Cairngorms crackers

TOMINTOUL SQUARE

The 18th century planned village has a pretty square flanked by many Georgian and Victorian buildings.

MUSEUM & VISITOR CENTRE

Step back in time in this lovely little museum in Tomintoul’s Square and see how the people of yesteryear lived.

HIGHLAND GAMES

An event with a distinguished history takes place on Saturday, July 15. Car parking will be available.

WALKING

Glenlivet Estate has 20 waymarked walks to choose from in stunning landscapes. You’re spoiled for choice.

GORGE WALKING

The Bridge of Brown is the ideal spot to wade, swim, scramble and clamber up waterfalls, with a trained instructor.

WHISKY CASTLE

The finest malts have been sold here for more than a century. There are more than 500 to choose from.

MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS

Over the summer Lecht opens its chairlift to bikers who can try the Red Fox and Blue Hare trails.

HORSE RIDING

Tomintoul Riding Centre offers everything from short, guided off-road treks to trail-riding holidays.

ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND

At Glenlivet Estate, there’s loads of space for little ones with balance beams, a chain walk, shuffle bars and rocking logs.

CORGARFF CASTLE

This historic tower house is thought to have been built in 1550 before being converted into barracks in 1748.