Easter Holidays at Rothiemurchus Set in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park just 5 minutes from Aviemore, Rothiemurchus is the ideal destination for a family holiday over the 2019 Easter break. With a whole host of outdoor activities on offer, whether you are looking for an exhilarating experience or a relaxing family outing we offer… Read more »
Solace in Landscape Gerard Murphy explores landscapes across the United Kingdom in his new series of work titled ‘Four Corners’. Photographs from the series are currently on display in The Druie Cafe, Rothiemurchus. Here he describes how he became a photographer and how his new project helped him find solace in uncertain times. On Discovering… Read more »
To celebrate International Day of Forests we explore the forests of Rothiemurchus. Every year on the 21st of March the United Nations raises awareness of the importance of all types of forests. This year the International Day of Forests promotes education to Learn to Love Forests. Towering trees and ancient pine forests make Rothiemurchus special. They… Read more »
A Special Place to Treat Your Mum This year Mother’s Day is the last Sunday in March – 31st. Rothiemurchus, just outside Aviemore, is the perfect place to spend precious time together as a family. Explore the stunning scenery of the Cairngorms, get the adrenalin racing with our outdoor activities and then treat her to something scrumptious…. Read more »
BBC Winterwatch returns to our screens at the end of January, this time broadcasting from The Dell of Abernethy, right here in the Cairngorms National Park! Presenters Chris Packham, Michaela Strachan and Gillian Burke will be following the fascinating wildlife of Strathspey and the Cairngorms, observing how it lives in and adapts to the harsh… Read more »
Top 5 things to do in Aviemore in the snow Whatever the weather there’s always something to do at Rothiemurchus, a year-round playground just 5 minutes from Aviemore we offer a variety of activities suitable for the whole family. With winter fast approaching and snow on the forecast in the Cairngorms this weekend, now is… Read more »
Outlaw King – Hollywood comes to Rothiemurchus… again We’re no stranger to a film set at Rothiemurchus with scenes from productions such as Outlander, Monarch of the Glen and even a Bollywood blockbuster filmed here in the past. Last August we saw the shore of Loch an Eilein transformed into a medieval township as once… Read more »
The Druie Cafe Fantastic coffee, delicious cakes and hearty bites, The Druie Cafe is the ideal pit stop after exploring Rothiemurchus. Just like the rest of Rothiemurchus, it’s the people that make it so special. Situated in Rothiemurchus Centre, we are just 5 minutes from Aviemore. Queen of Scones Scones are a huge part… Read more »
Ghillie Basan’s Top Picks for Christmas Shopping at Rothiemurchus I love Christmas – the sparkle, the bubbly, the pretty tree, and the excitement of gifts – but every year I find myself dashing around at the last minute to get the stocking fillers, the dinner, and those presents I haven’t yet thought of. You know,… Read more »
Pub landlord turned actor: Iain Wilkie’s story is one that wouldn’t be out of place on the big screen itself and it all started with a chance opportunity at Rothiemurchus last August. Recent Netflix release Outlaw King was being filmed in the area at the time, the big budget movie which tells the story of Robert the Bruce was shot in several locations across Scotland including Loch an Eilein. Iain,… Read more »
