 20th Dec 2013 The Annual Forres and District Area Guide 2013
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Local Holidays BANK HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL DAYS Early May Bank Holiday Mon 6th May 2013 Spring Bank Holiday Mon 27th May 2013 Father’s Day Sun 16th Jun 2013 Summer Bank Holiday Mon 5th Aug 2013 British Summertime Ends Sun 27th Oct 2013 St Andrew’s Day Mon 2nd Dec 2013 Christmas Day Wed 25th Dec 2013 Boxing Day Thurs 26th Dec 2013 New Year’s Eve Tues 31st Dec 2013 New Year’s Day Wed 1st Jan 2014 Scottish Bank Holiday Thurs 2nd Jan 2014 Valentine’s Day Fri 14th Feb 2014 Mother’s Day Sun 30th Mar 2014 Good Friday Fri 18th Apr 2014
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Easter Sunday Sun 20th Apr 2014 Early May Bank Holiday Mon 5th May 2014 Spring Bank Holiday Mon 26th May 2014 Summer Bank Holiday Mon 4th Aug 2014 Halloween Fri 31st Oct 2014 Guy Fawkes Day Wed 5th Nov 2014 St Andrew’s Day Mon 30th Nov 2014 St Andrew’s Day (observed) Mon 1st Dec 2014 Christmas Day Thurs 25th Dec 2014 Boxing Day Fri 26th Dec 2014 New Year’s Eve Wed 31st Dec 2014 New Year’s Day Thurs 1st Jan 2015 Scottish Bank Holiday Fri 2nd Jan 2015 Good Friday Fri 3rd Apr 2015
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Community Councils Dyke Landward Community Council Chairperson: Mrs Caroline Macleod Secretary: Mrs Carol Shaw Venue: Dyke Village Hall Frequency: Monthly Meeting Dates: 3rd Tuesday of every month Date/Time: 7pm Areas covered: Dyke • Conicavel • Culbin • Moy • Brodie • Kintessack • Earlsmill • Whitemire • Dounduff
Forres Community Council Chairperson: Mr John Bremner Secretary: Mr Colin Lipscomb Venue: The Tolbooth, High Street, Forres Frequency: Monthly Frequency: 3rd Thursday of every month Time: 7.30pm Areas covered: Forres • Mundole • Mannachie • Sanquhar • Knockomie • Chapelton • Balnageith •
Invererne • Waterford • Seafield • Hillhead • Netherton • Lochyhill • Springfield • Forres Enterprise Park
Findhorn & Kinloss Community Council Chairperson: Mr Les Morgan Secretary: Mr Tim Negus Frequency: Monthly Meeting Dates: Last Thursday of month (excluding July and December) Date/Time: 7.30pm Area Covered: Findhorn • Kinloss • Mill of Grange • Milton of Grange • East Grange • Cassieford • Kinloss Barracks • Seapark • Woodside • Newton of Struthers • Cassieford • Hatton • Damhead • Muirhead • Milton Brodie • Miltonhall To find more information and to view minutes of meetings, visit the Community Councils section of the Moray Council website.
USEFUL NUMBERS Police Station ................................................................101 Bus Station, Elgin .....................................(01343) 544222 Citizens Advice Bureau.............................(01343) 550088 Dalcross Airport.........................................(01667) 464000 Dallas Village Hall .....................................(01343) 890243 James Milne Institute (Findhorn) ............(01309) 692365 Rafford District Hall ..................................(01309) 674583 Forres Town Hall ........................................(01309) 675140 Moray Council (Forres)..............................(01309) 694000 Moray Council (Elgin) ................................(01343)543451 National Rail Enquiries ................................08457 484950 Forres Library ............................................(01309) 672834 Forres House Com Education Centre ....(01309) 672838 Forres Area Community Trust ....................07788 803559
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What’s On During the year, there are many events happening within the Moray area. There are numerous exhilirating and exciting sporting races and challenges occuring in the summer months such as the Glenlivet 10k Road Race and the Corrieyairack Challenge Run/Cycle . Not only these, but also musical events such as the Folk Festival in Lossiemouth and the European Pipe Band Championships take place, too. For something closer to home, take a look at the various events taking place during World Whisky Day with events taking place in various venues around Speyside. There’s plenty for everyone to take part in, it’s just a case of deciding what you want to do! Below are only a few of the events taking place.
MAY 2 Thursday - 6 Monday Spirit of Speyside Festival 9am Tastings, distillery visits, music etc. Phone: 07789 671635 Email: admin@spiritofspeyside.co.uk Website: www.spiritofspeyside.com
12 Sunday The Etape Caledonia Cycle Challenge 81 mile trek in stunning scenery of Highland Perthshire. Website: www.etapecaledonia.co.uk
12 Sunday - 17 Friday Aviemore Walking Festival 10am Enjoy the best of British countryside. Email: walking@f2s.com Website: www.nbremner.f2s.com
JUNE 2 Saturday Elgin Rotary Marafun Website: www.elginrotary.co.uk 14 Friday - 16 Sunday Rockness Now in its eighth year, the three-day long Rock Ness offers an eclectic selection of bands in a beautiful location on the banks of Loch Ness near Inverness, in Scotland. Website: www.rockness.co.uk 16 Sunday Bike Balmoral Bike Challenge Aboyne, Balmoral The 21st annual bikeathon from Kingussie through Cairngorms National Park, The Spey Valley, Ruthven Barracks, and back to Kingussie. Website: www.kingussie.co.uk/whats-on.html
18 Saturday World Whisky Day 2013 Taking place in various venues around Speyside, Dufftown. Phone: 01340 881616.
20 Thursday- 24 Monday Moray Walking Festival 2013 Website: www.moraywalkingfestival.co.uk/index.php
19 Sunday Gordon Castle Highland Games and Country Fair 11am-5pm Gordon Castle, Fochabers, IV32 7PQ. Athletics programme, dog show, piping competition, and lots more. Phone: 01343 820244.
22 Saturday - 23 Sunday Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in Portsoy 10am Phone: 01261 842951 Website: www.scottishtraditionalboatfestival.co.uk
25 Saturday Laggan 10k Road Race Course From Laggan Village Hall with spectacular scenery along the road to beautiful Corrieyairack pass. Contact Laggan Village Hall: 07772 583499.
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29 Saturday European Pipe Band Championships The Market town of Forres will host the European Pipe Band Championships in 2013, 2014 and 2015 after winning their bid to host this prestigious event. The event sponsors are Forres' own Benromach Whisky and the RSPBA (Royal Scottish Pipe Band
Association). Over 100 pipe bands from all over Europe will compete in the natural amphitheatre of Grant Park. To keep up to date with this event, visit the news section of the Benromach website. www.benromach.com/benromach/news
JULY 5 Friday- 7 Sunday Burgie International Horse Trials 9am-5pm Burgie House, by Forres. Phone: 01343 850128 Email: secretary@burgie.org Website: www.burgie.org 6 Saturday Forres Highland Games 12pm-5.30pm Grant Park, Victoria Road, Forres. Phone: 01309 673289. Website: www.forreshighlandgames.fsnet.co.uk 6 Saturday Corrieyairack Challenge Run/Cycle 11am Scotland's toughest mountain duathlon followed by the Kincraig Ceilidh. Website: www.corrieyairack.org 11 Thursday - 14 Sunday Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open Golf Tournament Castle Stuart, Golf Links near Inverness. www.aamscottishopen.com 20 Saturday Inverness Highland Games 2013 10am-6pm Northern Meeting Park, Inverness Website: www.invernesshighlandgames.com
The Annual Forres and District Area Guide 2013
What’s On 2 Friday – 3 Saturday Belladrum Festival 1pm. Belladrum Estate, Beauly. Family events. Over 90 acts across 5 stages. Phone: 01463 741366 Website: www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk Tomintoul Highland Games 11am-5.30pm In the public park at Tomintoul Highland dancing, piping, hill race, pibroch competitions & heavy events. Phone: 01807 580407 Email: tomintoulhighlandgames@hotmail.co.uk 27 Saturday Dufftown Highland Games 11am For the family. Spectacular massed bands, afternoon teas, and a beer tent. Phone: 01340 820342. Website: www.dufftownhighlandgames.org 27 Saturday Nairn Show 10am Kinnudie Farm, Auldearn. Phone: 01309 641121 Website: www.nairnshow.org.uk 28 Sunday - 3 August Scottish 6 Day Orienteering Week Each day’s event located in stunning locations in Moray and Forres. Website: www.scottish6days.com/2013
AUGUST 1 Thursday Black Isle Show 8am – 7pm Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord, Ross-Shire, IV6 7RS Website: www.blackisleshow.info 2 Friday - 3 Saturday Highland Field Sports Fair 10am Moy, Inverness-shire. Phone: 01463 793333 Website: www.moyfieldsportsfair.co.uk Glengarry Highland Games Glengarry Shinty Field, Invergarry, Inverness-shire. Website: www.glengarryhighlandgames.com
3 Saturday Aberlour Strathspey Highland Games The Alice Littler Memorial Park, Aberlour. Email: julie@jacomins.com 3 Saturday Newtonmore Highland Games 10.30am-5pm The Elian, Newtonmore Phone: 01540 673348. 8 Thursday Grantown Show 8am-5pm. Heathfield Park, Grantown-on-Spey, PH26 3HX. Agricultural show. www.grantownshow.co.uk Ballater Highland Games Monaltrie ParK, Ballater, AB35 5RZ. Adults £7. Children £2. Parking £2. 10 Saturday Abernethy Highland Games Nethybridge, Inverness-shire, PH25 3EQ. 01479 821042. www.nethybridge.com/highlandgames 10 Saturday Strathpeffer Highland Gathering 1pm - 5.30pm. Castle Leod, Ross-shire. 01997 423340. 11 Sunday - 12 Monday Keith Show 9am. Seafield Park, Keith. 01542 882978. info@keithshow.org.uk 17 Saturday Nairn Highland Games 11.30am - 5pm. The Links, Marine Rd. 01667 452422. www.nairnhighlandgames.co.uk 11 Sunday Raft Race East Beach, Lossiemouth 31 Saturday Carve Carrbridge – Scottish open chainsaw carving competition. Includes a highly popular day of family activates in the village playing fields.
The Annual Forres and District Area Guide 2013
The event includes woodland crafts, live music, The Badenoch and Strathspey Pipe Band, craft and food stalls, refreshments, a beer tent as well and numerous side shows and family activities. Vintage buses run a shuttle service between the event and the parking sites. Website: www.carvecarrbridge.com
SEPTEMBER 7 Saturday – 15 Sunday Blas Festival - Traditional music and ceilidhs (traditional Gaelic social gathering) celebrating highland music. Blas has programme of more than 80 events taking place so you can get your bag pipe fix. It is a cornerstone of Scotland’s events calendar which promotes and celebrates Scotland’s music, heritage, hospitality, lifestyle and more. 21 Saturday Wilderness Challenge 8am. 50km mountain bike. 3km open canoe. 8km hill climb. Tel: 0131 6256635. jrich@sailors-society.org
NOVEMBER 2 Saturday or 9 Saturday Bonfire & Fireworks at Cooper Park and Forres
DECEMBER 26 Thursday Burghead Boxing Day Swim at Burghead Harbour
JANUARY 2014 11 Saturday Burning of the Clavie – Burghead. Every Jan. 11, throngs of people come to celebrate the beginning of a new year in this city by the sea. The Clavie is a handmade barrel filled with timber and tar. It is lit on fire and paraded through the streets for all those gathered to see. Pieces of charred wood are handed out by the Clavie King and his crew, who are all men from Burghead itself. The Burning of the Clavie is a local, ancient 1,600-year custom worth seeing.
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