Glenthorne Highland Holiday Cottage in Newtonmore Cairngorms Scotland
What's On in and around Newtonmore Cairngorms Scotland
Set in the Cairngorm National Park, the Newtonmore area is a walkers
heaven with other outdoor pursuits including fishing on the river Spey*,
two excellent golf courses, one in Newtonmore and the other adjoining
burgh of Kingussie. Other activities in and around the area include skiing,
mountain biking, RSPB sites for bird watching, the interactive Highland
Folk park and Whisky Distilleries or why not take a trip on a romantic
steam train or ride the funicular railway to the top of the Cairngorm
mountains and remember not to miss your first shinty
match.
*permits may be required
Golf
Strathspey & Badnenoch has a large concentration of golf courses for your holiday stay. They all differ in character hugging the River Spey in the valley, some with imposing mountains, others on higher ground with views over breathtaking scenery. These course are open to visitors. It might be an idea to book depending on the season. Your handicap information is not required for normal play unless you want to try your hand in the many local competitions.
- Newtonmore - more
The
golf course, which mostly lies along the banks of the River Spey in
the heart of Monarch of the Glen country is surrounded by some of the
most dramatic and beautiful highland scenery, a definite hazard for
those trying to concentrate on their golf. The golf course plays to
6041 yds., with a premium on keeping the ball in play. Only one par
five is complemented by a clutch of tight par fours and challenging
par threes. Play to your handicap and you will have played well. - Kingussie - more
Golf
has been played at Kingussie since 1891. In 1908 Kingussie sought
the advice of Harry Vardon and extended the course to 18 holes. While
some improvements and modifications have been made the course is still
very much as it was – Highland Golf at its very best! Indeed,
Kingussie offers exceptional quality and prides its value-for-money
reputation.- Carrbridge - more
The
course is kept superbly by a dedicated green keeping team and offers
a challenge to all levels of golfer. The nine greens often change in
character as the game progresses and so there is usually a different
challenge when circumnavigating for the back half of a round.
Highland Folk Park - more
This
award winning centre takes you back in time and then travels through history
to this century in the lives of highlanders and their communities. It
is an opportunity to see how highland people really lived. At Newtonmore,
whole buildings and their environment have been lovingly and painstakingly
reconstructed. You will actually enter the world of the Highlander and
experience walking through a number of 'time windows' dating from the
early 18th century Highland township to the mid-20th century working croft.
Highland Wildlife Park - more
This
park sets out a number of habitats with diverse species from bison to
boar, wildcats to caipercaillie. It is a great opportunity to see these
many species in their habitat settings.
Loch Inch Water sports - more
This
centre has 14 acres of forested land and 700 acres of beautiful Highland
Loch within its limits the activities offered include; Sailing, Windsurfing,
Canoeing, Kayaking, Skiing, Fishing, Rowing, Biking, Archery, Rafting
and Walking.
Loch Morlich Watersports - more
Loch Morlich is another beautiful location allowing you to engage in watersports walking, mountain biking and fishing.
Strathspey Steam Railway - more
The
Strathspey Railway operates this fine steam railway. It allows you to
step back into this romantic era - take a ride back in time. In season
you can go on a special train dining car journey enjoying the experience
of this fine locamotive, fine food and a view from your table you will
never forget.
Bird Watching - more
The
Strathspey area is rich in opportunities to observe a number of rare and
important species. The area includes: the inch marshes in spring there
are lapwings, redshanks and curlews nesting. In the winter the marshes
flood, providing roosting and feeding for flocks of whooper swans and
greylag geese. The Spey valley is also noted for the presence of osprey.
The RSPB has many sites around the area. Visiting their hide in Loch Garten
allows you to observe the osprey at close quarters. Breeding season is
from May to July. The Aberneth forrest provides opportunities to see crested
tits and crossbills among other species present in this area. While the
Monadhliath is of course importand due to the presence of golden eagle.
Mountain Biking - more
Laggan
Wolftrax is the latest purpose built mountain bike centre in Scotland,
designed and built by mountain bikers for mountain bikers. The trail
network offers some of the best mountain biking in Scotland encompassing
challenging and unique features for all abilities from the fun blue
to the highly technical black, you won't be disappointed. There
is a mixture of mature forest and open country riding allowing you
to make the most of the big mountain views.
Walking - more
This
area at the geographical centre of Scotland is without question a walkers
paradise - with its ease of access to the many walking areas of the country.
The village has created the wildcat trail a 10 Km walk encircling the
village. The trail covers woodlands, moorland and views of the cairngorm
and Monadhlaith mountain ranges, and the rivers Spey, Calder & Allt
Laraidg. The village has the wildcat centre where details of this walk
and the many other walks in the immediate and greater areas can be obtained.
Skiing - more
Newtonmore
is an excellent base for many of the local skiing areas, the Cairngorm
mountain ranges being the closest. See the following weblinks for further
information.
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So if you are looking for a beautiful Holiday Cottage in
Newtonmore, the Highlands, Scotland to rent or hire
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