Guidebook for Newtonmore
Arts & Culture
It’s a short walk to Newtonmore’s Highland Folk Museum, where you can step back in time and experience life in the Highlands from the 1700s to the 1950s. There are over 35 historical buildings onsite for you to explore and discover how people in the Highlands lived, worked, went to school, and enjoyed their leisure time. Free admission although parking charges may apply.
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Highland Folk Museum
Kingussie RdIt’s a short walk to Newtonmore’s Highland Folk Museum, where you can step back in time and experience life in the Highlands from the 1700s to the 1950s. There are over 35 historical buildings onsite for you to explore and discover how people in the Highlands lived, worked, went to school, and enjoyed their leisure time. Free admission although parking charges may apply.
Less than an hour’s drive from here, this is a magnificent traditional Scottish castle built and inhabited by the Cawdor family for over 600 years. An ancient medieval tower is constructed around a legendary holly tree. Uniquely for a Scottish castle, Cawdor boasts three very different gardens. Each with their own history that generations of owners have transformed and extended. Book a tour and enjoy the cafe.
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Castillo de Cawdor
B9090Less than an hour’s drive from here, this is a magnificent traditional Scottish castle built and inhabited by the Cawdor family for over 600 years. An ancient medieval tower is constructed around a legendary holly tree. Uniquely for a Scottish castle, Cawdor boasts three very different gardens. Each with their own history that generations of owners have transformed and extended. Book a tour and enjoy the cafe.
Blair Castle has been the home of the Atholl family for over seven centuries. The castle has had a diverse history, witnessing both turbulent and peaceful times, enlarged and adapted over 750 years to suit the needs of the family and style of the day. Wonderful gardens to explore. Cafe and gift shop. Around 40 minutes drive south or take the train.
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Castillo de Blair
Blair Castle has been the home of the Atholl family for over seven centuries. The castle has had a diverse history, witnessing both turbulent and peaceful times, enlarged and adapted over 750 years to suit the needs of the family and style of the day. Wonderful gardens to explore. Cafe and gift shop. Around 40 minutes drive south or take the train.
Riverside location in Inverness. The leading arts centre in the Scottish Highlands with theatres and cinema. Combine a show here with pre-theatre dining at Rocpool for a perfect night out!
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Eden Court Inverness
Bishops RoadRiverside location in Inverness. The leading arts centre in the Scottish Highlands with theatres and cinema. Combine a show here with pre-theatre dining at Rocpool for a perfect night out!
Opening in 2025, The Inverness Castle Experience will be a new visitor attraction in the city centre, celebrating the spirit of the Highlands’ past, present and future. The existing castle buildings and esplanade gardens are being transformed from their original use as the home of Inverness’ prison and courts into a celebration of what makes the Highlands of Scotland a special place to live, work and visit.
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Castillo de Inverness
Opening in 2025, The Inverness Castle Experience will be a new visitor attraction in the city centre, celebrating the spirit of the Highlands’ past, present and future. The existing castle buildings and esplanade gardens are being transformed from their original use as the home of Inverness’ prison and courts into a celebration of what makes the Highlands of Scotland a special place to live, work and visit.
Much loved community based theatre for over 70 years, sitting perched on the edge of the River Tummel and looking out to Ben-y-Vrackie, the spectacular ‘Speckled Mountain’. Now attracting over 100,000 visitors each year and famous for producing large-scale plays and musicals that delight theatregoers of all ages. International-standard performances featuring award winning artists, writers and directors, and outstanding set and costume designs all combine to bring audiences to their feet.
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Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Port-Na-Craig RoadMuch loved community based theatre for over 70 years, sitting perched on the edge of the River Tummel and looking out to Ben-y-Vrackie, the spectacular ‘Speckled Mountain’. Now attracting over 100,000 visitors each year and famous for producing large-scale plays and musicals that delight theatregoers of all ages. International-standard performances featuring award winning artists, writers and directors, and outstanding set and costume designs all combine to bring audiences to their feet.
A great excuse to visit the Black Isle, just beyond Inverness. Fossil hunter, folklorist, man of faith, stonemason, geologist, editor, writer and social justice campaigner – Hugh Miller was one of the great Scots of the 19th century. His quests and writings have left a huge legacy of knowledge. The thatched cottage where Hugh was born in 1802 was built by Hugh’s great grandfather – a pirate! The cobbled courtyard adjoining the cottage was an external working space. Next door, the handsome Georgian villa, now an interactive museum, was built by Hugh’s father – its distinctive central spiral staircase winds around a ship’s mast. Outside, Miller’s Yard: Garden of Wonders is a sheltered corner – the perfect spot to sit and take a breath of fresh air.
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Hugh Miller's Cottage
Church StreetA great excuse to visit the Black Isle, just beyond Inverness. Fossil hunter, folklorist, man of faith, stonemason, geologist, editor, writer and social justice campaigner – Hugh Miller was one of the great Scots of the 19th century. His quests and writings have left a huge legacy of knowledge. The thatched cottage where Hugh was born in 1802 was built by Hugh’s great grandfather – a pirate! The cobbled courtyard adjoining the cottage was an external working space. Next door, the handsome Georgian villa, now an interactive museum, was built by Hugh’s father – its distinctive central spiral staircase winds around a ship’s mast. Outside, Miller’s Yard: Garden of Wonders is a sheltered corner – the perfect spot to sit and take a breath of fresh air.
A ‘must see’ for all visitors to Scotland! On 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal head in one of the most harrowing battles in British history. Jacobite supporters, seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland’s government troops. It was the last pitched battle on British soil and, in less than an hour, around 1,600 men were slain – 1,500 of them Jacobites. The richly researched, stimulating and sensitive Culloden Visitor Centre, which stands beside the battlefield, features artefacts from both sides of the battle and interactive displays that reveal the background to the conflict. It is both a monument and a guide to a pivotal day in Scotland’s history. Located to the east of Inverness.
Culloden Battlefield
A ‘must see’ for all visitors to Scotland! On 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a brutal head in one of the most harrowing battles in British history. Jacobite supporters, seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland’s government troops. It was the last pitched battle on British soil and, in less than an hour, around 1,600 men were slain – 1,500 of them Jacobites. The richly researched, stimulating and sensitive Culloden Visitor Centre, which stands beside the battlefield, features artefacts from both sides of the battle and interactive displays that reveal the background to the conflict. It is both a monument and a guide to a pivotal day in Scotland’s history. Located to the east of Inverness.
The Iona Gallery is run by the Society of Badenoch & Strathspey Artists, whose membership is drawn from artists and craftspeople across our area, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. The gallery mounts a full programme of exhibitions and events, mainly with exhibitions through the spring to autumn months and workshops and community events in winter. Located in neighbouring village, Kingussie.
The Iona Gallery
The Iona Gallery is run by the Society of Badenoch & Strathspey Artists, whose membership is drawn from artists and craftspeople across our area, in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. The gallery mounts a full programme of exhibitions and events, mainly with exhibitions through the spring to autumn months and workshops and community events in winter. Located in neighbouring village, Kingussie.
The V&A, dramatically perched on Dundee’s waterfront, is Scotland’s design museum and part of the regeneration plans for the city. Designed for everyone, firing imaginations and sparking curiosity in design across Scotland and around the world. Good rail links for a wonderful day away from Newtonmore.
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V&A Dundee
1 Riverside EsplanadeThe V&A, dramatically perched on Dundee’s waterfront, is Scotland’s design museum and part of the regeneration plans for the city. Designed for everyone, firing imaginations and sparking curiosity in design across Scotland and around the world. Good rail links for a wonderful day away from Newtonmore.
Situated in Newtonmore, The Clan Macpherson Museum tells the story of the Clan and its people. It has housed the relics and memorials of the clan, from ancient Highland history to modern computer science, for over 50 years. A newly refurbished exhibition tells you a story of land and landscape, family and belonging, loyalty and rebellion. Here you will find fascinating Clan treasures like the Black Chanter sent down from heaven, witness stories like the one of Macpherson's lament and Jamie's broken fiddle, or learn about the reinvention of the Highlands by James 'Ossian' Macpherson. The history is told by a long line of tradition bearers and storytellers, part of the oral culture of the Gaelic world. From Clan Chiefs to crofters, the story of the Clan Macpherson is told through books, poetry, songs, piping and fiddle music. The Museum is part of that storytelling tradition.
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Clan Macpherson Museum
Main StreetSituated in Newtonmore, The Clan Macpherson Museum tells the story of the Clan and its people. It has housed the relics and memorials of the clan, from ancient Highland history to modern computer science, for over 50 years. A newly refurbished exhibition tells you a story of land and landscape, family and belonging, loyalty and rebellion. Here you will find fascinating Clan treasures like the Black Chanter sent down from heaven, witness stories like the one of Macpherson's lament and Jamie's broken fiddle, or learn about the reinvention of the Highlands by James 'Ossian' Macpherson. The history is told by a long line of tradition bearers and storytellers, part of the oral culture of the Gaelic world. From Clan Chiefs to crofters, the story of the Clan Macpherson is told through books, poetry, songs, piping and fiddle music. The Museum is part of that storytelling tradition.
Sightseeing
To explore Loch Ness it’s always best to do so on the water. Jacobite Cruises are the leading operators in the Loch and have numerous points of access. Nessie herself may prove elusive but the surroundings are majestic. If you decide to circumnavigate the Loch by car do so in an anticlockwise direction….it’s much safer and you’ll see more!
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Loch Ness by Jacobite - Clansman Harbour
To explore Loch Ness it’s always best to do so on the water. Jacobite Cruises are the leading operators in the Loch and have numerous points of access. Nessie herself may prove elusive but the surroundings are majestic. If you decide to circumnavigate the Loch by car do so in an anticlockwise direction….it’s much safer and you’ll see more!
Loch an Eilein (loch of the island) with its island castle ruin and stunning surroundings of forest and hill, has seen human use for many centuries. It has also long been a much loved favourite of countless thousands of visitors. No surprise, then, that Loch an Eilein was recently voted Britain’s Favourite Picnic Spot! You can explore the area at your own pace; a short stroll from the car park will reveal dramatic views of ancient pine trees, mountain and castle. A walk of 3 miles (5 kilometres) along some of the best low level walking paths in Scotland, part of the Rothiemurchus network of trails, will take you all the way around the loch. You may encounter some of the area’s exceptional forest wildlife; Red Squirrel, Scottish Crossbill and Crested Tit make their home here. In summer, Ospreys may occasionally be seen scouting the waters for fish.
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Loch an Eilein
Loch an Eilein (loch of the island) with its island castle ruin and stunning surroundings of forest and hill, has seen human use for many centuries. It has also long been a much loved favourite of countless thousands of visitors. No surprise, then, that Loch an Eilein was recently voted Britain’s Favourite Picnic Spot! You can explore the area at your own pace; a short stroll from the car park will reveal dramatic views of ancient pine trees, mountain and castle. A walk of 3 miles (5 kilometres) along some of the best low level walking paths in Scotland, part of the Rothiemurchus network of trails, will take you all the way around the loch. You may encounter some of the area’s exceptional forest wildlife; Red Squirrel, Scottish Crossbill and Crested Tit make their home here. In summer, Ospreys may occasionally be seen scouting the waters for fish.
According to VisitScotland, Ben Nevis is the king of all Scotland’s peaks at 1345 metres. Just over an hour’s drive from here, near the town of Fort William and part of the Grampian Mountain range, the famous Ben attracts 125k walkers a year. Whether you're an avid ambler or you just love beautiful landscapes, bagging 'the Ben' is likely to feature near the top of any walker’s Scottish bucket list.
An ancient giant of the land, Ben Nevis was once a massive active volcano which exploded and collapsed inwards on itself millions of years ago. At the summit, there is evidence of an explosion in the form of light-coloured granite. The name itself has two translations from the ancient Gaelic language, meaning 'mountain with its head in the clouds', thanks to its iconic mist-shrouded peak, or it can also mean 'venomous mountain' – you can decide which translation you prefer after the climb!
Do not underestimate how arduous an ascent of Ben Nevis can become. You'll need a good amount of hillwalking experience, good equipment, decent fitness, hill craft, and navigation skills using a map and compass, before attempting Ben Nevis at any time of the year.
The Ben Nevis Visitor Centre is situated 1.5 miles along the Glen Nevis road from the Nevis bridge mini-roundabout and 2 miles from Fort William town centre. On arrival at the visitor centre you will find knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any queries. They can provide information on walks in Glen Nevis and the Mountain track up the Ben. Daily information about the weather is also provided at the centre.
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Ben Nevis Visitor Centre
Glen NevisAccording to VisitScotland, Ben Nevis is the king of all Scotland’s peaks at 1345 metres. Just over an hour’s drive from here, near the town of Fort William and part of the Grampian Mountain range, the famous Ben attracts 125k walkers a year. Whether you're an avid ambler or you just love beautiful landscapes, bagging 'the Ben' is likely to feature near the top of any walker’s Scottish bucket list.
An ancient giant of the land, Ben Nevis was once a massive active volcano which exploded and collapsed inwards on itself millions of years ago. At the summit, there is evidence of an explosion in the form of light-coloured granite. The name itself has two translations from the ancient Gaelic language, meaning 'mountain with its head in the clouds', thanks to its iconic mist-shrouded peak, or it can also mean 'venomous mountain' – you can decide which translation you prefer after the climb!
Do not underestimate how arduous an ascent of Ben Nevis can become. You'll need a good amount of hillwalking experience, good equipment, decent fitness, hill craft, and navigation skills using a map and compass, before attempting Ben Nevis at any time of the year.
The Ben Nevis Visitor Centre is situated 1.5 miles along the Glen Nevis road from the Nevis bridge mini-roundabout and 2 miles from Fort William town centre. On arrival at the visitor centre you will find knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any queries. They can provide information on walks in Glen Nevis and the Mountain track up the Ben. Daily information about the weather is also provided at the centre.
Operated by the National Trust for Scotland, the Glencoe Visitor Centre is a great hub and gateway from which to discover more about this majestic and dramatic part of the Scottish Highlands. It’s a two hour drive from your base in Newtonmore but well worth the journey. Dramatic mountains, rare beauty and haunting history in the heart of the Highlands. You’ll follow in the footsteps of the Clan MacDonald and the tragic Massacre of 1692, you might uncover a long-lost way of life in visiting a reconstruction of a 300-year-old turf and creel house or you could get close to nature with Trust rangers on a wildlife Land Rover Safari. Climb (or just admire) one of the eight Munro mountains that tower above the glen and discover a world-famous film location featured in Harry Potter, Outlaw King, The 39 Steps, Braveheart, Rob Roy and Skyfall!
Glencoe Visitors Centre
Operated by the National Trust for Scotland, the Glencoe Visitor Centre is a great hub and gateway from which to discover more about this majestic and dramatic part of the Scottish Highlands. It’s a two hour drive from your base in Newtonmore but well worth the journey. Dramatic mountains, rare beauty and haunting history in the heart of the Highlands. You’ll follow in the footsteps of the Clan MacDonald and the tragic Massacre of 1692, you might uncover a long-lost way of life in visiting a reconstruction of a 300-year-old turf and creel house or you could get close to nature with Trust rangers on a wildlife Land Rover Safari. Climb (or just admire) one of the eight Munro mountains that tower above the glen and discover a world-famous film location featured in Harry Potter, Outlaw King, The 39 Steps, Braveheart, Rob Roy and Skyfall!
The Strathspey Railway operates a scenic ten-mile long heritage railway from Aviemore to Broomhill via Boat of Garten. It’s part of the former Inverness and Perth Junction Railway (later part of the Highland Railway) which linked Aviemore with Forres. It is one of only a handful of former primary/secondary main lines to be preserved in Britain today and is run by volunteers. Features mainly steam locomotives with observation and dining cars. Range of catering.
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Ferrocarril de Strathspey
Dalfaber RoadThe Strathspey Railway operates a scenic ten-mile long heritage railway from Aviemore to Broomhill via Boat of Garten. It’s part of the former Inverness and Perth Junction Railway (later part of the Highland Railway) which linked Aviemore with Forres. It is one of only a handful of former primary/secondary main lines to be preserved in Britain today and is run by volunteers. Features mainly steam locomotives with observation and dining cars. Range of catering.
Home to skiers as early as the 1890’s Cairn Gorm has long been synonymous with winter sports. What started as a small ski area has developed over the years into Scotland’s favourite mountain destination. Situated on Britain’s 6th highest mountain in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, the Cairngorm Mountain resort is much more than just a ski area. Offering unforgettable experiences with year-round activity and access to some of Scotland’s most challenging hill-walking and climbing terrain. It is a place of outstanding natural beauty and plays a fundamental part in attracting visitors to the area throughout the seasons.
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Cairngorm Mountain Carpark
Home to skiers as early as the 1890’s Cairn Gorm has long been synonymous with winter sports. What started as a small ski area has developed over the years into Scotland’s favourite mountain destination. Situated on Britain’s 6th highest mountain in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, the Cairngorm Mountain resort is much more than just a ski area. Offering unforgettable experiences with year-round activity and access to some of Scotland’s most challenging hill-walking and climbing terrain. It is a place of outstanding natural beauty and plays a fundamental part in attracting visitors to the area throughout the seasons.
Food Scene
This renowned restaurant with rooms has been best in area for several decades under four owners. Modern Scottish seasonally inspired cuisine and well chosen wines are served in the chic riverside restaurant. Choose between a three or six course menu advertised from £75 per person. 🍽️ is served from 7pm and reservations are required. There is always a choice of fish, meat or vegetarian dishes for the starter and main courses.
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The Cross
Ardbroilach RoadThis renowned restaurant with rooms has been best in area for several decades under four owners. Modern Scottish seasonally inspired cuisine and well chosen wines are served in the chic riverside restaurant. Choose between a three or six course menu advertised from £75 per person. 🍽️ is served from 7pm and reservations are required. There is always a choice of fish, meat or vegetarian dishes for the starter and main courses.
Relaxed, informal restaurant set in the village of Boat of Garten (around 30 minutes drive from here). It offers a short a la carte menu of interesting dishes including local ingredients and a list of home baked wood fired pizza.
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Andersons Restaurant
Deshar RoadRelaxed, informal restaurant set in the village of Boat of Garten (around 30 minutes drive from here). It offers a short a la carte menu of interesting dishes including local ingredients and a list of home baked wood fired pizza.
This is the nearest we have to a ‘Gastropub’ in the area! Situated by the River Spey in Aviemore, the Old Bridge is a lively venue with outside tables and cosy rooms, often featuring quality live music throughout the year. The seasonally changing menus at lunch and dinner are ‘on point’ and closely follow availability of Scottish ingredients. Local beers on draught. Decent wine list.
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Old Bridge Inn
23 Dalfaber RdThis is the nearest we have to a ‘Gastropub’ in the area! Situated by the River Spey in Aviemore, the Old Bridge is a lively venue with outside tables and cosy rooms, often featuring quality live music throughout the year. The seasonally changing menus at lunch and dinner are ‘on point’ and closely follow availability of Scottish ingredients. Local beers on draught. Decent wine list.
Located in nearby Aviemore. Open daytime. Bright, new, modern. Walls feature the striking works of local artist, Ann Vastano, and the excellent food and drinks are strongly influenced by the owner’s Italian roots. Best cafe in the village right now.
Ryvoan Cafe
Located in nearby Aviemore. Open daytime. Bright, new, modern. Walls feature the striking works of local artist, Ann Vastano, and the excellent food and drinks are strongly influenced by the owner’s Italian roots. Best cafe in the village right now.
Only a few miles away, in the neighbouring village of Kincraig is this cafe and gallery serving coffees, teas and a variety of cakes all day. Tony and his team offer a variety of Italian influenced freshly prepared daily specials, sourced locally, seasonally and responsibly. The gallery showcases the talents of a variety of local artists and makers with work from resident artist Ann Vastano on continued display.
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Old post office café
1 Braeriach RdOnly a few miles away, in the neighbouring village of Kincraig is this cafe and gallery serving coffees, teas and a variety of cakes all day. Tony and his team offer a variety of Italian influenced freshly prepared daily specials, sourced locally, seasonally and responsibly. The gallery showcases the talents of a variety of local artists and makers with work from resident artist Ann Vastano on continued display.
Situated in the fine Highland Perthshire village of BlairAtholl, at the southern border of the Cairngorms National Park, is this delightful working water mill dating back to 1590's where stoneground oatmeal and flours are milled and sold. In the tea room fresh baking includes cakes, scones, a variety of breads, bagels and rolls. They also serve homemade soup and light lunches. Some seating outside. Good to combine with a visit to Blair Castle.
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Blair Atholl Watermill
Ford RoadSituated in the fine Highland Perthshire village of BlairAtholl, at the southern border of the Cairngorms National Park, is this delightful working water mill dating back to 1590's where stoneground oatmeal and flours are milled and sold. In the tea room fresh baking includes cakes, scones, a variety of breads, bagels and rolls. They also serve homemade soup and light lunches. Some seating outside. Good to combine with a visit to Blair Castle.
An hour’s drive from Newtonmore, Iain Burnett creates Scotland’s best chocolates. In the charming little village of Grandtully, by the side of the River Tay, he combines an excellent shop with a chocolate lounge and opportunities to take chocolate tours. Mail order also, if your concerned about getting your purchases home! Could combine this with a visit to Aberfeldy or Pitlochry - plenty to see, drink, eat, and do in the area.
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Iain Burnett Highland Chocolatier
An hour’s drive from Newtonmore, Iain Burnett creates Scotland’s best chocolates. In the charming little village of Grandtully, by the side of the River Tay, he combines an excellent shop with a chocolate lounge and opportunities to take chocolate tours. Mail order also, if your concerned about getting your purchases home! Could combine this with a visit to Aberfeldy or Pitlochry - plenty to see, drink, eat, and do in the area.
On the route from Pitlochry to Aberfeldy (leave the A9 at Ballinluig). Choose from the hotel’s bright and chic Tully Bar or the continental style outdoor terrace. A regularly changing market menu offers interesting small dishes that make this a good light lunch option. Helpful staff, worthwhile wine list.
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The Grandtully Hotel by Ballintaggart
On the route from Pitlochry to Aberfeldy (leave the A9 at Ballinluig). Choose from the hotel’s bright and chic Tully Bar or the continental style outdoor terrace. A regularly changing market menu offers interesting small dishes that make this a good light lunch option. Helpful staff, worthwhile wine list.
This, our favourite restaurant in Inverness, is a wonderful lunch or pre-theatre evening option. It’s usually busy so booking is advised if you want to enjoy the best cooking in the city. Market led, seasonally inspired Scottish dishes feature across the board and, even although prices are higher in the evening, it’s always good value for money.
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Rocpool
1 Ness WalkThis, our favourite restaurant in Inverness, is a wonderful lunch or pre-theatre evening option. It’s usually busy so booking is advised if you want to enjoy the best cooking in the city. Market led, seasonally inspired Scottish dishes feature across the board and, even although prices are higher in the evening, it’s always good value for money.
IV10 at Fortrose (just over an hour north of here) is a great option for either main meals or snacks on a day trip to the wonderful Black Isle or having spotted the dolphins at Chanonry Point. Open Wednesday to Saturday IV10 offers interesting menu choices and a good range of well prepared, tasty, local and seasonal cooking. Seating inside and out.
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IV10 Cafe Bar Deli
18 High StIV10 at Fortrose (just over an hour north of here) is a great option for either main meals or snacks on a day trip to the wonderful Black Isle or having spotted the dolphins at Chanonry Point. Open Wednesday to Saturday IV10 offers interesting menu choices and a good range of well prepared, tasty, local and seasonal cooking. Seating inside and out.
The village doesn’t have upscale food and drink options but if you’re not looking for Michelin stars and AA Rosettes you should find something to suit. Here’s a listing….all are in walking distance. Try the Balavil Hotel for substantial bar meals…it has a locals’ bar if you want to listen to the Newtonmore craic ! The Letterbox (summer only) is a small restaurant with a large menu. There are three cafes in the village - Antlers or Wild Flour would be the best bets for a snack or coffee. Mehmood’s takeaway lists Indian favourites, kebabs and pizza. The Glen Hotel, at the end of the village, is another option for substantial bar food and the golf club lounge bar also welcomes visitors for food and drinks. The Fry Shack (fish&chip van, getting good reviews) visits the car park along Church Terrace on (most) Wednesday early evenings - check their FB page for weekly schedule.
Main St, Newtonmore PH20, Reino Unido
The village doesn’t have upscale food and drink options but if you’re not looking for Michelin stars and AA Rosettes you should find something to suit. Here’s a listing….all are in walking distance. Try the Balavil Hotel for substantial bar meals…it has a locals’ bar if you want to listen to the Newtonmore craic ! The Letterbox (summer only) is a small restaurant with a large menu. There are three cafes in the village - Antlers or Wild Flour would be the best bets for a snack or coffee. Mehmood’s takeaway lists Indian favourites, kebabs and pizza. The Glen Hotel, at the end of the village, is another option for substantial bar food and the golf club lounge bar also welcomes visitors for food and drinks. The Fry Shack (fish&chip van, getting good reviews) visits the car park along Church Terrace on (most) Wednesday early evenings - check their FB page for weekly schedule.
Kingussie, the neighbouring village to Newtonmore, lies less than three miles away and is accessible by car, foot, cycle, bus or train. Aside from The Cross (see separate entry) there are numerous eating and drinking options including a number of hotels and, seasonally, the local golf club. For daytime snacks and coffees try The Sugar Bowl or Cafe Aroma. Evening options include Cafe Bistro or Joe’s Chippy and there’s a new Indian restaurant, the Royal Tandoori. The Old Schoolhouse serves home cooked fare but only if you prebook and they have sufficient numbers. G’s Pizza Box serves from Spey Street on most Friday evenings.
High St, Kingussie PH21, Reino Unido
Kingussie, the neighbouring village to Newtonmore, lies less than three miles away and is accessible by car, foot, cycle, bus or train. Aside from The Cross (see separate entry) there are numerous eating and drinking options including a number of hotels and, seasonally, the local golf club. For daytime snacks and coffees try The Sugar Bowl or Cafe Aroma. Evening options include Cafe Bistro or Joe’s Chippy and there’s a new Indian restaurant, the Royal Tandoori. The Old Schoolhouse serves home cooked fare but only if you prebook and they have sufficient numbers. G’s Pizza Box serves from Spey Street on most Friday evenings.
The team at this excellent food wagon on the edge of Dalraddy Park (a couple of miles south of Aviemore) use seasonal ingredients foraged, grown and reared on Alvie & Dalraddy Estates to create contemporary street food style dishes alongside classic favourites. Opening times for day and evening together with daily specials and core menu can be found on the Alvie Forest Food FB page.
Alvie Forest Food
The team at this excellent food wagon on the edge of Dalraddy Park (a couple of miles south of Aviemore) use seasonal ingredients foraged, grown and reared on Alvie & Dalraddy Estates to create contemporary street food style dishes alongside classic favourites. Opening times for day and evening together with daily specials and core menu can be found on the Alvie Forest Food FB page.
Around 8 miles west of Newtonmore, on the road to Fort William and Skye, is this welcoming cafe serving snacks and drinks. You can sit outside on warm sunny days and watch the world go by or on cooler days sit by the log burner warming your toes with a cold beer or glass of wine.
Laggan Stores Coffee Bothy & Gallery
Around 8 miles west of Newtonmore, on the road to Fort William and Skye, is this welcoming cafe serving snacks and drinks. You can sit outside on warm sunny days and watch the world go by or on cooler days sit by the log burner warming your toes with a cold beer or glass of wine.
Entertainment
While there’s a chain Vue cinema complex in Inverness, there’s more fun to be had in seeking out some of our independent film houses across the area. The Playhouse in Perth is a popular option, there’s a tiny cinema in Aberfeldy (The Birks), Eden Court Theatre in Inverness offers mainstream and art house cinema, and this, the Highland Cinema, located in Fort William also features a decent cafe and bar and can be combined with a full day trip from here. Also worth looking out for the visiting mobile cinema (The Screen Machine) when it visits Newtonmore!
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Highland Cinema
Cameron SquareWhile there’s a chain Vue cinema complex in Inverness, there’s more fun to be had in seeking out some of our independent film houses across the area. The Playhouse in Perth is a popular option, there’s a tiny cinema in Aberfeldy (The Birks), Eden Court Theatre in Inverness offers mainstream and art house cinema, and this, the Highland Cinema, located in Fort William also features a decent cafe and bar and can be combined with a full day trip from here. Also worth looking out for the visiting mobile cinema (The Screen Machine) when it visits Newtonmore!
Drinks & Nightlife
Scotland’s highest distillery produces a delicious Highland single malt whisky, often referred to as the ‘gentle spirit’ and a great introduction to our national drink. The distillery offers excellent options for guided tours and tastings and the shop stocks a range of whiskies from across Scotland.
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Dalwhinnie Distillery
General Wade's Military RoadScotland’s highest distillery produces a delicious Highland single malt whisky, often referred to as the ‘gentle spirit’ and a great introduction to our national drink. The distillery offers excellent options for guided tours and tastings and the shop stocks a range of whiskies from across Scotland.
In recent years there has been an explosion of small craft gin distilleries in Scotland, all producing spirit to their own unique recipe. Many are would-be whisky distilleries, creating the more immediately available gin and vodka while other spirit matures for the minimum of three years it takes in order to be named whisky! Kinrara, on the other hand, has stuck with its very popular and delicious gin products. The distillery can be found just off the A9 at the southern Aviemore junction. They offer tastings (pre-book) and shop sales.
Kinrara Distillery
In recent years there has been an explosion of small craft gin distilleries in Scotland, all producing spirit to their own unique recipe. Many are would-be whisky distilleries, creating the more immediately available gin and vodka while other spirit matures for the minimum of three years it takes in order to be named whisky! Kinrara, on the other hand, has stuck with its very popular and delicious gin products. The distillery can be found just off the A9 at the southern Aviemore junction. They offer tastings (pre-book) and shop sales.
Cairngorm Brewery Company is a craft brewery established in 2001 and situated in the village of Aviemore.
They currently have a 20 barrel brew house capable of producing 6500 litres of ale each day. They offer a full range of permanent and seasonal cask beers to suit all tastes, many of them available throughout the year in 500ml bottles.
No tours available at the moment but they do offer tastings and the shop is well stocked with their products. Look out for their beers on tap if you’re visiting any of our local pubs.
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Cairngorm Brewery
Dalfaber DriveCairngorm Brewery Company is a craft brewery established in 2001 and situated in the village of Aviemore.
They currently have a 20 barrel brew house capable of producing 6500 litres of ale each day. They offer a full range of permanent and seasonal cask beers to suit all tastes, many of them available throughout the year in 500ml bottles.
No tours available at the moment but they do offer tastings and the shop is well stocked with their products. Look out for their beers on tap if you’re visiting any of our local pubs.
The newest local Speyside distillery, completed only last year and situated between Aviemore and Grantown on Spey, a 30 minute drive from here. It’s owned by Gordon & MacPhail of Elgin and has been built to the highest eco and environmental standards. It’ll be some years before they bottle their first whiskies, made using barley from the Moray coast and water drawn from the adjacent River Spey but they do offer tours of the distillery and tastings of their whiskies drawn from their other locations. Best to book!
The Cairn Distillery - Visitor Experience
The newest local Speyside distillery, completed only last year and situated between Aviemore and Grantown on Spey, a 30 minute drive from here. It’s owned by Gordon & MacPhail of Elgin and has been built to the highest eco and environmental standards. It’ll be some years before they bottle their first whiskies, made using barley from the Moray coast and water drawn from the adjacent River Spey but they do offer tours of the distillery and tastings of their whiskies drawn from their other locations. Best to book!
Parks & Nature
The UK’s largest national park, The Cairngorms National Park is a world-renowned area where both residents and visitors can enjoy an unparalleled range of outdoor recreation opportunities.
People are free to explore the mountains and glens, the forests and moorlands and the rivers and lochs of the Park. They can do so on foot, in a wheelchair, on horse-back, on a bicycle or even in a boat or canoe, as long as they do so in a responsible manner, with respect for other people and for the environment. Remember to ‘Tread Lightly in the Park’ and ‘Know the code’ before you go in accordance with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Looking after the Cairngorms is a walk in the Park. Simple things like bringing the right kit, taking litter home and following guidance make all the difference.
Encouraging responsible sharing of outdoor space between different users, whilst reducing the impact on our protected species and habitats is the park authority’s goal.
Accessibility for all is the main reason why this superb landscape is much loved and stirs the emotions of so many people. The Active Cairngorms, the physical activity and outdoor access strategy for the National Park, goal is to get residents and visitors using the Park for physical activity once a day. The Core Paths Plan helps to create active places to make this goal a reality.
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Cairngorms National Park
The UK’s largest national park, The Cairngorms National Park is a world-renowned area where both residents and visitors can enjoy an unparalleled range of outdoor recreation opportunities.
People are free to explore the mountains and glens, the forests and moorlands and the rivers and lochs of the Park. They can do so on foot, in a wheelchair, on horse-back, on a bicycle or even in a boat or canoe, as long as they do so in a responsible manner, with respect for other people and for the environment. Remember to ‘Tread Lightly in the Park’ and ‘Know the code’ before you go in accordance with the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. Looking after the Cairngorms is a walk in the Park. Simple things like bringing the right kit, taking litter home and following guidance make all the difference.
Encouraging responsible sharing of outdoor space between different users, whilst reducing the impact on our protected species and habitats is the park authority’s goal.
Accessibility for all is the main reason why this superb landscape is much loved and stirs the emotions of so many people. The Active Cairngorms, the physical activity and outdoor access strategy for the National Park, goal is to get residents and visitors using the Park for physical activity once a day. The Core Paths Plan helps to create active places to make this goal a reality.
Located just a few miles away, discover Scottish wildlife and endangered animals of the world's mountains and tundra in a spectacular setting. Explore the drive through reserve in your own car and then investigate the walk-round area on foot. The park has a wide and diverse range of animals, from native species such as the Scottish wildcat to those from further afield such as the amur tiger and polar bear.
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RZSS Highland Wildlife Park
Located just a few miles away, discover Scottish wildlife and endangered animals of the world's mountains and tundra in a spectacular setting. Explore the drive through reserve in your own car and then investigate the walk-round area on foot. The park has a wide and diverse range of animals, from native species such as the Scottish wildcat to those from further afield such as the amur tiger and polar bear.
An interactive experience on our neighbouring family-run croft. Four male alpacas, two male miniature donkeys and three pygmy goats are the stars of the show!
Cairngorm Alpacas- Lochbuie Croft
An interactive experience on our neighbouring family-run croft. Four male alpacas, two male miniature donkeys and three pygmy goats are the stars of the show!
Nestled in the Abernethy Nature Reserve, the Loch Garten Centre is the perfect spot to experience life in this amazing forest setting. The knowledgeable RSPB team are on hand while CCTV screens, binoculars and telescopes are provided to help you get great views of unique bird life. An exhibition and daily talks ensure there’s something for everyone. There’s a shop selling gifts, binoculars, books, sandwiches, snacks and hot drinks so you can take your coffee onto the forest decking and watch the birds close up at the feeders! Check out the wildlife cameras, including an osprey nest cam.
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RSPB Loch Garten Osprey Centre
Nestled in the Abernethy Nature Reserve, the Loch Garten Centre is the perfect spot to experience life in this amazing forest setting. The knowledgeable RSPB team are on hand while CCTV screens, binoculars and telescopes are provided to help you get great views of unique bird life. An exhibition and daily talks ensure there’s something for everyone. There’s a shop selling gifts, binoculars, books, sandwiches, snacks and hot drinks so you can take your coffee onto the forest decking and watch the birds close up at the feeders! Check out the wildlife cameras, including an osprey nest cam.
Under the watchful eye of Ruthven Barracks, The Insh Marshes covers 10 square kilometres of the River Spey floodplain between Kingussie and Kincraig. It is said to be one of the most important wetland areas in Europe, supporting populations of breeding waders including curlew, lapwing, redshank and snipe. Hides and walks are well signed.
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RSPB - Insh Marshes
Under the watchful eye of Ruthven Barracks, The Insh Marshes covers 10 square kilometres of the River Spey floodplain between Kingussie and Kincraig. It is said to be one of the most important wetland areas in Europe, supporting populations of breeding waders including curlew, lapwing, redshank and snipe. Hides and walks are well signed.
Chanonry Point (with a pay car park and active lighthouse) lies at the end of Chanonry Ness, a spit of land extending into the Moray Firth between Fortrose and Rosemarkie on the Black Isle (just north east of Inverness). It’s one of the best spots in the UK to view bottlenose dolphin from the land. The dolphins are often visible off Chanonry Point, particularly on an incoming tide when they play and fish in the strong currents. Other wildlife, including porpoises and grey seals, can also regularly be spotted.
Chanonry Point Car Park
Chanonry Point (with a pay car park and active lighthouse) lies at the end of Chanonry Ness, a spit of land extending into the Moray Firth between Fortrose and Rosemarkie on the Black Isle (just north east of Inverness). It’s one of the best spots in the UK to view bottlenose dolphin from the land. The dolphins are often visible off Chanonry Point, particularly on an incoming tide when they play and fish in the strong currents. Other wildlife, including porpoises and grey seals, can also regularly be spotted.
A bit further afield, at Spey Bay (almost two hours’ north of here), you can visit the Scottish Dolphin Centre for the chance to see the amazing bottlenose dolphins of the Moray Firth. Enjoy beautiful walks along the tumultuous River Spey, spot a seal or osprey, and discover Spey Bay’s fishing heritage during a tour of the historic Tugnet Icehouse. Entry to the Centre is free and there’s a small exhibition centre, a gift shop, and a cafe.
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Centro Escocés de Delfines
A bit further afield, at Spey Bay (almost two hours’ north of here), you can visit the Scottish Dolphin Centre for the chance to see the amazing bottlenose dolphins of the Moray Firth. Enjoy beautiful walks along the tumultuous River Spey, spot a seal or osprey, and discover Spey Bay’s fishing heritage during a tour of the historic Tugnet Icehouse. Entry to the Centre is free and there’s a small exhibition centre, a gift shop, and a cafe.
Hunt for 132 painted model wildcats around our friendly, tranquil village. Find them in gardens, on roofs, up trees. Buy a Wildcat Experience Trackpack from the centre located in the village then complete the trail. Walk all or part of the 10km orbital path around Newtonmore and enjoy magnificent views of the Cairngorm and Monadhliath mountain ranges, through open moorlands, native woodland and alongside three rivers, with waterfalls and a river gorge.
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The Wildcat Centre
Main StreetHunt for 132 painted model wildcats around our friendly, tranquil village. Find them in gardens, on roofs, up trees. Buy a Wildcat Experience Trackpack from the centre located in the village then complete the trail. Walk all or part of the 10km orbital path around Newtonmore and enjoy magnificent views of the Cairngorm and Monadhliath mountain ranges, through open moorlands, native woodland and alongside three rivers, with waterfalls and a river gorge.
Shopping
Flying Carpets is an oriental carpet business located on Kingussie’s High Street and just three miles away from your accommodation. Specialises in all aspects of interior design applications from new decorative furnishing carpets to high end antique and collectable rugs.
Flying Carpets
38 High StFlying Carpets is an oriental carpet business located on Kingussie’s High Street and just three miles away from your accommodation. Specialises in all aspects of interior design applications from new decorative furnishing carpets to high end antique and collectable rugs.
On Newtonmore’s Main Street explore a selection of some of the finest tweeds in the world in beautifully finished garments made for men and ladies or in cut lengths by the meter.
You will find a full range of Tweeds from heavy to lighter weight iconic Harris Tweed, woven in homes on Scotland's Islands.
Check opening times on their website. Online shopping available.
Harris Tweed Shop
Main StreetOn Newtonmore’s Main Street explore a selection of some of the finest tweeds in the world in beautifully finished garments made for men and ladies or in cut lengths by the meter.
You will find a full range of Tweeds from heavy to lighter weight iconic Harris Tweed, woven in homes on Scotland's Islands.
Check opening times on their website. Online shopping available.
Upscale country department store with classic tweed clothing & outdoor wear, gifts & a food hall. Something of a phenomenon, located as it is in splendid isolation by the A9 near to Blair Atholl, and seemingly busy all year round. Around 40 minutes drive from here.
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The House of Bruar
Upscale country department store with classic tweed clothing & outdoor wear, gifts & a food hall. Something of a phenomenon, located as it is in splendid isolation by the A9 near to Blair Atholl, and seemingly busy all year round. Around 40 minutes drive from here.
The Castle Gallery is situated in the lee of Inverness Castle. The building dates to the early 18th century and has been sympathetically restored to provide an ideal gallery space on two floors with exhibitions of original contemporary fine and applied art by established and emerging artists from Scotland and throughout Britain. Fabulous source of Scottish gifts!
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Castle Gallery
43 Castle StThe Castle Gallery is situated in the lee of Inverness Castle. The building dates to the early 18th century and has been sympathetically restored to provide an ideal gallery space on two floors with exhibitions of original contemporary fine and applied art by established and emerging artists from Scotland and throughout Britain. Fabulous source of Scottish gifts!