04/01/2008

What's on in Aviemore and the Cairngorms. What's on in Januray & February


Aviemore Highland Holiday Cottages
The many and varied attractions in this part of the Highlands appeal to visitors with a very wide range of interests. The vistscotland video shows this...click here to watch Visit Scotland Video. Accordingly in these pages we aim to give you a short, comprehensive & informative summary of what is available to you. Once you've made your plans, if you'd like us to find out some more or make arrangements for you, please just ask. We'll happily do the arranging, leaving you to concentrate on the enjoying!!
Winter is Here


- this our list of whats on in Januray & February-

Aviemore Sled Dog Rally

When: 19th & 20th January 2008

Where: Glenmore Forest Park,

Aviemore Every year, mushers from throughout the UK gather in the forests around Aviemore for one of the most challenging and prestigious of the British Siberian Husky Club's series of rallies - always hoping for plenty of the white stuff to make it a real arctic experience. And, even if there's no snow at ground level for the event, the races will still go on with mushers using a three-wheeled rig that looks like a bike without a seat.



Scottish Snowdrop Festival

When: 1st February - 16th March 2008

Where: Throughout Scotland

VisitScotland has teamed up with National Trust for Scotland, Scotland's Gardens Scheme and gardens around the country to bring you the second Scottish Snowdrop Festival. Find time to head outdoors and marvel at these beautiful little plants, set against the backdrop of some of Scotland's most captivating castles, gardens and stately homes. Read more about this event


Fort William Mountain Festival

When: 15th February - 23rd February 2008

Where: Fort William

A two-week celebration of mountains and the culture that surrounds them! During the best winter walking and climbing conditions of the year, the Festival offers a varied and very full programme of lectures, films, activities, exhibitions, plays and music to entertain visitors to the UK's outdoor capital. Read more about this event


Inverness Music Festival

When: 18th February - 6th March 2008

Where: Inverness

Inverness's Music Festival is a competitive event attracting over 1000 entrants to venues throughout the city. Prizes are awarded in a multitude of styles across Vocal, Instrumental, Speech, Gaelic and Scottish disciplines. Read more about this event

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