The
Cross recommends Rothiemurchus for its range and quality of
activities...please click on the link below to make a booking.
"Rothiemurchus
is
one of the glories of wild Scotland "
Sir
David Attenborough
Rothiemurchus
is a superb Highland Estate located just 5 minutes from Aviemore,
only 20 minutes from The Cross, and is set at the heart of
the Cairngorms National Park . With an excellent reputation
and over 30 different activities available for groups, families,
couples or individuals it is regarded by many as one of the
finest outdoor recreation centres in Scotland.
This
fantastic place presents a unique blend of stunning landscapes,
wonderful wildlife, exciting outdoor activities and superb
shopping in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
Huge
range of activities ...
Set
in breathtaking surroundings comprising beautiful lochs, rivers,
moorland and forest you can enjoy activities such as; Hand-feeding
the Deer, Canoeing on Loch An Eilein around the mystical castle,
Quad Bike Trekking, Safaris on Foot or by Land Rover, Pony
Trekking, Archery, Clay Shooting, Fly-fishing Lessons and
many more superb activities all with fully qualified instructors
and lots of fun to be had by all.
......and
many more!
Farm
Shop & Deli, Card & Gift Shops...
The
Farm Shop & Deli offer an opportunity to buy some of the
produce featured on menus at The Cross; mouth-watering Rothiemurchus
Highland Beef, flavoursome Sausages, traditional Haggis, velvety
forest Venison and fresh rainbow Trout, all ‘home reared'
on the Estate, plus a range of Farmhouse cheeses, home cooked
products, preserves, honeys and other tempting treats. The
gift and card shops are also brimming with some delightful
items for all ages.
Visit
the website or call 01479
812345
Highland
Activities...
Located
in the opposite direction to Rothiemurchus, at Kinloch Laggan
on the road to Fort William, we can also suggest Highland
Activities. They are a modern outdoor adventure
centre offering quality outdoor activities including quad
biking, white water rafting, canyoning & gorge walking,
clay pigeon shooting, off road driving, paintballing, archery
and mountain biking for groups, individuals and corporate
events. They are based on Ardverikie Estate in the Scottish
Highlands, home to the Monarch of the Glen T.V. series.
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Wildlife
There’s
an abundance of wildlife to see in the area – and you
don’t have to stray far to see it either! The Cross
is home to several red squirrels, and deer, dippers, woodpeckers,
herons, treecreepers and woodcock have all been seen from
our windows this year. For excellent guided experiences contact
Speyside Wildlife - www.speysidewildlife.co.uk
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Walking
and Climbing
Within
the Park you’ll be spoilt for choice with a range of
walks and climbs to suit all ages and abilities. There are
no fewer than 46 Munros alone to entice the keen climber!
There
are numerous short walks around Kingussie, and worth exploring
is the Wildcat Trail which is 3 miles to the south around
the village of Newtonmore – www.newtonmore.com
We
can suggest walks and lend maps.
Kingussie
is on the Badenoch Way, and close to access for the longer
Speyside Way. For further information -
We
thoroughly recommend www.cairngormslivingwalks.com
for a comprehensive guide to local walks:
And
www.walkhighlands.co.uk
Other
walkers' resources:
www.walkingwild.com
www.aviemorewalking.com
Aviemore
also has an indoor climbing wall - ideal for novices or poor
weather. Courses and taster sessions available.
Details
on www.extreme-dream.com |
The
late and great Eric Langmuir, friend, author of the
mountaineer's bible, "Mountaincraft and Leadership",
and world authority on avalanches. See www.sais.gov.uk
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Fishing
and Shooting
Both
fishing and shooting are available at Rothiemurchus and at
Alvie Estate – www.alvie-estate.co.uk
Both
estates also offer 4x4 and quad-biking.
For
local fishing, including the famous River Spey - Permits are
available from many local outlets or from Badenoch Angling
Association by contacting Sandy Bennett (01540-661645).
For
comprehensive information, visit : www.fishspey.co.uk
Or
why not hire your own gillie for a day's fishing and expert
tuition? Contact www.speygillie.co.uk
for more information.
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Wintersports
Ski-ing,
snowboarding and other winter pursuits are offered on Cairngorm
(less than 30 minutes from The Cross). Equipment hire is available
in Kingussie, Newtonmore, Aviemore. Instruction can be arranged,
including dry slopes in the area.
For
current information on mountain conditions, events, and facilities:
www.cairngormmountain.com
To
buy tip-top equipment, go to:
The
UK's premier ski school and the only official ski school based
on Cairngorm Mountain: www.theskischool.co.uk
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