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SUMMARY:A Highland Midweek getaway with Birding Ecosse and the Grant Arms Hotel.
DESCRIPTION:*** Only 2 Spaces remaining*** \n\n***All this for only £660 per person!***\n\nSo what is included?\nThree nights full board (Dinner\, Bed and Breakfast). \nDelicious packed Lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday. \nBoat trip to RSPB Troup Head \nTea/Coffee morning and afternoon Tuesday and Wednesday. \nAll transport on outings. \nAll guiding fees. \nComplimentary Check List \nUse of binoculars if required. \nWhat’s not included:\nTransport to and from the hotel \nDrinks at hotel \nPersonal insurance \nTravel Insurance (Recommended) \nItems of a personal nature \nEmail: birdingecosse1@gmail.com \nClick the link below for full details: \nJuly 2026 – Midweek
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/a-highland-midweek-getaway-with-birding-ecosse-and-the-grant-arms-hotel-6/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birding Ecosse - Dave Slater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
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CREATED:20260213T091227Z
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SUMMARY:Natural History of the Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Highland’s “Wildlife Hotel”\, The Grant Arms to discover some of the special Natural History of the Highlands. From Orchids to Dragonflies and Dolphins\, we offer a special opportunity to see some of the key species found in the region as well as the birds. Each day we visit a different habitat from Highland glens\, ancient Caledonian pine forest\, upland moors to the coast\, taking in some of special plants\, insects\, animals and birds particular to the Scottish Highlands. Some of the key species we hope to find include the beautiful Twinflower\, One-flowered Wintergreen\, Creeping Ladies Tresses\, Coralroot Orchid\, Lesser Twayblade\, White-faced Darter\, Northern Damselfly\, Northern Brown Argus and Mountain Ringlet amongst many others. The breaks are aimed at beginners and experts alike with a love of natural history\, as a chance to explore a wide variety of species and habitats of the Highlands in the time available. They aren’t intended to be intensive field studies in one particular specialist area\, but an opportunity to sample a selection of the flora and fauna of the Highlands and some of the species special to that region with a local guide. \nTo make a booking: \nEmail: info@highlandnature.co.uk\nTel: 01479821357\nOutside UK: +44 1479 821357\nMobile: 07875 094666 \nPrice £875pp
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/natural-history-of-the-highlands-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Highland Nature - John Poyner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260811
DTSTAMP:20260313T155154Z
CREATED:20260313T155154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T155154Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Ecosse August Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join Birding Ecosse on this four night\, three day fully guided birdwatching weekend at the magnificent Wildlife Hotel\, The Grant Arms situated in Grantown on Spey. \nOn this tour we visit a variety of habitats giving you the best possible chance of seeing some of the many birds we have in the area. This tour includes a day trip on the Calmac MV Seaforth crossing from Ullapool to Stornoway in search of Pelagic birds. (Please note this is a non landing trip\, you will not have time to browse around Stornoway) \nTransport in a comfortable modern air conditioned vehicle with a maximum of 4 clients. \nWhat’s included?  Dinner bed and breakfast at the Grant Arms Hotel\, delicious packed lunches on birding days\, tea – coffees and sweet snacks on birding days\, all transport and guiding on birding days\, free loan of binoculars and use of Swarovski telescopes.  Complimentary Check list. For full details please see the link below. \nTo book please contact Dave Slater at Birding Ecosse: Landline  01309 671479  Mobile 07955336955 \nEmail: birdingecosse1@gmail.com \nAugust 2026 – Weekend – Birding Ecosse
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/birding-ecosse-august-weekend/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birding Ecosse - Dave Slater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260814
DTSTAMP:20260313T161916Z
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SUMMARY:Mountains to the Sea Short Break
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Highland’s Four Star “Wildlife Hotel”\, The Grant Arms for a spectacular summer birding four night break. As well as three full days fully guided birding\, you also have exclusive use of all the facilities provided by the Birdwatching & Wildlife Club (BWWC) during your stay. This includes an extensive Natural History library and Club room full of local wildlife information as well as a sightings board. A wildlife film is shown most evenings as well as regular talks when scheduled during one of our breaks. There’s also the chance to meet other birders or groups staying at the hotel to catch up with their sightings and compare notes\, all adding to the atmosphere your stay. Also as the hotel is situated in the town numerous shops and facilities are all within easy walking distance…. \nFrom the Cairngorms to the Hebrides in one tour! The Minch in August has become one of the best seabird and cetacean experiences in Scotland and we will be joining the CalMac ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway for a full day crossing as well as exploring the Cairngorms National Park specialities. \n\nTo make a booking: \nEmail: info@highlandnature.co.uk\nTel: 01479821357\nOutside UK: +44 1479 821357\nMobile: 07875 094666 \nCost £895
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/mountains-to-the-sea-short-break/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Highland Nature - John Poyner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260814
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SUMMARY:Birding Ecosse Midweek Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Join Birding Ecosse on this three night\, two day fully guided birdwatching midweek break at the magnificent Wildlife Hotel\, The Grant Arms situated in Grantown on Spey. \nOn this tour we visit a variety of habitats giving you the best possible chance of seeing some of the many birds we have in the area. This tour includes a day trip on the Calmac MV Seaforth crossing from Ullapool to Stornoway in search of Pelagic birds. (Please note this is a non landing trip\, you will not have time to browse around Stornoway) \nTransport in a comfortable modern airconditioned vehicle with a maximum of 4 clients. \nWhat’s included?  Dinner bed and breakfast at the Grant Arms Hotel\, delicious packed lunches on birding days\, tea – coffees and sweet snacks on birding days\, all transport and guiding on birding days\, free loan of binoculars and use of Swarovski telescopes.  Complimentary Check list. For full details please see the link below. \nTo book please contact Dave Slater at Birding Ecosse: Landline  01309 671479  Mobile 07955336955 \nEmail: birdingecosse1@gmail.com \nhttps://birdingecosse.co.uk/august-2026-midweek/
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/birding-ecosse-midweek-holiday/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birding Ecosse - Dave Slater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260825
DTSTAMP:20260313T155243Z
CREATED:20260313T155243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T155243Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Ecosse August Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join Birding Ecosse on this four night\, three day fully guided birdwatching weekend at the magnificent Wildlife Hotel\, The Grant Arms situated in Grantown on Spey. \nOn this tour we visit a variety of habitats giving you the best possible chance of seeing some of the many birds we have in the area. This tour includes a day trip on the Calmac MV Seaforth crossing from Ullapool to Stornoway in search of Pelagic birds. (Please note this is a non landing trip\, you will not have time to browse around Stornoway) \nTransport in a comfortable modern air conditioned vehicle with a maximum of 4 clients. \nWhat’s included?  Dinner bed and breakfast at the Grant Arms Hotel\, delicious packed lunches on birding days\, tea – coffees and sweet snacks on birding days\, all transport and guiding on birding days\, free loan of binoculars and use of Swarovski telescopes.  Complimentary Check list. For full details please see the link below. \nTo book please contact Dave Slater at Birding Ecosse: Landline  01309 671479  Mobile 07955336955 \nEmail: birdingecosse1@gmail.com \nAugust 2026 – Weekend – Birding Ecosse
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/birding-ecosse-august-weekend-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birding Ecosse - Dave Slater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260828
DTSTAMP:20260313T155449Z
CREATED:20260313T155449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T155449Z
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SUMMARY:Birding Ecosse Midweek Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Join Birding Ecosse on this three night\, two day fully guided birdwatching midweek break at the magnificent Wildlife Hotel\, The Grant Arms situated in Grantown on Spey. \nOn this tour we visit a variety of habitats giving you the best possible chance of seeing some of the many birds we have in the area. This tour includes a day trip on the Calmac MV Seaforth crossing from Ullapool to Stornoway in search of Pelagic birds. (Please note this is a non landing trip\, you will not have time to browse around Stornoway) \nTransport in a comfortable modern airconditioned vehicle with a maximum of 4 clients. \nWhat’s included?  Dinner bed and breakfast at the Grant Arms Hotel\, delicious packed lunches on birding days\, tea – coffees and sweet snacks on birding days\, all transport and guiding on birding days\, free loan of binoculars and use of Swarovski telescopes.  Complimentary Check list. For full details please see the link below. \nTo book please contact Dave Slater at Birding Ecosse: Landline  01309 671479  Mobile 07955336955 \nEmail: birdingecosse1@gmail.com \nhttps://birdingecosse.co.uk/august-2026-midweek/
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/birding-ecosse-midweek-holiday-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birding Ecosse - Dave Slater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTSTAMP:20260213T091509Z
CREATED:20260213T091509Z
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SUMMARY:Migration Special & Seabirds Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Highland’s Four Star “Wildlife Hotel”\, The Grant Arms for a spectacular autumn birdwatching four night break. As well as three full days fully inclusive guided birding\, you also have exclusive use of all the facilities provided by the Birdwatching & Wildlife Club (BWWC) during your stay. This includes an extensive Natural History library and Club room full of local wildlife information as well as a sightings board. A wildlife film is shown most evenings as well as regular talks when scheduled during one of our breaks. There’s also the chance to meet other birders or groups staying at the hotel to catch up with their sightings and compare notes\, all adding to the atmosphere your stay. Also as the hotel is situated in the town numerous shops and facilities are all within easy walking distance…. \nSeptember sees autumn migration at its peak and as well a chance to catch up with some Scottish specialities we will spend more time exploring some of the fantastic lesser known coastal habitats of the Highlands\, Aberdeenshire or Moray in search of migrants as well as superb cruise across the Minch to Stornoway for seabirds and cetaceans! With probably 100 plus species over the three days we will focus on getting to grips with ID\, especially for those tricky waders and seabirds. \nDay 1 : Arrival. We meet up for an evening introduction at the hotel before dinner. \nDay 2 : Our first day is spent locally in and around Strathspey\, visiting the forests\, lochs and moors for a wealth of species and some classic Scottish specialities such as Crested Tits and Scottish/Parrot Crossbills and local Black Grouse leks.  We then visit the famous Findhorn Valley (Strathdearn)\, a classic Highland Glen\, in search of Golden and White-tailed Eagles as well as other raptors\, Mountain Hare\, Red Squirrel and Wild Goats. By the late September break\, Red Deer should be beginning their rut on the high crags\, and the sight of roaring Stags echoing through the glen not to be missed. \nDay 3 : We head across to some of the rich coastal habitats of the Outer Moray Firth\, a landscape of vast sky-scapes\, beautiful beaches\, river estuaries and secluded migrant hot spots. Depending on the birds\, we may visit the speactacular Findhorn Bay and the estuary of the Spey\, where a host of waders pass through at this time of year or check some of the many migrant hotspots. It’s a day with potentially a species list of 50+ so plenty to find on our travels.\n​\n Day 4 : We join the CalMac ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway for a non-landing sea-watching cruise out across the Minch and back. Black Guillemot\, Puffin\, Skuas\, Shearwaters\, Storm Petrel and Terns as well as many other seabirds can be expected. Common\, Risso’s\, Bottle-nosed as well as other rarer species of Dolphin are often spotted and even a chance of Minke Whale. A superb day out at sea in the comfort of a modern ferry\, facilities include viewing lounge\, cafe and restaurant should you wish to take a break from scanning from the deck. \nDay 5 :  Departure \nTo make a booking: \nEmail: info@highlandnature.co.uk\nTel: 01479821357\nOutside UK: +44 1479 821357\nMobile: 07875 094666 \nPrice : £890pp
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/migration-special-seabirds-cruise/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Highland Nature - John Poyner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260213T091628Z
CREATED:20260213T091628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T091628Z
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SUMMARY:Migration Special & Seabirds Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Highland’s Four Star “Wildlife Hotel”\, The Grant Arms for a spectacular autumn birdwatching four night break. As well as three full days fully inclusive guided birding\, you also have exclusive use of all the facilities provided by the Birdwatching & Wildlife Club (BWWC) during your stay. This includes an extensive Natural History library and Club room full of local wildlife information as well as a sightings board. A wildlife film is shown most evenings as well as regular talks when scheduled during one of our breaks. There’s also the chance to meet other birders or groups staying at the hotel to catch up with their sightings and compare notes\, all adding to the atmosphere your stay. Also as the hotel is situated in the town numerous shops and facilities are all within easy walking distance…. \nSeptember sees autumn migration at its peak and as well a chance to catch up with some Scottish specialities we will spend more time exploring some of the fantastic lesser known coastal habitats of the Highlands\, Aberdeenshire or Moray in search of migrants as well as superb cruise across the Minch to Stornoway for seabirds and cetaceans! With probably 100 plus species over the three days we will focus on getting to grips with ID\, especially for those tricky waders and seabirds. \nDay 1 : Arrival. We meet up for an evening introduction at the hotel before dinner. \nDay 2 : Our first day is spent locally in and around Strathspey\, visiting the forests\, lochs and moors for a wealth of species and some classic Scottish specialities such as Crested Tits and Scottish/Parrot Crossbills and local Black Grouse leks.  We then visit the famous Findhorn Valley (Strathdearn)\, a classic Highland Glen\, in search of Golden and White-tailed Eagles as well as other raptors\, Mountain Hare\, Red Squirrel and Wild Goats. By the late September break\, Red Deer should be beginning their rut on the high crags\, and the sight of roaring Stags echoing through the glen not to be missed. \nDay 3 : We head across to some of the rich coastal habitats of the Outer Moray Firth\, a landscape of vast sky-scapes\, beautiful beaches\, river estuaries and secluded migrant hot spots. Depending on the birds\, we may visit the speactacular Findhorn Bay and the estuary of the Spey\, where a host of waders pass through at this time of year or check some of the many migrant hotspots. It’s a day with potentially a species list of 50+ so plenty to find on our travels.\n​\n Day 4 : We join the CalMac ferry from Ullapool to Stornoway for a non-landing sea-watching cruise out across the Minch and back. Black Guillemot\, Puffin\, Skuas\, Shearwaters\, Storm Petrel and Terns as well as many other seabirds can be expected. Common\, Risso’s\, Bottle-nosed as well as other rarer species of Dolphin are often spotted and even a chance of Minke Whale. A superb day out at sea in the comfort of a modern ferry\, facilities include viewing lounge\, cafe and restaurant should you wish to take a break from scanning from the deck. \nDay 5 :  Departure \nTo make a booking: \nEmail: info@highlandnature.co.uk\nTel: 01479821357\nOutside UK: +44 1479 821357\nMobile: 07875 094666\nPrice : £890pp
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/migration-special-seabirds-cruise-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Highland Nature - John Poyner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261003
DTSTAMP:20260213T092153Z
CREATED:20260213T092153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T092153Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Break with Mike Dilger
DESCRIPTION:Join Mike Dilger on a week of all things wild and natural. \nLook for our Autumn and Winter wildlife including flocks of sea ducks\, divers\, waders\, geese and so much more.  Other sightings could include Black and Red Grouse and Mountain Hare in the Cairngorms. Golden Eagle\, White-tailed Eagle and Red Deer in the Monadhliaths; and Crested Tit\, Crossbill and Red Squirrel in the Forests.  Sea Duck\, Divers\, Geese\, Waders and Dolphins will be returning to the Moray Firth and Mike will be looking for plants and invertebrates too. 100+ species are expected on this all-inclusive 5 full day guided special week. \nIncluded in the price:- \n\n6 nights full board accommodation at the famous Grant Arms Hotel\, Grantown-on-Spey in a Superior Room.\nGuided trips out every day with Mike Dilger and one of our own local wildlife guides (subject to numbers).\nEvening Programme including an evening talk by Mike\, films and a fun quiz\nEvening at the Speyside Wildlife Hide\nFine Scottish Dinner Menu\nHouse Wine/soft drinks with Dinner\nAll entry fees included\nNo single supplement\nFree pick-ups from Aviemore Station or Inverness Airport\n\nPrice £1689.00 per person \nPlease call our Reception Team on 01479 872526 to book your place
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/guided-break-with-mike-dilger/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Mike Dilger
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20260213T091816Z
CREATED:20260213T091816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T091816Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn in the Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Highland’s Four Star “Wildlife Hotel”\, The Grant Arms for a spectacular autumn birding three or four night break. As well as three full days fully guided birding including transport you also have exclusive use of all the facilities provided by the Birdwatching & Wildlife Club (BWWC) during your stay. This includes an extensive Natural History library and Club room full of local wildlife information as well as a sightings board. A wildlife film is shown most evenings as well as regular talks when scheduled during one of our breaks. There’s also the chance to meet other birders or groups staying at the hotel to catch up with their sightings and compare notes\, all adding to the atmosphere your stay. Also as the hotel is situated in the town numerous shops and facilities are all within easy walking distance…. \nAutumn brings with it a vibrant palette of colours to the Highlands\, Red Deer start to rut in the forests and  glens and Salmon spawn in the rivers. Often one of the best times for Eagle watching as younger birds begin to wander\, and passage migrants begin to stream through from their breeding grounds. \nTo make a booking: \nEmail: info@highlandnature.co.uk\nTel: 01479821357\nOutside UK: +44 1479 821357\nMobile: 07875 094666 \n\n\n£875pp
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/autumn-in-the-highlands/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Highland Nature - John Poyner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
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SUMMARY:Autumn Loaded
DESCRIPTION:Limited to 12 places.  Join Richard and Simon for their popular Autumn Loaded break in the Cairngorms. \nFrom Mountain to Moorland\, Rivers to Lochs and our glorious Costal locations you may spot Common Buzzards\, Golden and White-tailed Eagles\, Red Kite and Peregrine\, along with Crossbill\, Redpoll\, Siskin and Red and Black Grouse. Other potential sightings include Red Deer\, Red Squirrel\, Mountain and Brown Hares. On the coast there will be wintering Sea Ducks\, such as Common Eider\, Long-tailed Duck\, Common and Velvet Scoter\, Great Scaup as well as Red-throated and Black-throated Divers and the Moray Firth Bottle-nosed Dolphins. \nIncluded in the Price: \n\nFine Scottish Dinner Menu\nHouse wine with Dinner\nPacked lunches (not on arrival day and departure day)\nAll entry fees included\nNo single supplement\nFree pick-ups from Aviemore Station or Inverness Airport\nTransportation to Location\nLimited to a maximum of 12 people\n\nPrice £1148.75 per person for 5 nights \nPlease call our Reception Team on 01479 872526 to book.
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/autumn-loaded/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260213T112049Z
CREATED:20260213T112049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T112049Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Break with Iolo Williams
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, we are pleased to announce that Iolo Williams is back at the Grant Arms Hotel for his third and final guided holiday for 2026.  Join him and one of our local guides for an exciting early-winter week in the Cairngorms\, with its breath-taking scenery.  Look for Red Squirrel\, Crested Tit\, Redpoll\, Siskin and Crossbill; along with Snow Bunting and Black and Red Grouse.  We will travel to various locations to find White-tailed and Golden Eagles\, Mountain Hare\, and Red Deer.  On our travels to the Moray Firth Coast\, we would expect to see Sea Ducks such as Common Eider\, Long-tailed Duck\, Common and Velvet Scoter and Great Scaup as well as Red-throated and Black-throated Divers and the Moray Firth Bottle-nosed Dolphins. \nDivers\, Geese\, Waders and of course our amazing Dolphins.  100+ species are expected on this five-day special week. \nThe break includes:- \n\n6 nights full board accommodation in a Superior Room\nGuided trips out every day with the Celebrity and our Resident Guide\, John Poyner\nEvening programme incl. a talk by the Celebrity Guide\, Films and Fun Quiz\nFine Scottish Dinner Menu\nHouse wine with Dinner\nPacked lunches (not on arrival day and departure day)\nAll entry fees included\nNo single supplement\nFree pick-ups from Aviemore Station or Inverness Airport\nlimited to a maximum of 12 people\n\nSOLD OUT\nCall our Reception Team on 01479 872526 to be put on our Waiting List for future Iolo events
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/guided-break-with-iolo-williams-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iolo Williams
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261019T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261023T100000
DTSTAMP:20260817T075906Z
CREATED:20260123T072409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T075906Z
UID:1151-1792396800-1792749600@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Simply...Autumn
DESCRIPTION:Autumn in the Highlands is arguably the best time of the year for wildlife watching. Crisp mornings can give way to some surprisingly balmy days\, when the sun reflects the view of the hills in the waters of the lochs and the colour of the birch trees along all the roads can be simply stunning. Our autumn migrant birds will have arrived by now and the Red Deer stags may well still be bellowing their competition across the glens\, as they herd their harem lower down the slopes than in previous months. On the coasts numbers of returning wading birds will be building up\, as they come back to us from their far north breeding grounds\, together with Pink-footed Geese\, Whooper Swans and Sea Ducks. \nLast year your guides were Simon and Sue and highlights included a stunning male Red  Crossbill in Anagach Woods\, where Bullfinches and Crested Tits were feeding in the quiet woodland. Up Strathdearn the stags were still shouting their challenges to each other and creating an other-worldly feeling even before\, after some patient waiting\, a pair of Golden Eagles afforded a heart stopping few minutes\, diving through the air directly overhead. Crisp air\, golden woods\, and moments of pure wild magic. A visit to the Moray coast was also very special\, with a flock of Long-tailed ducks preforming their displays at Roseisle and good numbers of Whooper Swans close to the hide at Loch Spynie. \nOur “Simply” Breaks give you the chance to explore at your own pace\, in the comfort of your own car. Guides are on hand each day and have planned places to visit and things to see – but are always willing to adapt these plans to suit yours whenever possible. There is no additional cost for guiding and you return each evening in your own time to the comfort of a warm and comfortable hotel with delicious food and drink. \nCost: £836 Single\, £1504 double occupancy
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/simply-autumn/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTSTAMP:20260213T112201Z
CREATED:20260213T112201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T112201Z
UID:1202-1793404800-1794009599@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Late Autumn Guided Break with Nick Baker
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Naturalist\, Author and Presenter Nick Baker to look for our Late Autumn and Winter wildlife including flocks of sea ducks\, divers\, waders\, geese and so much more.  Sightings could include Ptarmigan\, Snow Bunting\, Black and Red Grouse and Mountain Hare in the Cairngorms. Golden and White-tailed Eagles and Red Deer in the Monadhliaths.  Crested Tit\, Crossbill and Red Squirrel in the Forests.  Sea Ducks\, Divers\, Geese\, Waders and Dolphins in the Moray Firth and Nick will\, of course\, be showing you any invertibrates still around as autumn takes a hold. 100+ species are expected on this all-inclusive 5 full day guided special week. \nIncluded in the Price:– \n\n6 nights full board accommodation at the famous Grant Arms Hotel\, Grantown-on-Spey in a Superior Room.\nGuided trips out every day with Nick and Simon Pawsey\, one of our own local wildlife guides (subject to numbers).\nEvening Programme including an evening talk by Nick\, films and a fun quiz\nEvening at the Speyside Wildlife Hide\nFine Scottish Dinner Menu\nHouse Wine/soft drinks with Dinner\nAll entry fees included\nNo single supplement\nFree pick-ups from Aviemore Station or Inverness Airport\n\nPrice £1689.00 per person \nPlease contact our Reception Team on 01479 872526
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/late-autumn-guided-break-with-nick-baker/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Nick Baker
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20260313T162156Z
CREATED:20260313T162142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T162156Z
UID:1561-1793923200-1794355199@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Autumn in the Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Highland’s Four Star “Wildlife Hotel”\, The Grant Arms for a spectacular autumn birding three or four night break. As well as three full days fully guided birding including transport you also have exclusive use of all the facilities provided by the Birdwatching & Wildlife Club (BWWC) during your stay. This includes an extensive Natural History library and Club room full of local wildlife information as well as a sightings board. A wildlife film is shown most evenings as well as regular talks when scheduled during one of our breaks. There’s also the chance to meet other birders or groups staying at the hotel to catch up with their sightings and compare notes\, all adding to the atmosphere your stay. Also as the hotel is situated in the town numerous shops and facilities are all within easy walking distance…. \nAutumn brings with it a vibrant palette of colours to the Highlands\, Red Deer start to rut in the forests and  glens and Salmon spawn in the rivers. Often one of the best times for Eagle watching as younger birds begin to wander\, and passage migrants begin to stream through from their breeding grounds. \nTo make a booking: \nEmail: info@highlandnature.co.uk\nTel: 01479821357\nOutside UK: +44 1479 821357\nMobile: 07875 094666\nPrice £875pp
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/autumn-in-the-highlands-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Highland Nature - John Poyner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTSTAMP:20260213T112333Z
CREATED:20260213T112333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T112333Z
UID:1204-1794182400-1794614399@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Simply . . . Sea Duck
DESCRIPTION:Join us once again for our popular Sea Duck 4-night break. \nBy now\, all our overwintering Sea Duck\, Geese and Whooper Swans will have arrived; and Red and Black-throated Divers will have returned to the coast\, so join us for our annual Sea Duck Break. \nDuring this break we will put on extra walks and field trips with our local wildlife guides\, visiting some of our best birding sites including many coastal sites to look for some of these specialities as well as hoping for a glimpse of Common and Grey Seals and Bottle-nosed Dolphins. \nOur guest speaker this week is Ornithologist and tour guide\, Mark Pearson\, who will lead a couple of trips along with our guides and give an evening talk \nEnjoy four nights in comfortable accommodation with dinner\, bed & breakfast\, guiding and mileage charges included: \n4 nights DB&B from £663 single occupancy\, from £1193 double occupancy. \nTo book\, please call our Reception Team on 01479 872526. \n(Subject to availability\, own transport required).
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/simply-sea-duck/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:School of Birding
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
DTSTAMP:20260213T112606Z
CREATED:20260213T112606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T112606Z
UID:1206-1794614400-1795219199@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Guided Break with Dominic Couzens
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Bird expert\, award-winning nature writer and international Tour Guide\, Dominic Couzens\, to look for our Late Autumn and Winter wildlife including flocks of sea ducks\, divers\, waders\, geese and so much more.  Sightings could include Ptarmigan\, Snow Bunting\, Black and Red Grouse and Mountain Hare in the Cairngorms. Golden and White-tailed Eagles and Red Deer in the Monadhliaths.  Crested Tit\, Crossbill and Red Squirrel in the Forests.  Sea Ducks\, Divers\, Geese\, Waders and Dolphins in the Moray Firth. 100+ species are expected on this all-inclusive 5 full day guided special week. \nIncluded in the Price:– \n\n6 nights full board accommodation at the famous Grant Arms Hotel\, Grantown-on-Spey in a Superior Room.\nGuided trips out every day with Dominic and John Poyner\, one of our own local wildlife guides (subject to numbers).\nEvening Programme including an evening talk by Dominic\, films and a fun quiz\nEvening at the Speyside Wildlife Hide\nFine Scottish Dinner Menu\nHouse Wine/soft drinks with Dinner\nAll entry fees included\nNo single supplement\nFree pick-ups from Aviemore Station or Inverness Airport\n\nPrice £1689.00 per person \nPlease contact our Reception Team on 01479 872526
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/guided-break-with-dominic-couzens/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dominic Couzens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTSTAMP:20260313T162305Z
CREATED:20260313T162253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T162305Z
UID:1564-1794700800-1795132799@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Autumn in the Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Highland’s Four Star “Wildlife Hotel”\, The Grant Arms for a spectacular autumn birding three or four night break. As well as three full days fully guided birding including transport you also have exclusive use of all the facilities provided by the Birdwatching & Wildlife Club (BWWC) during your stay. This includes an extensive Natural History library and Club room full of local wildlife information as well as a sightings board. A wildlife film is shown most evenings as well as regular talks when scheduled during one of our breaks. There’s also the chance to meet other birders or groups staying at the hotel to catch up with their sightings and compare notes\, all adding to the atmosphere your stay. Also as the hotel is situated in the town numerous shops and facilities are all within easy walking distance…. \nAutumn brings with it a vibrant palette of colours to the Highlands\, Red Deer start to rut in the forests and  glens and Salmon spawn in the rivers. Often one of the best times for Eagle watching as younger birds begin to wander\, and passage migrants begin to stream through from their breeding grounds. \nTo make a booking: \nEmail: info@highlandnature.co.uk\nTel: 01479821357\nOutside UK: +44 1479 821357\nMobile: 07875 094666 \nPrice £875pp
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/1564/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Highland Nature - John Poyner
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTSTAMP:20260313T160818Z
CREATED:20260313T160805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T160818Z
UID:1556-1794787200-1795391999@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:School of Birding
DESCRIPTION:MODULE 1 – MON 16TH NOV – SUN 22nd NOV 2026***2 PLACES REMAINING*** \nTO SECURE A PLACE CONTACT SIMON or MARK – simonpawsey@me.com   nazemark@yahoo.com \nhttps://www.schoolofbirding.com/
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/1556/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:School of Birding
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261218
DTSTAMP:20260409T081321Z
CREATED:20260409T081321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T081321Z
UID:1795-1797206400-1797551999@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:A Highland Midweek getaway With Birding Ecosse
DESCRIPTION:**Winter Warmer Special** \nBack by popular demand! \n*** Seaduck and Wader Special*** \nMonday 14 to Thursday 17 December 2026\n*** 4 Spaces Available*** \n  \nMonday – Arrival day \n\n\nThe magnificent Grant Arms Hotel\, Grantown on Spey \nArriving on Tuesday afternoon why not treat yourself to a couple of “local brews” in the hotels stunning Capercaillie bar\, prior to you enjoying your evening meal in the beautiful dining room. \nTuesday\nMerkinch – Black Isle\nThe patient killer – a Grey heronSituated here in the beautiful Scottish Highlands wintertime on the Moray Firth and Black Isle is a magical time of year. Tide and weather permitted we start the day off with a visit to a local nature reserve\, the exposed mud flats attracting hundreds of Ducks\, such as Wigeon\, Teal and Eider we may be lucky and see the regular overwintering American Wigeon. Winter plumaged Slavonian Grebes loaf about just offshore whilst Waders feed in the seaweed strewn pools and sand banks. And who knows\, we may catch a glimpse of the local Otter family as the glide effortlessly among the seaweed beds just off the beach or perhaps catch the flash of blue of a Kingfisher. \nAfter this we head over the Firth to the Black Isle\, one of my favourite Birding Spots. From Sandy Beaches\, mud filled tidal bays to fields and fields of arable farmland it is a cracking place to see a vast array of Species.  The area holds one of the largest and most easily viewable flock of Scaup\, sometime numbering several hundred\, Long Tailed Ducks mingle with Red Breasted Mergansers and Common Eiders. Several Thousand Pink Footed Geese roost in the area\, right in front of the best hide in the Highlands and with a careful check we may pick up Brent\, Barnacle\, Canada and White Fronted Geese as well\, and not to be outdone by the first location we may encounter our second American Wigeon of the day! \nThe mixed habitat attracts large Finch flocks to the areas\, Brambling and Yellowhammer mingle with Chaffinch\, Greenfinch and Linnets and only in 2016 the area turned up a Siberian Accentor! \nA fantastic varied day\, with an expected species list of 50+\, what a great way to start your new year list. \nAccessibility: No accessibility issues on this tour. \nPick up 0800 – Drop Off 1630\n\nWednesday\nThe Beautiful Moray Coast  Male Long Tailed DuckThe Moray coast\, as yet a much undiscovered and unexplored Gem in the Highlands of Scotland’s bird watching scene. Beautiful fishing villages perched right on the coastline\, historic castles steeped in local folklore\, Typhoon Jets from the RAF giving a bit of excitement and of course lots and lots of Birds! \nThis area can host an amazing 25000 Long Tailed Ducks\, rafts of Common Scoter with their scarcer cousins the Velvet Scoter being seen in double figure numbers. Red\, Black and Great Northern Divers are all relatively common and White Billed Divers are becoming more and more regular. \n \n\n\nPurple Sandpiper\n\n\n\n\n\nWaders are another draw to this stunning coastline\, Purple Sandpipers are seen on nearly every trip\, Turnstones\, Sanderlings\, Redshanks and Knot are all common. \nNow the Moray coast is not all Sandy and Rocky Beaches\, oh no! it has amazing estuarine habitats\, fresh water Lochs and plenty of Farmland\, woods and scrub to keep us fully occupied on this full day Birdwatching Tour\, and it can produce some great passerines as well. 2017 saw the arrival of a Shorelark\, a species not at all common up here in the North\, in 2020 we were graced with a Grey Phalarope (or Red Phalarope to give it its correct name) and in 2022 A male Surf Scoter appeared with the Velvet Scoters right at the beginning on the month. All in all a great place to visit and with an expected 60+ species list for the day it is a brilliant way to bring on your bird identification skills along with rounding out your year list. \nAccessibility: No accessibility issues on this tour. \nPick up 0800 – Drop off 1630  Grey (Red) Phalarope\n\nThursdayGive yourself a treat!  Enjoy a long lie before you head down for your last breakfast at the Grant Arms. Sit back and enjoy the memories of the past two full days birding in the glorious Scottish Highlands\, and start planning your next trip North! \n\n***All this for only £660 per person!***\n**Winter Warmer Special **\n\nNow only £620 per person!!\n\n\n\n\nSo what is included?:\n\nTwo nights Full board (Dinner\, Bed and Breakfast).\nDelicious packed Lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday.\nTea/Coffee morning and afternoon Tuesday and Wednesday.\nAll transport on outings\nAll guiding fees.\nComplimentary Checklist\nUse of binoculars if required.\n\nWhat’s not included:\n\nTransport to and from the Hotel\nDrinks at hotel\nPersonal insurance\nTravel Insurance (Recommended)\nItems of a personal nature\n\nInterested?  Then please feel free to contact Birding Ecosse for more information or to book your place.
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/a-highland-midweek-getaway-with-birding-ecosse/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birding Ecosse - Dave Slater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261228
DTSTAMP:20260409T054853Z
CREATED:20260409T054853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T054853Z
UID:1750-1797984000-1798415999@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Christmas in Wonderland
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Christmas in Wonderland this year with a traditional Christmas Lunch and full festive programme including guided walks\, field trips and evening talks with our guest speakers/guides\, Santa in the square with his reindeer along with mince pies and mulled wine and a Gala Dinner with piper.  Why not extend your stay to include our Hogmanay in the Highlands Break as well for a full 10 nights with extra talks\, walks and field trips. \nEnjoy four nights in comfortable accommodation with Full Board and guiding included. \nStandard Room \nSole Occupancy                                        £975.00 \nDouble Occupancy                                  £1760.00 \nBook Now
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/christmas-in-wonderland/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270103
DTSTAMP:20260409T060256Z
CREATED:20260409T060256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060256Z
UID:1759-1797984000-1798934399@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Whole Hog
DESCRIPTION:Why not make the Grant Arms your home-away-from-home this festive season and join us for the entire festive season. \nEnjoy full board\, our superb Xmas and Hogmanay gala dinners\, all programmes and entertainment and our matchless hospitality. \nEnjoy ten nights in comfortable accommodation with Full Board\, guiding and mileage charges included. \nStandard Room Full                 \nSole Occupancy £1995.00 \nDouble Occupancy     £3593.00
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/whole-hog/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261231
DTSTAMP:20260409T055954Z
CREATED:20260409T055954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T055954Z
UID:1755-1798329600-1798675199@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Twixmas
DESCRIPTION:Twixmas\, the enchanting pause between Christmas & New Year. It’s the perfect time to relax & rejuvenate amidst the bustle of the season. Can’t make either of the two breaks or the full break? Then how about taking part in the fun for the few days in between. \nIncludes a full programme of walks and fieldtrips with our local guides. \nStandard Room \nSole Occupancy Full Board                               £145.00 per night \nDouble Occupancy  Full Board                        £270.00 per night
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/twixmas/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270103
DTSTAMP:20260409T060132Z
CREATED:20260409T060132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T060132Z
UID:1757-1798588800-1798934399@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Hogmanay
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Grant Arms for a traditional Scottish Hogmanay. It’s Full Board including Gala Dinner on New Year’s Eve and Brunch on New Year’s Day.  Welcome the New Year in with Ceilidh dancing and Grantown’s famous Street Party!  A programme of events including guided walks\, field trips and evening talks with our guest speakers/guides is also included. \nEnjoy three nights in comfortable accommodation with Full Board and guiding included: \nStandard Room \n Sole Occupancy £820.00  \nDouble Occupancy £1525.00
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/hogmanay/
LOCATION:Scotland
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270127
DTSTAMP:20260409T061026Z
CREATED:20260409T061026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T061026Z
UID:1761-1800576000-1801007999@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Simply…Burns
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, we celebrate Scotland’s famous Rabbie Burns with our Simply…Burns break. \nEnjoy four nights in comfortable accommodation with Dinner\, Bed & Breakfast\, and Gala Dinner\, including Piper and Traditional ‘Address to the Haggis’. \nJoin one of our local guides to look for our wintering wildlife\, with our three-day programme of walks and field trips in some of the most amazing scenery and the animals and birds that make it their winter home. \nStandard Room \nSingle Occupancy £663.00 \nDouble Occupancy £1193.00
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/simplyburns/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270207
DTSTAMP:20260409T061226Z
CREATED:20260409T061226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T061226Z
UID:1764-1801353600-1801958399@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Iolo Williams Guided Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, we are pleased to announce that IOLO WILLIAMS is back at the Grant Arms Hotel for his first guided holiday in 2027.  Join him and one of our local guides for an exciting late-winter week in the Cairngorms\, with its breath-taking scenery. Look for Red Squirrels\, Crested Tit and Crossbill\, along with Snow Bunting and Black and Red Grouse. \nWe will travel to the various locations to find White-tailed and Golden Eagles\, Mountain Hare\, and Red Deer.  On our travels to the Moray Firth Coast\, we would expect to see Sea Ducks\, Divers\, Geese\, Waders and of course the amazing Dolphins.  100+ species are expected on this five-day special week. \n\n6 nights full board accommodation at the famous Grant Arms Hotel\, Grantown-on-Spey in a Superior Room.\nGuided trips out every day with Iolo and one of our own local wildlife guides (subject to numbers).\nEvening Programme including an evening talk by Iolo\nEvening at the Speyside Wildlife Hide\nFine Scottish Dinner Menu\nHouse Wine/soft drinks with Dinner\nAll entry fees included\nNo single supplement\nFree pick-ups from Aviemore Station or Inverness Airport\nLimited to a maximum of 12 people\n\n£1695.00 per person
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/iolo-williams-guided-holiday/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iolo Williams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270217
DTSTAMP:20260409T061329Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T061329Z
UID:1766-1802390400-1802822399@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Simply Romance\, Raptors and Roses
DESCRIPTION:There will be walks and fieldtrips with local wildlife guides to look for some of our wintering wildlife and raptors\, including an early morning trip to look for Black Grouse on their lek; and at this time of the year the scenery can be quite stunning. \nAs if this isn’t enough\, included is a memorable Valentines Dinner on Friday 14th February. \nEnjoy four nights in comfortable accommodation with dinner\, bed & breakfast\, guiding and mileage charges included: \nStandard Room \nSole Occupancy             £663.00 \nDouble Occupancy        £1193.00
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/simply-romance-raptors-and-roses/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20270307T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20270313T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T100151Z
CREATED:20260409T061531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T100151Z
UID:1769-1804413600-1804932000@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Iolo Williams Guided Holiday
DESCRIPTION:Once again\, we are pleased to announce that IOLO WILLIAMS is back at the Grant Arms Hotel for his second guided holiday in 2027.  Join him and one of our local guides for an exciting late-winter week in the Cairngorms\, with its breath-taking scenery.  Look for Red Squirrels\, Crested Tit and Crossbill\, along with Snow Bunting and Black and Red Grouse. \nWe will travel to the various locations to find White-tailed and Golden Eagles\, Mountain Hare\, and Red Deer.  On our travels to the Moray Firth Coast\, we would expect to see Sea Ducks\, Divers\, Geese\, Waders and of course the amazing Dolphins.  100+ species are expected on this five-day special week. \n\n6 nights full board accommodation at the famous Grant Arms Hotel\, Grantown-on-Spey in a Superior Room.\nGuided trips out every day with Iolo and one of our own local wildlife guides (subject to numbers).\nEvening Programme including an evening talk by Iolo\nEvening at the Speyside Wildlife Hide\nFine Scottish Dinner Menu\nHouse Wine/soft drinks with Dinner\nAll entry fees included\nNo single supplement\nFree pick-ups from Aviemore Station or Inverness Airport\nLimited to a maximum of 12 people\n\n£1695.00 per person
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/iolo-williams-guided-holiday-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iolo Williams
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270314
DTSTAMP:20260409T061657Z
CREATED:20260409T061657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T061657Z
UID:1771-1804550400-1804982399@grantarmshotel.com
SUMMARY:Simply Raptors
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Simply … Raptors\, our ever-popular short break dedicated to birds of prey\, led by our expert local guides. After an exhilarating day spent in the breathtaking landscapes of the Scottish Highlands searching for wildlife\, return to the warmth of our cosy Capercaillie Bar and a well-earned wee dram of whisky. \nEnjoy four nights in comfortable accommodation with dinner\, bed & breakfast\, guiding and mileage charges included: \nStandard Room \nSole Occupancy          £663.00 \nDouble Occupancy      £1193.00
URL:https://grantarmshotel.com/event/simply-raptors-2/
LOCATION:The Grant Arms – Wildlife & Whisky Hotel\, The Grant Arms Hotel\, 25 – 27 The Square\, Grantown on Spey\, PH26 3HF\, Grantown on Spey\, Scotland\, PH26 3HF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Grant Arms Hotel
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