Local Attractions
Glenlivet and the Cairngorms, Glenlivet Estate Office, Main
Street, Tomintoul, AB37 9ET. Escape to Glenlivet and enjoy a sense of
open space, peace and freedom that is hard to find elsewhere. A wide range of
quality accommodation is available to suit all budgets and tastes. Whether you
choose a luxury hotel, farmhouse bed and breakfast, a self-catering holiday
cottage, or a hostel, you are sure to find a warm Scottish welcome in Glenlivet
and Tomintoul. A hundred miles of waymarked trails offer superb walking
opportunities for all abilities. Wildlife is abundant. Over one hundred species
of bird can be seen here and almost all species of Scottish mammal are
resident. The wide open spaces of Glenlivet also provide an ideal opportunity
to get active. Horse riding, fishing, clay pigeon shooting and skiing are just
a few of the pastimes that can be enjoyed on the Estate. Glenlivet is situated
in the very heart of Spey side's Malt Whisky country, where visitors can
discover the fascinating history and production methods of Scotland's most
famous export. Tel: 01479 870070.
WWW:
www.highland-holidays-scotland.co.uk
- Auchindoun
Castle The castle, which stands within the ramparts of an Iron Age hill
fort, was built for John, earl of Mar, in the 15th century. 2m South of
Dufftown on the A941.
- Balvenie Castle Remains of a medieval castle on the southern
edge of Dufftown. (Undiscovered Scotland Feature Page)
- Cardow
Distillery Distillery and visitor centre in Spey Valley.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Cornhill Highland
Games Held in Cornhill Playing Field, Cornhill, Aberdeenshire always on the
1st Saturday of June.
- Glenfiddich Distillery Distillery and visitor centre on
southern edge of Dufftown.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Huntly
Castle Remains of a fine castle on the north side of Huntly.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- The Glenlivet
Estate Enjoy excellent walking, cycling, horse riding and skiing on an
extensive network of waymarked trails, or find solitude and a wonderful sense
of peace, quiet and open space here.
- Knockando Church A very attractive modern church.
(Undiscovered
Scotland Feature Page)
- Leith Hall A
typical Scottish laird’s residence brimming with family treasures, set in
286 acres of scenic estate containing 6 acres of wonderful garden. Huntly AB54
4NQ.
- The Macallan Single
Highland Malt Scotch Whisky. Visitor Centre, Easter Elchies, Craigellachie,
AB38 9RX.
- North East Falconry
Centre Visitor Centre open Easter to October 7 days from 10.30am to 5.30pm.
Broadland, Cairnie, Huntly, AB54 4UU.
- Picardy
Symbol Stone One of the oldest, simplest, Pictish symbol stones, possibly
of 7th-century date. 8m S of Huntly off the A96 to Raes of Inch.
- Troup Head
RSPB Reserve Troup Head is one of only two mainland gannet colonies in the
UK and the only one in Scotland. Nearest town: Fraserburgh.
