The contrasting landscape of Moray Speyside presents multiple opportunities for adrenaline junkies and sports enthusiasts. A rugged coastline and mountains provide the perfect backdrop for climbing, mountain biking, rafting, sailing and hiking; whilst the rolling slopes and flatlands lend themselves ideally to gentler activities of walking, golfing and cycling.
Moray’s low rainfall, warm sunshine and mild coastal airs make our golf courses playable all year round. From classic coastal links at Moray and Cullen to courses with grand views of the hills, such as the course at Rothes, Moray Speyside is the perfect holiday destination for golf-loving visitors. Check out more on the Moray Speyside Golf website
Moray Speyside is also a fabulous place for road cyclists, with a wide range of routes offering something for cyclist of all abilities, from short, circular routes to epic adventures in the remote hills and valleys of Speyside and the Cairngorms.
The Cabrach Discovery Trail is a 2km pathway around Inverharroch Farm, home of the Cabrach Trust. Along the trail there are views of the Lower Cabrach, a wildflower meadow and nature hide. The trail offers a relaxing walk from the Old Smiddy, along the River Charroch and beside the River Deveron, it then continues on […]
Enjoy Salmon Fishing at Logie Estate on the River Findhorn in Moray Speyside Scotland Scotland is the home of salmon fishing, famed for its beautiful rivers and magnificent scenery and salmon fishing on the River Findhorn at Logie is no exception. The estate offers interesting and exciting fishing on the beautiful River Findhorn, covering a […]
Glen Moray whisky distillery is small, friendly, and informal based in the heart of Elgin, the historical capital of Speyside. The distillery is over a century old, and a lot has changed. However, the ingredients, processes, and the skills of those responsible for producing this finest quality single malt whisky remain the same. Glen Moray […]
Tomintoul scotch whisky Distillery is situated high up in the Speyside national park in Tomintoul and is surrounded by some great scenery. Tomintoul Distillery was built in 1964. This distillery uses traditional techniques that stretch back hundreds of years, to make their award-winning single malt, “the gentle dram”. The natural environment, fresh air and pure […]
Course Information Ballindalloch Castle Golf Course, with its nine holes and 18 tees, provides a fair test for golfers of all standards. The golf course is set on the banks of the Avon River, among 150-year-old trees and with marvellous views of the surrounding purple heather-clad hills and native birch woods. This Ballindalloch course was […]
Based in the centre of Elgin (the capital of Morayshire, close to the Cooper Park), Moray Motor Museum is housed in a light and airy old mill building, part of which dates back to the era of the Cathedral when the Bishops of Moray ruled Moravia and was used by them as a grain mill. […]
If you’re looking for an enjoyable day out in North-East Scotland, visit our beautiful Walled Garden at Gordon Castle, Fochabers, which is being lovingly restored to its former glory. With our Cafe serving home cooked food fresh from our Walled Garden, and a children’s play, it’s perfect for a family day out in Speyside. The […]
Our superb selection of cultural, scenic and culinary tours are specially created to showcase our wonderful country and finest Scottish produce. They are designed to make the most of your time and to give you an authentic experience of Scotland. These tours whisk you through the most essential sights of Scotland and include award-winning samples […]
The Best Adventures in the UK – White water rafting Here at Ace Adventures & Hideaways, we offer the best white-water rafting in the UK and other adventure activities from our glamping and camping site in Moray, Scotland. Based in Moray, on the Logie Estate by the River Findhorn in the highlands of Scotland, UK. The area offers spectacular […]
Deep in Speyside, Knockando Woolmill continues a 200-year-old tradition, producing woven fabric on its historic looms. Knockando Woolmill has been at the heart of the local community. Listed as the ‘Wauk Mill’ in parish records from 1784, the mill has since kept its traditions of spinning and weaving through generations of families. The Mill’s historic […]
We recommend booking online in advance to guarantee entry. This magnificent ruin dates to the 13th Century and is one of the most beautiful medieval buildings in Scotland. It is the only Cathedral in Moray. Almost destroyed in 1390 by Alexander Stewart, the infamous ‘Wolf of Badenoch’. You can see the bishop’s home at Spynie […]
Discover the warm-hearted spirit of the Speyside home where premium whisky is created, evoking ripe orchard fruit, fresh grass, and mellow cereal. Come experience the warmest of welcomes, the heartfelt embrace of Cardhu. Cardhu Distillery was successfully run by two generations of pioneering women. Helen and Elizabeth Cumming were treasured for their determination, skill, generosity, […]
Interactive Visitor Centre featuring Sea King helicopter, Nimrod aircraft section, plus other aircraft cockpits. Large internal display area featuring aviation exhibits as well as a 7 metre diameter mobile planetarium. Planetarium is a unique attraction in its own right with shows giving visitors and exciting wrap around audio-visual experience from Moray’s night sky, to a […]
Originally a nine-hole course, Hopeman Golf Course was extended in 1985 making it one of the most demanding links courses in the North of Scotland. Most fairways are guarded by gorse and broom, adding an additional challenge to members and visitors alike. The 517-yard 4th hole (par 5) has recently been changed to a dog […]
In 1898 our founder John Duff chose to open his new distillery on the site of the old Riach Farm. Ruggedly beautiful, the Benriach Distillery draws its water from the mineral-rich aquifer deep beneath the grounds. Benriach is a hidden Speyside gem distilling in three distinct styles – classic unpeated, Highland peated and triple distilled […]
