Four Rothiemurchus cows are learning to associate the sound of music with a virtual fence to help improve the health of the forest. The forest and the animals and plants that call the forest home evolved in a time when animals such as aurochs grazed the forest floor. Through most of the last millenium cattle… Read more »
High Fire Risk Across Rothiemurchus and the Cairngorms National Park We need your help! High Fire Risk Rothiemurchus and the whole of the Cairngorms National Park are facing an extremely high fire risk due to a prolonged spell of dry weather. The consequences of a wildfire can be devastating, endangering wildlife, destroying habitats, homes, businesses,… Read more »
Rothiemurchus Falconry Display, near Aviemore We’ve just added another feather to our cap of attractions! The Rothiemurchus Falconry Centre is introducing an awe-inspiring new activity that is set to captivate visitors of all ages. Get ready to be spellbound by the Rothiemurchus Falconry Display, where the ancient art of falconry meets modern-day excitement. In this… Read more »
Rothiemurchus Fishing near Aviemore We are delighted that Rothiemurchus Fishing near Aviemore is open for the 2023 season! Rothiemurchus Fishing is open Thursday to Monday (closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays) from 9.30am – 5pm. Rothiemurchus Fishing is set in spectacular surroundings with dramatic views of the Cairngorm Mountains. We offer Bait Loch Fishing, with tackle… Read more »
Rothiemurchus Farming Year 2022’s mild winter meant an early sowing of crops and a successful spring calving for both the Highlands and the crossbreed herds. Construction of a new cattle shed was completed in July and it is now home to 80 calves! By providing a winter home for our spring-born crossbreed calves they can… Read more »
Capturing Carbon: harnessing the power of natural regeneration In our continual effort to reduce carbon emissions across Rothiemurchus estate, we are using some innovative long-term approaches to capturing carbon. Woodland renewal and expansion We recently assigned 170 hectares (equivalent to 317 football pitches) for woodland creation, using natural methods to expand the ancient Caledonian Pine… Read more »
Soil Biodiversity Surveys on Rothiemurchus Earlier this month a team from Naturemetrics, commissioned by Forest Research were on Rothiemurchus to collect soil samples from different woodland and nearby non-woodland habitats. With advances in DNA analysis scientists are exploring the means of monitoring biodiversity change, over time, by analysing DNA extracted from different soils. So,… Read more »
Weddings at Loch an Eilein, Rothiemurchus Loch an Eilein is a stunning location within Rothiemurchus, at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, and close to Aviemore. Loch an Eilein is ideal for small, intimate wedding cermonies for up to 30 people, it’s the perfect setting for those couples who love Scotland and the outdoors…. Read more »
Rothiemurchus Estate, Gleann Eanaich peatland restoration project July 2022 WHAT? A small part of a degraded peatland area to the east of Loch Eanaich in Gleann Eanaich is undergoing restoration work, funded by a grant from Peatland ACTION and Rothiemurchus. Low ground-pressure diggers will rework the turf and peat to cover over bare peat and… Read more »
Welcome back to The Rolling Rail We’d like to welcome back The Rolling Rail, a wonderful pop-up shop that can be found here at Rothiemurchus, next door to The Barn. The Rolling Rail is run by Nancy McKenna, Nancy has curated a fabulous collection of contemporary and vintage clothing, gifts and beauty products chosen with… Read more »
