SELECTED LINKS
The Highland Wildlife Park is a member
of the Cairngorms Attraction Group comprising of six very
special attractions within one very special place - the Cairngorms
National Park. Take some time to experience all this area
has to offer:
Cairngorm
Mountain - experience the magnificent Cairn Gorm from
the mountain railway. At 1.8km in length, the UK's longest
funicular railway rises 462m- the climatic equivalent of travelling
over 1,200km north towards the Arctic!
The
Highland Folk Museum - with sites at Newtonmore and Kingussie,
this award winning open air museum invites you to discover
the world of the Highlander through living history with costumed
interpreters and reconstructed buildings.
Landmark
Forest Theme Park - fun, discovery and adventure for all
ages at this multi-faceted attraction. Water slides and tree
top trails to woodland adventure areas and forestry heritage
demonstrations.
Rothiemurchus
Estate - activities, adventures and walks near Aviemore,
at one of the "100 most amazing places in the UK".
Spectacular scenery and a wide range of outdoor activities
as well as accommodation.
Strathspey
Steam Railway - Imagine yourself back in time as you journey
through beautiful Strathspey and experience the magic of steam
from Aviemore to Broomhill via boat of Garten.
Other local links and accommodation
providers:
www.visitaviemore.com
Visit this comprehensive site to help plan your break and
find out lots of interesting and up-to-date information about
the Aviemore area.
www.visitkincraig.com
Located approximately 2 miles from the Park, the quiet village
if Kincraig lies on the shores of Loch Insh. Walks, watersports,
birdwatching, accommodation.
www.kingussie.co.uk
3 miles from the Park, Kingussie is a busy town with excellent
rail and bus links.
www.newtonmore.com
Lying about 6 miles from the Park, Newtonmore houses the Highland
Folk Museum and the Clan MacPherson Museum. Rail and bus
links.
www.grantownonline.co.uk
Local community, business and tourism links for Grantown
on Spey (approx. 20 miles from the Park).
www.visitgrantown.co.uk
Grantown on Spey - accommodation, activities, shopping
and dining.
www.laggan.com
The real Glenbogle of Monarch of the Glen fame. A small
thriving community set in stunning scenery.
www.welcometoscotland.com
'Comprehensive guide to accommodation, attractions,
activities, events and eating out in the Cairngorm area.
www.speysidewildlife.co.uk
The Scottish tour operator offering wildlife watching
experiences to suit everyone.
www.meadowside-cottages.co.uk
Situated next to the entrance to the Highland Wildlife
Park, the Highland Country Cottages at Meadowside House,
Kincraig, offer very comfortable self-catering accommodation
with stunning views over Loch Insh to the Cairngorms
(Tel: 01540 651467).
www.highrange.co.uk
This scenic site, located in beautiful birch woodland
in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, offers a selection
of quality family holiday facilities, including Italian
restaurant, lodge hotel, self-catering chalets and caravan
park, tailored for all ages and ability.
www.HighlandHolidayCottages.com
Crubenbeg Highland Holiday Cottages offer luxury STB
4 star self catering holiday accommodation in the Cairngorms
National Park, Scotland Nr Aviemore. We offer Free Trout
Fishing, Golf Practice Area, Kids Games Room, Eco Friendly
Wood Burning Stoves & Free WiFi Broad Band.
www.aviemore-holiday-lodges.co.uk
Situated just 10 minutes walk from the centre of Aviemore,
these 3 bedroom log cabins offer luxurious self catering
accommodation.
www.highlandexecutivetours.co.uk
Highland Executive Tours is a small team of dedictaed
drivers that strive to give a quality taxi and tour
service throughout the Highlands. You can choose from
any of our custom tours or just let us know your requirements
and we will be happy to help. Vehicles range from 4-8
seaters.
www.ardlogie.co.uk
Ardlogie is a friendly, all en-suite, STB 3 star guest
house quietly situated beside the Spey yet within easy
walk of Aviemore's shops, bars & restaurants. 8
miles to the Park. Check availablility on-line.
www.badaguish.org
Badaguish Outdoor Centre is set in a clearing in the
pine forest just below Cairngorm Mountain. Mixed accommodation
on offer, from large luxury Forest Lodges to a rustic
bothy and scenic campsite. An exciting programme of
outdoor activities, both on and offsite, can be arranged
for guests or day visitors. The Centre also provides
activity holidays for individuals with learning and/or
physical disabilities in the purpose-built Lodge.
ASSOCIATED ORGANISATIONS
Wildlife Parks and Zoos
www.british-wildlife.co.uk
www.londonzoo.co.uk
www.marwell.org.uk
www.wildwoodtrust.org
www.zoowatch.freeserve.co.uk
ZooWatch is a UK webportal
to sites related to zoological parks and gardens in the UK
and Ireland.
Conservation Organisations and
Wildlife Trusts
John Muir Trust www.johnmuiraward.org
The Mammal Society www.mammal.org.uk
Mammals Trust UK www.mtuk.org
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds www.rspb.org
Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals www.scottishspca.org
Scottish Natural Heritage www.snh.org.uk
Scottish Wildlife Trust www.swt.org.uk
The Wildlife Trusts www.wildlifetrusts.org
World Society for the Protection of Animals www.wspa.org.uk
The Rare Breeds Survival Trust www.rare-breeds.com
National Federation of Badger Groups www.nfbg.org.uk
Deer UK website www.deer-uk.com
British Deer Society www.bds.org.uk
International Otter Survival Fund www.otter.org
Caring for the Scottish Wildcat www.scottishwildcats.co.uk
Wolf Society of Great Britain www.wolfsociety.org.uk
International Wolf Centre, Minnesota, USA www.wolf.org
Other Organisations
British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums www.biaza.org.uk
European Association of Zoos and Aquaria www.eaza.net
Zoolex Zoo Design Organisation www.zoolex.org
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