WildStuff Scotland

08/11/2024

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A real treat to see these Konik ponies on the Invertromie Meadows today. They are used for conservation grazing and were very friendly! Just a short walk away from Aonach.

01/11/2024

Dark nights mean a whole new feel to our bike rides at this time of year. Familiar routes feel completely different, and the experience of riding through a silent forest in the dark is just awesome!

31/10/2024

Would you follow the path into the dark, dark woods? Alone?

30/10/2024

We're making the most of these calm autumn days to get out and swim in some of our beautiful local lochs. Being able to swim next to a ruined castle on an island is very special.

27/10/2024

Loch Morlich, framed by the trees growing along the shoreline.

25/10/2024

The RSPB viewpoint at Invertromie is a great vantage point looking out over the Insh Marshes towards Kingussie and the Monadhliath. We saw deer, swans, a jay and a robin on our visit.

25/10/2024

Whether you choose the Dartmouth Steam Railway, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway or another Santa express, these Christmas trains in the UK won’t disappoint.

24/10/2024

The Moray Coast is easily reached in around 90 minutes from Aonach if you feel like heading out of the mountains for a day. There are sandy and rocky beaches, surfing, some lovely walking & cycling routes, and a good chance of spotting dolphins from the coast 🐬

23/10/2024

There are exceptional amounts of berries on the rowan trees this autumn. The rowan is regarded as a protective tree and is steeped in folklore - see this article by Trees for Life to find out more:

https://treesforlife.org.uk/into-the-forest/trees-plants-animals/trees/rowan/rowan-mythology-and-folklore/

23/10/2024

**January 2025 Offer**
We’re giving away a £50 gift voucher for the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park to the first booking at Aonach in January 2025 for 7 nights or longer, booked through our website (link in bio). T&Cs are on our website.

22/10/2024

As the clocks go back on 27 October mountain safety experts are asking outdoor enthusiasts, just how well do you know your head torch? Mountaineering Scotland says,

21/10/2024

Autumn colours and a double rainbow during a brief shower in Glen Feshie.

20/10/2024

Dark skies ahead of Storm Ashley today.

19/10/2024

Aspen trees showing off their gorgeous autumn colours at the Invertromie RSPB reserve. Will there be any leaves left on the trees after Storm Ashley?

17/10/2024

A calm start to the day at Loch Morlich.

16/10/2024

The Cairngorms - Home to 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗖𝗬𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗖𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 🚴
This October get out and explore with the family...
🚴 Family friendly routes
❤️ Stunning landscapes
🐿 Spotting wildlife as you go
🚴‍♂️ Brilliant bike shops
☕ Vibrant villages offering a fantastic welcome and great fuel stops 🍰
🔃 Trails at Glenlivet Mountain Bike Trail Centre, Cairngorm Mountain Resort & Laggan Wolftrax Centre
🆙Sender Bike Park
↪️Woodland Wheels Pump Track, Boat of Garten

Trails mapped here ⤵
https://www.visitcairngorms.com/things-to-do/adventure-outdoors/mountain-biking-cycling/cycle/

16/10/2024

Turkmenian Markhor at the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park enjoying the warm autumn sunshine, with early snow on the hills in the background.

16/10/2024