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.laggan.com
The real Glenbogle of Monarch of the Glen fame. A small
thriving community set in stunning scenery.
Cairngorms
Walks
Cairngorm walks gives free details of a wide range of
walking routes across the Cairngorms region. Each walk
has a detailed description, photos and an OS map. The
site also features places to stay and what else to see.
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.aviemoreonline.com
Ravenscraig Guest House is a friendly, family run guest
house situated in Aviemore (approx. 8 miles from the
Park), within easy walking distance of all amenities.
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.theoldministershouse.co.uk
The Old Minister's House is a luxury high quality guest house
situated on the ski road to the Cairngorms at Rothiemurchus,
3/4 mile from Aviemore and approximately 8 miles from the
Park
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.selfcatering-aviemore.co.uk
20 Munro Place is a freshly decorated 3 bedroom bungalow furnished
in a modern style with all comforts of home. It is only a
few minutes walk from Aviemore town centre and Dalfaber Country
Estate. It can sleep up to 8 people. Long and short breaks
are available.
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.
www.exploringscotland.co.uk
Information of places to stay and things to do in Scotland..
www.braemarholidays.co.uk
4 star Bed and Breakfast and Self Catering in Fort William.
One hour's drive from the Park. Also at Tain and Isle of Harris.
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
Soay Sheep website in the USA www.soayfarms.com
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
Villayat "Wolf" Sunkmanitu
LRPS, Wildlife Photographer www.wolf1964.co.uk
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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