Fraoch Lodge

11/06/2026

10 family adventures near Fraoch Lodge this summer

One of the reasons families love staying at Fraoch Lodge is that you don't have to spend hours in the car to find something to do. Some of our favourite family adventures begin right from the front door, while others are just a short drive away....

One of the reasons families love staying at Fraoch Lodge is that you don’t have to spend hours in the car to find something to do. Some of our favourite family adventures begin right from th…

07/06/2026

Where are you going for your fish and chips today on national fish and chip day?

If you're staying at Fraoch Lodge, we recommend The Kimberley at Findhorn Bay or The Lock Inn, Fort Augustus or Dougie's Chippie in Inverness

04/06/2026

Planning a Scotland Road Trip? Don’t Rush Through the Cairngorms

Why one night in the Cairngorms is never enough! The problem with staying just one night is that you barely scratch the surface. Most visitors arrive in the late afternoon, perhaps after a long drive from Edinburgh, Inverness or Skye. They enjoy dinner, spend the night and leave after breakfast. In that short time they've seen very little of what makes the Cairngorms National Park so special....

Why one night in the Cairngorms is never enough! The problem with staying just one night is that you barely scratch the surface. Most visitors arrive in the late afternoon, perhaps after a long dr…

03/06/2026

We thought we'd share an example of one of innumerable biking opportunities around Fraoch Lodge for World Bicycle Day.

This is on a part of the Speyside Way, not far from Glenlivet Trails
(Unusually cold for May biking at the time.)

02/06/2026

Scotland is glorious - not only the mountain views, but also when you take the time to look up close.

16 new items · Memory by Rebecca Field

28/05/2026

Highland Games you can easily attend from Fraoch Lodge

If you’re visiting the Highlands during summer, there’s a good chance you’ll hear the sound of bagpipes drifting across a village field long before you see the cabers flying through the air. Highland Games are one of Scotland’s most iconic traditions — a colourful mix of sport, music, dancing, clan culture, and community celebration. For many visitors, attending a Highland Games becomes one of the highlights of their trip to Scotland....

If you’re visiting the Highlands during summer, there’s a good chance you’ll hear the sound of bagpipes drifting across a village field long before you see the cabers flying through the air. Highl…

26/05/2026

May's also a great month for mountain biking. Fortunately I haven't been too busy to get out and enjoy a couple of rides myself and study leave for Gregor has also meant learning bike maintenance and exploring new trails.

26/05/2026

Something to bear in mind if you are thinking of hiring a bike when you’re here with us.

26/05/2026

21/05/2026

Kilts and Whisky: 2 icons of Scotland and how you can experience them when visiting Fraoch Lodge

If you ask visitors what comes to mind when they think of Scotland, two things almost always feature near the top of the list: kilts and whisky. These two traditions are woven deeply into Scotland’s identity, especially in the Highlands. From clan tartans and ceilidh dancing to smoky drams enjoyed beside a fire after a day in the hills, kilts and whisky represent much more than souvenirs or stereotypes. They tell stories about landscape, heritage, craftsmanship, and community...

If you ask visitors what comes to mind when they think of Scotland, two things almost always feature near the top of the list: kilts and whisky. These two traditions are woven deeply into Scotland…