Ballindalloch Castle
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Only 15 miles away, you will find Ballindalloch Castle, a
magnificent 16th century castle. Enjoy Audio - Visual presentations,
River Walks, The oldest herd of Aberdeen-Angus or a leisurely walk
through the beautiful gardens. For opening times contact
Ballindalloch Castle, Tel 01807 500206 .
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Distilleries around Grantown-on-Spey
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Grantown on Spey is the Gateway to the Malt Whisky Trail and
every year participates in the annual Spring 'Spirit of Speyside'
Whisky festival. Some of the finest whiskies in the world are
proudly and lovingly produced in this 'neck 'o the woods'. Below are
a selection of the distilleries around Grantown on Spey which beg to
be visited.
Aberlour,
Glenfiddich,
Balvenie,
Cardhu,
Glenfarclas,
Glenlivet,
Macallan,
Knockando, Strathisla.
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Fishing
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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 stretch
of water to suite your style. The Spey offers all kinds of
recreational activity. The river is deservedly world-famous for
fly-fishing, teeming with salmon and trout, offering first-class
beats. Other recreations include bird watching (home to the rare
Goldeneye duck), canoeing, and picturesque riverside walks.
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Golf
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There are a number of nearby golf courses, the nearest being
Grantown’s own golf course, an 18 hole 70 par course. Other courses
nearby are boat of garten, Carrbridge, Abernethy and the new
Championship course in Aviemore.
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Grantown Museum & Heritage Trust
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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. At the museum you can find out
about Queen Victoria’s royal visit of 1860, the coming of the
railways and Grantown’s development as a popular holiday
destination. Enquiries to Molly Duckett on Tel/Fax 01479 872478
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Revack Adventure Park
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Visitor attraction set in 350 acres of outstanding scenery,
Walled garden, Ornamental lochs, 10 miles of walks and trails, Gift
shop and Restaurant with superb coffee and outlook. Rich in
wildlife.
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Shopping, Eating & Drinking
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With a wide choice of restaurants, bars and hotels many with live
entertainment playing throughout the season you may find yourself
having a "highland fling." The town’s Square and High Street are
lined with unique, independent and interesting shops and businesses
selling everything from children’s clothes to whisky, fishing line
to pottery. There are numerous cafes, bars and restaurants offering
a wide range of meals, drinks and snacks to suit all tastes and
pockets.
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The Speyside Heather Centre
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Come along and see more heather varieties than you thought
existed and perhaps take a living part of Scotland home with you.
The Heather centre also has a wonderful shop and the “Clootie
Dumpling” restaurant/tea room.
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Walking
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With marked walks through Caledonian forest from the heart of
Grantown to the banks of the river Spey, you can find wildlife and
wonderful scenery within a five minute walk. 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. There are also numerous other walks and trails
around the town which offer wonderful views over the surrounding
hills and mountains.
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