Discover Grantown

24/09/2024

Who's looking forward to this? 🙋‍♀️

23/09/2024

Grantown is full of interesting businesses and Discover Grantown is always delighted to provide an introduction on Meet the Business Monday.

This week, we visit one of our award-winning shops on the High Street - the much-loved Ewe & Me, where the shelves (and windows) are always full of treasures!

Owner Janet Hartree says: "Ewe & Me started in Gairloch in 1982, hoping to fill the gift shopping needs of both the locals and visitors. That still is the aim today. We fill the shop with the best Scottish crafts and gifts we can find and those we love from further afield.

"We have hand painted pottery from Highland Stoneware, jewellery from Sheila Fleet Orkney, handmade bothies and silk scarves, and aromatherapy soaps. Also, handbags, purses and toiletries. And we always have clothes for the changing seasons."

"We are always ready to welcome you.'

20/09/2024

Wish you were here? 🍹🧉

19/09/2024

Glorious day here in Grantown!

14/09/2024

Who recognises these fantastic places in Grantown?! ❤️

12/09/2024

Feels like autumn is here and we're dreaming of long walks in the forests. The light will turn magical in the next few weeks, especially with the sun setting earlier. Love the tall pines at golden hour!

Thanks to .chance on IG for letting us share this picture.

10/09/2024

Do you know your blockbusters from your box office flops? Are you a bit of a film quiz wizard? Why not come along to the Grantown Cinema Quiz on the 21st September at 7pm, tables of four. Booking ahead is essential, price includes buffet style snacks and there's a licensed bar too. More details below!

09/09/2024

Hope you enjoyed the small burst of sunshine at the weekend!

Today's Meet the Business is a new member of the Grantown Business Association.

There’s been a pretty addition to Grantown Caravan Park – a cute wee cupboard that is full of delicious treats. Heather runs Little bakes cake cupboard , adding sweet treats to the cupboard every day. And she’s now supplying Fiona's Wholefoods and Refills with some of her bakes as well!

Heather said: “I have always loved baking, there’s nothing quite like cake to bring pleasure and joy and a sometimes much needed moment of calm.

“Whether it's a quiet moment with a cup of tea or spending quality time with friends and family, cake makes everything better! I started little bakes cake cupboard with the aim of making quality fresh cake readily available and bringing that comforting feeling to everyday life.

“My little cake cupboard has been lovingly decorated to encompass that peaceful vibe and creating a little cake haven. Based at Grantown on Spey Caravan Park, there’s no crowds or queues or noisy tills, just you and the simple pleasure of choosing your cake and enjoying your own little mindful moment.”

You can find little bakes cake cupboard outside reception at Grantown on Spey Caravan Park now!

02/09/2024

Happy Monday to you all! Instead of Meet the Business, today we're inviting you to meet the artists.

There is no shortage of artistic talent in Strathspey and next week, you will be able to go behind the scenes of a host of creative studios in the town and beyond.

North East Open Studios (NEOS) is an annual event that showcases artists and makers across the north-east. A total of 300 people will open the doors of their workspaces to the public from September 7 to 15.

And this year, there is a significant cluster in Grantown, Nethy Bridge and Boat of Garten. You might start to notice a few yellow signs around the place, directing you to the venues. But there's also a handy guidebook that you can pick up at various places around the town.

The full list of Strathspey creatives taking part in NEOS is: Jane Fox (Wildcat Pots), Helen Geddes, Angus Grant, Jess Greaves, Wendy Grosvenor, Jess Greaves, Naomi Huq, Rona Kant, Graham Niven, Chris Rose, Ian Williams, Sheena Wilson and Joanna Wilson.

We'd suggest making a day of it and following this creative trail around the town and through Strathspey, enjoying breaks at some of our wonderful cafes along the way.

30/08/2024

Show off your moves at this family ceilidh on Sunday afternoon! 🎶🎵🎶

28/08/2024

Sunday marks the return of the Greentown Show, our annual showcase of ways to lead more sustainable lives.

Sustainable Strathspey will host the event in the Square, with a host of businesses and organisations ready to give you advice on energy efficiency, green transports and updates on efforts to save the Scottish Wildcat. Stallholders include the Cairngorms National Park Authority, Home Energy Scotland, Growbiz and the Grantown Initiative.

And to round off the day, there will be a family-friendly ceilidh at the British Legion to raise funds for Anagach Woods Trust. Music will be provided by Hamish Napier and Eric Pirie. See you on the dancefloor!

26/08/2024

Time to meet another Grantown business and this week, it’s a company offering help to other business who want to get their brand and product seen.

Jennifer Macdonald-Nethercott is chartered marketer and owns Strath Communications. She is dedicated to helping local businesses across the North of Scotland bring their sustainability messages to life and engage with their target audience.

She is dedicated to helping local businesses in the Highlands and across the North of Scotland bring their sustainability messages to life and engage with their target audience.

Jennifer says: “My passion is saving the planet, one business at a time.
“I want to bring sustainable thinking into all the marketing I do, to effect positive change and ensure their businesses are future-proof, and to help businesses by marketing effectively to their customers with maximum impact.

“I work with new and established businesses that may not have the time or internal resources to dedicate to their marketing and achieve their potential growth. Businesses that are ready to make a difference, are passionate about their products and services and want to share their stories with customers in an authentic and engaging way.

“I’ve been working in marketing for over 23 years! I’ve worked in industries from food and drink, tourism and hospitality, to the automotive sector. Each one has brought more experiences on which to draw and bring to your business. I understand the challenges faced when running a business and provide flexible, tailor-made marketing solutions that work for you and your business.”

Read more about Jennifer’s approach to marketing
https://strathcomms.co.uk

24/08/2024

A reminder that you can track the bikes' progress throughout the afternoon. See you on the High Street later!

Want to track the bikes on Saturday?
The URL is track.trail.live/event/thunder-in-the-glen

21/08/2024

Can you hear the roar yet? 🏍

It's that time of year again when the Harleys hit the road to the Highlands for Thunder in the Glens.

Grantown will be welcoming the rideout on Saturday, with thousands of bikes expected to make the trip. You can see part of the route on our map.

It's a fantastic day out and out wonderful High Street businesses will be open all day while you wait for the riders to arrive.

And you can even track the bikers so that you know exactly when they are due in the town! Go to http://track.trail.live/event/thunder-in-the-glen throughout the day to find out where they are!

19/08/2024

It’s Meet the Business Monday here in Grantown, a regular series dedicated to introducing you to some of the members of the town’s business association.

Grant Arms Hotel is a long-established resident of the Square, with many years experiences of welcoming UK and international guests and tour groups. Built in 1765, this four-star establishment is renowned for its past royal visitors and for its excellent food – did you know the restaurant was awarded one AA Rosette? You can enjoy bar lunches from Monday to Saturday and Sunday lunch is served from 12noon until 2pm.

With 51 bedrooms, the hotel is also wheelchair-accessible, with three enabled rooms for disabled guests. There are also a number of rooms that have a walk-in shower.
The hotel is also dog friendly, although furry guests are not allowed in the restaurant – the bar, however is open to those with pets. Marion Muller, the general manager since April 2023, said: “We are also establishing a whisky snug for private tastings."

And of course, the hotel is also known for its status as a wildlife hotel, offering unique experiences to its guests through the Bird and Wildlife Watching Club. As well as local wildlife guides being on hand to give advice on where to go, the BWWC offers a range of walks and field trips. And there are regular celebrity-led wildlife holidays, including breaks with Nigel Marven, Nick Baker, Iolo Williams and David Lindo. The club has an extensive library of books and publications for guests and most evenings, there are showings of wildlife documentaries. Guides also give evening talks (which are sometimes open to the general public)

12/08/2024

Today's Meet the Business feature is sure to have you salivating....

Welcome to FEAST Tulchan - a restaurant rooted firmly within the estate.

If it has been reared, grown, harvested, farmed or foraged on Tulchan, expect to see it headlining the FEAST menu throughout the year.

The estate says: "As the name may suggest, we serve FEAST style; large sharing plates, plenty of sides and a selection of mains for a set price (£50). There is no menu – let us know of any dietary requirements when you book, then all you have to do is arrive, and let us surprise you with inspirational creations from the kitchen."

The restaurant is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings & Sunday lunch Visit www.tulchan.com/feast for more information.

And you can also take Tulchan home!

The estate says: "We are incredibly lucky to have a wonderful larder of seasonal, sustainable ingredients on the Estate, which you can now take home in a monthly subscription meat box (£67.50). Made up of a selection of prime and every day cuts, the boxes may contain beef, lamb, hoggat, venison or other game as well as recipe suggestions from our kitchen. The box will contain whatever is freshly available from the Estate and will all be fresh allowing you to freeze it as you wish.

Visit www.tulchan.com/estate-produce and follow

09/08/2024

07/08/2024

Lovely interview with one of our brilliant GBA members - well done Rebecca!

The Red Sock Launderette & Cleaning Service
Red Tag Admin & Bookkeeping Services

Rebecca Mackellar begun by operating an outdoor centre and accommodation business but has since moved on to new ventures.

05/08/2024

It’s Monday and we’ve got another intriguing Grantown business to tell you all about.

Highland Quietlife helps you find a moment of calm within your busy life. Owner Cath Wright leads forest bathing in the woodlands of the Cairngorms National Park. Forest bathing – also known as shinrin-yoku – is the practice of immersing yourself in nature.

Cath runs sessions throughout the year and at all times of the day – she’s even staged sunrise, full moon and star gazing events. And she collaborates with other practitioners for laughter yoga, pilates and more.

She also runs a monthly forest therapy group on the first Sunday of the month. Meet Cath at the Grantown Medical Centre’s Health Woods at 10.30am for this two hour session.

Find out more at www.highlandquietlife.co.uk

29/07/2024

This week’s Meet the Business Monday focusses on a long-established firm, providing a vital service at one of our most vulnerable times. 🤍🤍

John Ross Funeral Services has cared for families across Badenoch and Strathspey since 1889. Now it is proudly led by Nikki Ross, the 5th generation of the Ross family to run the business. She believes that each funeral service should be as unique as the person being honoured.

Nikki said: “We offer the highest level of care for your loved one in our purpose-built funeral home with a fully equipped modern mortuary and chapel of rest. Our offices in Grantown and Kingussie offer a welcoming space for the families in our care.

“Blending traditional values with modern practices, we are committed to being eco-conscious, using hybrid vehicles to reduce our carbon footprint.
“We offer funeral pre-planning through Golden Charter Funeral Plans or holding Records of wishes.
“With five generations of experience, you can rely on us to get it right, every single time.”
Nikki and her professional team are here to support you every step of the way, ensuring every detail is handled with care and expertise.

Find out more on our website www.johnrossfuneralservices.com

22/07/2024

For this week’s Meet the Business Monday, we’re introducing a business that will help you navigate the intricacies of the planning system.

The Town Planner is an award-winning independent town planning consultancy. Run by Jane and Peter Shepherd, the company has been helping people and businesses in the local area and beyond with their town planning since September 2018.

Jane is a Chartered Town Planner with more than 36 years of experience across all sectors of town planning and dealing with all types and scales of development. She gained this rare mix of knowledge and skills during 30 years working for local planning authorities across the UK. She has a thorough understanding of how the planning system works and has a strong insight into the issues that arise and apply from both an applicant and objector’s perspective. This gives Jane the unique ability to cut through the jargon and complexities of town planning, to guide clients through the planning process and deliver solutions.

Peter provides various services including the survey and preparation of floor plans for change of use applications (including short term lets).

Together they are the friendly and helpful face of town planning.