What to do.

The key activities in Grantown-on-Spey revolve around the River Spey, the ancient Caledonian forest surrounding the town, the Cairngorm mountain range to the south or the superb Golf courses in the area. Whatever your interests I'm sure Grantown-on-Spey has something to offer you.

River Spey:

Salmon Fishing on the river Spey has been popular for many years. The Spey is one of Scotland's foremost Salmon rivers, with the Grantown Association having rights to seven miles of the Spey and twelve miles of the river Dulnain you will be able to find a a stretch of water to suite your style. 

Anagach Woods:

With walks mapped out through this historic Scots Pine woodland you will find wildlife plentiful. The woods are filled with Roe Deer and Capercaillie. Badenoch and Strathspey is one of the last strongholds of the Red Squirrel.

Cairngorm Mountains:

With the Funicular railway now ferrying you to the top of Cairngorm you have no excuse not to enjoy the mountain to the full, be it walking, climbing or skiing.

Ballindalloch Castle:

Only 15 miles down the valley Ballindalloch Castle, a magnificent 16th century castle - home to the Macpherson-Grant family since 1546. Enjoy Audio - Visual presentations, River Walks, The oldest herd of Aberdeen-Angus or have tea with Clare Macpherson-Grant Russell, Laird of Ballindalloch. a true Monarch of the Glen.

For opening times contact Ballindalloch Castle on Tel 01807 500206 Fax 01807 500210 or visit www.ballindallochcastle.co.uk

Rothiemurchus Highland Estate:

Another working estate this time near Aviemore. With walks, cycle tracks, clay pigeon shooting, off road driving and water sports you might want to spend more than a day. contact them on Tel: 01479 812345 or email: rothie@enterprise.net

Strathspey Steam Railway:

Take a journey back in time through beautiful Strathspey and experience the magic of Steam. Currently running between Aviemore and Boat of Garten with the Grantown-on-Spey link well underway.

Tel: 01479 810725 email: laurence.grant@strathspey-railway.freeserve.co.uk or visit www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk for a timetable and events calendar.

Grantown Museum & Heritage Trust:

The Museum tells the story of Grantown-on-Spey, a fine example of an 18th century planned town. The founding of the town is well documented and the history of the people and buildings are brought to life in the exhibitions with both modern and traditional displays and by an audio visual presentation.

Enquiries to Molly Duckett on Tel/Fax 01479 872478 or email molly.duckett@btinternet.com or visit www.grantown-on-spey.co.uk/museum.htm

With everything in the area from Whisky to walking you will find something to do.

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