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Loch An Eilein
Our iconic loch with its ruined castle.
About Rothiemurchus
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500 years of Highland heritage.
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October holiday activities in Aviemore Set in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park just 5 minutes from Aviemore, Rothiemurchus is the ideal destination for a family holiday. With a whole host of outdoor activities on offer, whether you are looking for an exhilarating experience or a relaxing family outing we offer something for everyone. … Read more »
Spring is a fantastic time to visit the Cairngorms, the days are getting longer and there’s new life and vibrant colours everywhere you look. We’ve also been blessed with some fantastic weather of late making for some great days out at Rothiemurchus. We’ve put together a round up of our favourite social media images from… Read more »
EGGcellent turnout on Easter Sunday! As I write this from inside the Rangers’ Hut, with hail falling outside, it’s hard to believe that not 24 hours ago we were hunting for Easter Eggs in the warmth of the Spring sunshine at Loch an Eilein. Not that hail would stand in the way of children (or… Read more »
Today is the international day of happiness and while there’s no quick fix for happiness there are certainly things we could all do to make our lives our lives a bit happier and as the saying goes “You may as well be happy while you’re living, because you’re a long time dead.” So with that in mind here’s… Read more »
Want to know more about Highland Cows? Well, you’ve come to the right place! The Highland Cow, or ‘heilan coo’ as it is affectionately known is one of Scotland most iconic animals. With its flowing red coat and long pointed horns, Highland Cattle have long been a part of everyday life at Rothiemurchus. Highland cattle… Read more »
Most of you are possibly unaware, but at the minute there’s a storm raging in the farming press over the quality of beef. John Elliott is a farmer from the Borders who has built a reputation over the decades as Scotland’s top beef breeder and has been at the forefront of many new ideas and… Read more »
If you are on holiday in Aviemore and the Cairngorms in the October holidays and are looking for fun things to do with the kids, then look no further! Rothiemurchus offer a wide range of exciting outdoor activities… Treezone Aerial Adventures, Quad Trekking and Fishing to name a few…. but one activity you shouldn’t miss… Read more »
There’s a whole host of activities you can do with the kids in Aviemore and the Cairngorms, we’ve put together a list of things you can do right here at Rothiemurchus which are sure to keep you and the kids busy in the holidays! Go for a walk or bike ride Take some time out… Read more »
Eat. Sleep. Farm. Repeat. Hi, and welcome to the Rothiemurchus Farm blog. First of all, I’d better introduce myself. My name is Alan Rankin and I’m the Cattle Manager. I’ve only been here 6 months, following in the footsteps (or should that be wheel tracks?) of Sandy McKenzie, who retired after nearly 40 years at… Read more »
There are beautiful views all around Rothiemurchus, here are 5 of our favourites. Loch an Eilein From the shore, take in magnificent views of Loch an Eilein with its 13th century island castle. Sheltered by ancient pine trees with views of the mountains, the path around the loch offers the chance to see wildlife such… Read more »
You cannot help but be mesmerised to the skies from March to September. For many, that is simply longing for the sun to break through the cloud but for others, it is the chance of seeing the Ospreys pass above as they search from height for their next prey. Many more of us will now… Read more »
The Highland Lady, Elizabeth Grant, was born in 1797 to the 9th Laird, John Peter and his wife Jane. She was the eldest of five children and spent her life travelling between Edinburgh, London, India and France before settling down in Ireland on the property of her husband, Colonel Henry Smith. Journals Elizabeth is remembered… Read more »
