Guidebook for Ballindalloch
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Off road Land Rover Safaris on the 58,000 acre Glenlivet Estate to see wildlife and explore the landscape with an expert local guide
Glenlivet Wildlife
Off road Land Rover Safaris on the 58,000 acre Glenlivet Estate to see wildlife and explore the landscape with an expert local guide
Cairngorm ski-centre is suitable for the more expert skier. It is just under an hour's drive from Easter Corrie. The ski centre also has funicular mountain railway.
112 locals recommend
Cairngorm Mountain Carpark
Cairngorm ski-centre is suitable for the more expert skier. It is just under an hour's drive from Easter Corrie. The ski centre also has funicular mountain railway.
The summit of Ben Rinnes probably has the best view in the whole of north eastern Scotland. On a clear day you can see right across the Moray Firth to Caithness in the far north.
25 locals recommend
Ben Rinnes
The summit of Ben Rinnes probably has the best view in the whole of north eastern Scotland. On a clear day you can see right across the Moray Firth to Caithness in the far north.
Superb walking in Glenavon. Probably one of the best approaches to Ben Avon - one of Scotland's great mountains
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Superb walking in Glenavon. Probably one of the best approaches to Ben Avon - one of Scotland's great mountains
Follow the "Malcolm Gillespie" smugglers trail out into the wilds of the Braes of Glenlivet. There used to be over 200 illegal stills out here in the eighteenth century!
Chapeltown
Follow the "Malcolm Gillespie" smugglers trail out into the wilds of the Braes of Glenlivet. There used to be over 200 illegal stills out here in the eighteenth century!
Sightseeing
The Glenlivet
Free tours of the world famous Glenlivet Distillery
The Earls of Buchan ruled their ancient Celtic province in the 13th century from Balvenie Castle in Glen Fiddich.
25 locals recommend
Balvenie Castle
Castle RoadThe Earls of Buchan ruled their ancient Celtic province in the 13th century from Balvenie Castle in Glen Fiddich.
Beautifully restored Corgarff Castle dates from 1537 and is the place where Margaret Forbes and her family were burned to death in 1571 during a clan feud.
13 locals recommend
Corgarff Castle
A939Beautifully restored Corgarff Castle dates from 1537 and is the place where Margaret Forbes and her family were burned to death in 1571 during a clan feud.
Learn all about the ancient craft of coopering at the Speyside Cooperage. Watch skilled coopers and apprentices at work. Have a go at building a cask!
50 locals recommend
Speyside Cooperage Visitor Centre
Duff TownLearn all about the ancient craft of coopering at the Speyside Cooperage. Watch skilled coopers and apprentices at work. Have a go at building a cask!
Reindeer are a delight to all who come and see them. Visitors can feed and stroke them and will be able to take some memorable snaps.
78 locals recommend
Cairngorm Reindeer Herd
Reindeer are a delight to all who come and see them. Visitors can feed and stroke them and will be able to take some memorable snaps.
Discover the secrets of the ancient art of falconry on a visit to the Huntly Falconry Centre. Flying displays with falcons, owls, hawks and even golden eagles.
9 locals recommend
North East Falconry Visitors Centre
Discover the secrets of the ancient art of falconry on a visit to the Huntly Falconry Centre. Flying displays with falcons, owls, hawks and even golden eagles.
Beautiful working restoration of an old woollen mill. Good food as well.
29 locals recommend
Knockando Woolmill
Beautiful working restoration of an old woollen mill. Good food as well.
Superb peaceful location with a ruined castle on the island in the loch. Loads of wildlife as well.
12 locals recommend
Lochindorb
Superb peaceful location with a ruined castle on the island in the loch. Loads of wildlife as well.
Established in 1836, Glenfarclas offers a warm welcome. Enjoy a guided tour, or relax with a dram in the splendour of the Ships Room.
18 locals recommend
Glenfarclas Distillery
Established in 1836, Glenfarclas offers a warm welcome. Enjoy a guided tour, or relax with a dram in the splendour of the Ships Room.
Drumin Castle was one of the lairs of the infamous "Wolf of Badanoch" - Alexander Stewart. You can also enjoy a beautiful walk along the Livet and back to the Distillery
9 locals recommend
Drumin
Drumin Castle was one of the lairs of the infamous "Wolf of Badanoch" - Alexander Stewart. You can also enjoy a beautiful walk along the Livet and back to the Distillery
Known as the "Pearl of the North", Ballindalloch Castle has been occupied continuously by the MacPherson-Grant family since 1546
Ballindalloch Castle Tea Shop
Known as the "Pearl of the North", Ballindalloch Castle has been occupied continuously by the MacPherson-Grant family since 1546
See the nesting Ospreys from the RSPB hide. Also Red Squirrel, Crested Tit etc.
26 locals recommend
Loch Garten
See the nesting Ospreys from the RSPB hide. Also Red Squirrel, Crested Tit etc.
Entertainment & Activities
Lecht Ski School
Nearby family friendly ski centre
Animals are always a great attraction for children. Drive through the Wildlife Park and see the wolf pack (a firm favourite) and many other animals formerly resident in the Highlands
123 locals recommend
RZSS Highland Wildlife Park
Animals are always a great attraction for children. Drive through the Wildlife Park and see the wolf pack (a firm favourite) and many other animals formerly resident in the Highlands
Take to the treetop trails and try the slides at the Landmark Centre. Use giant lenses to explore a micro-universe and encounter some of the most extraordinary creatures you'll ever see.
161 locals recommend
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
B9153Take to the treetop trails and try the slides at the Landmark Centre. Use giant lenses to explore a micro-universe and encounter some of the most extraordinary creatures you'll ever see.
Great for the younger members of the family to let off steam. You will find it just opposite the Estate Office at the southern end of the village
19 locals recommend
Tomintoul
Great for the younger members of the family to let off steam. You will find it just opposite the Estate Office at the southern end of the village
Food Scene
Mountain Cafe
Excellent food all day
Glenfiddich Distillery
The Malt Barn serves excellent food all day