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Contents page Things to see and do 6 Tons of suggestions for when you are at a loose end page Places to eat 32 A veritable plethora of choice! page Clubs and societies 42 Join up and get connected with your community page Medical and health information 50 For all your emergency care page Churches 52 For a spiritual uplift page Trades list 56 When you just can’t find the tradesmen - look here page Schools information 64 All the schools in the area page Local holidays 66 Take a well deserved day off page Community Councils 66 When you need to know who to contact page Useful numbers 66 Many of the numbers you use regularly page Calender 71 The whole year in print - a useful guide
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Things to see and do ACTIVITIES Fishing
Forres Mechanics F.C. The stadium, Mosset Park, is next to the A96, north of Forres. Football offers opportunities for girls and boys to keep fit through Forres Under 7s, and there are a number of football pitches within the area.
The Moray Firth has some of the greatest freshwater and sea angling in the world. Best of all is the fact that it can be found almost anywhere along the Moray Firth coast and, if you are happy to fish for different species, you can 'fish the Firth' twelve months of the year! The Firth provides the estuaries for 18 of Scotland's most important salmon rivers, including the Nairn, Findhorn, Spey and Lossie. All of these rivers have angling clubs or associations which offer fishing, although membership numbers are limited and there may be a waiting list in a few cases. Stocked fisheries provide good sport, easy access including many opportunties for less able anglers, and tuition facilities. Except in severe weather, these fisheries can be accessed all year round. The Angling Centre in Elgin, Forres Tackle Shop and Pat Fraser in Nairn are good places to start for all your fishing needs.
Lossiemouth F.C. A senior football club from Lossiemouth. Founded in 1945, they were admitted to the Highland League in the following year and have played in that league ever since. The club play their football at Grant Park in Lossiemouth.
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Elgin City F.C. Part-time senior professional football club based in Elgin, Moray. They currently compete in the Scottish Professional Football League, Scottish League 2. Elgin City have played at Borough Briggs since 1921 when it replaced Cooper Park. The ground currently has a capacity of 4,520 (478 seated).
Moray is home to many golf courses. Locations include Buckie, Dufftown, Elgin, Forres, Kinloss, Garmouth and Kingston, Grantown on Spey, Hopeman, Lossiemouth, Spey Bay, and Nairn in the Highlands. Forres has a beautiful 18 hole golf course, with many beautiful views of Findhorn Bay, Califer Hill and Rafford, Dava etc. Nairn has long been famed for its two championship golf courses, Nairn Golf Club and Nairn Dunbar Golf Club and its position as a top Highland golfing centre has been further reinforced with the world renowned
Nairn County F.C. A senior football club who currently play in the Highland Football League, were founded in 1914 and play at Station Park, Nairn. As a senior team they can play in the Scottish Cup. The team colours are yellow and black and go by the nickname of the Wee County. Station Park, Balblair Road Nairn, Nairnshire Scotland, IV12 5LT Email: info@nairncountyfc.co.uk Tel: 01667 454298
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Hill Walking Ben Macdui is the highest summit in Moray, this being on the boundary between Moray and Aberdeenshire. Most of Moray offers gentler scenery as it gradually descends from the Grampian Mountains to the shores of the Moray Firth. Ben Rinnes and Carn Daimh have good paths and fine views to the Grampian Mountains to the south, and over the Moray Firth to Caithness in the north. The Cromdale Hills offer ridge walking along Strath Spey but the going can be rough with fewer well defined paths.
Horse Riding With many beautiful routes around Moray you’ll be spoiled for choice Explore the forests of Culbin, Roseisle and Lossiemouth. The Dava Way is also accessible to horses. An excellent leaflet produced by the Moray Equestrian Access Group can be obtained from the Tourist Information Office in the Falconer Museum in Forres. There are a number of organisations offering riding lessons including Burgie Equine Centre, Equus Equestrian Centre, Moray Group Riding For The Disabled, Tomintoul Riding Centre, Garmouth Riding Centre, Rashcrook Equestrian, Logie Farm Riding Centre, and Mundole Equestrian Centre.
Mountain Bike Trails Local volunteers, working with Forest Enterprise, have created some fantastic mountain bike challenges through the forested hills
on the east of the River Spey. The Moray Monster Trails provide 30km of riding at three linked locations, Whiteash, Ordiequish and Ben Aigan. Local coaches take bicyles at no charge. The Moray Mountain Bike Club aims to get people out and enjoy the countryside XC loops in Sanquhar Woods, Forres includes pump section (not the pump track), small drops, car park etc.
Rock Climbing There are a number of places where you can do rock climbing. Covesea in Lossiemouth, Cummingston, Logie Head and inland at Huntly’s Cave are worthwhile to look at. The Moray Mountaineering Club have members who are rock climbing enthusiasts who meet on a Wednesday evenings, usually at Cummingston sea cliffs.
Rugby Clubs in the area include Moray RFC & Moray Titans RLFC, Buckie Scorpians and Lossiemouth RFC.
Sailing Around the coasts, suitable locations for sailing include Lossiemouth, Portsoy and the Findhorn Bay. The Royal Yacht Club in Findhorn and The Moray Firth Sailing Club offer sailing classes.
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Things to see and do Surfing There is good surfing to be had when the tides and wind are right. Lossiemouth is a favoured location, along with Sandend Bay to the east. Good fun if you're in the area. Check conditions beforehand.
Swimming There are swimming pools in the following towns: Elgin, Lossiemouth, Forres, Nairn, Aberlour and Keith.
Highland Railway line. It is off road and safe from traffic. and passes a mix of farmland, woodland, and moorland. Dunearn River Walk, Forres Outstanding views up and down the River Findhorn. The narrow path passes very close to the edge of sheer, vertical drops down to the swirling waters. Forest paths, muddy at times with steep drops alongside to the river great care needed.
Tennis There are clubs in Cullen, Keith, Aberlour, Elgin, Rothes and Forres. There are three courts in Cooper Park, Elgin
WALKING Burghead to Lossiemouth (Moray Coastal Trail) This grand coastal walk includes a cliff-top section with coves and sea-stacks, and finishes with a long walk across a huge sandy beach. Coastal footpath, undulating and slightly rough or muddy in places. Culbin Forest, Forres Walks through pine woods to Findhorn Bay. The Hill 99 Viewpoint trail is an ideal walk for first-time visitors and takes about 2-3 hours starting from the main car park at Wellhill. There are easy-reach destinations such as the Gravelpit ponds (from Wellhill) and the Minister’s Pool (from Nairn East Beach), with attractive benches to rest at when you get there. The Dava Way - between Forres and Grantown-onSpey Easy route suitable for walkers, mountain bikers and horse riders. It links Forres and Grantown-onSpey and almost all of the route follows the old
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The Forest By The Firth Trail in Lossiemouth A five mile walk which starts at the East Beach wooden footbridge, there is a map carved in stone to guide you on your way. The route heads east along the beach eventually leading to the sheltered paths of Lossie Forest. The track heads west towards the River Lossie then leads you back to Lossiemouth along the sands. High tide may prevent access to parts of the walk.
Hopeman to Lossiemouth An excellent one-way coastal walk with a fine clifftop section, coves and sea-stacks, finishing with a long walk across a huge sandy beach. If starting from Elgin you can catch a bus out to Hopeman and another bus back from Lossiemouth. Alternatively, if you have the time and energy you can reverse your walk back to the start.
Nairn One of the most popular walks starts from the harbour and heads west long the promenade for about 3km before turning inland to Delnies Wood and then looping back to the shore. Covering a total of 10km over fairly easy terrain, this walk includes some stunning views including an overview the town. The harbour is also the starting point for a walk along the River Nairn to Cawdor. The beautiful stretch of riverside is home to a variety of birds and wildlife and is a restful experience surrounded by trees and the sound of the water. At Cawdor there's a choice of five different waymarked nature trails within woods surrounding the historic castle. Quarrel Wood, Elgin Woodland walks through beeches, oaks and pines. Quarrel Wood commands a hilltop position overlooking Elgin, the Moray Firth and surrounding countryside. Randolph's Leap from Logie Steading A popular scenic river walk to Randolph's Leap where the River Findhorn flows through narrow rocks. Starts from Logie Steading where there are toilets, farm shop, children's play area, heritage centre, and an excellent cafe. There are clear paths with some steep edges over the river, a short section on a minor road, no pavement. Roseisle Forest and Dunes This exploration of the pine-clad dunes at Roseisle takes in the best bits of the woods, visits a bird hide, and takes in views of the sea, but also leaves plenty of time to enjoy the beach. There are clear, waymarked paths and tracks.
The Speyside Way The Speyside Way is one of Scotland's four Long Distance Routes (LDRs). It runs for over 60 miles between Buckie, on the Moray Firth, and Aviemore at the heart of Strathspey, following the valley of the River Spey for much of the way. The route passes through some of Scotland's most beautiful landscapes; by rivers and mountains, over moorland and along forest paths. Torrieston Forest, by Pluscarden Abbey There are three waymarked forest walks through Monaughty Forest from Torrieston, a short distance along the glen from Pluscarden Abbey; the route as described makes a longer outing by taking in most of all three. There are waymarked forestry paths with a fair amount of ascent and descent. Winding Walks, near Fochabers This circular walk heads up the side of the Small Burn with the option of taking one of the winding paths through the trees. It then visits the wooden gazebo at Peep's Viewpoint overlooking Fochabers. Forest tracks and paths with an optional path with steps.
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The Osprey Fishing School AVIELOCHAN, 3 MILES NORTH OF AVIEMORE For over 40 years Jim Cornfoot has provided his clients with excellent proficiency in Fly Fishing tuition for Trout and Salmon, including the world famous Spey cast.
Come and discover the fascinating history of Findhorn and the wonderful wildlife of the local area.
Together with his extensive knowledge of the Cairngorm National Park's flora and fauna the school provides a unique experience for young and old alike.
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Things to see and do ACTIVITY PROVIDERS Aquaplay Scotland One of the top outdoor activity providers based in Moray. All instructors and leaders are highly experienced and qualified in the activities provided and have a passion for the outdoors. Activites include canoeing, kayaking, boogie board surfing, burn scrambling, gorge walking and much, much more! 6 Seafield Square, Rothes, Aberlour, Moray, AB38 7AZ T: 03338 000848 / 07787 225021 Craggan Outdoors Offers easy access to a wide range of fun and challenging activities, for visitors of all ages and abilities. Activities include archery, clay pigeon shooting, climbing (indoor wall and outside rock crags), gorge walking, kayaking, mini-quads, mountain biking, paintball, pony trekking, raft building a zip wire and plenty more. Craggan Golf Course, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3NT. T: 01479 873283
Outfit Moray An award winning, outdoor education, charity based in Lossiemouth, Moray. They offer activities, tailored programmes and courses for schools, adults, families and groups. 15 Shore Street, Lossiemouth, IV31 6PB T: 01343 549571
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Scotpeak specialises in organised Hillwalking, Trekking, Walking Holidays, Rock Climbing, Abseiling, Mountaineering, Summer & Winter Skills, Navigation Courses, Self Lead Walks, Charity Walks, Team Building and Events Management. All activities are environmentally assessed allowing Scotpeak to minimise the impact to our environment. E:john@scotpeak.co.uk Wild Things! is a Scottish Environmental Education Charity based on the magnificent Moray Firth. Offers a variety of inspiring wilderness and nature experiences for all ages and abilities regardless of learning challenges or physical and financial difficulties… or even a fear of spiders! T: 01309 690450 Email: enquiries@wild-things.org.uk
BEACHES Ardersier Beach, Inverness Due to its gentle shelving nature, Ardersier Bay is popular with kayakers, kite surfers and canoeists. There is a small concrete slipway just off the carpark at the Beechgrove pocket garden. Burghead Beach The tide goes out a long way to expose the long golden sands stretching round Burghead Bay. The vast areas of firm flat sands are perfect for dog walking, running or kite surfing. It is also an ideal place for wind surfing. Take time to enjoy the stunning sea views and visit the nearby heritage centre to discover more about the area. Cove Bay / Primrose Bay Although this bay is shown
as Clashach Cove on the OS maps, road signs refer to it as Cove Bay and many locals call it Primrose Bay. If you take coastal trail from the Hopeman East Beach’s colourful beach huts around to the caves at Clashach Cove you will see the spectacular caves, yellow sandstone cliffs, colourful boulders and rocks which will delight all budding photographers, young and old alike. During the summer you may even find some wild strawberries to munch on along the way.
Culbin Sands This RSPB coastal reserve in Morayshire, is full of wildlife to look out for. Culbin Sands boasts a beautiful sandy beach where you can spot sea ducks, oystercatchers and ringed plovers. Admire pretty dune plants and flowers as you stroll along the sands and take in the views. Facilities include nature trails, picnic areas and a car park at East Beach with public toilets. Nairn is the nearest town which is served by train and bus services. Cummingston Beach The descent to the beach is steep so be prepared, parking is available near the children’s play park, take your own refreshments as there aren’t any shops nearby. A hidden gem of a beach nestling between the villages of Burghead and Hopeman. Surrounded by cliffs and caves it’s a popular haunt for rock climbers.
East Beach, Lossiemouth A popular beach which gets very busy when the weather is good. Access is via a long wooden bridge over the River Lossie. A row of sand dunes separate the river and the sea, take care the river current can be very strong. On the sea side of the dunes there is a wide beach, great for sand castle building. There are also plenty of waves for leaping over. If you want to get away from the crowds you may have to go quite a way round the bay. West Beach, Lossiemouth Another popular beach, brilliant for a family day out. At high tide most of the sand is covered but as the sea recedes lots of rock pools are exposed. The sea is shallow for a long way out and on hot days is heated by the warm sand. There is plenty of parking on the esplanade which is right next to the beach. The sands curve round to Covesea Lighthouse which is now a visitor centre. Findhorn Beach One of the best known beaches in Moray, part of an estuary it’s a bird watchers favourite. The wide flat sands are great for dog walking and sand castle building. The sheltered waters of the estuary also offer excellent sailing and water sports opportunities. The heritage centre with its restored ice house is definitely worth a visit. After a busy day on the beach Findhorn Village offers a good selection of places to eat.
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Things to see and do Hopeman Beaches East Beach in Hopeman is made unique, in Moray, by its line of quirky beach huts - all individually decorated and a great photo opportunity. The beach is a mix of sand and rocky areas with great pools for discovering a huge variety of wildlife. There is ample parking near the beach huts, a children’s play park and room for ice cream vans to sell their wares. Nairn Beach Nairn Central beach is a sandy accessible beach fringed by dunes. Beautiful views across the Moray Firth to the Black Isle. The coastline is home to resident schools of dolphins. Popular family beach with paddling pool, tea rooms and a summer activity programme.
Roseisle Beach A favourite with locals and tourists alike, it is sited between Findhorn and Burghead. The entrance to the beach is through a forest of Scots pines. There are excellent facilities with picnic tables and barbecue pits in the trees. There is a children’s woodland play park and well maintained toilet facilities which include an outdoor shower. There are walks through the trees, all information is displayed on notice boards. The path through the woods takes you down on to the sandy shore, miles of sand which is sheltered by the trees and dunes, a great beach to spend a day out.
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ENTERTAINMENT Findhorn Foundation On the outskirts of Findhorn village is the world famous Findhorn Foundation, a thriving holistic community and eco-village which is a haven for many from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Visitors are welcome to walk around the community and see the various projects in action. Lossie Folk Club Lossiemouth Folk Club meets every Tuesday, 8:30pm at the Beach Bar, in Lossiemouth. Everyone's welcome from players to listeners, with an eclectic mix of music being played from Traditional Folk, to Contemporary, self penned songs and tunes. Throughout the year they have guest artists that come to play, raffle nights and also a festival held the 3rd weekend in July. The Loft at East Grange, Kinloss East Grange is a family run farm which has evolved into a multi-activity centre based around the loft coffee shop & bistro (which is an eat scotland accredited restaurant and bar) and venue. Offers a wide range of activities ensuring that your experience is the best it can possibly be! From Quad Bikes to Archery, Grass Sledging and Laser Tag – It caters for all tastes! East Grange, Kinloss, Moray, Scotland, IV36 2UD T: 01343 850111 Universal Hall, Findhorn Events and performances throughout the year including contemporary music, scottish chamber orchestra, scottish opera, dramatic performances, touring theatre companies, comedy, dance, film, children’s entertainment. Visit www.findhorn.org Email: uhall@findhorn.org T: 01309 691170
The Warehouse Theatre, Lossiemouth One of the very few venues hosting music, theatre & comedy in the North East of Scotland. Dedicated to promoting the arts at a local, national & international level, The Warehouse Theatre is one venue where you can discover the delights of the arts on your door step. Open all year. Pitgaveny Quay, Lossiemouth T: 01343 814004
FAMILY FUN Pinz Bowling, Elgin Moray’s premier family entertainment centre which has 14 lanes of bowling, a soft play area, arcade, restaurant, bar and pool facilities all under one roof. 2 Moycroft Industrial Estate, Elgin IV30 1XZ T: 01343 541444 Cooper Park, Elgin Cooper Park, in the centre of Elgin, was gifted to the people of Elgin in 1903 by Colonel George A Cooper. There is a large boating pond with pedal boats for hire over the summer months. Elgin Library is situated at the edge of the park and hosts occasional art exhibitions in the gallery room. The park also has tennis courts and a large children’s play area. Elgin Kart Raceway Located just outside Lhanbryde is the kart track for Arrive & Drive, Mini Grand Prix and Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting.Whether you're looking for a fun day out for the family, a team building event with a difference or a corporate hospitality day with a buzz, then Elgin Kart Raceway is the place for you. To book or for further information call 01343 843666 / 07769 882582.
Findhorn Marina & Boatyard Learn to sail or powerboat. All year round courses, available for children and adults. Come and play with the seals at Findhorn Seals Club. Kayak hire available. Captain’s Table Cafe for all your refreshment needs. T: 01309 690099 Findhorn Village Centre Provides recreational and leisure time facilities , encourages educational groups, participation training, after-school clubs/IT resources. For more info, contact Christine Hunt on T:01309 692339. Moray Leisure Centre Built in 1993, Moray Leisure Centre has been the most popular leisure facility in the area. It allows the people of Moray opportunities to experience a healthier lifestyle by introducing sports and activities such as Swimming, Ice Skating, Cardiovascular and Resistance fitness, Relaxation Suite, Healthy Eating Cafe, Healthy Living Centre, Soft Play Area and Care Provision. Borough Briggs Road, Elgin, IV30 1AP T: 01343 550033 The Playbarn Soft Play Structure A premium children's soft indoor play centre, combining fantastic play facilities with a cafe on site, offering a wide range of healthy eating options. Servery, Parties, Comfy Seating, Games Room. Greenfields, Lhanbryde, Elgin, Moray, IV30 8LN T: 01343 843101 Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park Situated in one of Scotland's most glorious locations, nestled between the sand dunes of Nairn East Beach, the marina and a championship golf course. There is a great
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T: 01343 541 292 / 07784 232904 info@moraytours.com Phoenix Boat Trips, Inverness Enjoy the beauty of the Moray Firth on a one hour boat trip from Inverness Marina. View the beautiful Black Isle and possibly a visit from the bottlenosed dolphins. Contact Skipper Eric Wardlaw T: 07703 168097 or email eric@brumblair.f9.co.uk
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Woodside Farm Shop, Cafe and Play Area, Kinloss Offers a wide range of home and locally grown vegetables as well as free range eggs and home bred Aberdeen Angus Beef. Open 7 days a week, it also houses a delightful coffee shop and children’s play area. Open Mon - Sat 10:30am-4pm and 11:30am-4pm on Sun. T: 01309 690258
GUIDED TOURS Ecoventures Located at the heart of the Moray Firth Special Area of Conservation, EcoVentures offers you a truly exhilarating and memorable boat trip experience. Harbour Workshop, Victoria Place, Cromarty, IV11 8YE T: 01381 600 323 Moray Tours Offering quality, flexible sightseeing tours for up to six persons around Moray, North East Scotland, The Highlands, Royal Deeside and the West Coast of Scotland.
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Ardclach- Bell Tower Ardclach Bell Tower is an architectural oddity. It is very small – about 4.3m2 overall – and has only two storeys. The ground floor may well have been a prison, judging by its small door and lack of windows. The floor above, reached by a narrow stone stair, has a fireplace in the north wall, with a square pistol hole on each side. Standing on its own on a hill overlooking a hidden part of the Findhorn Valley. 9mls South of Nairn. Signposted off the A939 to Grantown on Spey. T: 01667 460453
Balvenie Castle, Dufftown Originally the seat of the powerful Comyn Earls of Buchan, it contains a formidable curtain wall - a rare example of 13th century military architecture in Scotland. Opens Apr - Sept Mon - Fri, 9:30am - 5:30pm. Located at Dufftown on the A941, AB55 4DH. Black Isle Wildlife & Country Park The Park consists of 50 acres which is home to a wide range of animals. Such as Ducks, Emu, Lemur, Zebra and everyone’s favourite the Meerkat. This is just a small selection of the animals that can be viewed at the park. The Croft, Drumsmittal, North Kessock, IV1 3XF T: 01463 731656
Brodie Castle Auchindoun Castle, Dufftown Overlooking the River Fiddich and beside the old hill road to Strathdon, the castle’s setting makes for a romantic vision of a medieval Scottish castle. 2 miles south of Dufftown on the A941. T: 01667 460232 Auld Brig of Keith, Keith This was a packhorse bridge from 1609, located just south of the bridge carrying the A96 Inverness to Aberdeen road over the river.
Home to the Brodie family until the late 20th century, it is now owned by the National Trust for Scotland. Off the A96, the castle dates back to the 16th century and inside you will find unusual plaster ceilings, a large art collection, porcelain and fine furniture. In springtime, the grounds are carpetted with daffodils for which the castle has become well-known. There is also a shop, tearoom, picnic area, plant sales and an advernture play park. The grounds are open all year.
For Castle opening times, vist www.nts.org.uk T: 0844 493 2156
Califer Viewpoint, Forres Califer Hill Viewpoint is a picnic site and superb viewpoint with extensive, breathtaking views across the Moray Firth, Findhorn and beyond. Access to the viewpoint at Califer Hill is suitable for all age groups and wheelchair users. Cawdor Castle Scottish history that you can touch and see and sense for yourself. Cawdor Castle is not another cold monument, but a splendid house and the home of the Cawdor family to this day. The Castle is closed during the winter. Open May to October. Nairn, Scotland, IV12 5RD T: 01667 404401 e: info@cawdorcastle.com Clava Cairns, Culloden, Inverness The three chambered cairns, each surrounded by a ring of standing stones, form one of the most impressive prehistoric sites in Scotland. Several of the stones have carved cupmarks. IV2 5EU Craigellachie Bridge A cast iron arch bridge located at Craigellachie, near the village of Aberlour. It was designed by the renowned civil engineer Thomas Telford and built
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Nairn Dunbar Golf Club Lochloy Road, Nairn IV12 5AE A challenging, championship golf course with a relaxed and friendly welcome!
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Things to see and do from 1812–1814. The bridge has a single span of approximately 46 metres (151 ft)
Culloden Battlefield Scene of the last major battle fought on mainland Britain. The final Jacobite uprising ended here on 16 April, 1746, when the army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart was crushed by Government forces, led by the Duke of Cumberland. For more information, there is a visitor centre with an interactive exhibition and much more. Culloden Moor, Inverness, IV2 5EU T: 0844 4932159 Duffus Castle Located just north of Elgin, Duffus Castle is a fine example of a motte and bailey castle. The original seat of the Moray family. Strong footwear is recommended and parking is available. Elgin Cathedral & The Biblical Gardens Elgin Cathedral, or the Lantern of the North as it is also known, is one of Scotland’s most beautiful buildings. Dating back to the thirteenth century the majority of it is now a ruin. There are some parts which remain complete. The Chapter House is one, its octagonal ceiling is said to be one of the best in existence. The Chapter House can now used as
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wedding venue. Visitors can climb up the spiral staircase to the top of one of the towers, if you are either claustrophobic or afraid of heights,you may wish to think twice before embarking on this journey. Once at the top the views are stunning. The Cathedral under the stewardship of Historic Scotland, opening times can be found on their website. Adjacent to the Cathedral is Elgin’s Biblical Garden, a peaceful three acre space which is open from May to September. Admission is free. Planting is around a central cross and includes all one hundred and ten plant species mentioned in the Bible. It also has many life size sculptures depicting a variety of the parables including the Good Shepherd and the Prodigal Son. Elgin Local Heritage Centre Look through old newspapers, browse family records, and discover hidden secrets. Friendly staff are available to help research your family tree. Institution Rd, Elgin, IV30 1RP T: 01343 569011 • Mon, Wed, Thur and Fri: 10am - 5pm. • Tues: 10am - 8pm • Sat: 10am - 12noon Findhorn Heritage Centre and Ice House The Icehouse has fascinating underground chambers built over 150 years ago to store ice for packing the salmon en route to London. Aspects of the local salmon fishing industry are displayed in these chambers. In the Centre, you will discover the secrets of the Sands of Findhorn Heritage where the story of Findhorn is told from prehistoric times to the present day. Open 2pm 5pm daily in June, July and
August. During May & Sept, open Sat & Sun only. North Shore, Findhorn, IV36 3YE T: 01309 690659 Fochabers Folk Museum and Heritage Centre Opened in 1984, the museum houses a collection of gigs and carriages and an eclectic array of everyday objects showing the way of life and traditions of the north east of Scotland in the 18th & 19th centuries. Opens Easter weekend and closes end of September. Mon: closed, Tues-Fri: 11am4pm, Sat-Sun: 2pm-4pm High Street, Fochabers,IV32 7DU T: 01343 821204
Fort George, Ardersier The most outstanding artillery fortification in Europe, Fort George was built following the 1745 Jacobite rebellion as a base for the army of George II. Ardersier, Inverness IV1 7TD T: 01667 460232. Grant Park Forres House and its grounds were gifted to the town in 1926 by Sir Alexander Grant, a wealthy benefactor of the town. To celebrate its opening, the Australian XI cricket team played a match here. Forres House was the town’s library until the 1970s when it burnt down. The library was rebuilt on the other side of the road and the foundations of the original house were
excavated and are now the beautiful sunken gardens. In the park, there are picnic areas, a bowling club, the cricket pitch, woodlands walks, a children’s play area, public conveniences as well as the floral sculptures that Forres has become so famous for in the Scotland and Britain In Bloom competitions. It is also home to the European Pipe Band Championships in June, the Forres Highland Games in July and the Forres Fireworks display in November. Grant Park, Victoria Road, Forres. Open all year round. Gordon Castle, Fochabers The Gordon Castle estate offers a wide range of tailor made packages and itineraries for sporting activities, private parties, weddings, corporate groups and events. The fully catered Castle, together with the delightful self catering cottages are also an excellent choice for holidays and short breaks throughout the year. Gordon Castle, Fochabers, IV32 7PQ T: 01343 820244 Kilravock Castle Located near the village of Croy, between Inverness and Nairn. It has been the seat of the Clan Rose since 1460. The castle is a composite of a 15th-century tower house and several later additions. The original name for the castle was Cill Rathaig; Scottish Gaelic meaning "church at the small circular fort". Castle Gardens are open to the public: Mon-Sat 10am 4pm. This is free and worth visiting. T: 01667 493258 Kinloss Abbey, Forres It was the largest Cistercian Monastery in the North. Kinloss Abbey is 3 miles
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Things to see and do east of the town of Forres in the county of Moray. At the time the Abbey was built it would have been a heavily wooded area on the edge of an estuary known as Findhorn Bay which out flows into the Moray Firth. These days the area is very different with the Abbey grounds forming part of the local cemetary. To find the Abbey just follow the signs to Kinloss Barracks from the A96, Inverness to Aberdeen trunk road. Knockando Woolmill Based in northeast Scotland and has been manufacturing woollen textiles continuously since 1784. It is recognised as a unique part of Scotland’s manufacturing heritage and was awarded significant funding for its restoration. The Woolmill seeks to minimise its impact on the environment throughout its sourcing and manufacturing processes whilst staying true to its heritage and traditions. Knockando, Aberlour, AB38 7RP T: 01340 810345
Ladyhill Lady Hill,with its memorial dedicated to the Duke of Gordon, is situated at the West end of Elgin High Street opposite the postal sorting office. There are steps up to the top of the hill, a steep climb which is rewarded with an excellent
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from Brodie Castle, lies between an area known as the Hardmuir and the A96 (Inverness to Aberdeen trunk road), about 2.5km south-west of Brodie Castle and 250m east of the Nairn
view of Elgin and the surrounding area. A raised relief map helps visitors to identify places of interest. There are also some ruins of Elgin Castle in evidence. Lecht Mine, Tomintoul Set in the hills at the foot of the Lecht, the iron mine has a rich and interesting history. Originally opened as an iron ore mine in 1730 the mine saw substantial losses and closed only seven years later. The mine was re-opened in 1841 by the Duke of Richmond as a Manganese Mine, and at its peak of activity over 60 men and boys worked the mine and it was, and still is, the largest manganese mine every worked in Scotland. Sadly competition from imported ore caused the mine to close for a final time after just 5 years of trading. Only the crushing mill building remains, this being very solidly built to carry the water wheel, but spoil heaps and foundations of other buildings can be seen across the burn. The mine can be reached by a short walk from the Well of the Lecht car park. Ballindalloch, AB37 9ES T: 01479 870070 Little Cross, Elgin The Little Cross stands where the approach to the Cathedral leaves the High Street, Elgin. It was, apparently first erected in 1402 AD and marked the limits of the Cathedral Sanctuary. In its present form it consists of a tall column set on a flight of steps and capped by a sundial dated 1733, during which year the Cross was probably re-built but the copestone with carved figures is from some much earlier structure. The sundial and top of the column are now in the Museum having been replaced in facsimile in 1941.
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition (Drumnadrochit) Discover the history of Loch Ness from the ice age to the third millennium in a seven room, themed, automated walk through. Explore the history of the loch and the many mysteries and explorations that have surrounded its past. Learn about the rumours, the hoaxes and the truths and discover what may really live in Loch Ness. Using a highly effective mixture of animations, lasers and special effects, visitors can experience the history of the monster by exploring Scotland’s geological past and folklore. Find out what has been discovered and what research has been done and view some of the actual equipment used to explore and navigate the Loch. There are also various shopping outlets, the Loch Ness Cafe and plenty of places to explore. During the summer season, book a boat trip aboard the Deepscan and begin your own adventure of discovery to see what lurks beneath the water.Inverness-shire, IV63 6TU T: 01456 450573 Macbeth's Hillock, Brodie This is the location where Macbeth is reputed to have met the witches. 2.5km
Millbuies Country Park The park offers a scenic woodland walk around around Millbuies Loch which was created by damming several streams to provide angling facilities. The paths are hard aggregate making it an easy 2 mile walk. Many different species of trees and rhododendrons have been planted around the loch providing an excellent habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. Try spot badgers, red squirrels, rabbits and if you’re really lucky pine martins. You will see mallards, tufted ducks and moorhens on the water. The loch is stocked with rainbow trout, boats can be hired for fly fishing. The grassy area near the carpark is great for kids to run around on and also has picnic tables and barbecue points. Millbuies is perfect for an outdoor adventure for every member of the family. Morayvia Formed in 2011 to establish an interactive Science and Technology Centre in Moray. A key objective is to record and commemorate the long and fascinating history of military aviation in Moray. Display assets include a Nimrod Airframe, a Sea King SAR Helicopter together with cockpits from Nimrod, Jet Provost and Vampire aircraft. Morayvia have recently acquired the former Abbeylands school buildings and grounds in North Road Kinloss where they have installed a mobile planetarium. For information vist www.morayvia.org.uk
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Things to see and do The Mercat Cross, Elgin Commonly known as the Muckle Cross, stood, until circa 1792 AD, on a site just east of St. Giles Kirk. The structure removed at that date seems to have been erected in the reign of Charles I and consisted of a hexagonal platform or raised balcony 12 feet high, from the centre of which rose a tall shaft surmounted by the Scottish Lion. The Lion alone survived, and the present Cross, erected on the old site in 1882, is, in all other respects, a restoration. The Mercat Cross, Forres Stands in the centre of the High Street in front of the Tolbooth. It is in the Gothic style of architecture and stands forty feet high. The Cross is a miniature version of Sir Walter Scott's Monument in Edinburgh. The present market cross of Forres stands on the site of the former. It was built in 1844. The base of the former cross was left in position and, the new cross was built over it. Nothing of the old cross can now be seen. Three carved stones from the top of the old market cross are preserved in the Falconer Museum, Forres. Mortlach Church One of the oldest sites of Christian worship in Scotland. The church of Mortlach was dedicated to St. Luag who was also patron of an ancient Celtic monastery in the area. T: 01340 820538 / 820380 Nelson Tower, Forres The Nelson Tower was built by the Forres Trafalgar Club in commemoration of Nelson’s victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. The Tower was opened in 1812 and is the most northerly of all Britain’s Nelson monuments. Visitors may
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climb to the top of the octagonal tower and enjoy spectacular views across the Moray Firth. They can also enjoy the exhibitions of local photographs and Nelson memorabilia shown in the Tower’s two upper rooms. Open May - Sept, 2pm - 4pm, Tues - Sun
Pluscarden Abbey Pluscarden Abbey is the home of a community of Benedictine Monks. It is the only medieval monastery in Britain still inhabited by monks and being used for its original purpose. Situated six miles southwest of Elgin in Moray, the monastery enjoys the peace and stillness of a secluded glen, but is easily reached by road from the town. The atmosphere of quiet reflection and of work dedicated to the glory of God is the same now as it was in the thirteenth century, when a community of monks first came to this part of Moray. If you visit the Abbey today, you can enjoy not only the beauty of its architecture and its setting but also something of the restful atmosphere of devotion that has so deeply permeated this little corner of Scotland.Pluscarden, Elgin, Morayshire IV30 8UA T: 01343 890257
Rait Castle Located 2.5 miles south of Nairn. Over the centuries, the building was owned by several different families. Around 1404 or 1405 Sir Alexander Gervaise de Rait is said to have killed the 4th Thane of Cawdor whose son was subsequently given the castle. Less than 40 years later it appeared to have reverted to the Mackintoshes who were also previous owners. It is well worth a visit since, although now in ruins, it is generally in good condition and an excellent example of a 13th century hall-house. Rothes Castle, Rothes Only one wall remains but great views from Castle Hills. Built to protect the vital trade routes to Elgin the site of Rothes Castle is recognised as one of the most ancient strongholds in Moray. It is estimated that the castle was four storeys high and was protected by a portcullis and drawbridge. Scalan Seminary, Glenlivet For most of the 18th century the Seminary of Scalan in the Braes was the only place in Scotland where young men were trained for the Catholic priesthood. From 1717 to 1799 over 100 priests were trained at this secluded site, despite repeated attacks by Hanovarian soldiers, and the College played a vital role in keeping the traditional Catholic faith alive in northern Scotland. Spynie Palace Set in beautiful countryside two miles North of Elgin off the A941. For five centuries Spynie Palace was home to the Bishops of Moray, in the late 15th century Bishop David commissioned the building of a massive tower house standing over 22m high. The tower is still standing today and is one
of the largest tower houses ever built in Scotland. Spynie Palace is now under the care of Historic Scotland, further information can be found on their website. Opening hours Summer 1st April 30th September, daily from 9.30am to 5.30pm. St Laurence’s Church, Forres A church has been on this site since medieval times having been commissioned by Alexander III of Scotland. The original building was famously burned down by the Wolf of Badenoch in 1390. The impressive building that dominates the town today was opened in 1904. It is a fine example of gothic architecture and whilst the exterior is impressive, the interior has been described as unmissable - well worth a visit. Open May - Sept Mon - Fri 10am - 12noon, 2pm -4pm. Other times by arrangement T: 01309 672260
Stotfield Disaster Memorial On the morning of Christmas Day 1806, 21 men from Stotfield Village set to sea in three fishing boats taking advantage of calm weather. The weather turned and the sea took all 21. A beautifully made granite
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The Thomson Monument, Forres Erected in 1857 on the sire, where there once stood a castle, this monument commemorates the life of James Thomson, a surgeon from Cromarty who died at the age of 31 in the Crimea.
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The Tolbooth, Forres A govermmental building of some sort has stood on this site since records began but the building you see now was completed in 1849 and was home to Forres Town Council until 1976. Now, the Community Council of the Royal Burgh of Forres hold their monthly meetings in the courtroom of The Tolbooth. Thunderton House, Elgin Known for Bonnie Prince Charlie staying here on route to Culloden, Thunderton House is a cosy and friendly pub serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner until 9pm. It is also available for backpackers to lodge in. Thunderton Place, Elgin, IV30 1BG T: 01343 554920 Tomintoul Museum The highest museum in the Highlands. April, May, June, Sept & Oct Mon-Sat: 10am- 5pm July and Aug Mon-Sat: 10am- 5pm Sun: 1pm- 5pm The Square, Tomintoul. During Visitor Season: T: 01807 580285 During winter months: T: 01309 673701 Tugnet Ice House, Spey Bay Built in 1830, it is reputedly the largest industrial ice house in Scotland. Tugnet Ice House nestles between the River Spey and the Moray Firth at the mouth of the Spey. Spey Bay, Fochabers, IV32 7DU T: 01249 449500 Urquhart Castle, Inverness One of the largest castles in Scotland, Urquhart Castle sits on a rocky promontory on the shores of Loch Ness. Discover 1,000 years
of drama, experience a glimpse of medieval life and enjoy stunning views over Loch Ness from the ruins of the greatest castle in the Highlands. This is where St Columba is said to have worked miracles in the 6th century, where acts of chivalry and defiance provided inspiration during the Wars of Independence and where the MacDonald Lords of the Isles struggled with the Crown for power. The visitor centre is fully accessible and there is a photographic guide for those who have mobility issues. Disability buggies are available on request. Drumnadrochit, Inverness, Inverness-shire, IV63 6XJ T: 01456 450551 The Witches’ Stone This stone, thought to date from Pictish times and to have been used as an altar to the Sun God, marks the resting place of one of 3 barrels in which 3 witches were rolled down Cluny Hill and burned. Victoria Road, Forres - in front of the police station. IV36 3BN
MOUNTAINS AND HILLS Ben Aigan Ben Aigan lies to the east of Rothes, the north east of Craigellachie and to the east of the River Spey which flows along the foot of its western and northern slopes. Rising to a height of 471m (1546 ft) and
extensively forested apart from the summit cone, the top of Ben Aigan provides magnificent views over Speyside, south to Ben Rinnes and north over the Moray Firth to the hills of Sutherland. Ben Avon Ben Avon is the most easterly mountain of the main Cairngorm range. It occupies a vast area to the north-east of Glen Quoich stretching towards Inchrory and the River Gairn, and it is recognisable from many viewpoints across Moray by the granite tors on the skyline of its long flat plateau.
Ben Rinnes The mountain is popular with hikers with the sight from the summit that is described as truly amazing. The mountain is 20 km² in total and is located 8 km southwest of Dufftown. The mountain has one main path and can be easily accessed from the nearby car park. The Friends of Ben Rinnes program has been working on the paths to make it more accessible to the public and to prevent further erosion. Bin Hill of Cullen The distinctive conical outline of Mt. Morven - at 2,313ft.(706m) is easy to spot. Looking East, you can see Portsoy and Troup Head. To the South East lies the bulk of Knock Hill at 1,410ft (430m). The Cairngorm Mts. lie to the South West. Looking westwards along the Moray Coast you can see the curve of the bay at
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Things to see and do Lossiemouth. Below you lie Cullen, the viaducts, Cullen House and the Auld Kirk. Carn Daimh from Tomnavoulin (Hill of the Stags) at 1866ft (570m) is most often ascended in the course of following the Tomintoul Spur of the Speyside Way, between Glenlivet and Tomintoul.
as one of national significance. 1 High Street, Elgin, IV30 1EQ T: 01343 543675 • Opens April to October. • Mon - Fri: 10am-5pm • Sat: 11am-4pm • Sunday: closed November to March Visitors and groups welcome by special arrangement.
The Convals Hill The Convals (Meikle Conval, 571m and Little Conval, 552m) are the two 'rounded humps' separated from Ben Rinnes by the 'Beatshach', the pass linking Speyside to Glen Rinnes. Corryhabbie Hill/Cooks Cairn from Glenlivet Corryhabbie is the highest point of the long moorland ridge between Glen Rinnes and the heads of Glenfiddich and Glenlivet. From the plateau-like summit there are extensive views over vast rolling hills and moors to the Cairngorms to the south and Ben Rinnes to the north. Corryhabbie Hill, Glen Rinnes A fairly easy ascent leading to the moorland summit of Corryhabbie Hill with extensive views over Glenlivet, Ben Rinnes and Speyside. Moorland and farm tracks complete the circuit.
MUSEUMS & GALLERIES Elgin Museum Scotland’s oldest independent museum. Free admission but donations are welcome. The collection is housed in a Grade A listed building sited at the East end of the High Street. The collections include treasures from all around the world but focus on items local to the Moray area. In 2008 the Scottish Government recognised Elgin’s collection of fossils
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Falconer Museum, Forres Founded in 1871, the Falconer Museum is one of the oldest in the district. The museum houses a wealth of Moray’s heritage and features displays on local history, social history, geology and archaeology. Many events for crafts and history take place here for children and for adults. April - Oct, Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm Jul - Aug Mon -Sat 10am - 5pm. Sun 1pm- 4pm Nov - Mar Tues- Sat 10am - 2pm Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH T: 01309 673701 Grantown Museum Grantown Museum tells the story of the town’s beginnings and is a source of great pride to the people of Grantown. Burnfield House, Burnfield Ave, Grantown-on-Spey, PH26 3HH. T: 01479 872478 Green Hall Gallery 2 Victoria Street, Craigellachie, Aberlour, AB38 9SR T: 01340 871010 Highlanders Museum, Fort George, The Highlanders’ Museum (Queen’s Own Highlanders Collection) covers three
floors of Fort George’s former Lieutenant Governors’ House. The museum has roughly 20,000 artefacts and an estimated 10,000 documents and photographs. The museum is the largest regimental museum in Scotland, outside of Edinburgh. Tells the stories of the many Highlanders who served in one of the Regiments that were raised from the region. Summer (7 days) Apr - Sept 9.30am - 5.30pm Winter (7 days) Oct - Mar 10am - 4pm Fort George, Ardersier, Inverness, IV2 7TD T: 01667 460466 Just Art, Fochabers An independent gallery showing contemporary work by artists who live and work in Scotland. 64 High Street, Fochabers, IV32 7DH Tel: 01343 820500 The Lantern Gallery of Fine Art, Elgin 18 South Guildry Street, Elgin, IV30 1QN Phone: 01343 546864 Leap Studio & Gallery McWilliam Building 17 Victoria Street Craigellachie AB38 9SR Tel: 01340 881226 Logie Estate Art Gallery Established in 1992 and has become a well recognised promotor of approachable contemporary art from across Scotland and further afield. Forres, IV36 2QN Tel: 01309 611378 Lossie Fisheries & Community Museum The Lossiemouth Fisheries and Community Museum is housed in a former net mending loft situated in Pitgaveny Quay, Lossiemouth. The museum gives an insight into the
Scottish fishing industry past and present. It also contains a reconstruction of James Ramsey MacDonald’s study from his Lossiemouth house. Ramsey MacDonald was born in Lossiemouth and became the first Labour Prime Minister. Open May - Sept, Mon Sat: 10am - 4:45pm Pitgaveny Street, Lossiemouth, IV31 6TW T: 01343 813772
Moray Motor Museum, Elgin Housed in a light and airy old mill building, part of which dates back to the era of the Cathedral when the Bishops of Moray ruled Moravia, and was used by them as a grain mill. The Moray Motor Museum houses a superb collection of veteran, vintage, classic cars and motorbikes. Most of which are on the button ready to go. Added to this are the model cars and automobilia which make this a visit not to be missed. Bridge Street, Elgin, IV30 4DE T: 01343 544933 Nairn Museum Situated in Viewfield House, Nairn Museum offers visitors and locals alike a fascinating insight into the life and times of the town and surrounding area over the centuries. The wide range of permanent displays featuring various aspects of Nairn's history
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Strathspey Railway The Strathspey Railway in Badenoch and Strathspey, Highland, Scotland, operates a 10 miles preserved railway from Aviemore to Broomhill via Boat of Garten, part of the former Inverness and Perth Junction Railway which linked Aviemore with Forres T: 01479 810725
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Tomintoul Museum On the margin of the Cairngorm Mountains. Central location in the village square and an insight into the history of Tomintoul and Glenlivet. The Square, Ballindalloch, AB37 9ET, T: 01807 580285 Still Life Picture Framer & Gallery 126 High Street, Aberlour AB38 9NX T:01340 871457
RAILWAYS The Keith & Dufftown Railway UK’s most northerly heritage railway, running for 11 miles from Keith Town, Keith to Dufftown via Drummuir. Dufftown Station, Dufftown, Keith, Banffshire, AB55 4BA T: 01340 821181
Nairn Community & Arts Centre The centre provides a wide range of activities for all ages, including regular activities, concerts & films. King St, Nairn, IV12 4BQ. T: 01667 453 476 Baxters, Fochabers Baxters offers a wide range of food products, speciality foods, clothing, cookware and gifts. There is also an on site restaurant. Mosstodloch, Fochabers IV32 7LD T: 01343 820393
Bow Fiddle Rocks, Portknockie Along this section of the Moray Firth the sea has carved prominent caves, arches and sea stacks in the steeply folded Cullen quartzite rocks. This is the same rock, which forms the hill of the Bin of Cullen to the south of Portknockie. Brodie Countryfare Situated in a tranquil part of the north-east of Scotland, Brodie Countryfare offers a pleasant shopping experience. There is also
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an award-winning family restaurant which provides an ideal location for a chat with friends and for families to have lunch. T: 0844 493 2156 Christies of Fochabers One of the largest garden centres in Scotland with a restaurant containing a seating capacity of 150. The Nurseries, Fochabers Moray IV32 7PF Tel: 01343 820362 The Duck Pond and Rose Garden, Forres At the western end of the High Street this is another pleasant area of parkland where you can enjoy a stroll and a picnic. Glenlivet Wildlife, Tomnavoulin Wildlife watching in Cairngorm National Park. Glenlivet Wildlife, Easter Corrie, Tomnavoulin, Glenlivet, AB37 9JB T: 01807 590241 Johnstons of Elgin Also known as Johnstons Cashmere, Johnstons of Elgin creates cashmere cloth, knitwear and accessories from its mills in Elgin and Hawick. There is a restaurant and cafe serving hot and cold food. Newmill, Elgin, IV30 4AF T: 01343 554000 Logie Steading Logie Steading is a converted farm building now home to a variety of businesses. Located in the River Findhorn Valley approximately 6 miles south of Forres, you will find antique furniture, an art gallery, a second hand bookshop, cafe and a farm and garden shop selling Logie Longhorn beef amongst other things. There is also a walled garden and playground and Heritage Centre. Visit www.logie.co.uk T: 01309 611378
Mackenzie & Cruickshank Considered one of the top 10 independent garden centres in Scotland, there is a wide range of items for your home and garden. Additionally, there is The Potting Shed Coffee Shop which accommodates 150 and is home to fine and fresh food. 1 Greshop Estate, Forres, IV36 2GW T: 01309 696940 www.mackenziecruickshank.com Speyside Centre Located in the Cairngorms National Park, this is a definite attraction to every visitor to the Highlands. There are wildlife viewing stations, a gift shop and boutique, art gallery, The Clootie Dumpling Restaurant and much more. Skye of Curr, Dulnain Bridge, Inverness-shire PH26 3PA T: 01479 851359 Walkers of Aberlour Founded by Joseph Walker in 1898, the Walker family have been producing shortbread for over a hundred years. There is a shop where biscuits, oatcakes and cakes can be bought. Aberlour, Banffshire, AB38 9PD T: 01340 871555
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Things to see and do WDCS Scottish Dolphin Centre, Spey Bay Based at the mouth of the River Spey, the centre makes it one of the best places to watch dolphins in the UK. Located in beautiful Spey Bay on the Moray Firth, see the largest bottlenose dolphins in the world feeding at the mouth of the River Spey. Landbased dolphin watching, historic ice house tours and wildlife wanders. There is also a cafe and shop. Spey Bay, Fochabers, IV32 7PJ T: 01343 820339 Visitors Centre open 10.30am - 5.00pm, 7 days a week, April to October
WHISKY DISTILLERIES Aberlour Distillery Pure spring water for making the whisky is drawn from underground springs, and the maturing spirit in the warehouse beneficially inhales the moist Speyside air. Aberlour, AB38 9PJ T: 01340 881249
Balvenie Distillery, Dufftown See the barley malting process for malt whisky Tours are available to book. Balvenie Maltings Dufftown, AB55 4BB T: 01340 822210
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Benromach Distillery, Forres From a small and almost lost distillery emerged a single malt with distinctive qualities reflecting its hand made credentials as well as its sophistication and modern values of Scotland today. Invererne Road, Forres, IV36 3EB T: 01309 675968 Cardhu Distillery, Knockando Share with us the story of Cardhu Distillery, the only malt distillery pioneered by a women. The malt whisky produced at the Cardhu Distillery has a warmth and cleanliness of taste which experts describe as "silky" and is used in some of the award winning Johnnie Walker scotch whiskies. Knockando, Aberlour, AB38 7RY T: 01479 874635 Dallas Dhu Distillery, Forres A producer of single malt Scotch whisky that operated between 1899 and 1983. Means "Black Water Valley" in Gaelic. Its whisky also appeared as a "Dallas Mhor" single malt. The stillhouse was destroyed by a fire in 1939, but rebuilt. Production continued until the distillery closed in 1983; it is now a museum. IV36 2RR T: 01309 676548 Dufftown Whisky Museum The Dufftown Whisky Museum provides a unique opportunity to discover the secrets of whisky making in days gone. It also gives a fascinating insight into the lives and times of whisky smugglers. T: 01340 820507 Glen Grant Distillery, Rothes On the Malt Whisky Trail with its own Victorian
Gardens. Tours available. Rothes, Aberlour, AB38 7BS T: 01340 832118 Glen Moray Distillery, Elgin Part of the Malt Whisky Trail, this distillery is situated next to the banks of the River Lossie. Regular tours are available, as well as the “Fifth Chapter Tours” where you can pre-book a more detailed tour of the distillery. Tastings on the Glen Moray Range are also on offer. Additionally, there is a gift shop and a coffee shop on the premises. Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm. Sat (May-Sep): 10am-4:30pm. Bruceland Road, Elgin, IV30 1YE. T: 01343 550900
Glenlivet Distillery, Tomintoul From the wild and remote setting of Glenlivet comes a single malt of infinite elegance - the single malt that started it all. This is the perfect place to learn about the history of Scotch whisky. Ballindalloch, Banffshire, AB37 9DB T: 01340 821720 The Macallan Distillery, Craigellachie The distillery has regular tours which take in the full production process. Sample tastings are available to be booked. Charlestown of Aberlour, AB38 9RX T: 01340 871471
Glenfarclas Distillery, Ballindaloch Glenfarclas is renowned for producing Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky in the traditional Speyside style, with a heavy Sherry influence. Glenfarclas Distillery, Ballindalloch, Banffshire, AB37 9BD, Scotland. T: 01807 500257 Glenfiddich Distillery, Dufftown Set in the heart of the Highlands, Glenfiddich (meaning ‘Valley of the Deer’ in Gaelic) is a place of breathtaking beauty. The guides have a wealth of knowledge, so let them know if you'd like a tour. Dufftown, AB55 4DH T: 01340 820373
Speyside Cooperage, Craigellachie A unique visitor centre experience. In the heart of Scotland’s rolling hills lies Speyside Cooperage, the only working cooperage in the UK where you can experience the ancient art of coopering. Dufftown Road, Craigellachie, AB38 9RS T: 01340 871108 Strathisla Distillery, Keith Dating from 1786, not much has changed from the old cobbled courtyard to the distinctive double pagodas, making it one of the most picturesque distilleries in Scotland. Seafield Avenue, Keith, AB55 5BS T: 01542 783044
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Nairn Book and Arts Festival 2016 (30th August – 4th September) You can’t miss the Nairn Book and Arts Festival! It’s one of the most eagerly anticipated arts festivals in the North East of Scotland, with over 70 live events including talks by authors and artists, some of the best traditional music Scotland can offer, poetry readings, art exhibitions and workshops, a day of FREE events for kids, plus Fringe events by the drama, art and writing groups of Nairn. Most of our events are held at Nairn’s Community and Arts Centre and Little Theatre, but look out for Festival events at Brodie Castle and the Highlanders Museum, Fort George too! On Saturday 27th August, a Taste of the Festival offers delicious locally produced artisan food, cookery demonstrations, a pop-up cafe and live music. Our Exhibitions are a must-see, and look out for our roving portrait artist, William Mather, who will sketch your portrait for a donation to charity. Artists at the WASPS Links Studios and Nairn Art Society at the Laing Hall also open their doors during Festival week. Kids’ Day is held in central Nairn on Saturday 3rd September, with free fun activities galore! For details of the 2016 Festival which runs from Tuesday 30th August – Sunday 4th September, and to book online (from Tuesday 7th June) visit www.nairnfestival.co.uk.
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Places to eat RESTAURANTS Cardamon Spice 64-66 High Street, Forres, IV36 1PQ Tel: 01309 673277 Kristoff’s Leys Road, Forres, IV36 1NW Tel: 01309 676434 The Loft Bistro & Venue East Grange, Kinloss, IV36 2UD Tel: 01343 850111 The Peppermill East Grange, Kinloss, IV36 2UD Tel: 01343 850111 Spice of Bengal 118 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 358008
CAFES, COFFEE SHOPS & TAKEAWAYS Ashers Bakery and Cafe 139 High Street, Forres, IV36 ODX Tel: 01309 672635 Brodie Countryfare Brodie, Forres, IV36 2TD Tel: 01309 641555 Cafe Fika Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 675811
Clock Tower Pizza 1 Clock Tower Buildings, Seapark, Kinloss, IV36 3TT Tel: 01309 690003 Costa Coffee (in Tesco) Nairn Road, Forres, IV36 2EY Tel: 01309 674710 Chicken Hut 106 High Street, Forres IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 696266 Chimes Tearoom 69-71 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672542 Findhorn Piers Cafe Royal Findhorn Yacht Club, Findhorn, IV36 3YF Tel: 01309 690247 Forres Fish Bar Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 672479 Kashmir Tandoori 149 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 671385 Jade Garden Fleurs Place, Forres, IV36 1LX Tel: 01309 671222 Kinloss Chinese Takeaway Findhorn Rd, Kinloss, IV36 3TX Tel: 01309 690439 Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway 129 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 673614
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Mackenzie & Cruickshank 1 West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 696940 Macleans Bakery & Coffee Shop 110 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 672258 Miele’s of Forres Northern Fish Restaurant 28 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB Tel: 01309 672382 Moonlight Tandoori 106 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NT Tel: 01309 672624
The Olive Tree Cafe at Logie Steading Logie Steading, Forres IV36 2QN Tel: 01309 611733 Speedy Pepper 143 High Street, Forres, IV36 1DX Tel: 01309 676622 Woodside Farm Shop Woodside Farm, Kinloss, IV36 3UA Tel: 01309 690258
HOTELS, PUBS, BARS & INNS Aberlour Hotel 87 High Street Aberlour AB38 9QB 01340 871287 Carisbrooke Hotel Drumduan Road, Forres, IV36 1BS Tel: 01309 672585
The Bakehouse 91-92 Findhorn, Forres IV36 3YG 01309 691826 The Blue Angel Cafe Findhorn Foundation, The Park, Findhorn, IV36 3TZ Tel: 01309 691900 The Bunty Shore Road, Forres, IV36 3YL Tel: 01309 690052 The Haven Wrights Home Hardware, 107-111 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 676690
Cluny Bank Hotel Franklin’s Restaurant, St Leonard’s Road, Forres, IV36 1DW Tel: 01309 674304 Crown & Anchor Findhorn, IV36 3YF Tel: 01309 690243
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Knockomie Hotel Grantown Road, Forres, IV36 2SG Tel: 01309 673146
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Legends 122 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 674228 Mosset Tavern Gordon Street, Forres, IV36 1DY Tel: 01309 672981
The Abbey Inn Findhorn Road, Kinloss, IV36 3TX Tel: 01309 690475
Newmarket Bar 3-5 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 676466
The Carlton Hotel 67 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AE Tel: 01309 672531
Ramnee Hotel Victoria Road, Forres, IV36 3BN Tel: 01309 672410
The Eagle North Street, Forres, IV36 1AD Tel: 01309 672205
The Red Lion Hotel and Beastie Bar 2-6 Tollbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH Tel: 01309 672716 Thistle Bar 168 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NP Tel: 01309 672837 Victoria Hotel Tytler Street, Forres, IV36 1EL Tel: 01309 672744
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The Highlander Inn is located in Craigellachie, which is only a 15 minute drive from Elgin on the A941. When we arrived we went downstairs into the lounge bar and were shown to our seats. It was so cosy and from the minute we walked in we were made to feel very welcome. My friend Marie and I were immediately offered a drink and handed the menus. The owner, Tatsuya, mentioned that there was also an Ă la carte menu in the restaurant upstairs, but we chose to eat downstairs in the lounge bar. One of the first things we noticed was how many different whiskies were available. They have one of the largest selections of Japanese whiskies available outside South East Asia, and a good selection of malt whiskies from other parts of the world as well! I would definitely recommend the Highlander Inn to any whisky lovers. For starters Marie had the Chicken Liver Pate with Red Currant Preserve and Garlic Bread and I had the Tempura Chicken with Sweet Chili Sauce - both were just bursting with flavors. There was a large choice of mains to choose from. I had the Steak Pie with Chipped Potatoes and Market Vegetables and Marie went with the Creamy Lasagne with Wedged Fries and Side Salad. Perfectly cooked and melt-in-your-mouth, the mains were both bursting with flavors and deliciously succulent and hit all the right spots. We were both too full to have a dessert so decided to share one. We decided on the Toffee Romanoff which is Toffee Meringue and Whipped Cream served with Honeycomb Ice Cream and Fresh Strawberries. This was a delicious dessert and we regretted not having one each as we were both left wanting more. The Highlander Inn has an amazing menu which will cover all tastes. It offers fine dining and good hearty bar food so it really will suit all. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and you are made to feel like a VIP. Tatsyua works behind the bar serving food and drinks and makes sure his customers are happy and have everything they need. The chef, who only started a couple of months ago, certainly knows how to cook good food and all the meat is bought locally from McIntosh Butchers in Dufftown. I would highly recommend the Highlander Inn and will most certainly be going back for another meal in the near future. A review by Susan & Lisa December 15
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Clubs and Societies 1ST FORRES SCOUT GROUP 4 sections for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers, male and female, ages from 6-18. Always looking for adult leadership to join too. Meet on Bank Lane in the Scout Hut. For info call the Group Scout Leader on 675569 or email first forresscouts.scouts @hotmail.co.uk 1ST KINLOSS SCOUT GROUP Provides Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorer Scouts for girls & boys 6 - 18yrs at Keddie House, Kinloss. Call Steve Ferris 675028 AJG FORRES AND NAIRN WELFARE FOOTBALL LEAGUE April - September games played in Nairn, Forres, Kinloss and Elgin. Match details available in local press and via the website www.leaguewebsite.co.uk/ forresnairnwfa/Home or via email at forresnairnwfa@hotmail.co.uk AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS Offer support and understanding to families / friends of problem drinkers. Meetings are confidential. For local meetings visit www.al-anonuk.org.uk or call 020 7403 0888 ARK COMMUNITY NETWORKS Provides housing support & services to individuals with learning disabilities in their own homes. Call Andrew Findlay 675763 or email managerforres@arkha.org.uk ALVES CHURCH GUILD Call Mrs Butler 01343 850209 BABY BOP - PARENT & CHILD DANCE & PLAY CLASS Tuesdays , 18months - 3years, 9.30 -10.30am (£2.50) 3months18months, 10.30 -11am (£1.50). Forres house Community centre Tel: Emma 07973491963 BACH FLOWER DANCES Wednesdays, 10am - 11:30am at Kinloss Parish Church. Cost £7-50 per person. No experience needed. Call Elisabeth Julian on 01309 691225 to book. BADMINTON Every Sunday 7pm -10pm in Dyke Hall. Beginners to advanced players welcome. £2.50 per person
BELLES ON BIKES Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm. Various meeting points across Moray. Leisurely-paced ladies cycling club allowing ladies to get out on their bike, explore the local area and meet new people. Beginners and improvers welcome! See Facebook for details.
DALLAS INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Wednesday & Sunday evenings, 7:15pm - 9:30pm in the Hall. New and old members most welcome. For more details call Whitey Fraser on 01343 890301
BRODIE INDOOR BOWLING CLUB Mon & Wed, 7pm - 9:30pm at Dyke & District Hall. Starts 16th September. Call Sandy Burgess on 01309 674924
DALLAS MINIATURE RIFLE CLUB Mondays & Wednesdays 7:30pm - 10pm, October-March at Dallas Rifle Club. To promote safe handling & instruction in competitive target shooting. Call Neil Sutherland 01343 890243
CHILDREN 1ST FORRES AND DISTRICT ACTION GROUP Raising money for Children 1st through various events. If you are interested in finding out more call Jane Lyon 01309 674058
DALLAS PARENT & TODDLERS Every Monday, 2pm - 4pm at Dallas Hall. Come join us for a cuppa & play. Contact Susan 01343 890439 / Emma 01343 890479 or find us on Facebook.
CHRISTIANS TOGETHER IN FORRES Fridays, 10:30am - 2pm at the Tolbooth for tea & coffee, fellowship, Christian lending Library and charity goods for sale. All welcome.
DARNAWAY CURLING CLUB Small, friendly club would be delighted to welcome new members for the coming season. Why not come and try a new sport. For further details contact evrae@hotmail.com
COMMUNITY BABY CAFE Thursdays, 11am - 12 noon at Forres Community Centre. Drop in facility for parents/carers to attend with children under a year. There is always a health professional on hand to answer child development related questions and monthly health promotion topics such as weaning, home safety and play.
DIABETES UK MORAY Support for people with diabetes and their carers. Visit moray.diabetesukgroup.org or email moraydiabetesukgroup @yahoo.co.uk
CREATIVE WRITING GROUP Meets Wednesdays, 2pm - 4pm in the Nicholson Gallery, St. Catherine’s Road, Forres. All welcome. For info call Mandy Wilkinson on 01309 676928 or email solasan@btinternet.com CULBIN SINGERS Regular Thursday evening practice sessions take place in St Leonard's Church Hall, Forres. New members always welcome. Email : alasdair@ manachie.eclipse.co.uk DALLACHY AEROMODELLERS Model aircrafts and helicopter flying at old Dallachy World War 2 airfield. Mainly at weekends. Offers training on dual control. dallachyaeromodellers.org.uk
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DYKE & DISTRICT COMMUNITY HALL/ DYKE CHURCH Last Wednesday of every month. 10:30am - 1pm at Dyke Village Hall. Join us for Coffee, Home Baking and Chat. All welcome. Entry £2. for info email dykevillagehall.co.uk DYKE PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Thursdays 9:30am - 11:30am at Dyke Village Hall. Parent run group, welcomes new members. £2. Call Lex on 07736 936130
FALCONER MUSEUM, FORRES Open: Apr - Oct, Mon - Sat 10am - 5pm (except public hols). “Fascinating Forres, Past & Present”. Free admission. FILM FORRES COMMUNITY CINEMA News of screenings and times on Forres Town Hall window, in The Forres Gazette and on www.filmforres.co.uk FINDHORN ART GROUP Tuesdays, 10am - 12.30pm at The Findhorn Village Centre. Call Elizabeth on 01343 830199 or l elizabethfitzgibbon@hotmail.com FINDHORN BOWLING CLUB Daily, 9am - 9pm, Apr - Sept, Church Place. Affiliated to the Scottish Bowling Association & Highland Bowling League. All ages & abilities welcome. Call Joan Tomkinson 673847 FINDHORN FLYERS Every Friday, 10:30am 11:30am in James Milne Institute (Village Hall) Findhorn. Keep fit for the young at heart. £3 per session, includes refreshments. For info call Sue Horn on 01309 691309 FINDHORN HERITAGE CENTRE & ICEHOUSE Open 2pm to 5pm at weekends in May & September. Open every afternoon June, July & August. www.findhornheritage.co.uk FINDHORN PLAYBACK THEATRE Improvisation drama. Regular rehearsal & performances at Findhorn Village Centre, IV36 3YR. Call 01343 850123 or visit findhornplaybacktheatre.co.uk
EARTHTIME TODDLER ADVENTURES Creative & exploring sessions for you & your child (2 - 5 year olds, accompanied by a parent /guardian). At Oakwood, Elgin or Grant Park, Forres. call 07789 715380 see www.earthtime.co.uk or Earthtime’s Facebook page.
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Clubs and Societies FINDHORN TENNIS CLUB 2 full size & 1 short court. Family & young juniors rates available. Adults £50 & Juniors £20 annual subscription for unlimited play. Contact Janet Barcis: janetbarcis@hotmail.co.uk, phone 01309 692479 or visit www.lta.org. (‘Findhorn’ into the search box) FINDHORN VILLAGE ART GROUP Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10am 12 noon at The James Milne Institute, Findhorn. Join a fun filled friendly informal art class including refreshments. All levels welcome. £5 per session. Sorry Tuesday class is currently full. Spaces available on Thursday. Call Laura on 07773 650615 or email laura@wildhareglass.co.uk FINDHORN VILLAGE CENTRE To provide recreational/leisure facilities, encourage educational groups, participation training, after-school clubs/IT resources for Findhorn inhabitants. Contact Christine Hunt 692339 FINDHORN VILLAGE CENTRE COFFEE MORNING Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.30am. All Welcome. £1 per person. Join us for a chatter, cuppa & some cake! Open to all. Call 01309 692339 FINDHORN VILLAGE STITCHERS Sewing Classes for all abilities with International Tutors. Contact Karin on 01309 692339 or email findhornvillagecentre @gmail.com FINDHORN WRI 1st Tuesday each month, James Milne Institute. Call Joan Tomkinson tel: 01309 673847
FITNESS LEAGUE (FORRES BRANCH) Tuesdays 10-11am, Forres House. Low impact exercise class in a relaxed atmosphere. Level - basic to moderate. Age 30+. Call Pam Watson 672971
FORRES COMMUNITY GARDEN 1.4 acre site on Bogton Road with space for individuals to grow food in small friendly groups. Contact Lorna 696233 or 07989 263028
FORRES 41 CLUB For ex-members of Round Table. Meets monthly from September to May. Contact the Club Secretary on 01309 673295 for info.
FORRES COMMUNITY WEB To promote Forres on the Internet, Wed 7pm, Community Hub, Tolbooth Street, all levels welcome, aged 18+. Contact: Anthony Bowmer 672244
FORRES AND DISTRICT PIPE BAND Every Tuesday at 7pm in Forres Town Hall. Adults and children all welcome. For more info email john.channon@hotmail.co.uk FORRES & DISTRICT ROUND TABLE Contact Gary Banford 671435
FORRES ‘BALL’ GROUP ‘Be Active Life Long’. Thurs 10am - 12noon, Forres House. Exercise to music for over 60’s group. Contact 672838
FORRES & NAIRN SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Mondays 8pm - 10pm in Forres Town Hall Jan - Mar & Sept Dec Thursdays 7:30pm 9:30pm in Nairn Community Centre from Sept - Mar. All abilities welcome at these RSCDS classes. Call 07906 306160 or Kate McArdle on 07918 147115 www.rscdsforres.org or
FORRES BIG CHOIR Every Thursday during term time, 7pm - 9pm at Kinloss Church. A mixed community choir for singers of all levels of experience. No auditions and no need to read music. Call Bill Henderson on 07876 213576 for more details.
FORRES ACCORDION & FIDDLE CLUB 2nd Wednesday each month, Victoria Hotel, Forres. Sept May. All levels & ages welcome. Call Ann Sharp 672672
FORRES BLUEFINS SWIMMING CLUB Various training sessions for all levels of competitive swimmers. Regular intakes throughout the year. Call Jayne on 07825 951944. Email: bluefins@hotmail.co.uk
FORRES ANGLING ASSOCIATION February-September. Formed in 1933, the FAA water consists of four miles of double bank fishing on the River Findhorn. Visitor permits available. Contact Campbell Ross 690097 FORRES AREA CREDIT UNION Contact Ann McHardy 676735 FORRES AREA FORUM 1st Wednesday every month, 7pm-9pm in Forres Community Centre. For everyone who cares about Forres. For information call 01309 676936 or email to forresareaforum@btinternet.com FORRES ARCHERS Wed, juniors 7 - 8.30pm & adults 7 - 10pm, Forres House. Age 10 years up. Call Mike Voyzey on 07812 825427
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FORRES ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP Last Thurs each month, Forres Town Hall. Speakers & demos. Contact Marie McKay 673505
FORRES BOWLING CLUB St Catherine's Road. New members and visitors welcome, Come along and enjoy a friendly game of bowls. Hat Nights Mondays and Thursdays 6:30 for 7:00 pm. Annual Subscription £40 (if you wish to join). Call Sam Morrison on 01309 676366 for further details. FORRES BRIDGE CLUB Mondays at 7pm - arrive by 6:50pm at Forres Golf Clubhouse. New season starts 28th September - March. New members welcome. FORRES CAMERA CLUB Forres Town Hall. Every Thursday at 7.30pm. Come and share our interest in photography. All welcome. Contact Gordon Grant 671936.
FORRES COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB 1st Friday each month, Victoria Hotel. Social & line dancing to live bands. Contact Billy 674674 FORRES CURLING CLUB Sept - Mar , Moray Leisure Centre. Coaching available. Call Ann Munro 690332 or email lambertmun@aol.com FORRES CYCLING CLUB Weekly runs leave Clubhouse in Cumming Street, Forres at 9:30am every Sunday. Midweek training most mornings. Summer Tuesday evening race/social league for all ages. Races from May - Sep. Call club secretary Alan White on 01309 674698 or alan.white.245@btinternet.com www.forrescyclingclub.co.uk FORRES GYMNASTICS CLUB Training, exercise & fun, through display work & competitions. Female only up to 18 yrs. Call Patsy Fraser-Mackenzie 673316 FORRES HARD OF HEARING 1st Monday monthly, 2pm3:30pm at Forres Town Hall. To assist the hard of hearing/deaf & tinnitus sufferers. Any age, lipreading classes. Call: 672282/675075. FORRES HARRIERS Tues & Thurs 6.30pm Swimming Pool/Roysvale Park in Winter, Grant Park in Summer. Small friendly club, all ages & abilities. www.forresharriers.org.uk FORRES HOUSE BRIDGE CLUB Wednesdays 7pm, Sept - Apr, Forres House. Tuition given in September. Beginners & new members welcome. Call Forres House Community Centre 672838 or Alice Young on 01309 611271
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Clubs and Societies FORRES HOUSE COMMUNITY CENTRE Wide range of activities, interests & facilities. Call 672838 or email forres.house@moray.gov.uk FORRES INDOOR BOWLING CLUB We meet at Forres Academy at 6.45pm. Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Come and enjoy a game of bowls. All ages and abilities welcome. Contact Anne McIntosh 01309641513. FORRES LACE GROUP Tuesdays 10am - 12pm in Forres Community Centre. Contact Rona Russell 673367
FORRES SOCCER 7S Tel: 01309 676976. Mobile: 07990832097. www.forres-soccer7s.co.uk FORRES SMALLBORE RIFLE & PISTOL CLUB Rifle, air rifle & air pistol target shooting. Call Donald MacRae on 01309 675345 for details. FORRES SQUASH AND FITNESS CLUB 2 squash courts & 2 small gyms available any time of the day or night. Club night Sunday from 7.15pm when a warm welcome will always be extended. Call John Mckenzie 672103
FORRES / MOUNT DORA TWINNING ASSOCIATION Contact Kenneth J Laing 690398 FORRES & NAIRN DISTRICT WELFARE ASSOCIATION A football league made up from clubs and pubs in the Forres & Nairn area. Apr - Sept, age 16 + For details call Mashy Young on 07796 524050 or email forresnairnwfa@hotmail.co.uk FORRES OAP ASSOCIATION Wednesdays, 1:30pm - 3:30pm in Forres Town Hall. Teas / Entertainment / Raffles. New members welcome. FORRES OSPREY TRUST Minibus for use of elderly and disabled people from Forres, Kinloss, Findhorn and environs for outings, meetings & clubs. Contact Magdalene Edmond: 01309 617155. FORRES OVER 60S LUNCH GROUP Fridays at 12pm, St Leonards Chuch Hall. 3 course meal. £4 per week. For anyone 60+. Call Joan Lobbett on 01309 671150. FORRES QUILTERS Tuesdays 1.30pm - 3.30pm, Forres Community Centre. Call Mrs Maureen Brooks 675962 FORRES RAMBLERS 1st Saturday each month, 9.30am at bottom of car park (opposite Applegrove School). Contact Carolyn Boyd 672286 FORRES ROTARY CLUB Thursdays 12.30pm for 1.00pm at the Ramnee Hotel. Call Tony Galloway Secretary on 694816
FORRES STEPPING OUT Weekly health walks every Monday, 1:30pm at Forres House Community Centre. A mix of fast, moderate and slow walks for all levels. Trained walk leaders. Contact David on 01309 671726. FORRES ST LAWRENCE CRICKET CLUB Apr - Sept. Senior competitive cricket (weekends), coaching Tues and Thurs, 6pm - 8pm. Junior (over 9 years) coaching Mon 6pm - 7.30pm. All coaching in Grant Park. New players welcome. Call Gus Farr 672206 or Steve Hogley 672913 FORRES TENNIS CLUB Club nights & mornings, coaching sessions and more. Social tennis where there will always be someone to partner up with. All ages, all abilities, all welcome. For more info email forrestennisclub@outlook.com FORRES TOASTMASTER CLUB Communication & leadership skills through a structured course of speeches. All abilities and experience welcome. Part of Toastmasters International. Call Paul Harvey 694822
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GRANT PARK BOWLING CLUB Daily 1 - 4pm & 6 -9pm, Apr Sept. Non-members & visitors £1 per session. All levels & ages welcome. Coaching available. Call Jim Hasman 673062 GIRLGUIDING MORAY 2 Rainbow units, 4 Brownie units, 4 Guide units and a Senior Section Unit in Forres & Kinloss. Call Mrs Merlys King (Division Commissioner) on 01343 830316 or email moraymax@tiscali.co.uk GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND Nairn & Moray Branch are looking for new branch volunteers. Call 0118 983 5555 guidedogs@guidedogs.org.uk Website: www.guidedogs.org.uk HELGIN ROLLER DERBY Saturdays, 12pm - 2pm in Elgin Community Centre and Thursdays, 6:30pm - 8pm in Forres House Community Centre. Learn to roller skate with the newly formed Elgin Roller Derby team and find out more about how you can get involved. Beginners welcome. Open to males and females 16+. Find us on Facebook for more details. IMPROVER LINE DANCING CLUB FOR OVER 50S Wednesday 2pm, Masonic Hall, Forres. £3.50. Easy routines for fitness and fun Call Jenny Duncan (ukaptd h/c) on 01463 233151 or Jacqui tel: 672019 INVERNESS FIELD ARCHERY CLUB Available to interested parties wishing to take up archery and are located in Nairn, Forres, Elgin and all surrounding areas. Contact Secretary, Gerry Parks on 01667 462219 (evenings) or 07801 593 637. Visit invernessfieldarcheryclub.webeden.co.uk
JOG SCOTLAND FORRES Mondays 6.30pm, all welcome. Walk and jog your way to better health. Call 676595 or 673859 KINLOSS & FORRES MODEL CLUB 2nd & 4th Friday each month from 6:30pm - 9:30pm at Findhorn Village Centre. Contact Tom Docherty on 01309 675059 KINLOSS COFFEE MORNING Every Thursday at 10:30am and a Soup and Sweet lunch the last Thursday of each month at 12pm in the Kinloss church hall. KINLOSS KESTRELS YOUTH RUGBY CLUB Sundays, 10:30am at Kinloss Rugby Pitches (Aug - Jun) for children P1 and up. First two weeks free, then £25 annual membership. We take part in festivals and tournaments and all children are encouraged to participate regardless of ability! See Facebook for more details. KITE SURFING The vast sandy beaches in the Highlands of Scotland provide a perfect platform for year round activity. Ongoing at Ardersier, Nairn, Findhorn, Lossie and Burghead. The Scottish Power Kite Assoc covers all good kite surfing spots. Visit the website www.spka.org/activities KNIT & NATTER Tuesdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm, Findhorn Village Centre. All ages welcome. Join us for some fun and chatter. Call Karin on 01309 692339. LADIES BOWLING CLUB Tuesdays from 7pm -10pm in the British Legion Hall, Forres. New members are welcome to come along and join in. LGBT MORAY 1st Tuesday each month, 7:30pm at The Mucklecross Pub, Elgin. 18+ only. OR 3rd Saturday at 10:30am at The Mosset Tavern, Forres. Well attended group with mixed ages. Visit www.lgbtmoray.co.uk, email lgbtmoray@gmail.com or call 07598 418638 LGBT MORAY YOUTH Social networking group online on Facebook at 'LGBT Moray Youth' or contact Katie Quartly at lgbtmorayyouth@gmail.com. Young volunteers wanted to help start a group in Moray.
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Clubs and Societies LONG DISTANCE WALKERS ASSOCIATION (NORTH WEST GRAMPIAN LDWA) For all who enjoy the outdoors combined with cake. Centred on Moray but covering Thurso to Pitlochry and even the islands. A varied programme of walks is planned to attract a wide range of people with shorter options for families when possible. For more info visit www.ldwa.org.uk LUNCH CLUB 2nd Tuesday of the month, 12:30pm - 2pm at Findhorn Village Centre. £3.50 per person, eat as much as you like. Fresh home made soups and Sweets. Open to all. Call 01309 692339. MACMILLAN CANCER RELIEF (FORRES BRANCH) Contact Sue Hellon, Secretary on 01309 678875 MACS MORAY AREA CANCER SUPPORT A support group which provides both practical and emotional support for anyone, of any age, affected by Cancer within Moray. New members welcome. For more details call our Help Line on 07516 21915, e-mail us on : info@macsuk.org or visit us at www.macsuk.org or Facebook. MORAVIAN ORIENTEERS All ages welcome. Contact Dr Douglas Murray 672545 or email douglas.murray9 @btinternet.com MORAY ADVANCE MOTORISTS & MOTORCYCLISTS Reg. Scottish Charity SC 03356. Call 01309 673954 or visit visit www.morayiam.org.uk MORAY & NAIRN FLORAL ART CLUB 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm in The Tolbooth, Forres. Mar - Jun & Sept - Dec. Annual fee. New members welcome. For more information call Jean on 01309 672552
MORAY BRANCH EMBROIDERERS GUILD Meets on the 3rd Thursday each month at 7:30pm in the Duffus Village Hall from Sept - May. A warm welcome to all who enjoy the company of people who love stitch, textile art, fun and friendship. For more details call Judi O'May on 01309 674845 MORAY BURIAL GROUND RESEARCH GROUP (MBGRG) Local heritage group actively researching and recording monumental inscriptions in churchyards & cemeteries in Moray. Contact Helen Mitchell on 01343 546620 or visit www.mbgrg.org MORAY DUO Fridays 2:30pm - 4:30pm at Forres House Community Centre. Provides an accessible, friendly and supportive meeting place for people with physical and sensory disabilities to enable them to live a full life and reduce the barriers that prevent them from doing so. Call Alice Duncan on 01343 551339 for info. MORAY CHESS CLUB Every Tuesday 5pm - 7pm at the Costa Cafe in Tesco, Forres. Looking for players of all ages, beginners welcome. Drop by or contact Brodie on 07745 556690 email atdbrodie@hotmail.co.uk MORAY COELIAC GROUP Meet 1st Saturday of the month (except Jan & Feb), 10:30am in the cafe at Baxters, Fochabers. Get together for newly diagnosed and existing members to network, ask questions, share recipes and ideas / information. 'Coffee, Cake and Catch up' sessions. All welcome. For further info email Kirsteen.pyett@btinternet.co.uk MORAY FIELD CLUB Regular walks, not strenuous from April - Oct, plus three indoor meetings per year. For those interested in the flora and fauna, archaeology and geology of Moray and beyond. Call Jean Stocks (secretary) on 01343 811164 for more information. MORAY FIRTH LADIES CURLING CLUB Tuesdays, 10am - 12noon from September to March. Call Ann Munro on 01309 690332.
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MORAY DISABILITY FORUM We welcome everyone interested, or working in the area of disability to become a member of the group. Call Irena Paterson (Chairperson) on 01343 545663 or 01343 546968 or email irenaandneil@btinternet.com MORAY, BANFF & BADENOCH DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY (MBBDFAS) Meets 10 times a year for lectures on arts, Eight Acres Hotel, Elgin. Contact Mrs. Caithness 672510
MORAY MOUNTAINEERING CLUB Meets 3rd Sunday each month, 7.30am. Bus picks up at Bank of Scotland, Forres. For details visit www.moraymc.wordpress.com MORAY SANDS 3rd Wednesday every month, 7:30pm at The Ugie House Hotel. Self-help support group, run by bereaved parents for bereaved parents and their families. Informal and confidential. No cost. For more details call or text Beck on 07549 684986 or Karen on 07971 834133 or email moraysands@hotmail.co.uk MORAY THRESHOLD SINGERS Women's choir offers to sing to people who are seriously ill and those approaching the end of life, in their own home, care home or hospital to bring comfort and ease. To request this service or to join call Chloe Greenwood on 07769 796672 www.thresholdchoir.org/moray
MORAY FLYING CLUB 7 days a week. Also offering courses for people to become leisure pilots, all the way up to professional ratings. Kinloss barracks, IV36 3UH. For details please call 01309 617361 and visit www.morayflyingclub.com MORAY GAELIC GROUP Mondays 12pm - 1pm in the Beechtree Restaurant at Moray College. Wednesdays 6.30pm 8pm in Room C010 at Moray College. Thursdays 11am - 1pm in Costa in Tesco in Forres. Annual Memberships - £5, Sessions £3 Call Group Chairperson on 01309 641526 or email the secretary at donnie. macdonald@hotmail.com MORAY JUNIOR CURLING CLUB Meets Wednesday, 5pm at the Ice Rink at Moray Leisure Centre during term time from Sept Mar. Call Sandra MacIver on 01309 673855 or 07817106662 MORAY MODEL RAILWAY GROUP Meets at Blacks Barn, Sherrifston Farm. Turn off A96 east of Elgin on Lossie Road and take first left into farm. Are YOU interested in railways? Come and see what model railways are about. Visit moraymrg.org.uk and use JOIN link.
MORAY VETERANS BREAKFAST CLUB 1st Saturday of the month, 11am at the Red Lion, Tolbooth St, Forres. Open to veterans and serving personnel of all services and their friends and families. Enjoy military banter, get peer support and information on the issues affecting veterans. Find them at MVBC Moray Veterans Breakfast Club on facebook.47 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS MORAY By people with multiple sclerosis for people with multiple sclerosis. A website of info & support for people with MS, their friends, family & carers. www.MSMoray.net NAIRN & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB Meets 1st Thursday of the month, 7.30pm at Nairn Community & Arts Centre (Mar Dec). Talks, visits and day outings with an Annual Show in August. New members welcome. Visit www.spanglefish.com/nairnand districtgardeningclub or email nairndgc@yahoo.co.uk NAIRN MEN’S BREAKFAST Meets third Saturday(not July or December) 9:45am at Dunbar Golf Club, Lochloy Road, Nairn. The opportunity for men of all
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Clubs and Societies ages & denominations to share how there life changed through faith in Jesus. Call Campbell 01667 455149 to book a place. NCT BUMPS AND BABIES Tuesdays 10-11.30am at Kinloss church hall. £1.50 suggested donation. Come along for a chat, cuppa,meet new fiends, antenatal support and a lending library. NEEDLE CRAFT CUPPA CLUB Wed from 1:30pm - 3:30pm at Findhorn Village Centre. £1 per person. Relaxed drop in club for all abilities to create needle craft projects among friends whilst having a cuppa. Machines and Utensils can be made available. 01309 692339 NETMUMS Being a mum can be very isolating so meeting other mums can be a lifeline. Come along and see what we are all about. Visit www.netmums.com for details of a local venue, contact Claire Brenton on 07989 135607 or email claireymac1@aol.com
RAFFORD WRI 3rd Wednesday each month, 7:30pm (Sept - May) in Rafford Village Hall. Talks or demos and competition. New members very welcome. Call Alison Prentice on 01309 672380
QUASAR HOCKEY CLUB Wednesdays at Elgin Academy. P3-7 • S1-S2 • S3-S6 (New Starts / Players) 6pm - 7.30pm. U16, U18 and Adults 7pm 9pm. Open to males and females of any ability. For more information contact Pete Bavidge at kqcoach@aol.com or visit www.quasarhockeyclub.co.uk RAFFORD SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE GROUP Thursdays 8pm-10pm Rafford Village Hall, Oct - Mar. Call Sheila Biggs tel: 672756 RAFFORD TODDLER GROUP Tuesdays 9.30am - 11.30am, Rafford Hall. Call Pauline 671592
TASTY TUESDAYS Every Tuesday 11am - 3pm Taster Sessions in Reiki, Crystal Healing, Tarot & more. Drop ins or booking via Facebook, Makers Market, Caroline Street, Forres or call Ellen 07518824710
RIDING FOR THE DISABLED (Forres, Nairn & District) Volunteer with this small friendly group at Burgie on Mondays 9:15am - 11:15am or 11am 1pm, or all morning during term time. No experience necessary. Training will be given. The time you give provides long lasting therapeutic benefit to the children. call 01343 890745 or email forresnairnrda@gmail.com
T-EXCHANGE MAKERSPACE Make things, build things, and exchange ideas. Third Friday of every month. 7.30pm at Findhorn Village Centre. Details on www.t-exchange.net or contact Bill on 07925 551191.
SHAMANIC DROP-INS Wednesday & Friday from 7pm 8:30pm at Eagle medicine House, Findhorn. Guided meditation and Shamanic journeying by donation. For further information call Annie on 07951 643090 or email eaglemedicinehealing@gmail.com
THE ACCIDENTALS Nairn’s Community Choir practices Wednesdays, 7:30pm 9:30pm at St Columba’s Church Hall, Queen Street. Sing a cappella in four-part harmony. New members welcome. Call Christine Oliver on 01667 453793 or just come along. THE HANDYPERSON SERVICE (MORAY) Provides help around the home incl. small repairs, decluttering and toe-nail cutting. We also provide short term assistance for those unwell or just out of hospital. Call 01343 559739.
PET FOSTERING SCOTLAND Supporting pet owners in an emergency situation. Volunteers care for your pet in their own homes for short periods. Reg. charity SCO15672. Volunteers needed. Tel: 0844 811 9909 www.pfss.org.uk QUARRIERS CARER SUPPORT SERVICE MORAY Practical and emotional support for unpaid Carers of Moray. If you could use some help or just want to find out more about what we do, call 01343 556031
Leonard's Hall. New members always welcome. Call Frances Buchanan on 01309 675585 for more information.
SHRIMPS ACTIVE Thursday mornings and Friday Afternoons. Interactive soft play from babies to 5yrs. £2.50 per child. Call Karin for timings and further information on sessions available. Findhorn Village Centre, Findhorn 01309 692339. SJÖGREN'S SYNDROME AND LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP Meetings arranged on an adhoc basis. For more information call Sheena on 01343 820635 or Susan on 01343 842656 SOUNDS DEEP MEN’S CHOIR Alternate Tuesdays 7.30pm9.30pm at St. John’s Church, Forres. All kinds of music. No experience necessary. Contact Bill 01309 672951 for details. ST LEONARD’S GUILD Meets Mondays, fortnightly 7:30pm Sept - April in St.
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THE NATIONAL TRUST FOR SCOTLAND BANFF & MORAY Promoting the NTS and fundraising to support local properties, Brodie Castle and Leith Hall. Varied annual programme of events. Ring the secretary on 01343 835258 or email secretary2.bmnts@btinternet.com THERAVADA FOREST SANGHA BUDDHIST GROUP Meets Sundays 10am - 11am at 1 Leask Road, Forres. Also on Thursdays 7pm - 8pm - call for location. For more info, contact Claralynn on 07921 211 434 or info@mysangha.org.uk.
Transport, tools and training provided. Pick up from Forres for volunteers over 18. Usually every second Wednesday. Booking is essential. Call the office on 01309 691292 or email volunteer@treesforlife.org.uk to join the email list. THE SCOUT ASSOCIATION (MORAY) FORRES Cubs - Mondays, Beavers Tuesdays, Scouts - Fridays. beavers@morayscouts.org.uk (or @..... or scouts@..... etc) VARIS CLUB 1st Tuesday each month, 10am, Forres Town Hall. Open to all retired business and professional people. Guest speakers, new members welcome. Contact Norman Thomson 676884 VARIS PLAYERS Amateur dramatics society in Forres. Call Samantha Robertson 01309 676022 TSIMORAY Supporting groups, promoting volunteering and social enterprises in Moray. For details call 01343 541713 or visit www.tsimoray.org.uk WALKMORAY (NHS GRAMPIAN) Do YOU want to get more active? WalkMoray offers volunteer-led, short, weekly walks in various locations. For info, contact the Healthpoint: 01343 567842. WESTERN FRONT ASSOCIATION We hold 9 meetings per year on Saturday afternoons in Elgin Library. Open to anyone with an interest in WW1. Contact Derek Bird on 01343 870562 or email chairman.wfasnb@virgin.net www.wfascotlandnorth.org.uk
TRANSITION TOWN FORRES Local group promoting local solutions to fossil fuel shortage and climate change. Contact ttforres@googlemail.com TREES FOR LIFE CONSERVATION DAYS Spend a day out in the Highlands working to restore the fabulous Caledonian forest.
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Recovery happens Arrows is the new drug and alcohol support service in Moray. Run by Quarriers, Arrows supports adults with problematic substance use, offering advice, information and treatment to support individuals in their recovery. Who is the Service for? Arrows is a service for anyone worried about alcohol and drug use, whether their own or a loved one’s. Substance use problems can develop over time, and it is important for individuals to recognise where drugs or alcohol are having an impact on their wellbeing, relationships or lifestyle. Support is available to anyone with concerns, no matter how small. At times it’s the friends, family or other people around an individual who may recognise their drug or alcohol issue first. Arrows can support friends and family to understand and discuss problematic substance use with their loved ones.
What support is available? Arrows offers a listening ear and provides advice and information for people facing addiction issues. Our one-to-one and peer group support helps to build motivation, set goals and manage addictions using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy approaches and Motivational Interviewing.
How do I access support? You can drop into our Elgin office during opening hours. We are located near the end of the High Street, with both a High Street entrance and side door entrance on Kilmolymock Close. Alternatively, you can call, text or email and we can arrange to meet with you at a convenient time and location to discuss support options.
Will I be anonymous? You can contact the service anonymously to speak to someone, and disclose your name or information on your own terms. We will only keep or share information about you with your consent and your on-going support will be agreed in partnership with you. We do have a duty to share information where we have concerns that you or an individual are at risk of harm.
Will you involve my family or friends? We recognise the benefits of including family members and loved ones in accessing support and on-going recovery. We can discuss this with you should you wish to include a family member or friend, or you yourself wish to be included as a supportive factor in a loved one’s recovery.
Talk to us Arrows – A Quarriers Service 23 High Street, Elgin, IV301EE Call 01343 610500 Text 07812 228547 arrows@quarriers.org.uk
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Good Mental Health for ALL in Moray Improving mental health can help us create a Moray where children have the best start in life, communities are resilient, life chances are improved and we live longer, healthier, happier and stigma free lives. We all have mental health. Mental health affects us all. It is often said that there is no health without mental health. Our mental health and wellbeing affects how we think and feel, and how we respond to events. It affects our ability to learn, communicate and form relationships and play a full part amongst our family, workplace, community and friends. It influences our ability to cope with and manage change and life events and to lead a happy and fulfilling life. It’s also closely linked with our physical health. Do you have an interest in mental health & wellbeing and recovery? Would you like to get involved in the exciting changes that are taking place for mental health & wellbeing services in Moray?
We are keen to work with communities, anyone with experience of mental health problems, their family members and people involved in health and social care. Working together we can enable people and communities to achieve the best possible mental health and wellbeing. To get involved and keep in touch with upcoming events and developments please contact - 01343 567187 e.mail: involvement@moray.gov.uk The Moray health and social care partnership mental health and wellbeing strategy ‘Good Mental Health for ALL in Moray’ can be found athttp://www.moray.gov.uk/moray_standard/page_1 02334.html
KNOW WHO TO TURN TO WHEN YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR MENTAL HEALTH BREATHING SPACE – Tel 0800 83 85 87. Confidential phone service for anyone experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. Open weekdays 6pm-2am and 24 hours at weekends.
SAMARITANS – Tel 116 123. Day or night a Samaritans volunteer is there to give support to anyone feeling down or struggling to cope.
Medical, Health & Churches ACUPUNCTURE Moray Acupuncture Healthworks, 5 Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU. Tel: 07513 038007
Orchard Road Dental Practice The Mews, Orchard Road, Forres, IV36 1PJ. Tel: 01309 675544
ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT Diana Grell 1 Findhorn Road, Kinloss, IV36 3TX. Tel: 01309 691549
K H Lang 50C High Street, Forres, 1V36 1PF. Tel: 01309 675544
Findhorn Flower Essences Cullerne House, Forres, IV36 3YY. Tel: 01309 690129
Forres Dental Care Ltd Falconer Ave, Forres IV36 2PA Tel: 01309 673553
Moray Osteopaths 5 Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU. Tel: 01309 671413
HOLISTIC MASSAGE Lev Seller Holistic Massage 69 Forbeshill, Forres, IV36 1JJ. Tel: 01309 671411
Natural Balance Health Store (Osteopath) 142 HIgh Street, Forres, IV36 1NP. Tel: 01309 694824 DOCTORS Dr. Gray's Hospital Elgin, Moray, IV30 1SN. Phone: 0345 456 6000 Forres Health Centre Forres Health Centre, Grantown Road, Forres, IV36 1JG. Tel: 0345 337 1120 DENTISTS Leys Dental Practice South Street, Forres, IV36 1DE. Tel: 01309 673553
CHURCHES Caroline Street Gospel Hall Gospel Service, Sundays at 12:15pm Tel: 01309 674375. Email: glcinfo@tiscali.co.uk Dyke Church - Church of Scotland Sunday worship 10am. Family service. Tea/coffee and fellowship after every service. Contact Mrs Jane Foster on 01309 641257 (Session Clerk) Edinkillie Parish - Church of Scotland Sunday worship 11.30am. Contact Mrs Panny Laing (Session Clerk): 01309 611278.
HOSPITAL Leachoil Hospital St Leonard’s Road, Forres, IV36 2RF. Tel: 01309 678523 or 0345 456 6000 MASSAGE & THERAPIES Kirsty Wright, Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist Tel: 01479 861256 Sand-Ease Healthcare Corra Linn, Upper Hempriggs Kinloss IV36 2UB Tel: 01343 850087 Kinloss, Findhorn & Alves Church of Scotland Alternating weekly. Kinloss and Findhorn 10am. Alves first Sunday of each month at 11.30am. Tel: 01309 690931 or 01309 690349. Lighthouse Baptist Church Clovenside Chapel, Forres. Sunday service 10:30am and 6.30pm. Refreshments served afterwards. Contact: 01309 676974. Email: info@lighthousechurch.co.uk Website: http://thelighthousechurch.wix.com/home#! Rafford Church Family service Sundays at 9.30am. Praise from CH3 and Mission Praise. Enjoy fellowship over a cup of tea and a biscuit. Sunday
NEUROMUSCULAR Highland Neuromuscular Movement Services 58 Burdshaugh, Forres, IV36 1NQ. Tel: 01309 676335 NURSING HOMES Cathay Nursing Home Saint Leonard’s Road, Forres. Tel: 01309 675500 Meadowlark Care Centre Nursing Home Address: Mannachie Road, Forres, Moray IV36 2JT Phone:01309 676307 OPTICIAN Mcclintock Opticians 1 Saint Leonard’s Road, Forres, IV36 1DN. Tel: 01309 673635 Mclachlan Opticians 74 High Street, Forres, IV36 1PQ. Tel: 01309 675089 PHARMACIES Boots 90 High Street, Forres, IV36 1NX. Tel: 01309 673370 Clear Pharmacy 99 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA. Tel: 01309 672614
Rowlands Pharmacy 83 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA. Tel: 01309 672784 PODIATRISTS/ CHIROPODISTS Brenda Findlay 18 Tolbooth Street, Forres, IV36 1PH. Tel: 01309 696994 Varis Medical Practice Grantown Road, Forres, IV36 1JG. Tel: 0345 3371120 PHYSIOTHERAPY Annie Griffiths 26 Ferryhill, Forres, IV36 2GY. Tel: 01309 676050 POOL AND FITNESS Forres Swimming Pool & Fitness Centre Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1FG. Tel: 01309 672984 Moray Hydrotherapy Pool Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1AB. Tel: 01309 672984 VETS Moray Coast Veterinary Group The Surgery, West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW. Tel: 01309 672243
school with Bible stories, songs, games and crafts. Join us at 4.30pm on the third Sunday of each month for a contemporary style act of worship. Contact Anne Garrow (session clerk): 01309 672930.
St Leonards Church Sundays 10.30am: family service. Tea and coffee served afterwards. For any information call 01309 672380 or visit www.stleonardschurchforres.com
St John the Evangelist Scottish Episcopal Church Sundays 8am: communion. 10am: family communion. Tel: 01309 672856. Email: stjohnsforres@btinternet.c om. Website: www.stjohnsforres.wordpress.com
St Margaret’s Catholic Church Mass on Tuesday & Thursday at 10am and Sunday 10:30am. Contact Father Colin Stewart on 01343 542280
St Laurence Church Sundays 10am: family service. Tel: 01309 672260. Email: barryj.boydstlaurence@btinternet.com or visit www.stlaurencechurchforres.org.uk
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IAN MACKENZIE 3 Baillies Road, Forres, IV36 1JA Tel: 01309 767269
EXCEL SCOTLAND LTD Milton Hill, Kinloss, Forres, IV36 2UA Tel: 01343 850066 INGRAM BUILDING LTD Quarryridge, Dallas, IV36 2RW Tel: 01343 890369 JOHN GARDINER 7 Findhorn, IV36 3YE Tel: 01309 690080 NEIL MATHESON BUILDERS 37 Mannachie Road Forres IV36 2JT Tel: 07761 342759 R & F BUILDERS 59 Califer Road, Forres, IV36 1HY Tel: 01309 671346 REMAC CONSTRUCTION LTD Waterford Road, Forres, IV36 1DR Tel: 01309 674577 SPRINGFIELD Alexander Flemming House, 8 Southfield Drive, Elgin, IV30 6GR Tel: 01343 552550 BUILDERS MERCHANTS KEITH BUILDERS MERCHANTS LTD Waterford Way, Forres, IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 676444 BUILDING MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS SCOTENGINEERING 3 Granary Park, Rafford Forres IV36 2JZ Tel: 01309 671477 TEAM Q MAINTENANCE 26 Trenchard Crescent, Kinloss, IV36 3UP Tel: 01309 691333
ALAN GREEN JOINERY 3 Shieldaig Road, Forres, IV36 1FY Tel: 07709 720167 DIY WRIGHT’S HOME HARDWARE FORRES 107-111 High Street, Forres, IV36 1AA Tel: 01309 674111 ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS D.G. MCKENZIE 8 Ferry Road, Forres, IV36 2SF Tel: 01309 673222 GM RENEWABLES Unit 11, Greshop Road Forres, IV36 2GU Tel: 01309 675595 JAMES M DUGGIE & SONS 2 Fyrish Road, Findhorn, IV36 3YT Tel: 01309 690323 M J MACKINTOSH Heathfields, Rafford, IV36 2SJ Tel: 01309 674619 MICHAEL URE 16 Drumduan Road, Forres, IV36 1BS Tel: 01309 675032 PAUL JARVIS Easter Greens, Dunphail, IV36 2QR Tel: 07881 486519 THE NORTHERN LIGHTS 39 Bogton Road, Forres, IV36 1BH Tel: 01309 675703 FENCING M M FENCING LTD 8 Moy House Court, Forres, IV36 2NZ Tel: 01309 671395
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B MACARTHUR 59 Grant Drive, Forres, IV36 1FT Tel: 01309 673999
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MRD FLOORING 10 Greshop Road, Forres IV36 2GU Tel: 0309 694835 GARDENING DYKE NURSERIES Forres, IV36 2TF Tel: 01309 641362 J K GARDENCARE 27 Forbeshill, Forres, IV36 1JJ Tel: 01309 671903 JAKE FRASER GARDEN SERVICES Braemar, Forres, IV36 2RT Tel: 01309 674202 MACKENZIE & CRUICKSHANK LTD 1 West Rd, Forres IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 696940 HANDYMAN DITTMAR - YOUR HANDYMAN Tel: 07900 846937 HANDYMAN TO KNOW 29 Ryvoan Place, Forres, IV36 1FX Tel: 07523 254123 IAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE Main Street, Urquhart Tel: 01343 842761 NEED A MAN THAT CAN Todholes Farm, Forres, IV36 2RW Tel: 01343 890241 TONY HARTLEY HANDYMAN & GARDENING SERVICES Forres, IV36 2TW Tel: 01309 641693
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JOINERS ALLAN CORMACK JOINERS & BUILDING CONTRACTORS Allheagar, Mannachie Road, Forres, IV36 2JT Tel: 01309 675391
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HIGHLAND LANDSCAPE DESIGN LTD Morven, Caroline Street, Forres, IV36 1AN Tel: 01309 692005
C & S AMES TAPERS 24 Ferryhill, Forres, IV36 2GY Tel: 01309 676348
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DAVID STEPHEN 134 Anderson Crescent, Forres, IV36 1NE Tel: 01309 676686 G COOPER 68 Anderson Crescent, Forres, IV36 1ND Tel: 01309 671124 IAN FRASER 11 Ferry Road, Forres, IV36 2SF Tel: 01309 675191 KEVIN MILNE Cooperhill Farmhouse, Forres, IV36 2TU Tel: 01309 641652 NJ STABLES 1 Macbeth Road, Forres, IV36 1HS Tel: 01309 675044
MORAY CAR & COMMERCIALS Waterford Industrial Estate, Waterford Road, Forres, IV36 3EE Tel: 01309 672828 WILMAC GARAGE LTD 5 Greshop Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GU Tel: 01309 694838
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ROOF WIZARD 2 Inverugie Farm Cottage Hopeman IV30 5YB Tel: 01343 830693 PLUMBING & HEATING CHRISTIE HEATING & PLUMBING 5 Bracany Park, Fogwatt, IV30 8FJ Tel: 007733 228702 D MACKINTOSH Struan, Alexandra Terrace, Forres, IV36 1DL Tel: 01309 674492 DAVID O’DRISCOLL 41 Bogton Road, Forres, IV36 1BH Tel: 01309 672063
RENNIE FABRICATION 2 Waterford Circle, Waterford Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 3EF Tel: 01309 676874
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KINLOSS GARAGE Seapark Road, Kinloss, IV36 3TJ Tel: 01309 690539 MICHAEL ADAM MOTOR ENGINEER The Workshop, Waterford Road Industrial Estate, I V36 3EE Tel: 01309 671722
H. W. MOORE LTD 45 Mannachie Grove, Forres, IV36 2WE Tel: 01309 672105
R.T. ROOFING 30 Bogton Road, Forres, IV36 1BH Tel: 01309 696931 S & J ROOFING SERVICES 44 Macdonald Drive, Forres, IV36 1NG Tel: 01309 671162 FABRICATION A J ENGINEERING West Road, Forres, IV36 2GW Tel: 01309 671919
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Schools PRE-SCHOOLS
Noah’s Ark Daycare Nursery Schools
Dyke Pre-School
Balnageith Road, Forres, IV36 2SX Tel: 01309 672296
Orchard Road, Forres, IV36 1PJ. Contact: Mrs Lesley Meehan, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 672367
Peek-A-Boo Creche (Kinloss)
Dallas Primary
Meets at Dyke Village Hall in the morning and afternoon. Funded places for 3-5 year olds. There is also a 2-3 Club. Contact Trisha Goodall: 07816 197766
Hop, Skip And Jump Nursery Meets at Russell place, Forres. Pre-school group, ante preschool group and 2-3 Club. Contact 01309 673668 during nursery hours, Mon-Fri 9am2:30pm
Drop-in creche for all Moray children. Places can be booked in advance. Contact Susan Whittaker-Smith: 01309 691442
Applegrove Primary
Dallas, IV36 2SA. Contact: Mrs Mairi Grant, Head Teacher Tel: 01343 890206
Dyke Primary
SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Pilmuir Road, Forres, IV36 1HD. Tel: 01309 673034
Dyke, IV36 2TF. Contact: Mr Stephen Simpson, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 641275
Forres Academy
Kinloss Daycare Centre
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Kinloss Primary
The Ben Centre, Burghead Road, Kinloss, Forres, IV36 3SX. Tel: 01309 690744
Pre-5 centre, Scout Hall, Bank Lane, Forres, IV36 1NU. Tel: 07785 267032
Burghead Road, Kinloss, IV36 3SX. Contact: Mr Robert Hair, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 690376
Kinloss Pre-School Nursery
Rainbow Childcare & Education Ltd Nursery Schools
Burghead Road, Kinloss, IV36 3SX. Tel: 01309 690376
Pilmuir Primary Nursery
Little Crook, Forres, IV36 1LN. Tel: 01309 672111
Moray Steiner Kindergarten Drumduan House, Clovenside Road, Forres, IV36 2RD. Tel: 01309 676300
Logie Primary Dunphail, Forres, IV36 2QG. Contact: Mrs Helen Douglas, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 611258
PRIMARY SCHOOLS Moray Steiner School Alves Primary School 1 Main Road, Alves IV30 8UR Contact: Mr James McLeman, Head Teacher Tel: 01343 850247
Drumduan House, Clovenside Road, Forres, IV36 2RD. Contact: Clare Waddington, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 676300
Pilmuir Primary Anderson’s Primary High Street, Forres, IV36 1DB. Contact: Mrs Maureen Mooney, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 672887
Pilmuir Road, Forres, IV36 1HD. Contact: Mr Leslie Tulloch, Acting Head Teacher Tel: 01309 673034
Burdsyard Road, Forres, IV36 1FG. Contact: Carol Stuart, Head Teacher Tel: 01309 672271
Drumduan Upper School Clovenside Road, Forres, IV36 2RD. Contact: Krzysztof Zajaczkowski, Principal Teacher Tel: 01309 691214
CAREERS ADVICE Advice, information and guidance in career options. Nairn Community Centre King Street, Nairn, IV12 4BQ. Tuesdays only: 9:15am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-4pm
Careers Advice, Elgin 7 Commerce Street, Elgin, IV30 1BS. Mon, Tues, Thurs: 9am-5pm. Wed: 10am-5pm. Fri: 9am-4:30pm
Forres Area School Dates - (Moray Council Schools) for 2015/2016 (all dates inclusive) May Day Holiday Mon 2nd May 2016 In-Service Day Thurs 19th May 2016 In-Service Day Fri 20th May 2016 Summer Term Ends Thurs 30th Jun 2016 Summer Holiday Starts Fri 1st Jul 2016 for 2016/2017 (all dates inclusive) Summer Holiday Ends Fri 12th Aug 2016 In-Service Day Mon 15th Aug 2016 Autumn Term Starts Tues 16th Aug 2016 Autumn Term Ends Fri 7th Oct 2016 Autumn Holiday Starts Mon 10th Oct 2016 Autumn Holiday Ends Fri 21st Oct 2016
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Queen Victoria School Raising to Distinction Open Morning Sat 17 Sept 2016 Admissions Deadline Sun 15 Jan 2017 Queen Victoria School in Dunblane is a co-educational boarding school for the children of UK Armed Forces personnel who are Scottish, or who have served in Scotland or who have been members of a Scottish regiment. The QVS experience encourages and develops well-rounded, environment of stability and continuity. The main entry point is into Primary 7 and all places are fully funded for tuition and boarding by the Ministry of Defence. more by contacting Admissions on +44 (0) 131 310 2927 to arrange a visit.
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Local holidays Forres Local & Bank Holidays and Special Days Early May Bank Holiday Local Holiday
Mon 2nd May 2016 Mon 6th Jun 2016
New Year’s Eve
Sat 31st Dec 2016
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Father’s Day
Sun 19th Jun 2016
New Year’s Day
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Local Holiday
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Burns Night
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Summer Bank Holiday
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Shrove Tuesday
Tues 28th Feb 2017
Local Holiday
Mon 19th Sep 2016
Ash Wednesday
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Local Holiday
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Valentine’s Day
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British Summertime Ends
Sun 30th Oct 2016
Mothering Sunday
Sun 26th Mar 2017
Halloween
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British Summertime Starts
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Bonfire Night
Sat 5th Nov 2016
Sun 1st Jan 2017
April Fool’s Day
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Remembrance Sunday
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St Andrew’s Day
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Maundy Thursday
Shortest Day
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Good Friday
Christmas Day
Sun 25th Dec 2016
Easter Sunday
Sun 16th Apr 2017
Boxing Day
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Local Holiday
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Easter Monday
Mon 17th Apr 2017
Boxing Day (substitute day) Tues 27th Dec 2016
Palm Sunday
Sun 9th Apr 2017 Thurs 13th Apr 2017 Fri 14th Apr 2017
Community Councils & Useful Numbers DYKE LANDWARD COMMUNITY COUNCIL
FORRES COMMUNITY COUNCIL
FINDHORN & KINLOSS COMMUNITY COUNCIL
Chair: Mrs Carol Shaw Secretary: Mrs Christine MacLeod Venue: Dyke Village Hall Frequency: 1st Wednesday each month Time: 7:30pm Areas Covered: Dyke, Conicavel, Culbin,
Chair: Mr Stewart Noble Secretary: Mrs Eleanor Hayward Venue: The Tolbooth, High, Street, Forres Frequency: 3rd Thursday every month Time: 7pm Areas covered: Forres, Mundole,
Chair: Mr Les Morgan Secretary: Mrs Jen O'Hagan Frequency: Last Thursday every month
Moy, Brodie, Kintessack, Earlsmill, Whitemire, Dounduff
Mannachie, Sanquhar, Knockomie, Chapelton, Balnageith, Invererne, Waterford, Seafield, Hillhead, Netherton, Lochyhill, Springfield, Forres Enterprise Park
(excl July & Dec) Time: 7pm
Area Covered: Findhorn, Kinloss, Mill of Grange, Milton of Grange, East Grange, Cassieford, Kinloss Barracks, Seapark, Woodside, Newton of Struthers, Cassieford, Hatton, Damhead, Muirhead, Milton Brodie, Miltonhall
To find more information or to view minutes of meetings, visit the Community Councils section of the Moray Council website.
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Inverness Airport .......................................(01667) 464000
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James Milne Institute (Findhorn) ............(01309) 692365
Forres House Community Centre ............(01309) 672838
Rafford District Hall ..................................(01309) 674583
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Big Heritage Party d to 26th June 2016 22n 5 days of events and festivities culminating in the Figgat fair on Sunday 26th June. The "Fiddler of Strathspey” festival and the Highland Pemiere of “The River”; Costumed Events, Georgian Ball, Regality Procession, Street Carnival, and much more. Many events FREE. For details call 07709 270044 or email: info@grantown250.org
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Calendar May 1 Sunday Buckie Summer Show 7.30am - 5pm at Cluny Square, Buckie. Six Harbour Walk (7.30am start!!), Classic Car and Tractor Show, fairs, stalls, music, fun. www.facebook.com/buckiesu mmershow/timeline
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June cont.
your friends. World Whisky day celebrates all types of whisky/whiskey and encourages everyone to enjoy whisky responsibly - it’s all about making whisky fun and enjoyable. www.worldwhiskyday.com
enjoy the catering facilities on site. Motorfun is a celebration of all the fundraising by Elgin Rotary Club that is supported by the local communtiy throughout the year. Held every two years, alternating with Marafun, raising well over half a million pounds through the hard work and generous sponsorship of local people and businesses. www.elginrotary.co.uk
22 Sunday TBC Blackhills Estate Gardens Open The garden, which covers about sixty acres, is planted in two steep sided glacial valleys which connect to form a letter C. These sheltered valleys possess a microclimate which allows the growing of many plants which are normally considered too tender to be grown on the East coast of Scotland. The plan is to open Blackhills Garden this year in aid of a local charity that introduces children to traditional music. www.blackhills.co.uk
15 Sunday Gordon Castle Highland Games and Country Fair from 10am Gordon Castle, Fochabers, IV32 7PQ. Competitions, Highland Games Arena, Music, Song and Dance, Food Court and Fun for Children Tel: Jennifer Kelly on 07500 879687 www.gordoncastlehighlandga mes.co.uk
21 Saturday
The 18th Nairnshire Challenge A 30-mile duathlon (12.3 miles on foot, 17.7 miles on bike) covering the length of Nairnshire from the highest, most southern point to the most northern point by the sea. nairnshirechallenge.co.uk
28 Saturday Laggan 10k Road Race and 1 Mile Fun Run From Laggan Village Hall, with spectacular scenery along the road to the beautiful Corrieyairack pass. Tel: 01528 544 796 www.laggan.com
June 3 Saturday - 4 Sunday Brew at the Bog Bogbain Farm nr. Inverness Scotland’s best new music festival full of emerging musical talent, craft beer and street food. www.brewatthebog.com
5 Sunday
World Whisky Day 2016
Elgin Rotary Club Motorfun - Show n Shine
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12pm – 5pm, Cooper Park, Elgin. Family fun day out. Stalls, exhibits, displays, It’s a Knockout competition, Classic & Performance cars. To celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday - enjoy a “Picnic in the Park”. Bring your own or
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The Scottish Bikeathon 10.30am in and around centre of Kingussie. 26 mile cycle through stunning scenery raising money for Chest,Heart and Sroke Scotland. All riders receive a t-shirt and medal for taking part. paul.corrigan@chss.org.uk cyclefriendlykingussie.org
10 Friday - 12 Sunday 41st TMSA Keith Festival A great weekend of music, dance and song. Tel: Sandy McCombie on 01542 882638 or Wilma Murdoch on 01542 887362 Email: keithfestival@gmail.com for more details.
June cont. 22 Wednesday - 26 Sunday Grantown 250 Following on from the success of Grantown’s 250th birthday last year, Grantown hosts another week of diverse events, the planning for which has already begun. grantown250.org
25 Saturday Piping Hot European Pipe Band Championships Grant Park, Forres Over 100 pipe bands from all over Europe will compete to become European Champions in their grade. Local producers will be showcasing their wares and a funfair will add to the entertainment. www.pipingattforres.com
25 Saturday - 26 Sunday Scottish Traditional Boat Festival in Portsoy 9am - 5pm. Dance, music, crafts and the best regional food and drink all in the beautiful natural setting of Portsoy Harbour. Tel: 01261 842951 E: contact@stbfportsoy.com www.stbfportsoy.com
11 Saturday - 12 Sunday Burgie International Horse Trials 9am - 5pm Burgie House, by Forres. Tel: 01343 850128 Email: secretary@burgie.org www.burgie.org
16 Thursday - 26 Sunday Moray Walking Festival Scotland’s Midsummer Walking Festival with walks, events and activities for all ages and abilities. moraywlkingfestival.co.uk
July
2 Saturday - 9 Saturday Seafest Week Station Park, East Esplanade, Lossiemouth, IV31 6NR. Arts, culture and heritage, exhibitions, festivals, food and drink, outdoor activities, sailing and marine. www.facebook.com/morayse afest/
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July cont.
July cont.
7 Thursday - 10 Sunday
Laid back and relaxed festival held right on the beach, watch the sunset while listening to wonderful live music. Free event. Phone: 01343 813164 www.lossiefolkclub.co.uk
Phone: 01540 673348. knockmalloch@onetel.com www.newtonmorehighlandga mes.co.uk
16 Saturday – 23 Saturday
3 Wednesday
Hopeman Gala
4pm - 10pm. Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord, Ross-Shire, IV6 7RS. www.blackisleshow.info
Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open Golf Tournament This year’s European Tour event is to be played at Castle Stuart Golf Links near Inverness. www.aamscottishopen.com
9 Saturday Forres Highland Games 12.30pm-5.30pm Grant Park, Victoria Road, Forres. Traditional Highland Games with massed pipe bands, tug o” war, heavy events, highland dancing, grass cycling, and a road race, etc. Tel: 01309 673289. forreshighlandgames.com
16 Saturday Inverness Highland Games 11am - 6pm. Bught Park, Inverness. Traditional Highland Games plus the Forge Gym Strong Woman event and another attempt at the legendary Stonemason’s Stone. invernesshighlandgames.com
Tomintoul Highland Games - The Friendly Games 11am - 5.30pm. One of Scotland's longest running Highland Games, showcasing traditional heavy and light events, highland dancing, piping competitions and lesser known entertainments like tilt the bucket and barrel racing. tomintoulhighlandgames.co.uk
16 Saturday - 17 Sunday Lossiemouth Folk Festival Beach Bar, Commerce Street, Lossiemouth
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A week long family event with something for everyone. www.hopemangala.co.uk
August Black Isle Horse Show
August cont. 7 Sunday - 8 Monday Keith Country Show Renowned for being one of Scotland’s best and friendliest shows, starts at 8am both days, closes 6pm on Sunday and 5pm on Monday. Outside stands and inside stands in Craft, Lifestyle & Food Fayre Marquees Phone: 07816 316559 www.keithshow.org.uk
11 Thursday 18 Saturday – 25 Saturday
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Grantown Show
Black Isle Show
Hopeman Gala
8am - 7pm. Mannsfield Showground, Muir of Ord, Ross-Shire, IV6 7RS. www.blackisleshow.info
8am-5pm. Heathfield Park, Grantown-on-Spey PH26 3HX. Agricultural show, trade stands, pageant and evening dance Phone: 01343 551113 Email: grantownshow@ btinternet.com
A week long family event with something for everyone. www.hopemangala.co.uk
29 July - 31 July Speyfest Fochabers. Now in its 21st year, enjoy the best in traditional and contemporary Celtic music. www.speyfest.com
30 Saturday Dufftown Highland Games 11am - 5pm. Held on the last Saturday in July since 1892, full programme of all light and heavy events, afternoon teas and beer tent. dufftownhighlandgames.com
4 Thursday – 6 Saturday Belladrum Festival Belladrum Estate, Beauly. Family events. Over 90 acts across 5 stages. Phone: 01463 741366 www.tartanheartfestival.co.uk
5 Friday – 6 Saturday Highland Field Sports Fair 10am -6pm. Moy, Invernessshire. Entertainment and activities for all the family with an emphasis on field sports. Phone: 01808 521466 www:moyfieldsportsfair.co.uk
Nairn Show 10am, Kinnudie Farm, Auldearn. Livestock exhibitions, Craft Fair, Trade Stands, Show Jumping and much more. Phone: 01667 455214 Email: secretary@nairnshow.org.uk www.nairnshow.org.uk
Newtonmore Highland Games 10.30am-5pm The Elian, Newtonmore
6 Saturday Aberlour Strathspey Highland Games 1pm-5,30pm. High School Playing Fields, Aberlour. Highland dancing starts at 11am, all other events start 1pm Phone: 01340 810844 www.aboutaberlour.co.uk/the -aberlour-strathspeyhighland-games/
Ballater Highland Games Monaltrie Park, Ballater, AB35 5RZ. Held every year since 1864, heavy events, hill race and pipe bands Phone 013397 56224 ballaterhighlandgames.com
13 Saturday Abernethy Highland Games Nethy Bridge, Inverness-shire PH25 3DA. Gates open at 8.30am with Highland Dancing competitions starting at 10am and at 10.30am the adults and kids events get going. The day ends at approximately 5pm. The Games also play host to the annual Clan Grant Gathering. www.nethybridge.com/highla ndgames
Strathpeffer Highland Gathering 1pm to 5.30pm Castle Leod, Strathpeffer, Ross-shire.
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August cont.
Phone 01997 423340 Email: strathpefferhighlandgathering @gmail.com www: strathpeffervillage.org.uk
at 9am - a bus will leave Buckie at 7.45am. www.speysidewayrace.co.uk
14 Sunday Speyside Kiltwalk Sponsored walking event for all ages to raise funds for Scottish children’s charities. With three distances to choose from there’s a walk for everyone! Arguably the toughest of all Kiltwalk’s, Speyside is no mean feat but those who dare will be treated to some of Scotland’s most beautiful scenery. Email: contactus@thekiltwalk.co.uk www.thekiltwalk.co.uk
20 Saturday The Nairn Royal Brackla Highland Games 11.30am - 5pm. The Links, Marine Rd. Traditional Highland Games with many activities and entertainment, including Highland dancing, pipe contests, heavy events and track and field. Tel: 01667 452422. Email: info@nairnhighlandgames.co.uk www.nairnhighlandgames.co.uk
20 Saturday The Elgin Food and Drink Festival The Plainstones, Elgin. Cookery demos, giant street market, kids entertainment something for everyone.
September cont. 3 Saturday
8 Saturday
Braemar Highland Gathering
23rd Annual Golden Spurtle™ World Porridge Making Championship
9.30am - 5pm. Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park, Braemar. Traditional Highland gathering and sports events, attended by members of the Royal Family. www.braemargathering.org/
26 Friday – 29 Monday
21 Wednesday - 26 Monday
Tomintoul and Glenlivet Walking Festival 2016
Findhorn Bay Festival
Some spectacular walks and cycling in the Cairngorm National Park. A dedicated team has been working to provide a full range of walks and social events. www.tgwf.co.uk
30 Tuesday – 4 September Nairn Book and Arts Festival The festival offers literary talks, musical performance, drama and art exhibitions to the Highlands of Scotland. Email:enquiries@nairnfestival. co.uk www.nairnfestival.co.uk
September 3 Saturday
7th Speyside Way Race
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The Speyside Way Race Ultra Marathon returned to the Scottish Ultra calendar in 2010. The original route finished at the coast village of Spey Bay, but the reincarniated event now continues on to the end of the Speyside Way in Buckie town centre, making it a 36.5 mile ultra event. Registration takes place in Buckie Community High School, which is near the finish. Starts in Ballindalloch
On the village sports field. Top chainsaw carvers both from the UK and around the world, including entries from the USA and Europe will compete for the magnificent Claymore trophy and prize money. A day of family events including live music, activities, games, stalls and food & drink. Phone: 07771 914598 Email: info@carvecarrbridge.com www.carvecarrbridge.com
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Bi-ennial festival is a spectacular six day celebration of arts and culture. www.findhornbayarts.com/f...
Takes place in the Scottish Highland village of Carrbridge in Cairngorms National Park. The event draws competitors from around the globe to compete for the coveted Golden Spurtle trophy and title of “World Porridge Making Champion”. It also celebrates the diversity of porridge through a speciality section. www.goldenspurtle.com
Mid October Moray Feelgood Festival
23 Friday - 26 Monday Autumn Speyside Whisky Festival Throughout the Festival several distillieries that are not normally open to the public invite whisky enthusiasts to tour their facilities and sample their products. www.spiritofspeyside.com
TBC Glen Moray Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K Starts and finishes at Glen Moray Distillery, Elgin. www.forresharriers.org.uk
Moray’s contribution to the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival. www.morayfeelgoodfestival.co.uk
November Early Nov Bonfires & Fireworks Cooper Park, Elgin and Grant Park, Forres, etc. Check local press for details.
December Christmas Eve Torch light procession
25 Sunday Baxters Loch Ness Marathon & Festival of Running 10am. The route begins in an atmospheric location and continues through breathtaking scenery, taking you along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, across the River Ness, and into the centre of Inverness, capital city of the Highlands. www.lochnessmarathon.com
through the streets of Aviemore complete with Santa and his reindeers.
26 Saturday Burghead Boxing Day Swim Burghead Harbour This event has been running for years and has raised vast amounts for a variety of charities. Phone: 01343 835457 www.burgheadboxingdayswi m.co.uk
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The Nairn Road Runners Turkey Trot 11am. Held every Boxing Day, and this year it starts and finishes at the Maggot Sports Ground in Nairn. It is a great way to burn off all those extra calories from Christmas Day. Registration and refreshments will be Nairn Dunbar Golf Club. This is a predicted time run and no timekeeping devices to be used. Prizes will be awarded for the best fancy dress runner. www.nairnroadrunners.co.uk
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February
December cont.
2 Thursday - 6 Monday Food on Film Festival, Kingussie
Badenoch and Strathspey Music Festival
A feast of local food, celebrity chefs, short films, documentaries and features to make you laugh, make you think and make you hungry! www.kingussiefoodonfilm.co.uk
Promotes the development and enjoyment of music, speech, drama and dance across all age groups within the area and from further afield. Competitions take place over five days during March each year.
25 Saturday - 8 March
Nip Scotland
Inverness Music Festival
Drumrossie
Competitive music festival open to all ages and abilities. Closing dates for entries is 20th November 2016. For info call 01463 716616 or office@invernessmusicfestival .org
NIP is Scotland’s annual festival of great whiskies, craft gins and a splash of craic for good measure. Events across the city of Inverness, with the final day at Bogbain Farm. For info email Yvonne at yvonne@mnt77.events
January
April
March TBC
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Aviemore Dog Sled Race Two day timed trials organized by the Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain. The race is run on forest trails around the beautiful Loch Morlich, in the shadow of the Cairngorm mountains. www.siberianhuskyclub.org.uk.
11 Monday Burning of the Clavie Burghead 6pm. Every Jan crowds of people come to Burghead to celebrate the beginning of the New Year. The Clavie is a handmade barrel filled with timber and tar. It is set alight and paraded through the streets of the town. Pieces of charred wood are handed out by the Clavie King and his crew, who are all men from Burghead itself. The Burning of the Clavie is a local, ancient 1,600-year custom well worth seeing. www.burghead.com
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4 Saturday Inverness Annual Fiddlers’ Rally Over 100 musicians on stage for this spetacular Scottish event, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Inverness Fiddlers. Empire Theatre, Eden Court, Inverness. For info call 01463 234234 or www.eden-court.co.uk.
Bandstand Beer & Music Festival Crescent Road, Nairn. Largest independent beer festival in the Highlands. 140+ different ales to choose from, live music and great food throughout. www.braevalhotel.co.uk
April cont. Photofest 2017 Abernethy Old Kirk, Nethy Bridge, PH25 3ED. An eclectic mix of inspiring photographs.Tea / coffee / home-baking. also secondhand books / tombola. Free entry and free parking. call 07934 413063
Daffodil Walks @ Brodie Castle 10.30am - 4pm Guided walks allow you to see these magnificent flowers in bloom. Entry: £3 per head www.nts.org.uk
Spirit of Speyside Festival An annual celebration of Scotland’s national drink. A wide range of whisky- inspired events including distillery visits, tastings and the new music event, the Spirit of Speyside Sessions Tel: 07789 671635 www.spiritofspeyside.com
Gordonstoun Junior Highland Games 11am - 5pm. Junior Sports Grounds, Gordonstoun, Elgin. juniorhighlandgames,co.uk
There are many venues throughout Moray & the Highlands who have a year round calendar of events, have a look at the following sites for a huge choice of interesting days out.
TBC Inverness Half Marathon and 5K Fun Run A popular race that attracts celebrities and professional runners, as well as thousands of keen amateurs. The race starts on Bught Road and continues parallel to the RIver Ness. For info call Malcolm Sutherland, Race Director on 0844 875 1411 or info@invernesshalfmarathon.c o.uk.
www.wdcs.org (Scottish Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society) www.filmforres.co.uk www.ironworksvenue.com www.findhorn.org/universal-hall www.eden-court.co.uk www.thisismoray.com www.strathpefferpavilion.org www.nts.org.uk (National Trust Scotland) www.morayartcentre.org www.whatshappeningon.com www.outfitmoray.com www.crerarhotels.com/EightAcres www.portgordonharbour.org
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