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Contents page Things to see and do 6 Tons of suggestions for when you are at a loose end page Places to eat 30 A veritable plethora of choice! page Clubs and societies 38 Join up and get connected with your community page Medical and health information 48 For all your emergency care page Churches 48 For a spiritual uplift page Trades list 53 When you just can’t find the tradesmen - look here page Schools information 58 All the schools in the area page Local holidays 60 Take a well deserved day off page Community Councils 60 When you need to know who to contact page Useful numbers 60 Many of the numbers you use regularly page Calender 64 The whole year in print - a useful guide

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Things to see and do ACTIVITIES Fishing

Forres Mechanics F.C. The stadium, Mosset Park, is 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.

The Moray Firth has some of the greatest freshwater and sea angling in the world. Best of all is the fact that it can be found almost anywhere along the Moray Firth coast and, if you are happy to fish for different species, you can 'fish the Firth' twelve months of the year! The Firth provides the estuaries for 18 of Scotland's most important salmon rivers, including the Nairn, Findhorn, Spey and Lossie. All of these rivers have angling clubs or associations which offer fishing, although membership numbers are limited and there may be a waiting list in a few cases.

Stocked fisheries provide good sport, easy access including many opportunties for less able anglers, and tuition facilities. Except in severe weather, these fisheries can be accessed all year round.

The Angling Centre in Elgin, Forres Tackle Shop and Pat Fraser in Nairn are good places to start for all your fishing needs.

Lossiemouth F.C. A senior football club from Lossiemouth. Founded in 1945, they were admitted to the Highland League in the following year and have played in that league ever since. The club play their football at Grant Park in Lossiemouth.

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Elgin City F.C. Part-time senior professional football club based in Elgin, Moray. They currently compete in the Scottish Professional Football League, Scottish League 2. Elgin City have played at Borough Briggs since 1921 when it replaced Cooper Park. The ground currently has a capacity of 4,520 (478 seated).

Moray is home to many golf courses. Locations include Buckie, Dufftown, Elgin, Forres, Kinloss, Garmouth and Kingston, Grantown on Spey, Hopeman, Lossiemouth, Spey Bay, and Nairn in the Highlands.

Forres has a beautiful 18 hole golf course, with many beautiful views of Findhorn Bay, Califer Hill and Rafford, Dava etc.

Nairn has long been famed for its two championship golf courses, Nairn Golf Club and Nairn Dunbar Golf Club and its position as a top Highland golfing centre has been further reinforced with the world renowned

Nairn County F.C. A senior football club who currently play in the Highland Football League, were founded in 1914 and play at Station Park, Nairn.

As a senior team they can play in the Scottish Cup. The team colours are yellow and black and go by the nickname of the Wee County.

Station Park, Balblair Road Nairn, Nairnshire Scotland, IV12 5LT Email: info@nairncountyfc.co.uk Tel: 01667 454298

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Curtis Cup and the European Tour coming to the area.

Hill Walking Ben Macdui is the highest summit in Moray, this being on the boundary between Moray and Aberdeenshire.

Most of Moray offers gentler scenery as it gradually descends from the Grampian Mountains to the shores of the Moray Firth. Ben Rinnes and Carn Daimh have good paths and fine views to the Grampian Mountains to the south, and over the Moray Firth to Caithness in the north. The Cromdale Hills offer ridge walking along Strath Spey but the going can be rough with fewer well defined paths.

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 coaches take bicyles at no charge. The Moray Mountain Bike Club aims to get people out and enjoy the countryside XC loops in Sanquhar Woods, Forres includes pump section (not the pump track), small drops, car park etc.

Horse Riding With many beautiful routes around Moray you’ll be spoiled for choice Explore 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 offering riding lessons including 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.

Mountain Bike Trails Local volunteers, working with Forest Enterprise, have created some fantastic mountain bike challenges through the forested hills

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 have members who are rock climbing enthusiasts who meet on a Wednesday evenings, usually at Cummingston sea cliffs.

Rugby Clubs in the area include Moray RFC & Moray Titans RLFC, Buckie Scorpians and Lossiemouth RFC.

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 sailing classes.

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Things to see and do Surfing There is good surfing to be had when the tides and wind are right. Lossiemouth is a favoured location, along with Sandend Bay to the east. Good fun if you're in the area. Check conditions beforehand.

Swimming There are swimming pools in the following towns: Elgin, Lossiemouth, Forres, Nairn, Aberlour and Keith.

Tennis There are clubs in Cullen, Keith, Aberlour, Elgin, Rothes and Forres. There are three courts in Cooper Park, Elgin

WALKING Burghead to Lossiemouth (Moray Coastal Trail) This grand coastal walk includes a cliff-top section with coves and sea-stacks, 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 Minister’s Pool (from Nairn East Beach), with attractive benches to rest at when you get there.

The Dava Way - between Forres and Grantown-onSpey Easy route suitable for walkers, mountain bikers and horse riders. It links Forres and Grantown-onSpey and almost all of the

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route follows the old Highland Railway line. It is off road and safe from traffic. and passes a mix of farmland, woodland, and moorland.

Dunearn River Walk, Forres Outstanding views up and down the River Findhorn.

The narrow path passes very close to the edge of sheer, vertical drops down to the swirling waters.

Forest paths, muddy at times with steep drops alongside to the river great care needed.

The Forest By The Firth Trail in Lossiemouth A five mile walk which starts at the East Beach wooden footbridge, there is a map carved in stone to guide you on your way. The route heads east along the beach eventually leading to the sheltered paths of Lossie Forest. The track heads west towards the River Lossie then leads you back to Lossiemouth along the sands. High tide may prevent access to parts of the walk.

Hopeman to Lossiemouth An excellent one-way coastal walk with a fine clifftop section, coves and sea-stacks, finishing with a long walk across a huge sandy beach. If starting from Elgin you can catch a bus out to Hopeman and another bus back from Lossiemouth. Alternatively, if you have the time and energy you can reverse your walk back to the start.

Nairn One of the most popular walks starts from the harbour and heads west long the promenade for about 3km before turning inland to Delnies Wood and then looping back to the shore. Covering a total of 10km over fairly easy terrain, this walk includes some stunning views including an overview the town.

The harbour is also the starting point for a walk along the River Nairn to Cawdor. The beautiful stretch of riverside is home to a variety of birds and wildlife and is a restful experience surrounded by trees and the sound of the water. At Cawdor there's a choice of five different waymarked nature trails within woods surrounding the historic castle.

Quarrel Wood, Elgin Woodland walks through beeches, oaks and pines.

Quarrel Wood commands a hilltop position overlooking Elgin, the Moray Firth and surrounding countryside.

Randolph's Leap from Logie Steading A popular scenic river walk to Randolph's Leap where the River Findhorn flows through narrow rocks.

Starts from Logie Steading where there are toilets, farm shop, children's play area, heritage centre, and an excellent cafe.

There are clear paths with some steep edges over the river, a short section on a minor road, no pavement.

Roseisle Forest and Dunes This exploration of the pine-clad dunes at Roseisle takes in the best bits of the woods, visits a bird hide, and takes in views of the sea, but also leaves plenty of time to enjoy the beach.

There are clear, waymarked paths and tracks.

The Speyside Way The Speyside Way is one of Scotland's four Long Distance Routes (LDRs). It runs for over 60 miles between Buckie, on the Moray Firth, and Aviemore at the heart of Strathspey, following the valley of the River Spey for much of the way. The route passes through some of Scotland's most beautiful landscapes; by rivers and mountains, over moorland and along forest paths.

Torrieston Forest, by Pluscarden Abbey There are three waymarked forest walks through Monaughty Forest from Torrieston, a short distance along the glen from Pluscarden Abbey; the route as described makes a longer outing by taking in most of all three. There are waymarked forestry paths with a fair amount of ascent and descent.

Winding Walks, near 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.

Forest tracks and paths with an optional path with steps.

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Things to see and do ACTIVITY PROVIDERS Aquaplay Scotland One of the top outdoor activity providers based in Moray. All instructors and leaders are highly experienced and qualified in the activities provided and have a passion for the outdoors. Activites include canoeing, kayaking, boogie board surfing, burn scrambling, gorge walking and much, much more!

6 Seafield Square, Rothes, Aberlour, Moray, AB38 7AZ T: 03338 000848 / 07787 225021 Craggan Outdoors Offers easy access to a wide range of fun and challenging activities, for visitors of all ages and abilities. Activities include archery, clay pigeon shooting, climbing (indoor wall and outside rock crags), gorge walking, kayaking, mini-quads, mountain biking, paintball, pony trekking, raft building a zip wire and plenty more.

Craggan Golf Course, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3NT. T: 01479 873283

Outfit Moray An award winning, outdoor education, charity based in Lossiemouth, Moray. They offer activities, tailored programmes and courses for schools, adults, families and groups.

15 Shore Street, Lossiemouth, IV31 6PB T: 01343 549571

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E:john@scotpeak.co.uk Wild Things! is a Scottish Environmental Education Charity based on the magnificent Moray Firth.

Offers a variety of inspiring wilderness and nature experiences for all ages and abilities regardless of learning challenges or physical and financial difficulties… or even a fear of spiders!

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BEACHES Ardersier Beach, Inverness Due to its gentle shelving nature, Ardersier Bay is popular with kayakers, kite surfers and canoeists.

There is a small concrete slipway just off the carpark at the Beechgrove pocket garden.

Burghead Beach The tide goes out a long way to expose the long golden sands stretching round Burghead Bay. The vast areas of firm flat sands are perfect for dog walking, running or kite surfing. It is also an ideal place for wind surfing. Take time to enjoy the stunning sea views and visit the nearby heritage centre to discover more about the area.

Cove Bay / Primrose Bay Although this bay is shown

as Clashach Cove on the OS maps, road signs refer to it as Cove Bay and many locals call it Primrose Bay. If you take coastal trail from the Hopeman East Beach’s colourful beach huts around to the caves at Clashach Cove you will see the spectacular caves, yellow sandstone cliffs, colourful boulders and rocks which will delight all budding photographers, young and old alike. During the summer you may even find some wild strawberries to munch on along the way.

Culbin Sands This RSPB coastal reserve in Morayshire, is full of wildlife to look out for.

Culbin Sands boasts a beautiful sandy beach where you can spot sea ducks, oystercatchers and ringed plovers. Admire pretty dune plants and flowers as you stroll along the sands and take in the views.

Facilities include nature trails, picnic areas and a car park at East Beach with public toilets. Nairn is the nearest town which is served by train and bus services.

Cummingston Beach The descent to the beach is steep so be prepared, parking is available near the children’s play park, take your own refreshments as there aren’t any shops nearby. A hidden gem of a beach nestling between the villages of Burghead and Hopeman. Surrounded by cliffs and caves it’s a popular haunt for rock climbers.

East Beach, Lossiemouth A popular beach which gets very busy when the weather is good. Access is via a long wooden bridge over the River Lossie. A row of sand dunes separate the river and the sea, take care the river current can be very strong. On the sea side of the dunes there is a wide beach, great for sand castle building. There are also plenty of waves for leaping over. If you want to get away from the crowds you may have to go quite a way round the bay.

West Beach, Lossiemouth Another popular beach, brilliant for a family day out.

At high tide most of the sand is covered but as the sea recedes lots of rock pools are exposed. The sea is shallow for a long way out and on hot days is heated by the warm sand.

There is plenty of parking on the esplanade which is right next to the beach. The sands curve round to Covesea Lighthouse which is now a visitor centre.

Findhorn Beach One of the best known beaches in Moray, part of an estuary it’s a bird watchers favourite. The wide flat sands are great for dog walking and sand castle building. The sheltered waters of the estuary also offer excellent sailing and water sports opportunities. The heritage centre with its restored ice house is definitely worth a visit. After a busy day on the beach Findhorn Village offers a good selection of places to eat.

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Things to see and do Hopeman Beaches East Beach in Hopeman is made unique, in Moray, by its line of quirky beach huts - all individually decorated and a great photo opportunity. The beach is a mix of sand and rocky areas with great pools for discovering a huge variety of wildlife. There is ample parking near the beach huts, a children’s play park and room for ice cream vans to sell their wares.

Nairn Beach Nairn Central beach is a sandy accessible beach fringed by dunes. Beautiful views across the Moray Firth to the Black Isle. The coastline is home to resident schools of dolphins. Popular family beach with paddling pool, tea rooms and a summer activity programme.

Roseisle Beach A favourite with locals and tourists alike, it is sited between Findhorn and Burghead. The entrance to the beach is through a forest of Scots pines. There are excellent facilities with picnic tables and barbecue pits in the trees. There is a children’s woodland play park and well maintained toilet facilities which include an outdoor shower. There are walks through the trees, all information is displayed on notice boards. The path through the woods takes you down on to the sandy shore, miles of sand which is sheltered by the trees and dunes, a great beach to spend a day out.

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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 Lossiemouth Folk Club meets every Tuesday, 8:30pm at the Beach Bar, in Lossiemouth. Everyone's welcome from players to listeners, with an eclectic mix of music being played from Traditional Folk, to Contemporary, self penned songs and tunes.

Throughout the year they have guest artists that come to play, raffle nights and also a festival held the 3rd weekend in July.

The Loft at East Grange, Kinloss East Grange is a family run farm which has evolved into a multi-activity centre based around the loft coffee shop & bistro (which is an eat scotland accredited restaurant and bar) and venue. Offers a wide range of activities ensuring that your experience is the best it can possibly be! From Quad Bikes to Archery, Grass Sledging and Laser Tag – It caters for all tastes!

East Grange, Kinloss, Moray, Scotland, IV36 2UD T: 01343 850111 Universal Hall, Findhorn Events and performances throughout the year including contemporary music, scottish chamber orchestra, scottish opera, dramatic performances, touring theatre companies, comedy, dance, film, children’s entertainment.

Visit www.findhorn.org Email: uhall@findhorn.org T: 01309 691170

The Warehouse Theatre, Lossiemouth One of the very few venues hosting music, theatre & comedy in the North East of Scotland. Dedicated to promoting the arts at a local, national & international level, The Warehouse Theatre is one venue where you can discover the delights of the arts on your door step.

Open all year. Pitgaveny Quay, Lossiemouth T: 01343 814004

FAMILY FUN Pinz Bowling, Elgin Moray’s premier family entertainment centre which has 14 lanes of bowling, a soft play area, arcade, restaurant, bar and pool facilities all under one roof.

2 Moycroft Industrial Estate, Elgin IV30 1XZ T: 01343 541444 Cooper Park, Elgin Cooper Park, in the centre of Elgin, was gifted to the people of Elgin in 1903 by Colonel George A Cooper.

There is a large boating pond with pedal boats for hire over the summer months. Elgin Library is situated at the edge of the park and hosts occasional art exhibitions in the gallery room. The park also has tennis courts and a large children’s play area.

Elgin Kart Raceway Located just outside Lhanbryde is the kart track for Arrive & Drive, Mini Grand Prix and Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting.Whether you're looking for a fun day out for the family, a team building event with a difference or a corporate hospitality day with a buzz, then Elgin Kart Raceway is the place for you.

To book or for further information call 01343 843666 / 07769 882582.

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.

T: 01309 690099 Findhorn Village Centre Provides recreational and leisure time facilities , encourages educational groups, participation training, after-school clubs/IT resources. For more info, contact Christine Hunt on T:01309 692339.

Moray Leisure Centre Built in 1993, Moray Leisure Centre has been the most popular leisure facility in the area. It allows the people of Moray opportunities to experience a healthier lifestyle by introducing sports and activities such as Swimming, Ice Skating, Cardiovascular and Resistance fitness, Relaxation Suite, Healthy Eating Cafe, Healthy Living Centre, Soft Play Area and Care Provision.

Borough Briggs Road, Elgin, IV30 1AP T: 01343 550033 The Playbarn Soft Play Structure A premium children's soft indoor play centre, combining fantastic play facilities with a cafe on site, offering a wide range of healthy eating options.

Servery, Parties, Comfy Seating, Games Room.

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Things to see and do Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park Situated in one of Scotland's most glorious locations, nestled between the sand dunes of Nairn East Beach, the marina and a championship golf course. There is a great choice of facilities to keep the whole family entertained, whatever the weather. You can choose from a wide range of caravan holiday homes or make use of the touring and camping facilities.

Hoseasons :08448 471356 Parkdean: 08443 353450

Moray Tours Offering quality, flexible sightseeing tours for up to six persons around Moray, North East Scotland, The Highlands, Royal Deeside and the West Coast of Scotland.

T: 01343 541 292 / 07784 232904 info@moraytours.com Phoenix Boat Trips, Inverness Enjoy the beauty of the Moray Firth on a one hour boat trip from Inverness Marina. View the beautiful Black Isle and possibly a visit from the bottlenosed dolphins. Contact Skipper Eric Wardlaw T: 07703 168097 or email eric@brumblair.f9.co.uk

LOCAL HISTORY AND HERITAGE & PLACES OF INTEREST

Woodside Farm Shop, Cafe and Play Area, Kinloss Offers a wide range of home and locally 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 Mon - Sat 10:30am-4pm and 11:30am-4pm on Sun. T: 01309 690258

GUIDED TOURS Ecoventures Located at the heart of the Moray Firth Special Area of Conservation, EcoVentures offers you a truly exhilarating and memorable boat trip experience.

Harbour Workshop, Victoria Place, Cromarty, IV11 8YE T: 01381 600 323

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Ardclach- Bell Tower Ardclach Bell Tower is an architectural oddity. It is very small – about 4.3m2 overall – and has only two storeys. The ground floor may well have been a prison, judging by its small door and lack of windows.

The floor above, reached by a narrow stone stair, has a fireplace in the north wall, with a square pistol hole on each side. Standing on its own on a hill overlooking a hidden part of the Findhorn Valley. 9mls South of Nairn.

Signposted off the A939 to Grantown on Spey.

T: 01667 460453 Auchindoun Castle, Dufftown Overlooking the River Fiddich and beside the old hill road to Strathdon, the castle’s setting makes for a romantic vision of a medieval Scottish castle.

2 miles south of Dufftown on the A941.

T: 01667 460232

Auld Brig of Keith, Keith This was a packhorse bridge from 1609, located just south of the bridge carrying the A96 Inverness to Aberdeen road over the river.

are carpetted with daffodils for which the castle has become well-known.

There is also a shop, tearoom, picnic area, plant sales and an advernture play park. The grounds are open all year.

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.

Opens Apr - Sept Mon - Fri, 9:30am - 5:30pm.

Located at Dufftown on the A941, AB55 4DH.

For Castle opening times, vist www.nts.org.uk T: 0844 493 2156

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 everyone’s favourite 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 T: 01463 731656

Brodie Castle Home to the Brodie family until the late 20th century, it is now owned by the National Trust for Scotland.

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.

In springtime, the grounds

Califer Viewpoint, Forres 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.

Cawdor Castle Scottish history that you can touch and see and sense for yourself. Cawdor Castle is not another cold monument, but a splendid house and the home of the Cawdor family to this day.

The Castle is closed during the winter.

Open May to October.

Nairn, Scotland, IV12 5RD T: 01667 404401 e: info@cawdorcastle.com 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 cupmarks. IV2 5EU

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Things to see and do Craigellachie Bridge A cast iron arch bridge located at Craigellachie, near the village of Aberlour.

It was designed by the renowned civil engineer Thomas Telford and built from 1812–1814. The bridge has a single span of approximately 46 metres (151 ft)

Culloden Battlefield Scene of the last major battle fought on mainland Britain. The final Jacobite uprising ended here on 16 April, 1746, when the army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart was crushed by Government forces, led by the Duke of Cumberland.

For more information, there is a visitor centre with an interactive exhibition and much more.

Culloden Moor, Inverness, IV2 5EU T: 0844 4932159 Duffus Castle Located just north of Elgin, Duffus Castle 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.

Elgin Cathedral & The Biblical Gardens Elgin Cathedral, or the Lantern of the North as it is also known, is one of Scotland’s most beautiful buildings. Dating back to the thirteenth century the majority of it is now a ruin.

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There are some parts which remain complete. The Chapter House is one, its octagonal ceiling is said to be one of the best in existence. The Chapter House can now used as wedding venue.

Visitors can climb up the spiral staircase to the top of one of the towers, if you are either claustrophobic or afraid of heights,you may wish to think twice before embarking on this journey.

Once at the top the views are stunning. The Cathedral under the stewardship of Historic Scotland, opening times can be found on their website.

Adjacent to the Cathedral is Elgin’s Biblical Garden, a peaceful three acre space which is open from May to September. Admission is free. Planting is around a central cross and includes all one hundred and ten plant species mentioned in the Bible. It also has many life size sculptures depicting a variety of the parables including the Good Shepherd and the Prodigal Son. Elgin Local Heritage Centre Look through old newspapers, browse family records, and discover hidden secrets. Friendly staff are available to help research your family tree.

Institution Rd, Elgin, IV30 1RP T: 01343 569011 • Mon, Wed, Thur and Fri: 10am - 5pm.

• Tues: 10am - 8pm • Sat: 10am - 12noon Findhorn Heritage Centre and Ice House The Icehouse has fascinating underground chambers built over 150 years ago to store ice for packing the salmon en route to London. Aspects of the local salmon fishing industry are displayed in these chambers. In the

Centre, you will discover the secrets of the Sands of Findhorn Heritage where the story of Findhorn is told from prehistoric times to the present day. Open 2pm 5pm daily in June, July and August. During May & Sept, open Sat & Sun only.

North Shore, Findhorn, IV36 3YE T: 01309 690659 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 & 19th centuries. Opens Easter weekend and closes end of September. Mon: closed, Tues-Fri: 11am4pm, Sat-Sun: 2pm-4pm High Street, Fochabers,IV32 7DU T: 01343 821204

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. Ardersier, Inverness IV1 7TD T: 01667 460232.

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, 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 European Pipe Band Championships in June, the Forres Highland Games in July and the Forres Fireworks display in November.

Grant Park, Victoria Road, Forres. Open all year round.

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 self catering cottages are also an excellent choice for holidays and short breaks throughout the year.

Gordon Castle, Fochabers, IV32 7PQ T: 01343 820244 Kilravock Castle Located near the village of Croy, between Inverness and Nairn. It has been the seat of the Clan Rose since 1460. The castle is a composite of a 15th-century tower house and several later additions. The original name for the castle was Cill Rathaig; Scottish Gaelic meaning "church at the small circular fort". Castle Gardens are open to the public: Mon-Sat 10am 4pm. This is free and worth visiting.

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Things to see and do Kinloss Abbey, Forres It was the largest Cistercian Monastery in the North.

Kinloss Abbey is 3 miles east of the town of Forres in the county of Moray. At the time the Abbey was built it would have been a heavily wooded area on the edge of an estuary known as Findhorn Bay which out flows into the Moray Firth.

These days the area is very different with the Abbey grounds forming part of the local cemetary. To find the Abbey just follow the signs to Kinloss Barracks from the A96, Inverness to Aberdeen trunk road.

Knockando Woolmill Based in northeast Scotland and has been manufacturing woollen textiles continuously since 1784. It is recognised as a unique part of Scotland’s manufacturing heritage and was awarded significant funding for its restoration. The Woolmill seeks to minimise its impact on the environment throughout its sourcing and manufacturing processes whilst staying true to its heritage and traditions.

Knockando, Aberlour, AB38 7RP T: 01340 810345

Ladyhill Lady Hill,with its memorial dedicated to the Duke of Gordon, is situated at the West end of Elgin High Street opposite the postal

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sorting office. There are steps up to the top of the hill, a steep climb which is rewarded with an excellent view of Elgin and the surrounding area. A raised relief map helps visitors to identify places of interest.

There are also some ruins of Elgin Castle in evidence.

Lecht Mine, Tomintoul Set in the hills at the foot of the Lecht, the iron mine has a rich and interesting history. Originally opened as an iron ore mine in 1730 the mine saw substantial losses and closed only seven years later. The mine was re-opened in 1841 by the Duke of Richmond as a Manganese Mine, and at its peak of activity over 60 men and boys worked the mine and it was, and still is, the largest manganese mine every worked in Scotland.

Sadly competition from imported ore caused the mine to close for a final time after just 5 years of trading. Only the crushing mill building remains, this being very solidly built to carry the water wheel, but spoil heaps and foundations of other buildings can be seen across the burn. The mine can be reached by a short walk from the Well of the Lecht car park.

Ballindalloch, AB37 9ES T: 01479 870070 Little Cross, Elgin The Little Cross stands where the approach to the Cathedral leaves the High Street, Elgin. It was, apparently first erected in 1402 AD and marked the limits of the Cathedral Sanctuary. In its present form it consists of a tall column set on a flight of steps and capped by a sundial dated 1733, during which year the Cross was probably re-built but the copestone with carved figures is from some much earlier structure. The sun-

dial and top of the column are now in the Museum having been replaced in facsimile in 1941.

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition (Drumnadrochit) Discover the history of Loch Ness from the ice age to the third millennium in a seven room, themed, automated walk through. Explore the history of the loch and the many mysteries and explorations that have surrounded its past. Learn about the rumours, the hoaxes and the truths and discover what may really live in Loch Ness.

Using a highly effective mixture of animations, lasers and special effects, visitors can experience the history of the monster by exploring Scotland’s geological past and folklore.

Find out what has been discovered and what research has been done and view some of the actual equipment used to explore and navigate the Loch.

There are also various shopping outlets, the Loch Ness Cafe and plenty of places to explore.

During the summer season, book a boat trip aboard the Deepscan and begin your own adventure of discovery to see what lurks beneath the water.Inverness-shire, IV63 6TU T: 01456 450573

Macbeth's Hillock, Brodie This is the location where Macbeth is reputed to have met the witches. 2.5km from Brodie Castle, lies between an area known as the Hardmuir and the A96 (Inverness to Aberdeen trunk road), about 2.5km south-west of Brodie Castle and 250m east of the Nairn Millbuies Country Park The park offers a scenic woodland walk around around Millbuies Loch which was created by damming several streams to provide angling facilities.

The paths are hard aggregate making it an easy 2 mile walk. Many different species of trees and rhododendrons have been planted around the loch providing an excellent habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. Try spot badgers, red squirrels, rabbits and if you’re really lucky pine martins. You will see mallards, tufted ducks and moorhens on the water.

The loch is stocked with rainbow trout, boats can be hired for fly fishing. The grassy area near the carpark is great for kids to run around on and also has picnic tables and barbecue points. Millbuies is perfect for an outdoor adventure for every member of the family.

The Mercat Cross, Elgin Commonly known as the Muckle Cross, stood, until circa 1792 AD, on a site just east of St. Giles Kirk. The structure removed at that date seems to have been erected in the reign of Charles I and consisted of a hexagonal platform or raised balcony 12 feet high, from the centre of which rose a tall shaft surmounted by the Scottish Lion. The Lion alone survived, and the present Cross, erected on the old site in 1882, is, in all other respects, a restoration.

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Things to see and do The Mercat Cross, Forres Stands in the centre of the High Street in front of the Tolbooth. It is in the Gothic style of architecture and stands forty feet high.

The Cross is a miniature version of Sir Walter Scott's Monument in Edinburgh.

The present market cross of Forres stands on the site of the former. It was built in 1844. The base of the former cross was left in position and, the new cross was built over it. Nothing of the old cross can now be seen. Three carved stones from the top of the old market cross are preserved in the Falconer Museum, Forres.

Mortlach Church 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.

T: 01340 820538 / 820380

Nelson Tower, Forres The Nelson Tower was built by the Forres Trafalgar Club in commemoration of Nelson’s victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805.

The Tower was opened in 1812 and is the most northerly of all Britain’s Nelson monuments.

Visitors may climb to the top of the octagonal tower

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and enjoy spectacular views across the Moray Firth. They can also enjoy the exhibitions of local photographs and Nelson memorabilia shown in the Tower’s two upper rooms.

Open May - Sept, 2pm 4pm, Tues - Sun Pluscarden Abbey Pluscarden Abbey is the home of a community of Benedictine Monks. It is the only medieval monastery in Britain still inhabited by monks and being used for its original purpose.

Situated six miles southwest of Elgin in Moray, the monastery enjoys the peace and stillness of a secluded glen, but is easily reached by road from the town. The atmosphere of quiet reflection and of work dedicated to the glory of God is the same now as it was in the thirteenth century, when a community of monks first came to this part of Moray. If you visit the Abbey today, you can enjoy not only the beauty of its architecture and its setting but also something of the restful atmosphere of devotion that has so deeply permeated this little corner of Scotland.Pluscarden, Elgin, Morayshire IV30 8UA T: 01343 890257 Rait Castle Located 2.5 miles south of Nairn. Over the centuries, the building was owned by several different families.

Around 1404 or 1405 Sir Alexander Gervaise de Rait is said to have killed the 4th Thane of Cawdor whose son was subsequently given the castle. Less than 40 years later it appeared to have reverted to the Mackintoshes who were also previous owners. It is well worth a visit since, although now in ruins, it is generally in good condition and an excellent example of a 13th century hall-house.

Rothes Castle, Rothes 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 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.

Spynie Palace Set in beautiful countryside two miles North of Elgin off the A941. For five centuries Spynie Palace was home to the Bishops of Moray, in the late 15th century Bishop David commissioned the building of a massive tower house standing over 22m high. The tower is still standing today and is one of the largest tower houses ever built in Scotland.

Spynie Palace is now under

the care of Historic Scotland, further information can be found on their website. Opening hours Summer 1st April 30th September, daily from 9.30am to 5.30pm.

St Laurence’s Church, Forres A church has been on this site since medieval times having been commissioned

by Alexander III of Scotland. The original building was famously burned down by the Wolf of Badenoch in 1390. The impressive building that dominates the town today was opened in 1904. 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.

Open May - Sept Mon - Fri 10am - 12noon, 2pm -4pm. Other times by arrangement T: 01309 672260 Stotfield Disaster Memorial 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 the Northerly tip of Scotland.

Sueno’s Stone, Forres One of the most impressive standing stones in Europe and the tallest Pictish stones in the British Isles.

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Things to see and do side is a Pictish cross whilst on the other side is a battle scene thought to commemorate the Victory of King Malcolm II 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 has had to be encased in an armoured glass cover to prevent erosion and damage. At Findhorn Road, Forres. Can be visited all year round.

The Thomson Monument, Forres Erected in 1857 on the sire, 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.

The Tolbooth, Forres 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.

Thunderton House, Elgin Known for Bonnie Prince Charlie staying here on route to Culloden, Thunderton House is a cosy and friendly pub

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serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner until 9pm. It is also available for backpackers to lodge in.

Thunderton Place, Elgin, IV30 1BG T: 01343 554920 Tomintoul Museum The highest museum in the Highlands.

April, May, June, Sept & Oct Mon-Sat: 10am- 5pm July and Aug Mon-Sat: 10am- 5pm Sun: 1pm- 5pm The Square, Tomintoul.

During Visitor Season: T: 01807 580285 During winter months: T: 01309 673701 Tugnet Ice House, Spey Bay Built in 1830, it is reputedly the largest industrial ice house in Scotland. Tugnet Ice House nestles between the River Spey and the Moray Firth at the mouth of the Spey.

Spey Bay, Fochabers, IV32 7DU T: 01249 449500 Urquhart Castle, Inverness One of the largest castles in Scotland, Urquhart Castle sits on a rocky promontory on the shores of Loch Ness. Discover 1,000 years of drama, experience a glimpse of medieval life and enjoy stunning views over Loch Ness from the ruins of the greatest castle in the Highlands. This is where St Columba is said to have worked miracles in the 6th century, where acts of chivalry and defiance provided inspiration during the Wars of Independence and where the MacDonald Lords of the Isles struggled with the Crown for power.

The visitor centre is fully accessible and there is a photographic guide for those who have mobility issues. Disability buggies

are available on request.

Drumnadrochit, Inverness, Inverness-shire, IV63 6XJ T: 01456 450551 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 3 barrels in which 3 witches were rolled down Cluny Hill and burned.

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Ben Rinnes The mountain is popular with hikers with the sight from the summit that is described as truly amazing.

The mountain is 20 km² in total and is located 8 km southwest of Dufftown. The mountain has one main path and can be easily accessed from the nearby car park. The Friends of Ben Rinnes program has been working on the paths to make it more accessible to the public and to prevent further erosion.

MOUNTAINS AND HILLS Ben Aigan 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 ft) and extensively forested apart from the summit cone, the top of Ben Aigan provides magnificent views over Speyside, south to Ben Rinnes and 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.

Bin Hill of Cullen The distinctive conical outline of Mt. Morven - at 2,313ft.(706m) is easy to spot. Looking East, you can see Portsoy and Troup Head. To the South East lies the bulk of Knock Hill at 1,410ft (430m). The Cairngorm Mts. lie to the South West. Looking westwards along the Moray Coast you can see the curve of the bay at Lossiemouth. Below you lie Cullen, the viaducts, Cullen House and the Auld Kirk.

Carn Daimh from Tomnavoulin (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.

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Things to see and do 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.

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Elgin Museum Scotland’s oldest independent museum. Free admission but donations are welcome. The collection is housed in a Grade A listed building sited at the East end of the High Street. The collections include treasures from all around the world but focus on items local to the Moray area. In 2008 the Scottish Government recognised Elgin’s collection of fossils as one of national significance.

1 High Street, Elgin, IV30 1EQ T: 01343 543675 • Opens April to October.

• Mon - Fri: 10am-5pm • Sat: 11am-4pm • Sunday: closed November to March Visitors and groups welcome by special arrangement.

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Falconer Museum, Forres Founded in 1871, the Falconer Museum is one of the oldest in the district.

The museum houses a wealth of Moray’s heritage and features displays on local history, social history, geology and archaeology.

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, IV36 1PH T: 01309 673701

Just Art, Fochabers An independent gallery showing contemporary work by artists who live and work in Scotland.

64 High Street, Fochabers, IV32 7DH Tel: 01343 820500 The Lantern Gallery of Fine Art, Elgin 18 South Guildry Street, Elgin, IV30 1QN Phone: 01343 546864 Leap Studio & Gallery McWilliam Building 17 Victoria Street Craigellachie AB38 9SR Tel: 01340 881226

Grantown Museum Grantown Museum tells the story of the town’s beginnings and is a source of great pride to the people of Grantown.

Burnfield House, Burnfield Ave, Grantown-on-Spey, PH26 3HH. T: 01479 872478 Green Hall Gallery 2 Victoria Street, Craigellachie, Aberlour, AB38 9SR T: 01340 871010 Highlanders Museum, Fort George, The Highlanders’ Museum (Queen’s Own Highlanders Collection) covers three floors of Fort George’s former Lieutenant Governors’ House. The museum has roughly 20,000 artefacts and an estimated 10,000 documents and photographs. The museum is the largest regimental museum in Scotland, outside of Edinburgh. Tells the stories of the many Highlanders who served in one of the Regiments that were raised from the region.

Summer (7 days) Apr - Sept 9.30am - 5.30pm Winter (7 days) Oct - Mar 10am - 4pm Fort George, Ardersier, Inverness, IV2 7TD T: 01667 460466

Logie Estate Art Gallery Established in 1992 and has become a well recognised promotor of approachable contemporary art from across Scotland and further afield.

Forres, IV36 2QN Tel: 01309 611378 Lossie Fisheries & Community Museum The Lossiemouth Fisheries and Community Museum is housed in a former net mending loft situated in Pitgaveny Quay, Lossiemouth. The museum gives an insight into the Scottish fishing industry past and present. It also contains a reconstruction of James Ramsey MacDonald’s study from his Lossiemouth house.

Ramsey MacDonald was born in Lossiemouth and

became the first Labour Prime Minister.

Open May - Sept, Mon Sat: 10am - 4:45pm Pitgaveny Street, Lossiemouth, IV31 6TW T: 01343 813772 Moray Motor Museum, Elgin 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 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 to be missed.

Bridge Street, Elgin, IV30 4DE T: 01343 544933 Nairn Museum Situated in Viewfield House, Nairn Museum offers visitors and locals alike a fascinating insight into the life and times of the town and surrounding area over the centuries. The wide range of permanent displays featuring various aspects of Nairn's history are well laid out and informative and, in addition a huge collection of archive material is available for study. Each year there is also a special programme of visiting exhibitions. Open Mon - Fri, 10am - 4:30pm & Sat, 10am - 1pm.

Viewfield Drive, Nairn, IV12 4EE T: 01667 456791 Tomintoul Gallery 82 Main Street, Tomintoul, Ballindalloch AB37 9HA T: 01807 580458

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Things to see and do Tomintoul Museum On the margin of the Cairngorm Mountains.

Central location in the village square and an insight into the history of Tomintoul and Glenlivet.

The Square, Ballindalloch, AB37 9ET, T: 01807 580285 Still Life Picture Framer & Gallery 126 High Street, Aberlour AB38 9NX T:01340 871457

RAILWAYS The Keith & Dufftown Railway UK’s most northerly heritage railway, running for 11 miles from Keith Town, Keith to Dufftown via Drummuir.

Dufftown Station, Dufftown, Keith, Banffshire, AB55 4BA T: 01340 821181 Strathspey Railway The Strathspey Railway in Badenoch and Strathspey, Highland, Scotland, operates a 10 miles preserved railway from Aviemore to Broomhill via Boat of Garten, part of the former Inverness and Perth Junction Railway which linked Aviemore with Forres T: 01479 810725

VISITOR ATTRACTIONS Nairn Community & Arts Centre The centre provides a wide range of activities for all ages, including regular activities, concerts & films.

King St, Nairn, IV12 4BQ. T: 01667 453 476 Baxters, Fochabers Baxters offers a wide range of food products, speciality foods, clothing, cookware and gifts. There is also an on site restaurant.

Mosstodloch, Fochabers IV32 7LD T: 01343 820393

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 T: 01343 554000

Bow Fiddle Rocks, Portknockie 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.

Brodie Countryfare Situated in a tranquil part of the north-east of Scotland, Brodie Countryfare offers a pleasant shopping experience. There is also an award-winning family restaurant which provides an ideal location for a chat with friends and for families to have lunch.

T: 0844 493 2156 Christies of Fochabers 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 The Duck Pond and Rose Garden, Forres At the western end of the High Street this is another pleasant area of parkland where you can enjoy a stroll and a picnic.

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Glenlivet Wildlife, Tomnavoulin Wildlife watching in Cairngorm National Park.

Glenlivet Wildlife, Easter Corrie, Tomnavoulin, Glenlivet, AB37 9JB T: 01807 590241

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Additionally, there is The Potting Shed Coffee Shop which accommodates 150 and is home to fine and fresh food. 1 Greshop Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW T: 01309 696940 www.mackenziecruickshank.com 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 T: 01479 851359 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, oatcakes and cakes can be bought.

Aberlour, Banffshire, AB38 9PD T: 01340 871555

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 and Heritage Centre.

Visit www.logie.co.uk T: 01309 611378 Mackenzie & Cruickshank Considered one of the top 10 independent garden centres in Scotland, there is

WDCS Scottish Dolphin Centre, Spey Bay Based at the mouth of the River Spey, the centre makes it one of the best places to watch dolphins in the UK. Located in beautiful Spey Bay on the Moray Firth, see the largest bottlenose dolphins in the world feeding at the mouth of the River Spey. Landbased dolphin watching, historic ice house tours and wildlife wanders. There is also a cafe and shop.

Spey Bay, Fochabers, IV32 7PJ T: 01343 820339 Visitors Centre open 10.30am - 5.00pm, 7 days a week, April to October

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Things to see and do 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 T: 01340 881249

Balvenie Distillery, Dufftown See the barley malting process for malt whisky Tours are available to book.

Balvenie Maltings Dufftown, AB55 4BB T: 01340 822210 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 its sophistication and modern values of Scotland today.

Invererne Road, Forres, IV36 3EB T: 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

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Knockando, Aberlour, AB38 7RY T: 01479 874635 Dallas Dhu Distillery, Forres A producer of single malt Scotch whisky that operated between 1899 and 1983.

Means "Black Water Valley" in Gaelic. Its whisky also appeared as a "Dallas Mhor" single malt. The stillhouse was destroyed by a fire in 1939, but rebuilt. Production continued until the distillery closed in 1983; it is now a museum.

IV36 2RR T: 01309 676548 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.

T: 01340 820507 Glen Grant Distillery, Rothes On the Malt Whisky Trail with its own Victorian Gardens. Tours available.

Rothes, Aberlour, AB38 7BS T: 01340 832118

Glen Moray Distillery, Elgin Part of the Malt Whisky Trail, this distillery is situated next to the banks of the River Lossie. Regular 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.

Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm. Sat (May-Sep): 10am-4:30pm.

Bruceland Road, Elgin, IV30 1YE. T: 01343 550900

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.

T: 01807 500257 Glenfiddich Distillery, Dufftown Set in the heart of the Highlands, Glenfiddich (meaning ‘Valley of the Deer’ in Gaelic) is a place of breathtaking beauty.

The guides have a wealth of knowledge, so let them know if you'd like a tour.

Dufftown, AB55 4DH T: 01340 820373

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 T: 01340 821720 The Macallan Distillery, Craigellachie The distillery has regular tours which take in the full production process.

Sample tastings are available to be booked.

Charlestown of Aberlour, AB38 9RX T: 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 T: 01340 871108 Strathisla Distillery, Keith Dating from 1786, not much has changed 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 T: 01542 783044

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Places to eat RESTAURANTS Cardamon Spice 64-66 High Street, Forres, IV36 1PQ Tel: 01309 673475 The Loft Bistro & Venue East Grange, Kinloss, IV36 2UD Tel: 01343 850111 Spice of Bengal 118 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 358008

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 Cafe Fika Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 672938 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

Mackenzie & Cruickshank 1 West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 696940

Chicken Hut 106 High Street, Forres IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 696266

Macleans Bakery & Coffee Shop 110 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 672258

Chimes Tearoom 69-71 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672542 Findhorn Piers Cafe Royal Findhorn Yacht Club, Findhorn, IV36 3YE Tel: 01309 690247 Forres Fish Bar Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 672479 Kashmir Tandoori 149 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 671385 Jade Garden Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 671222 Kinloss Chinese Takeaway Findhorn Rd, Kinloss, IV36 3TX Tel: 01309 690439 Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway 129 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 673614 Logie Steading Dunphail, Forres, IV36 2QN Tel: 01309 611733

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The Haven Wrights Home Hardware, 107-111 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 676690 The Olive Tree Cafe at Logie Steading Logie Steading, Forres IV36 2QN Tel: 01309 611733

Miele’s of Forres Northern Fish Restaurant 28 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB Tel: 01309 672382

Time Out 79 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672425

Moonlight Tandoori 106 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 672624

Speedy Pepper 143 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 676622

Philp’s Fine Foods 22 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB Tel: 01309 358060

Woodside Farm Shop Woodside Farm, Kinloss, IV36 3UA Tel: 01309 690258

Thai Cottage 112 High Street, 112 High Street, Forres, IV36 Tel: 01309 676445 The Bakehouse 91-92 Findhorn, Forres IV36 3YG 01309 691826 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

HOTELS, PUBS, BARS & INNS Aberlour Hotel 87 High Street Aberlour AB38 9QB 01340 871287 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 Crown & Anchor Findhorn, IV36 3YF Tel: 01309 690243

Duffus Inn 1 Hopeman Road Duffus IV30 5RR

Eight Acres Hotel Morriston Road, Elgin, IV30 6UL Tel: 01343 543077

Newmarket Bar 3-5 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 676466

Kinloss Country Golf Club Kinloss, Forres, Moray IV36 2UB Tel: 01343 850585

Ramnee Hotel Victoria Road, Forres, IV36 3BN Tel: 01309 672410

Knockomie Hotel Grantown Road, Forres, IV36 2SG Tel: 01309 673146

The Abbey Inn Findhorn Road, Kinloss, IV36 3TX Tel: 01309 690475

Legends 122 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 674228

The Carlton Hotel 67 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672531

Mosset Tavern Gordon Street, Forres, IV36 1DY Tel: 01309 672981

The Eagle North Street, Forres, IV36 1AD Tel: 01309 672205

The Kimberly Inn Findhorn, IV36 3YG Tel: 01309 690492 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 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 1ST FORRES SCOUT GROUP 4 sections for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers, male and female, ages from 6-18. Always looking for adult leadership to join too. Meet on Bank Lane in the Scout Hut. For info call the Group Scout Leader on 675569 or email first forresscouts.scouts @hotmail.co.uk 1ST KINLOSS SCOUT GROUP Provides Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorer Scouts for girls & boys 6 - 18yrs at Keddie House, Kinloss. Call Steve Ferris 675028 AJG FORRES AND NAIRN WELFARE FOOTBALL LEAGUE April - September games played in Nairn, Forres, Kinloss and Elgin. Match details available in local press and via the website www.leaguewebsite.co.uk/ forresnairnwfa/Home or via email at forresnairnwfa@hotmail.co.uk ARK COMMUNITY NETWORKS Provides housing support & services to individuals with learning disabilities in their own homes. Call Andrew Findlay on 01307 675763 or email managerforres@arkha.org.uk

CHRISTIANS TOGETHER IN FORRES Fridays, 10:30am - 2pm at the Tolbooth for tea & coffee, fellowship, Christian lending Library and charity goods for sale. All welcome.

KINLOSS COFFEE MORNING Every Thursday at 10:30am and a Soup and Sweet lunch the last Thursday of each month at 12pm in the Kinloss church hall.

CULBIN SINGERS Regular Thursday evening practice sessions take place in St Leonard's Church Hall, Forres.

New members always welcome. alasdair@manachie.eclipse.co.uk DALLACHY AEROMODELLERS 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 INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Wednesday & Sunday evenings, 7:15pm - 9:30pm in the Hall.

New and old members most welcome. For more details call Whitey Fraser on 01343 890301

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.

BELLES ON BIKES Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm.

Various meeting points across Moray. Leisurely-paced ladies cycling club allowing ladies to get out on their bike, explore the local area and meet new people.

Beginners and improvers welcome! See Facebook for details.

BRODIE INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Mon & Wed, 7pm - 9:30pm at Dyke & District Hall. Starts 16th September. Call Sandy Burgess on 01309 674924

DIABETES UK MORAY Meetings throughout Moray at varied times. Support for people with diabetes and their carers.

Call 01343 860671 for info or www.moray.diabetesukgroup.org DYKE & DISTRICT COMMUNITY HALL/ DYKE CHURCH Last Wednesday of every month.

9:15am - 11:30am at Dyke Village Hall. Join us for Coffee, Home Baking and Chat. All welcome. Entry £2. for info email dykevillagehall.co.uk DYKE PARENT & TODDLER GROUP

Thursdays 9:30am - 11:30am at Dyke Village Hall. Parent run group, welcomes new members. £2. Call Lex on 07736 936130

DALLAS PARENT & TODDLERS Every Monday, 2pm - 4pm at Dallas Hall. Come join us for a cuppa & play. Contact Susan 01343 890439 / Emma 01343 890479 or find us on Facebook.

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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FINDHORN VILLAGE ART GROUP Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am 12 noon at The James Milne Institute, Findhorn. Join a fun filled friendly informal art class including refreshments. All levels welcome. £5 per session.

Sorry Tuesday class is currently full. Spaces available on Thursday. Call Laura on 07773 650615 or email laura@wildhareglass.co.uk

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. call 07789 715380 see www.earthtime.co.uk or Earthtime’s Facebook page.

FALCONER MUSEUM, FORRES Open: Apr - Oct, Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm (except public hols). “Fascinating Forres, Past & Present”. Free admission.

FILM FORRES COMMUNITY CINEMA News of screenings and times on Forres Town Hall window, in The Forres Gazette and on www.filmforres.co.uk

DALLAS MINIATURE RIFLE CLUB Mondays & Wednesdays 7pm10pm, October-March at Dallas Rifle Club. To promote safe handling & instruction in competitive target shooting. Call Neil Sutherland 01343 890243

FINDHORN TENNIS CLUB 2 full size & 1 short court. Family & young juniors rates available.

Adults £50 & Juniors £20 annual subscription for unlimited play.

Contact Janet Barcis: janetbarcis@hotmail.co.uk, phone 01309 692479 or visit www.lta.org. (‘Findhorn’ into the search box)

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 & 150year 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 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 VILLAGE CENTRE COFFEE MORNING Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.30am.

All Welcome. £1 per person. Join us for a chatter, cuppa & some cake! Open to all. Call 01309 692339 FINDHORN VILLAGE STITCHERS Sewing Classes for all abilities with International Tutors. Call Karin on 01309 692339 or email findhornvillagecentre@gmail.com 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

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Clubs and Societies 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 & NAIRN SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Mondays 8pm - 10pm in Forres Town Hall Jan - Mar & Sept Dec Thursdays 7:30pm 9:30pm in Nairn Community Centre from Sept - Mar. All abilities welcome at these RSCDS classes. For details see www.rscdsforres.org or call 07906 306160 or Kate McArdle on 07918 147115

FORRES ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP Last Thurs each month, Forres Town Hall. Speakers & demos.

Contact Marie McKay 673505

FORRES CURLING CLUB Sept - Mar , Moray Leisure Centre. Coaching available. Call Ann Munro 690332 or email lambertmun@aol.com

FORRES ‘BALL’ GROUP ‘Be Active Life Long’. Thurs 10am - 12noon, Forres House.

Exercise to music for over 60’s group. Contact 672838

FORRES CYCLING CLUB Weekly runs leave 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 - Sep. Call club secretary Alan White on 01309 674698 or alan.white.245@btinternet.com www.forrescyclingclub.co.uk

FORRES BIG CHOIR Every Thursday during term time, 7pm - 9pm at Kinloss Church. A mixed community choir for singers of all levels of experience.

No auditions and no need to read music. Call Bill Henderson on 07876 213576 for more details.

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. Hat Nights Mondays and Thursdays 6:30 for 7:00 pm. Annual Subscription £40 (if you wish to join). Call Sam Morrison on 01309 676366 for further details.

FORRES ACCORDION & FIDDLE CLUB 2nd Wednesday each month, Victoria Hotel, Forres. Sept May. All levels & ages welcome.

Call Ann Sharp 672672 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 CREDIT UNION Contact Ann McHardy 676735 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

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FORRES BRIDGE CLUB Mondays, at 7pm (arrive by 6:50pm) at Forres Golf Club.

From the end of Sept - Mar. New members welcome.

FORRES CAMERA CLUB Forres Town Hall. Every 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 LACE GROUP Tuesdays 10am - 12pm in Forres Community Centre.

Contact Rona Russell 673367 FORRES / MOUNT DORA TWINNING ASSOCIATION Contact Kenneth J Laing 690398 FORRES & NAIRN DISTRICT WELFARE ASSOCIATION A football league made up from clubs and pubs in the Forres & Nairn area. Apr - Sept, age 16 + For details call Mashy Young on 07796 524050 or email forresnairnwfa@hotmail.co.uk FORRES OAP ASSOCIATION Wednesdays, 1:30pm - 3:30pm in Forres Town Hall. Teas / Entertainment / Raffles. New members welcome.

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 Alice Young on 01309 611271 FORRES HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE Wide range of activities, interests & facilities. Call 672838 or email forres.house@moray.gov.uk FORRES INDOOR BOWLING CLUB We meet at Forres Academy at 6.45pm. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Come and enjoy a game of bowls. All ages and abilities welcome. Contact Anne McIntosh 01309641513.

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.

Beginners/Juvenille tuition from 7pm - 8pm. Regular pipers and drummers from 7pm - 9 pm.

Email Mhairi Maclean (secretary) mhairi.maclean@hotmail.co.uk FORRES QUILTERS Tuesdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm, Forres Community Centre. Call Mrs Maureen Brooks 675962

FORRES RAMBLERS 1st Saturday each month, 9.30am at bottom of car park (opposite Applegrove School).

Contact Carolyn Boyd 672286 FORRES ROTARY CLUB Thursdays 12.30pm for 1.00pm at the Ramnee Hotel. Call Tony Galloway Secretary on 694816

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Clubs and Societies FORRES SOCCER 7S Tel: 01309 676976.

Mobile: 07990832097. www.forres-soccer7s.co.uk FORRES SMALLBORE RIFLE & PISTOL CLUB Rifle, air rifle & air pistol target shooting. Call Donald MacRae on 01309 675345 for details.

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 & mornings, coaching sessions and more.

Social tennis where there will always be someone to partner up with. All ages, all abilities, all welcome. For more info email forrestennisclub@outlook.com FORWORDS The Forres Writing Group (reg.

Scottish charity SC042049) Fortnightly 7pm-9pm. Call: Brian 674489 or email Helen at mrsaddy@hotmail.com GRANT PARK BOWLING CLUB Daily 1 - 4pm & 6 -9pm, Apr Sept. Non-members & visitors £1 per session. All levels & ages welcome. Coaching available.

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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 GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND Nairn & Moray Branch are looking for new branch volunteers. Call 0118 983 5555 guidedogs@guidedogs.org.uk Website: www.guidedogs.org.uk HELGIN ROLLER DERBY Sundays, 4pm - 6pm in Bishopmill Hall, Elgin. Learn to roller skate with the newly formed Elgin Roller Derby Team and find out about how you can get involved! Beginners welcome.

Open to males and females 18+ Find us on Facebook for more details.

HIGHLAND ROCK GARDEN CLUB 2nd Wed each month, 7.30pm, Oct - Apr, Nairn Community Centre. All welcome. Call Carol Shaw 641405 IMPROVER LINE DANCING CLUB FOR OVER 50’S Wednesday 2pm, Masonic Hall, Forres. £3.50. Easy routines for fitness and fun Call Jenny Duncan (ukaptd h/c) on 01463 233151 or Jacqui tel: 672019 INVERNESS FIELD ARCHERY CLUB Available to interested parties wishing to take up archery and are located in Nairn, Forres, Elgin and all surrounding areas.

Contact Secretary, Gerry Parks on 01667 462219 (evenings) or 07801 593 637. Visit invernessfieldarcheryclub.webeden.co.uk JOG SCOTLAND FORRES Mondays 6.30pm, all welcome.

Walk and jog your way to better health. Call 676595 or 673859 KINLOSS & FORRES MODEL CLUB

2nd & 4th Friday each month from 6:30pm - 9:30pm at Findhorn Village Centre. Contact Tom Docherty on 01309 675059 KINLOSS KESTRELS RUGBY Training every Sunday P1-3 10:30am - 11:30 am. P4/7 - S1/2 10:30am - 12pm at Kinloss Park Season registration fee £20.00 For further information contact vanessa.naylor23@gmail.com or call 01343 890787.

KITE SURFING The vast sandy beaches in the Highlands of Scotland provide a perfect platform for year round activity. Ongoing at Ardersier, Nairn, Findhorn, Lossie and Burghead. The Scottish Power Kite Assoc covers all good kite surfing spots. Visit the website www.spka.org/activities

MACS MORAY AREA CANCER SUPPORT A support group which provides both practical and emotional support for anyone, of any age, affected by Cancer within Moray.

New members welcome. For more details call our Help Line on 07516 21915, e-mail us on : info@macsuk.org or visit us at www.macsuk.org or Facebook.

MORAVIAN ORIENTEERS All ages welcome. Contact Dr Douglas Murray 672545 or email douglas.murray9 @btinternet.com

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.

LADIES BOWLING CLUB Tuesdays from 7pm -10pm in the British Legion Hall, Forres.

New members are welcome to come along and join in.

LGBT MORAY 1st Tuesday each month, 7:30pm at The Mucklecross Pub, Elgin. 18+ only. OR 3rd Saturday at 10:30am at The Mosset Tavern, Forres. Well attended group with mixed ages.

For more details visit www.lgbtmoray.co.uk, email lgbtmoray@gmail.com or call 07598 418638 LGBT MORAY YOUTH Social networking group online on Facebook at 'LGBT Moray Youth' or contact Katie Quartly at lgbtmorayyouth@gmail.com.

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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 Wednesdays, 7.30pm, Ramnee Hotel, Forres. Friendship through flowers. Demonstration exhibits raffled. New members welcome.

Further details contact Chrissie on 673431 or Jean on 673552

LGBT 5K RUNNING GROUP Wednesdays, 6pm, Inverness Leisure. www.gay-ness.org.uk Text / call 07941 553620 or email jampa40@yahoo.co.uk LUNCH CLUB 2nd Tuesday of the month, 12:30pm - 2pm at Findhorn Village Centre. £3.50 per person, eat as much as you like.

Fresh home made soups and Sweets. Open to all. Call 01309 692339.

MACMILLAN CANCER RELIEF (FORRES BRANCH) Contact Sue Hellon, Secretary on 01309 678875

MORAY BURIAL GROUND RESEARCH GROUP (MBGRG) Local heritage group actively researching and recording monumental inscriptions in churchyards & cemeteries in Moray. Contact Helen Mitchell on 01343 546620 or visit www.mbgrg.org

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Social ride out’s, fundraisers and more. Visit www.mcmc.org.uk or call Tracey Scott on 07928 444376 MORAY COELIAC GROUP Meet 1st Saturday of the month (except Jan & Feb), 10:30am in the cafe at Baxters, Fochabers.

Get together for newly diagnosed and existing members to network, ask questions, share recipes and ideas / information.

'Coffee, Cake and Catch up' sessions. All welcome. For further info email Kirsteen.pyett@btinternet.co.uk MORAY FIRTH LADIES CURLING CLUB Tuesdays, 10am - 12noon from September to March. Call Ann Munro on 01309 690332.

MORAY JUNIOR CURLING CLUB Meets Wednesday, 5pm at the Ice Rink at Moray Leisure Centre during term time from Sept Mar. Call Sandra MacIver on 01309 673855 or 07817106662 MORAY MODEL RAILWAY GROUP Contact Norman Dusty Millar on 01343 830928 or see our website www.moraymrg.org.uk

MORAY SANDS 3rd Wednesday every month, 7:30pm at The Ugie House Hotel. Self-help support group, run by bereaved parents for bereaved parents and their families. Informal and confidential. No cost. For more details call or text Beck on 07549 684986 or Karen on 07971 834133 or email moraysands@hotmail.co.uk

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 FLYING CLUB 7 days a week. Also offering courses for people to become leisure pilots, all the way up to professional ratings. Kinloss barracks, IV36 3UH. For details please call 01309 617361 and visit www.morayflyingclub.com

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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 NHS RETIREMENT FELLOWSHIP Every 2nd Wednesday, 2pm, Bishopmill Hall, Elgin. Contact Mrs Val Thatcher on 01343 823919 for more details.

NAIRN & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB Meets 1st Thursday of the month, 7.30pm at Nairn Community & Arts Centre (Mar Dec). Talks, visits and day outings with an Annual Show in August. New members welcome. Visit www.spanglefish.com/nairnand districtgardeningclub or email nairndgc@yahoo.co.uk

‘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

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

MORAY THRESHOLD SINGERS Women's choir offers to sing to people who are seriously ill and those approaching the end of life, in their own home, care home or hospital to bring comfort and ease. To request this service or to join call Chloe Greenwood on 07769 796672 www.thresholdchoir.org/moray MORAY DISABILITY FORUM We welcome everyone interested, or working in the area of disability to become a member of the group. Call Irena Paterson (Chairperson) on 01343 545663 or 01343 546968 or email irenaandneil@btinternet.com

NAIRN MEN’S BREAKFAST Meets third Saturday(not July or December) 9:45am at Dunbar Golf Club, Lochloy Road, Nairn.

The opportunity for men of all ages & denominations to share how there life changed through faith in Jesus. Call Campbell 01667 455149 to book a place.

NATIONAL CHILDBIRTH TRUST Antenatal classes & breastfeeding support. Meetings and outings in Forres and Elgin area.

Email: nct_moray@yahoo.co.uk NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DECORATIVE AND FINE ARTS SOCIETIES (MORAY, BANFF AND BADENOCH BRANCH) 2nd Wednesday of the month, 11am, Sherwood Suite, Eight Acres Hotel. Lectures on a variety of arts related subjects are delivered by experts from across the UK. New members always welcome. Contact Jennifer Kerr on 01343 835258 or www.nadfas-in-elgin.org.uk NCT BUMPS AND BABIES Tuesdays 10-11.30am at Kinloss church hall. £1.50 suggested donation.Come along for a chat, cuppa,meet new fiends, antenatal support and a lending library.

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 3rd Wednesday each month, 7:30pm (Sept - May) in Rafford Village Hall. Talks or demos and competition. New members very welcome. Contact Dorothy Gough on 01309 672918 or Alison Prentice on 01309 672380

NEEDLE CRAFT CUPPA CLUB

Wed from 1:30pm - 3:30pm at Findhorn Village Centre. £1 per person. Relaxed drop in club for all abilities to create needle craft projects among friends whilst having a cuppa.

Machines and Utensils can be made available. 01309 692339 NETMUMS Being a mum can be very isolating so meeting other mums can be a lifeline. 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

RIDING FOR THE DISABLED (FORRES, NAIRN & DISTRICT) Volunteer with this small friendly group at Burgie on Mondays 9:15am - 11:15am or 11am 1pm, or all morning during term time. No experience necessary.

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SHRIMPS ACTIVE Thursday mornings and Friday Afternoons. Interactive soft play from babies to 5yrs. £2.50 per child. Call Karin for timings and further information on sessions available. Findhorn Village Centre, Findhorn 01309 692339.

SOUNDS DEEP 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.

TASTY TUESDAYS Every Tuesday 11am - 3pm Taster Sessions in Reiki, Crystal Healing, Tarot & more. Drop ins or booking via Facebook, Makers Market, Caroline Street, Forres or call Ellen 07518824710

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THE CROSS STITCHERS Wednesdays from 1pm - 4pm in the Forres Community Centre.

New members always welcome.

Call 07708 664865 for more info.

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 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

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 VARIS PLAYERS Amateur dramatics society in Forres. Call Samantha Robertson 01309 676022

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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

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 info, contact the Healthpoint: 01343 567842.

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 e-mail valeryritchie2@tiscali.co.uk

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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.

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ST LEONARD’S GUILD Meets Mondays, fortnightly 7:30pm Sept - April in St. Leonard's Hall. New members always welcome. Call Frances Buchanan on 01309 675585 for more information.

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

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THE ACCIDENTALS Nairn’s Community Choir practices Wednesdays, 7:30pm 9:30pm at St Columba’s Church Hall, Queen Street. Sing a cappella in four-part harmony. New members welcome. Call Christine Oliver on 01667 453793 or just come along.

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Medical,Health & Churches ACUPUNCTURE Moray Acupuncture Healthworks, 5 Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU. Tel: 07513 038007

Orchard Road Dental Practice The Mews, Orchard Road, Forres, IV36 1PJ. Tel: 01309 675544

NURSING HOMES Cathay Nursing Home Saint Leonard’s Road, Forres.

Tel: 01309 675500

ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT Diana Grell 5 Robertson Place, Forres, IV36 1EU. Tel: 01309 676871

K H Lang 50C High Street, Forres, 1V36 1PF. Tel: 01309 675544

Meadowlark Care Centre Nursing Home Address: Mannachie Road, Forres, Moray IV36 2JT Phone:01309 676307

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 Dr. Gray's Hospital Elgin, Moray, IV30 1SN. Phone: 0845 456 6000 Forres Health Centre Forres Health Centre, Castlehill, Forres, IV36 1QF. Tel: 0845 337 1120 DENTISTS Leys Dental Practice South Street, Forres, IV36 1DE. Tel: 01309 673553

CHURCHES Caroline Street Gospel Hall Sundays 6.30pm: gospel meetings. Tel: 01309 674375.

Email: glcinfo@tiscali.co.uk Dyke Church - Church of Scotland Sunday worship 10am. Family service. Tea/coffee and fellowship after every service. Contact Mrs Jane Foster on 01309 641257 (Session Clerk)

HOLISTIC MASSAGE Lev Seller Holistic Massage 69 Forbeshill, Forres, IV36 1JJ. Tel: 01309 671411 HOSPITAL Leachoil Hospital St Leonard’s Road, Forres, IV36 2RF. Tel: 01309 678523 or 0845 456 6000 MASSAGE & THERAPIES Kirsty Wright, Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist Tel: 01479 821184 Sand-Ease Healthcare Corra Linn, Upper Hempriggs Kinloss IV36 2UB 01343 850087 NEUROMUSCULAR Highland Neuromuscular Movement Services 58 Burdshaugh, Forres, IV36 1NQ. Tel: 01309 676335

Edinkillie Parish - Church of Scotland Sunday worship 11.30am. Contact Mr Campbell Falconer (session clerk): 01309 674249.

Kinloss, Findhorn & Alves Church of Scotland Alternating weekly. Kinloss and Findhorn 10am. Alves first Sunday of each month at 11.30am.

Tel: 01309 690931 or 01309 690349.

Lighthouse Baptist Church Clovenside Chapel, Forres.

Sunday service 10:30am and 6.30pm. Refreshments served afterwards. Contact: 01309 676974. Email: info@lighthousechurch.co.uk Website: http://thelighthousechurch.wix.com/home#!

Rafford Church Family service Sundays at 9.30am. Praise from CH3 and Mission Praise.

Rowlands Pharmacy 83 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA. Tel: 01309 672784 PODIATRISTS/ CHIROPODISTS Brenda Findlay 18 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH. Tel: 01309 696994 Varis Medical Practice Castlehill, Forres, IV36 1QF. Tel: 0845 3371120 PHYSIOTHERAPY Annie Griffiths 26 Ferryhill, Forres, IV36 2GY. Tel: 01309 676050

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

POOL AND FITNESS Forres Swimming Pool & Fitness Centre Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1FG. Tel: 01309 672984 Moray Hydrotherapy Pool Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1AB. Tel: 01343 547237 VETS Moray Coast Veterinary Group The Surgery, West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW. Tel: 01309 672243

Enjoy fellowship over a cup of tea and a biscuit. Sunday school with Bible stories, songs, games and crafts. Join us at 4.30pm on the third Sunday of each month for a contemporary style act of worship.

Contact Anne Garrow (session clerk): 01309 672930.

St John the Evangelist Scottish Episcopal Church Sundays 8am: communion. 10am: family communion. Tel: 01309 672856. Email: stjohnsforres@btinternet.com. www.stjohnsforres.wordpress.com St Laurence Church Sundays 10am: family service. Tel: 01309 672260. Email: barryj.boydstlaurence@btinternet.com

St Leonards Church Sundays 10.30am: family service. Tea and coffee served afterwards.

Tel: 01309 672380.

Email: donald.prentice@tesco.net.

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Trades List BUILDERS BUILD ONE The Park, Forres, IV36 3TZ Tel: 01309 690123

IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 676444 BUILDING MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS

THE NORTHERN LIGHTS 39 Bogton Road, Forres, IV36 1BH Tel: 01309 675703 FENCING

EXCEL SCOTLAND LTD 1 Upper Hempriggs Cottages, Kinloss, Forres, IV36 2UB Tel: 01343 850066 HAY FORRES LTD Plasmon Yard, Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 672400

SCOTENGINEERING 01309 671477 3 Granary Park, Rafford Forres IV36 2JZ TEAM Q MAINTENANCE 26 Trenchard Crescent, Kinloss, IV36 3UP Tel: 01309 691333 CARPENTERS

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 NEIL MATHESON BUILDERS 37 Mannachie Road Forres IV36 2JT Tel: 01309 674508 NORWOOD HOMES LTD Millbrae, Findhorn, IV36 3YY Tel: 01309 691200 R & F BUILDERS 59 Califer Road, Forres, IV36 1HY Tel: 01309 671346 REMAC CONSTRUCTION LTD Waterford Road, Forres, IV36 1DR Tel: 01309 674577 SPRINGFIELD Alexander Flemming House, 8 Southfield Drive, Elgin, IV30 6GR Tel: 01343 552550 BUILDERS MERCHANTS KEITH BUILDERS MERCHANTS LTD Waterford Way, Forres,

A J & E H NOBLE Fleurs Road, Forres, IV36 1LY Tel: 01309 674990 DIY WRIGHT’S HOME HARDWARE FORRES 107-111 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 672248 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS D.G. MCKENZIE 8 Ferry Road, Forres, IV36 2SF Tel: 01309 673222 GM RENEWABLES Unit 11, Greshop Road Forres, IV36 2GU Tel: 01309 675595 JAMES M DUGGIE & SONS 2 Fyrish Road, Findhorn, IV36 3YT Tel: 01309 690323

M M FENCING LTD 8 Moy House Court, Forres, IV36 2NZ Tel: 01309 671395 E PATON FENCING LTD Windy Knoll, Darklass Road, Forres, IV36 2LP Tel: 01309 641515 FLOORING MRD FLOORING 48 Bogton, Rafford, IV36 1BJ Tel: 07775 837074 GARDENING DYKE NURSERIES Forres, IV36 2TF Tel: 01309 641362 J K GARDENCARE 27 Forbeshill, Forres, IV36 1JJ Tel: 01309 671903 JAKE FRASER GARDEN SERVICES Braemar, Forres, IV36 2RT Tel: 01309 674202 MACKENZIE & CRUICKSHANK LTD 1 West Rd, Forres IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 696940 HANDYMAN DITTMAR - YOUR HANDYMAN Tel: 07900 846937

M J MACKINTOSH Heathfields, Rafford, IV36 2SJ Tel: 01309 674619

HANDYMAN TO KNOW 29 Ryvoan Place, Forres, IV36 1FX Tel: 07523 254123

MICHAEL URE 16 Drumduan Road, Forres, IV36 1BS Tel: 01309 675032

IAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE Tel: 01343 842761

PAUL JARVIS Easter Greens, Dunphail, IV36 2QR Tel: 01309 611297

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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 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 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 IAN STEPHEN 1 Blackstob Way Kinloss, IV36 3UA Tel: 01309 691072 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

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Trades List KEY CUTTING FAST FIX 86 High Street, Forres Tel: 07725 209119

WILMAC GARAGE LTD 5 Greshop Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GU Tel: 01309 694838

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HIGHLAND LANDSCAPE DESIGN LTD Morven, Caroline Street, Forres, IV36 1AN Tel: 01309 676800

C & S AMES TAPERS 24 Ferryhill, Forres, IV36 2GY Tel: 01309 676348

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DENNIS TOUGH 1 St Catherines Court, Forres, IV36 1ZN Tel: 01309 358040

R MCGREGOR 42 Randolph Lane, Forres, IV36 1HF Tel: 01309 671982 JAMES K KEMP South Street, Forres, IV36 1DE Tel: 01309 676777

DAVID STEPHEN 134 Anderson Crescent, Forres, IV36 1NE Tel: 01309 676686

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G COOPER 68 Anderson Crescent, Forres, IV36 1ND Tel: 01309 671124

ALVES AUTOS Tel: 01309 692222

IAN FRASER Tel: 01309 675191

DUNLOP’S 15 Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres Tel: 01309 676783

KEVIN MILNE Cooperhill Farmhouse, Forres, IV36 2TU Tel: 01309 641652

GARROW BROTHERS 36 Tolbooth St, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 672375

NJ STABLES 1 Macbeth Road, Forres, IV36 1HS Tel: 01309 675044

GT TYRES 15 West Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 674161

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KINLOSS GARAGE Seapark Road, Kinloss, IV36 3TJ Tel: 01309 690539 MICHAEL ADAM MOTOR ENGINEER The Workshop, Waterford Road Industrial Estate, I V36 3EE Tel: 01309 671722 MORAY CAR & COMMERCIALS Waterford Industrial Estate, Waterford Road, Forres, IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 672828

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CHRISTIE HEATING & PLUMBING 5 Bracany Park, Fogwatt, IV30 8FJ Tel: 01343 862832 D MACKINTOSH Struan, Alexandra Terrace, Forres, IV36 1DL Tel: 01309 674492 DAVID O’DRISCOLL 41 Bogton Road, Forres, 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

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

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ECD HIGHLAND TREE SERVICES 49 Councillors Walk, Forres, IV36 1HA Tel: 01309 250880

JKM MAINTENANCE Woodlands, Pilmuir Road West, Forres, IV36 2HN Tel: 07771 662226

FORRES TREE SERVICES Tel: 01309 675834

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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 preschool group and 2-3 Club.

Contact 671388 during nursery hours, Mon-Fri 9am-2:30pm

Kinloss Daycare Centre The Ben Centre, Burghead Road, Kinloss, Forres, IV36 3SX. Tel: 01309 690744

Peek-A-Boo Creche (Kinloss) Drop-in creche for all Moray children. Places can be booked in advance. Contact Susan Whittaker-Smith: 01307 691442

Moray Steiner Kindergarten Drumduan House, Clovenside Road, Forres, IV36 2RD. Tel: 01309 676300

Noah’s Ark Daycare Nursery Schools Balnageith Road, Forres, IV36 2SX Tel: 01309 672296

Orchard Road, Forres, IV36 1PJ. Contact: Mrs Lesley Meehan, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 672367

Dallas Primary Pilmuir Primary Nursery Pilmuir Road, Forres, IV36 1HD. Tel: 01309 673034

Playmates Pre-5 centre, Scout Hall, Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU. Tel: 07785 267032

Rafford Toddler Group Meets Tuesdays 9:30am11:30am at Rafford Hall.

Contact Pauline: 671592

Kinloss Pre-School Nursery Burghead Road, Kinloss, IV36 3SX. Tel: 01309 690376

Applegrove Primary

Rainbow Childcare & Education Ltd Nursery Schools Little Crook, Forres, IV36 1LN. Tel: 01309 672111

Dallas, IV36 2SA. Contact: Mr Ross Watson, Acting Head Teacher Tel: 01343 890206

Dyke Primary

SECONDARY SCHOOLS Forres Academy

Dyke, IV36 2TF. Contact: Mr Stephen Simpson, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 641275

Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1FG. Contact: Carol Stuart, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 672271

Kinloss Primary

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Burghead Road, Kinloss, IV36 3SX. Contact: Mr Robert Hair, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 690376

Clovenside Road, Forres, IV36 2RD Contact: Krzysztof Zajaczkowski, Principal Teacher Tel: 01309 691214

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PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Dunphail, Forres, IV36 2QG. Contact: Mr Iain Lunan, Acting Head Teacher Tel: 01309 611258

Alves Primary School

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1 Main Road, Alves IV30 8UR Contact: Mr James McLeman, Head Teacher Tel: 01343 850247

Drumduan House, Clovenside Road, Forres, IV36 2RD. Contact: Clare Waddington, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 676300

King Street, Nairn, IV12 4BQ. Tuesdays only: 9:15am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-4pm

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High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB. Contact: Mrs Susanne Gilbert, Acting Head Teacher Tel: 01309 672887

Pilmuir Road, Forres, IV36 1HD. Contact: Mr Leslie Tulloch, Acting Head Teacher Tel: 01309 673034

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Local holidays Forres Local & Bank Holidays and Special Days Mothering Sunday British Summertime Starts Palm Sunday April Fool’s Day Maundy Thursday Good Friday Easter Sunday Easter Monday Local Holiday Early May Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday Local Holiday Father’s Day Longest Day Local Holiday Summer Bank Holiday Local Holiday Local Holiday British Summertime Ends Halloween Bonfire Night

Sun 15th Mar 2015 Sun 29th Mar 2015 Sun 29th Mar 2015 Wed 1st Apr 2015 Thurs 2nd Apr 2015 Fri 3rd Apr 2015 Sun 5th Apr 2015 Mon 6th Apr 20155 Mon 20th Apr 2015 Mon 4th May 2015 Mon 25th May 2015 Mon 1st Jun 2015 Sun 21st Jun 2015 Sun 21st Jun 2015 Mon 27th Jul 2015 Mon 3rd Aug 2015 Mon 21st Sep 2015 Mon 19th Oct 2015 Sun 25th Oct 2015 Sat 31st Oct 2015 Thurs 5th Nov 2015

Rememberance Sunday Sun 8th Nov 2015 St Andrew’s Day Mon 30th Nov 2015 Shortest Day Tues 22nd Dec 2015 Christmas Day Fri 25th Dec 2015 Boxing Day Sat 26th Dec 2015 Boxing Day (substitute day) Mon 28th Dec 2015 New Year’s Eve Thurs 31st Dec 2015 New Year’s Day Fri 1st Jan 2016 Scottish Bank Holiday Sat 2nd Jan 2016 2nd Jan (substitute day) Mon 4th Jan 2016 Burns Night Mon 25th Jan 2016 Shrove Tuesday Tues 9th Feb 2016 Ash Wednesday Wed 10th Feb 2016 Valentine’s Day Sun 14th Feb 2016 Mothering Sunday Sun 6th Mar 2016 Palm Sunday Sun 20th Mar 2016 Maundy Thursday Thurs 24th Mar 2016 Good Friday Fri 25th Mar 2016 British Summertime Starts Sun 27th Mar 2016 Easter Sunday Sun 27th Mar 2016 Easter Monday Mon 28th Mar 2016

Community Councils &

Useful Numbers DYKE LANDWARD COMMUNITY COUNCIL

FORRES COMMUNITY COUNCIL

FINDHORN & KINLOSS COMMUNITY COUNCIL

Chair: Mrs Carol Shaw Secretary: Mrs Christine MacLeod Venue: Dyke Village Hall Frequency: 1st Wednesday each month Time: 7:30pm Areas Covered: Dyke, Conicavel, Culbin,

Chair: Mr Stewart Noble Secretary: Mrs Eleanor Hayward Venue: The Tolbooth, High, Street, Forres Frequency: 3rd Thursday every month Time: 7pm Areas covered: Forres, Mundole,

Chair: Mr Les Morgan Secretary: Mrs Jen O'Hagan Frequency: Last Thursday every month

Moy, Brodie, Kintessack, Earlsmill, Whitemire, Dounduff

Mannachie, Sanquhar, Knockomie, Chapelton, Balnageith, Invererne, Waterford, Seafield, Hillhead, Netherton, Lochyhill, Springfield, Forres Enterprise Park

(excl July & Dec) Time: 7pm

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 or to view minutes of meetings, visit the Community Councils section of the Moray Council website.

USEFUL NUMBERS Police Station ................................................................101

Forres Town Hall ........................................(01309) 675140

Bus Station, Elgin .....................................(01343) 544222

Moray Council (Forres)..............................(01309) 694000

Citizens Advice Bureau.............................(01343) 550088

Moray Council (Elgin) ................................(01343)543451

Inverness Airport .......................................(01667) 464000

National Rail Enquiries ................................08457 484950

Dallas Village Hall .....................................(01343) 890243

Forres Library ............................................(01309) 672834

James Milne Institute (Findhorn) ............(01309) 692365

Forres House Community Centre ............(01309) 672838

Rafford District Hall ..................................(01309) 674583

Forres Area Community Trust ....................07788 803559

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Calendar April

May

3 friday - 12 sunday

30 April - 4 May

Bandstand Beer & Music Festival

Spirit of Speyside Festival

Crescent road, Nairn. Largest independant beer festival in the highlands. 140+ different ales to choose from, live music and great food throughout. www.braevalhotel.co.uk

An annual celebration of Scotland’s national drink.

A wide range of whisky- inspired events including distillery visits, tastings and the new music event, the Spirit of Speyside Sessions Tel: 07789 671635 www.spiritofspeyside.com

4 saturday - 6 monday cadbury easter egg trail @ brodie castle 11am - 4pm (last entry 3.45pm). turn eggsplorer this easter as you follow the trail, collect the clues, solve the puzzle and win a cadbury egghead! £2 per child.

5 sunday - 26 sunday Photofest 2015 12pm - 5pm at Abernethy Old Kirk, Nethy Bridge, PH25 3ED. 10 photographers provide an eclectic mix of inspiring photographs.Tea / coffee / home-baking. also secondhand books / tombola. Free entry and free parking. call 07934 413063

10 Friday World Darts Championship : Phil Taylor, Keith Deller, Bobby George 7pm at Ironworks, Inverness.

For tickets and info call 0871 7894173 or visit www.ironworksvenue.com

11 saturday & 12 sunday Daffodil Walks @ Brodie Castle 10.30am - 5pm Guided walks allow you to see these magnificent flowers in bloom. Entry: £3 per head www.nts.org.uk

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May cont. all types of whisky/whiskey and encourages everyone to enjoy whisky responsibly it’s all about making whisky fun and enjoyable. www.worldwhiskyday.com

17 Sunday Gordon Castle

Bogbain Farm nr. Inverness Scotland’s best new music festival full of emerging musical talent, craft beer and street food. www.brewatthebog.com

Highland Games and Country Fair from 10am Gordon Castle, Fochabers, IV32 7PQ. Competitions, Highland Games Arena, Music, Song and Dance, Food Court and Fun for Children Tel: Ros Lewis on 07500 879687 www.gordoncastlehighlandg ames.co.uk

10 Sunday & 17 Sunday

30 Saturday

Blackhills Estate Gardens Open

Laggan 10k Road Race and 1 Mile Fun Run

The garden, which covers about sixty acres, is planted in two steep sided glacial valleys which connect to form a letter C. These sheltered valleys possess a micro-climate which allows the growing of many plants which are normally considered too tender to be grown on the East coast of Scotland. The plan is to open Blackhills Garden this year in aid of a local charity that introduces children to traditional music. www.blackhills.co.uk

From Laggan Village Hall, with spectacular scenery along the road to the beautiful Corrieyairack pass.

Tel: 01528 544 282 Email: moragaecraig@gmail.com www.laggan.com

2 Saturday - 3 Sunday Brew at the Bog

June cont.

12 Friday - 14 Sunday 40th TMSA Keith Festival A great weekend of music, dance and song.

Tel: Sandy McCombie on 01542 882638 or Wilma Murdoch on 01542 887362 Email: keithfestival@gmail.com for more details.

14 Sunday - 15 Monday Burgie International Horse Trials 9am-5pm Burgie House, by Forres.

Tel: 01343 850128 Email: secretary@burgie.org www.burgie.org

14 Sunday The Scottish Bikeathon

16 Saturday World Whisky Day 2015 Try a dram and celebrate the water of life. Events are taking place all over the globe. If you can’t find an event happening near you why not host your own World Whisky day event? All you need is a bottle of whisky to share with your friends.

World Whisky day celebrates

10.30am Ardvonie Park, Nr Kingussie.

26 mile cycle through stunning scenery raising money for blood cancer. All riders receive a t-shirt and medal for taking part. www.leukaemialymphomares earch.org.uk

15 Monday - 21 Sunday Forres Scottish Week

June 7 Sunday 13th Elgin Rotary Marafun 12noon – 5pm, Elgin A city centre marathon-length relay race for teams of 5. The first Marafun was in 1991 when £25,000 was raised for charity and since then it has been held every two years, alternating with Motorfun, raising well over half a million pounds through the hard work and generous sponsorship of local people and businesses. www.elginrotary.co.uk

The event is held every three years in the month of June and is co-ordinated by the Forres Community Activities Association. Keep an eye on the SpotLight magazine for more details.

21 Sunday The 18th Nairnshire Challenge A 30-mile duathlon (12.3 miles on foot, 17.7 miles on bike) covering the length of Nairnshire from the highest, most southern point to the most northern point by the sea. nairnshirechallenge.co.uk

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21 Sunday - 28 Sunday Grantown 250 After the ’45 – The Dawn of the Modern Highlands Grantown will be celebrating the laying of the first stone of the first building (a linen manufactory) of what is a unique Scottish Eighteenth Century planned settlement.

Exactly 250 years later Grantown will be marking this event and highlighting all that this vibrant community has since become. During the week the town will host a wide diversity of related events, the planning for which has already begun. grantown250.org

27 Saturday Piping Hot European Pipe Band Championships Grant Park, Forres Over 100 pipe bands from all over Europe will compete to become European Champions in their grade.

Local producers will be showcasing their wares and a funfair will add to the entertainment. www.pipinghotforres.com

July TBC Forres Highland Games 12pm-5.30pm Grant Park, Victoria Road, Forres.

Tel: 01309 673289. www.forreshighlandgames.fs net.co.uk

4 Saturday - 5 Sunday Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in Portsoy from 10am. Dance, music, crafts and the best regional food and drink all in the beautiful natural setting of Portsoy Harbour.

July cont.

July cont.

Tel: 01261 842951 E: contact@stbfportsoy.com www.stbfportsoy.com

18 Saturday – 25 Saturday

9 Thursday - 12 Sunday

A week long family event with something for everyone. www.hopemangala.co.uk

Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open Golf Tournament 1st European Tour event to be played over a composite course at historic Gullane Golf Club in East Lothian www.aamscottishopen.com

17 Friday - 19 Sunday Lossiemouth Folk Festival Beach Bar, Commerce Street, Lossiemouth Laid back and relaxed festival held right on the beach, watch the sunset while listening to wonderful live music. Free event.

Phone: 01343 813164 www.lossiefolkclub.co.uk

18 Saturday Inverness Highland Games 10.30am-6pm Northern Meeting Park, Inverness.

2014 will see Inverness stage two Highland Games, the first in July and the Inbhir Nis Homecoming Highland Games will take place on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September as part of the Homecoming Scotland 2014 celebrations. www.invernesshighlandgame s.com

Tomintoul Highland Games - The Friendly Games 11am-5pm One of Scotland's longest running Highland Games, showcasing traditional heavy and light events, highland dancing, piping competitions and lesser known entertainments like tilt the bucket and barrel racing. www.tomintoulhighlandgame s.co.uk

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25 Saturday Dufftown Highland Games 11am Held on the last Saturday in July since 1892, full programme of all light and heavy events, afternoon teas and beer tent. dufftownhighlandgames.com

31 July - 2 August

August cont.

Phone: 01540 673348. knockmalloch@onetel.com www.newtonmorehighlandga mes.co.uk

2 Sunday Lossiemouth Raft Race 2pm, East Beach, Lossiemouth www.raf.mod.uk/raflossiemou th/events/

5 Wednesday Black Isle Horse Show Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord, Ross-Shire, IV6 7RS. www.blackisleshow.info

Speyfest

6 Thursday.

Fochabers. The best in traditional and contemporary Celtic music. www.speyfest.com

Black Isle Show

Augut 1 Saturday Nairn Show 10am, Kinnudie Farm, Auldearn.

Livestock exhibitions, Craft Fair, Trade Stands, Show Jumping and much more.

Phone: 01667 455214 Email: secretary@nairnshow.org.uk www.nairnshow.org.uk

Aberlour Strathspey Highland Games The Alice Littler Memorial Park, Aberlour.

Highland dancing starts at 11am, all other events start 1pm Phone: 01340 810844 www.aboutaberlour.co.uk/theaberlour-strathspey-highlandgames/

Newtonmore Highland Games 10.30am-5pm The Elian, Newtonmore

Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord, Ross-Shire, IV6 7RS. www.blackisleshow.info

6 Thursday – 9 Saturday Belladrum Festival Belladrum Estate, Beauly.

Family events. Over 90 acts across 5 stages.

Phone: 01463 741366 www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk

7 Friday – 8 Saturday Highland Field Sports Fair 10am-6pm Moy, Inverness-shire.

Entertainment and activities for all the family with an emphasis on field sports.

Phone: 01463 793333 www:moyfieldsportsfair.co.uk

8 Saturday Abernethy Highland Games Nethy Bridge, Inverness-shire PH25 3DA. Gates open at 8.30am with Highland Dancing competitions starting at 10am and at 10.30am the adults and kids events get going.

The day ends at

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Calendar August cont. approximately 5pm. www.nethybridge.com/highlan dgames

Strathpeffer Highland Gathering 1pm to 5.30pm Castle Leod, Strathpeffer, Ross-shire.

Phone 01997 423340 Email: strathpefferhighlandgathering @gmail.com www: strathpeffervillage.org.uk

9 Sunday - 10 Monday Keith Country Show Renowned for being one of Scotland’s best and friendliest shows, starts at 8am both days, closes 6pm on Sunday and 5pm on Monday. Outside stands and inside stands in Craft, Lifestyle & Food Fayre Marquees Phone: 01542 882978 www.keithshow.org.uk

13 Thursday Grantown Show 8am-5pm. Heathfield Park, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3HX. Agricultural show, trade stands, pageant and evening dance Phone: 01343 551113 Email: grantonshow@btinternet.com www.grantownshow.co.uk

August cont

August cont

entertainment, including Highland dancing, pipe contests, heavy events and track and field.

Tel: 01667 452422.

Email: info@nairnhighlandgames.co.uk www.nairnhighlandgames.co.uk

contactus@thekiltwalk.co.uk www.thekiltwalk.co.uk

22 Saturday 6th Speyside Way Race he Speyside Way Race Ultra Marathon returned to the Scottish Ultra calendar in 2010. The original route finished at the coast village of Spey Bay, but the reincarniated event now continues on to the end of the Speyside Way in Buckie town centre, making it a 36.5 mile ultra event.

Registration takes place in Buckie Community High School, which is near the finish. Starts in Ballindalloch at 9am - a bus will leave Buckie at 7.45am. www.speysidewayrace.co.uk

27 Thursday – 31 Monday Tomintoul and Glenlivet Walking Festival 2015 Some spectacular walks and cycling in the Cairngorm National Park. A dedicated team has been working to provide a full range of walks and social events. www.tgwf.co.uk

September

September cont.

6 Sunday Glen Moray Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K Starts and finishes at Glen Moray Distillery, Elgin. www.forresharriers.org.uk

1 Tuesday – 6 Sunday Nairn Book and Arts Festival The festival offers literary talks, musical performance, drama and art exhibitions to the Highlands of Scotland.

Email:enquiries@nairnfestival. co.uk www.nairnfestival.co.uk

5 Saturday Carve Carrbridge On the village sports field.

Top chainsaw carvers both from the UK and around the world, including entries from the USA and Europe will compete for the magnificent Claymore trophy and prize money. A day of family events including live music, activities, games, stalls and food & drink.

Phone: 07771 914598 Email: info@carvecarrbridge.com www.carvecarrbridge.com

27 Sunday Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running The route begins in an atmospheric location and continues through breathtaking scenery, taking you along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, across the River Ness, and into the centre of Inverness, capital city of the Highlands. www.lochnessmarathon.com

There are many venues throughout Moray & the Highlands who have a year round calendar of events, have a look at the following sites for a huge choice of interesting days out.

Ballater Highland Games Monaltrie Park, Ballater, AB35 5RZ. Held every year since 1864, heavy events, hill race and pipe bands Phone 013397 56224 ballaterhighlandgames.com

15 Saturday The Macallan Nairn Highland Games 11.30am - 5pm. The Links, Marine Rd. Traditional Highland Games with many activities and

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30 Sunday Speyside Kiltwalk Sponsored walking event for all ages to raise funds for Scottish children’s charities.

With three distances to choose from there’s a walk for everyone! Arguably the toughest of all Kiltwalk’s, Speyside is no mean feat but those who dare will be treated to some of Scotland’s most beautiful scenery.

Email:

www.wdcs.org (Scottish Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society) www.filmforres.co.uk www.ironworksvenue.com www.findhorn.org/universal-hall www.eden-court.co.uk www.thisismoray.com www.strathpefferpavilion.org www.nts.org.uk (National Trust Scotland) www.morayartcentre.org www.whatshappeningon.com www.outfitmoray.com www.crerarhotels.com/EightAcres www.portgordonharbour.org

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October cont.

10 Saturday 22nd Annual Golden Spurtle™ World Porridge Making Championship Takes place in the Scottish Highland village of Carrbridge in Cairngorms National Park. The event draws competitors from around the globe to compete for the coveted Golden Spurtle trophy and title of “World Porridge Making Champion”. It also celebrates the diversity of porridge through a speciality section. www.goldenspurtle.com

December cont.

The Nairn Road Runners Turkey Trot Held every Boxing Day, and this year it starts and finishes at the Maggot Sports Ground in Nairn. It is a great way to burn off all those extra calories from Christmas Day. Registration & refreshments will be Nairn Dunbar Golf Club. Prizes will be awarded for the best fancy dress runner. www.nairnroadrunners.co.uk

January TBC Aviemore Dog Sled Race

Mid October Moray Feelgood Festival Moray’s contribution to the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival. www.morayfeelgoodfestival.co.uk

November

Two day timed trials organized by the Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain.

The race is run on forest trails around the beautiful Loch Morlich, in the shadow of the Cairngorm mountains. www.siberianhuskyclub.org.uk.

11 Monday Early Nov Bonfires & Fireworks Cooper Park, Elgin and Grant Park, Forres and Inverness.

December Christmas Eve Torch light procession through the streets of Aviemore complete with Santa and his reindeers.

Burning of the Clavie Burghead 6pm.

CelebrateS the beginning of the New Year. The Clavie is a handmade barrel filled with timber and tar. It is set alight and paraded through the streets of the town. Pieces of charred wood are handed out by the Clavie King and his crew, who are all men from Burghead itself. A local, ancient 1,600-year custom well worth seeing. www.burghead.com

26 Saturday Burghead Boxing Day Swim Burghead Harbour This event has been running for years and has raised vast amounts for a variety of charities.

Tel: 01343 835457 helen.main@btinternet.com www.burgheadboxingdayswi m.co.uk

February TBC Food on Film Festival, Kingussie A feast of local food, celebrity chefs, short films, documentaries and features to make you laugh, make you think and make you hungry! www.kingussiefoodonfilm.co.uk

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Queen Victoria School Raising to Distinction Open Morning Sat 19 Sept 2015 Admissions Deadline Fri 15 Jan 2016 Queen Victoria School in Dunblane is a co-educational boarding school for the children of UK Armed Forces personnel who are Scottish, or who have served in Scotland or who have been members of a Scottish regiment.

The QVS experience encourages and develops well-rounded, confident individuals in an environment of stability and continuity.

The main entry point is into Primary 7 and all places are fully funded for tuition and boarding by the Ministry of Defence.

Families are welcome to find out more by contacting Admissions on +44 (0) 131 310 2927 to arrange a visit.

Queen Victoria School Dunblane Perthshire FK15 0JY

www.qvs.org.uk