Snow Roads Scenic Route

02/08/2023

If you're on the route of the SnowRoads make sure you book your visit to Corgarff Castle which has now reopened for the season.

Corgarff is just one of the many historic landmarks en-route, you might also pay a visit to Balmoral Castle & Estate and, Braemar Castle is about to open its doors again after undergoing an extensive renovation programme in the last couple of years.

The majestic tower house in the Cairngorms re-opens today (Tuesday 1 August)

12/05/2023

The Cairngorms Nature Festival kicks off today. Ten whole days of family friendly and nature lover events taking place across the Cairngorms National Park. Many events are free (some already sold out)! A great opportunity to explore the nature and beauty that surrounds us. This month's What's On Guide includes a list of festival events, make sure you pick up a copy!
https://bit.ly/3I0OXT2

The CairngormsNature Festival 12 – 21 May 2023 Taking place over 10 days in May, the Cairngorms Nature Festival (formerly the BIG Weekend) is an annual celebration of the outstanding wildlife and landscapes that can be found in the Cairngorms National Park . With over 80 activities across the Nati...

15/04/2023

SnowRoads 90 Miles of.....Highland Traditions

If you are travelling the SnowRoads between July to September the chances are there's a Highland Games taking place and you really don't want to miss it.

These are family friendly events and a spectacle to see! Watch as competitors test their strength in the caber toss and tug o' war. The air will be filled with the music of the pipes and drums and there'll be opportunity to see the Highland dancers.

Key Dates:
Tomintoul Highland Games - 15th July
Aboyne Highland Games - 5th August
Ballater Highland Games - 10th August
Abernethy Highland Games - 12th August
Strathardle Highland Games - 26th August
Lonach Highland games - 27th August
The Braemar Highland Games - 2nd September
Blairgowrie Highland Games - 3rd September

If you're planning to go, it's better to book tickets in advance as often these events sell out quickly.

For further information: http://bit.ly/3MIsSvy

📸 Ballater Highland Games

14/04/2023

SnowRoads 90 Miles of.....Snowsports & Panoramic Views.

Did you know the Cairngorms National Park is home to THREE of Scotland's 5 snowsport centres and 2 of those are on the route of the SnowRoads?

In the winter months Glenshee Ski Centre and Lecht Ski Centre are a hub for snowsport activities offering a range of runs for all abilities but for the rest of the year there is still plenty of fun to be had.

If munro bagging is your "thang", a trip up the Cairnwell chairlift at Glensehee not only offers spectacular views, there are also 3 easily accessible munros for you to bag at the top too and, check out the mountain biking trails at the top of the Lecht, easy to get there, just jump on the chairlift along with your bike.

📸 Glenshee Ski Centre

13/04/2023

90 Miles of.....Tours & Tastings.

From small batch gin distilleries and big brand whisky producers to Dave, the cask conditioned beer maker .....

Pay a visit to the people who take gin making seriously Persie Gin or check out the Copper Berry Chamber (not easy to say once you've had a few) on a tour of Caorunn Gin distillery. If it's whisky you're after look no further than Royal Lochnagar distillery which carries the royal warrant seal of approval and of course the newly opened The Cairn Distillery just outside Grantown on Spey.

And finally for the beer drinkers out there, find out what's what's brewing at Braemar Brewing Co. and say hello to brewer Dave.

Decisions, decisions, is it one tipple or two?

(For the drivers out there, all locations offer takeaway tasters so you don't miss out!)


📸 Persie Gin

12/04/2023

If picture perfect routes are on your hit list, then a trip along the SnowRoads is for you.

Explore it with us......

Stretching from Blairgowrie through to Grantown on Spey this 90 mile adventure takes you through the eastern side of the Cairngorms National Park where Spring has finally sprung!

The route can of course be travelled in either direction but if you're starting in Blairgowrie and walking or cycling is your game, check out some of the exciting sites you can explore at The Cateran Ecomuseum - a museum without walls which sits on the Highland Boundary Fault that separates the Highlands from the Lowlands.

📸 Glenshee Kirk / Clare Cooper

09/12/2022

Keep your name off the naughty list, do what Santa says! Get your snow gear at the ready as both Glenshee Ski Centre and Lecht 2090 kick off the snowsport season Saturday 17th December. Check websites for ticket info.

Santa says it’s time to get your skis & boards out of the loft as we will be opening our beginners area on 17th & 18th of December, if we continue to get snow Santa might even be able to open up some big lifts.

Santa would also like to remind you that it’s not too late to get your Christmas list into him, if you should find that you’ve lost a glove or your goggles then pop into one of our favourite shops Boarderline in Banchory or ESP in Elgin for all your skiing and snowboarding needs.

Opening dates
17th Dec - Open
18th Dec - Open
19th Dec - Closed
20th Dec - Closed
21st Dec - Open
22nd Dec - Open
23rd Dec - Open
Christmas Eve - Open
Christmas Day - Closed
Boxing Day - Open

Please check updates for opening times on Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.

30/11/2022

Want to know where you can meet Santa & his Reindeer this December? Pick up a copy of the What's On Guide when you get here. Packed full of event information including Christmas markets, live music and festivities, there is something for everyone.

What's on in the Cairngorms this December!
Featuring all your favourite festive events 🦌🎅🎄✨

Read online here: https://bit.ly/WhatsOnCairngormsDecember22

21/11/2022

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow..... First official sighting of a fair dusting of snow on the mountain tops over the weekend along the route of the SnowRoads. Tyres- check, oil - check, warm clothing - check. What's stopping you? 😀

31/10/2022

What's On in the Cairngorms this November 💥🎇

Read online here ⤵️
https://bit.ly/CairngormsWhatsOnNovember22



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