Rothiemurchus Falconry near Aviemore From 1st July 2022, a new and exciting falconry-based activity opens on Rothiemurchus! Come and fly a selection of majestic birds of prey with Rothiemurchus Falconry, near Aviemore. This family-friendly activity is a must for anyone wanting a truly unique experience. Run by husband-and-wife team, Jonny and Daisy Ames (with… Read more »
Meet Jon, Instructor at the Rothiemurchus Clay Shooting Ground I have been shooting since I was a teenager. Growing up in Cheshire, I regularly visited this area on family holidays and moved here in 1990. A long-time member of Rothiemurchus shooting club before joining as an instructor, I am passionate about introducing beginners to… Read more »
Our new TMR feeder at the Farm By Grant Mackenzie, Farmer, Rothiemurchus Farm Here at Rothiemurchus Farm we are always looking at ways to improve our practices and continue to work alongside our delicate environment. Recently we introduced a TMR (total mixed ration) feeding system to our cattle which means I now have complete control of… Read more »
Meet our newest Ranger recruit, Shona Our newest Ranger recruit, Shona Keith, has been working in visitor roles at Rothiemurchus for almost eight years, and is currently studying a Countryside and Environment diploma, supported by Lantras Scotland’s Women in the Rural Economy Training Fund. Shona works three days per week within the Farm Shop,… Read more »
Great Glen specialise in producing charcuterie using only wild Scottish venison and we’re very lucky to sell their wonderful produce in our Farm Shop.
Meet our Head Ranger, Ollie Mackay If you’ve visited us in the last few months, you may recognise our new Head Ranger, Ollie Mackay, who took over the role in June. In 2019 Ollie was on student placement here from Harper Adams University in Shropshire where he was completing a countryside and environmental management degree…. Read more »
Rothiemurchus Farm Shop near Aviemore champions Scottish and local producers with an exciting new range of food and drink for Autumn Autumn has arrived on Rothiemurchus, and at the Farm Shop, that means a new season of tasty produce. Through the summer we’ve been sourcing and tasting lots of incredible new food and drink and… Read more »
Keeping an eye out keeps fire out NO FIRES (however small!) We have had an extraordinarily dry few weeks this Easter. Lack of rain, coupled with high temperatures and strong winds mean that we are only one misplaced BBQ, a casually tossed aside cigarette or one careless campfire away from a forest or moorland fire… Read more »
You cannot help but be mesmerised to the skies during March to September. For many that is simply longing for the sun to break through the cloud but for others it is the chance of seeing the Ospreys pass above as they search from height for their next prey. The BBC series “Highlands: Scotland’s Wild… Read more »
Top 5 things to do in Aviemore in the snow Whatever the weather there’s always something to do at Rothiemurchus, a year-round playground just 5 minutes from Aviemore we offer a variety of activities suitable for the whole family. With winter fast approaching and snow on the forecast in the Cairngorms this weekend, now is… Read more »
