Read on for a snapshot of life on Rothiemurchus Farm in 2025, from a smooth spring calving through to harvest and preparations for the winter months. Spring calving went very well this year, with the weather being kind throughout the calving period. Lots of healthy, strong calves were born with little intervention needed. Millie Grant… Read more »
It’s been another busy year for our Ranger team. Here’s a look at what they’ve been working on across Rothiemurchus in 2025. Rothiemurchus Ranger Report – 2025 2025 has been a year of change and growth for the Ranger team. Shona stepped into her first full year as Head Ranger, ably supported by Vicky as… Read more »
New for 2025: Rothiemurchus Fly Fishing Season Pass Now Available If you’re someone who finds real joy in casting a line, soaking up the peace and quiet of the Cairngorms, and watching the water with a flask of tea nearby — this is for you. We’re now offering a season pass for Rothiemurchus Fishing, giving… Read more »
Calves and Coos: A Behind-the-Scenes Farm Experience at Rothiemurchus Step beyond the farm gates and get a closer look at life on a working Highland farm with our Calves and Coos experience at Rothiemurchus. This exclusive opportunity gives you the chance to meet our cows, visit the calving area, and even help out at feeding… Read more »
Farm Report from Rothiemurchus Farmer Grant Mackenzie Last winter was mild and the cattle wintered well. We have created a new winter feed area for the breeding cows which is drier underfoot and will benefit the soil structure, keep the ground fertile and reduce the need for fertiliser. The young cattle meanwhile enjoyed winter rations… Read more »
Festive Opening Hours at Rothiemurchus, near Aviemore Here’s a quick rundown of our festive opening times: Farm Shop: Open daily from 9:45 am to 4:30 pm, except for Christmas Day, when we’ll be closed. The Barn Café: Closed on Christmas Day, but we’ll be open on Boxing Day, Hogmanay (closing at 4 pm), and New… Read more »
Opera at The Tipi, Rothiemurchus Join us for a one-off, free, musical event, on Friday 24 May 2024, featuring soprano Lea Shaw and baritone Philip Rhodes, principals in Scottish Opera’s current production of La Traviata. They will present a hugely entertaining 30-minute programme of songs and duets from the world of opera. This free… Read more »
Rothiemurchus Estate, Gleann Eanaich peatland restoration project site 2, 2024 WHAT? An area of degraded peatland in the west of Gleann Eanaich is undergoing restoration work, funded by a grant from CNPA Peatland ACTION and Rothiemurchus…. Read more »
Rangers Report In this blog the Ollie, our Head Ranger, gives us a short rundown of just some of the key activities the Rothiemurchus Ranger team was involved in 2023. Keep your eyes peeled on our social media and the blog to find out more about our Rangers and the important job they do here… Read more »
The Farm Year – Where Timing is Everything Prolonged snow and ice in early 2023 made for a tough daily routine on the farm, with a sledge hammer required to break ice on water troughs each morning for many weeks. It also meant a challenging spring calving, with more calves than usual requiring help. But… Read more »
