Fraoch Lodge

06/09/2026

August is always so busy that it can be difficult to string thoughts together and get beyond whatever needs doing next!

But now we've reached September, the pace has slowed a little. The seasons are beginning to turn, the evenings are drawing in, and the things our guests enjoy doing here are starting to change too.

Fancy trying some mountain biking or foraging? Or perhaps you'd rather have a slower day — sitting by the fire with one of our books, or settling down with your knitting, crochet, drawing or writing project?

There’s something rather nice about having time to do those things you never quite seem to get around to at home.

Come and enjoy the Cairngorms at a slightly slower pace.

We'll take care of the rest.

06/09/2026

Were you at Carve Carrbridge yesterday?

04/09/2026

It's Carve Carrbridge tomorrow. Are you coming?
Always a great event and you never know you might find yourself in possession of a new feature for your garden at the end of the day.

03/09/2026

Looking Forward to Autumn at Fraoch Lodge

There is something about the beginning of autumn in the Cairngorms that always makes us look forward to the months ahead. The days are getting shorter, the first hints of colour are appearing in the birch trees and the bracken is beginning to turn golden and brown. There is a noticeable change in the light too. Summer can feel bright and busy; autumn brings softer evenings and a different pace to life in the Highlands....

There is something about the beginning of autumn in the Cairngorms that always makes us look forward to the months ahead. The days are getting shorter, the first hints of colour are appearing in t…

27/08/2026

Explore the Cairngorms without a car: what you can do from Fraoch Lodge

When we travel in Europe, we often choose not to hire a car, even when we are planning to spend most of our time hiking. In fact, perhaps because we are hiking, we particularly enjoy travelling without a car. It encourages us to slow down, use local transport and discover places along the way that we might otherwise simply drive past. Most people who come to stay at Fraoch Lodge arrive in their own car or hire one when they reach Scotland. But you don't have to....

When we travel in Europe, we often choose not to hire a car, even when we are planning to spend most of our time hiking. In fact, perhaps because we are hiking, we particularly enjoy travelling wi…

25/08/2026

Are you a bit of a foodie? You'll need to be here for a while to check out all of our local options. Rothiemurchus Barn and Farm Shop have even made it into a book for better options than motorway services. You should also check out our village shop and Balliefurth farm shop or if further afield (near Forres) try Thorabella Farm or Elchies Farm Shop

For eating out check out our recommendations next week.

18/08/2026

It's back to school week here in the Highlands so you might find that it's a wee bit quieter out and about just now. Perfect time to do a bit of cycling or hiking in the area.

If you are heading out on the bike/for a hike, stop in at our local village shop and post office for some treats first. Make sure you allow time to choose though as there's an amazing array of things to treat yourself.

11/08/2026

We've come up with quite a few walks locally which should help to tempt you to experience new parts of the Cairngorms and don't involve access from Glenmore.
1. Boat of Garten to Loch Vaa
2. Uaine Lochans and Farleitter Crag
3. Craigellachie Nature Reserve and viewpoint
4. Grantown on Spey viewpoint
5. Anagach Woods, Grantown on Spey
6. Loch Mallachie
7. Geal Charn Mor

There are plenty more too both on our website and if you ask Andy while you're here.

06/08/2026

A great place for a day out when you’re staying with us. Fantastic place for kids and adults alike. One to note for a wet day too!

We are open tomorrow folks spread the word