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USEFULLINKS
Here is a selection of links which we feel you may find useful.
Legislation
Scottish Outdoor Access Code
Know the Code before you go! Enjoy Scotland's outdoors responsibly!
Everyone has the right to be on most land and inland water providing they act responsibly. Your access rights and responsibilities are explained fully in the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.
http://www.outdooraccess-scotland.com/default.asp
Local Outdoor Access Sites
Walk, Jog, Run in Moray
If you want to exercise and take advantage of Moray’s wonderful clean air and beautiful scenery with other like-minded people, then this site is definitely for you.
http://www.walkjogrunmoray.org.uk
The Speyside Way
The Official Speyside Way site.
http://www.moray.gov.uk/area/speyway/webpages/swhome.htm
The Dava Way
Long distance path along old railway, linking Forres with Grantown.
http://www.davaway.org.uk/
Forestry Commission- Moray Forest Walks
Promoted Forestry Commission Walks in Moray.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/website/ourwoods.nsf/$$SearchWalk?Openform&PS=&SS=&NT=Lossiemouth
Glenlivet Estate
Located between the Ladder and Cromdale Hills in the Cairngorms National Park, The Crown Estate welcomes visitors who wish to explore the Glenlivet Estate trails for walking, cycling and informal recreation.
http://www.glenlivetestate.co.uk/
Moray Firth Trail
Part of the international North Sea Trail, which also incorporates the Moray Coast Trail. This site provides your path to finding great places to go and interesting things to see and do around the coast of the Moray Firth.
http://www.morayfirth.org/index.asp
Forres Footpaths Trust
The Forres Footpath Trust have established a network of walks in and around Forres. The site provides detailed and downloadable maps and descriptions of these walks.
http://www.forresfootpathstrust.org.uk/
Moray Ramblers
Link to the Moray Rambler's current events programme, with booking form and contact information.
http://www.aberdeenramblers.org.uk/Moray%20Group%20Page.htm
Moray Mountain Bike Club
Formed in 2002, we are a broad-minded club with members who are involved in montain biking across the spectrum - downhill, cross-country, family pootles in the countryside, trailbuilding.
http://www.moraymountainbikeclub.co.uk/moraymbc.php
Mountain Biking- Moray Monster Trails
Promoted Mountain Bike Paths by the Forestry Commission. With 30km of fun-packed singletrack mountain bike routes, there's something here to feed the monster in everyone!
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/INFD-6MRFE5
Elgin Cycling Club
Elgin Cycling Club was formed in 1981 with the aim being to organise recreational & sporting cycling events and social activities for the enjoyment and benefit of it's members.
This is still the case today although the Club is quite different to those early days. We celebrated our 25th anniversary by introducing new Club colours to bring the design more up to date. There are currently 28 members covering a wide age spectrum. We have members who compete in road racing, time-trialing, some are very keen on cyclosportives and others just enjoy riding their bikes.
http://www.elgincyclingclub.com/
Forres Cycling Club
We're a small friendly club, based in Forres, Morayshire, surrounded by the some of the best riding terrain in the country. Although essentially a road racing club the membership consists of a wide variety of abilities and aspirations. We have members that race at international, national and club levels. However most of our members come along for the pleasure of riding in a group.
http://www.forrescyclingclub.co.uk/
Moray Canoe & Kayak Club
Based at the Moray Firth Water Sports Association clubhouse on West Beach, Lossiemouth, Moray. We are a group of paddlers of all ages and all stages of experience . All standards of paddlers are catered for, from beginner to advanced, young and old. Kayaking, rivers, sea, surf, Canadian canoes
http://www.mckc.co.uk/index.htm
Tourism Links
Loch Ness cruises and tours
Cruises and tours on Loch Ness
http://www.jacobite.co.uk
Exclusive historic holiday home at Loch Ness
Highland Club Scotland exclusive holiday home in historic Fort Augustus Abbey overlooking Loch Ness
http://www.lochnesscottages.co.uk
Heathmount Boutique Hotel Inverness
Popular restaurant & boutique hotel Inverness
http://www.heathmounthotel.com
Highland Club Scotland
Highland Club Scotland Loch Ness accommodation
http://www.highlandclubscotland.co.uk
Themed Hotel Durham
The Fallen Angel Hotel and Restaurant
http://www.fallenangelhotel.com
Loch Ness UK Destination Guide
A comprehensive destination guide to the worlds most famous Loch.
http://www.visitlochness.com
Loch Ness Hotel at Drumnadrochit
Loch Ness Hotel Restaurant and Exhibition centre
http://www.lochness.com
Loch Ness Accommodation
Accommodation in South Loch Ness
http://www.lochnesswelcome.co.uk
Wildside Lodges on Loch Ness
Highland holiday lodges at Loch Ness
http://www.wildsidelodges.com
Wilderness Cottages throughout Scotland
Self catering cottages throughout Scotland
http://www.wildernescottages.co.uk
Aspenwood Cottage overlooking Loch Ness
Luxury self catering cottage at Loch Ness
http://www.lochnesscottage.com
Ample Cottages Scotland
Large self catering cottages throughout Scotland
http://www.ample-cottages.co.uk
Tinkerbell Images Scotland
Picture galleries from Loch Ness
http://www.tinkerbell-images.co.uk
Inverness Guest House Association
All of our members are star rated by either the AA or Visit Scotland.
http://www.invernessguesthouseassociation.co.uk.
Golf
Worldwide golf courses guide with full details and golfers reviews.
http://www.golfcoursesguide.org
Useful Sites
Aberdeen City Portal
Portal for Aberdeen and Shire Scotland
http://www.aberdeencityandshire.com/
Moray Firth Trail
The Moray Firth Trail (which includes the Moray Coast Trail) is part of the international North Sea Trail. The site provides your path to finding great places to go and interesting things to see and do around the coast of the Moray.
http://www.morayfirth.org/index.asp
Visit Scotland
Visit Scotland's website: for information on visitor attractions and accomodation throughout Scotland , including Moray.
http://www.visitscotland.com/
Scottish Rights of Way Society
The Scottish Rights of Way and Access Society has been working to safeguard rights of way for 160 years. It is probably the oldest organisation in the world dedicated to improving countryside access.
Our objects are the preservation, defence, restoration and acquisition of public rights of access for the public benefit over land in Scotland, including public rights of way.
http://www.scotways.com/
Ramblers- Scotland
Ramblers Scotland is the representative body for walkers in Scotland and its overall aim is to encourage walking and public understanding of the outdoors by promoting walking for health and pleasure, securing access for walkers, developing path networks, and protecting the outdoor environment.
http://www.ramblers.org.uk/Scotland/
Jog Scotland
Jog Scotland was established in 2002 by scottishathletics, the governing body of athletics in Scotland, jogscotland uses simple, gentle walk/jog/run programmes to encourage everyone to get out and be active!
http://www.jogscotland.org.uk/
British Horse Society Scotland
British Horse Society Scotland's Website with related information on access.
http://www.bhsscotland.org.uk
General Outdoor Access Sites
Ramblers - Scotland
Ramblers Scotland is the representative body for walkers in Scotland and its overall aim is to encourage walking and public understanding of the outdoors by promoting walking for health and pleasure, securing access for walkers, developing path networks, and protecting the outdoor environment.
http://www.ramblers.org.uk/Scotland/
Absolute Escapes Ltd
Tailor-made travel and self-guided walking holidays in Scotland.
http://www.absoluteescapes.com
Visit Scotland- Cycling
Visit Scotland's guide to Cycling in Scotland- route descriptions and maps, and accommodation.
http://cycling.visitscotland.com/
Visit Scotland- Walking
The official walking site of Scotland's tourism organisation. Includes a 'find a walk' section with route descriptions and maps.
http://walking.visitscotland.com/
Scottish Rights of Way Society
The Scottish Rights of Way and Access Society has been working to safeguard rights of way for 160 years. It is probably the oldest organisation in the world dedicated to improving countryside access.
Our objects are the preservation, defence, restoration and acquisition of public rights of access for the public benefit over land in Scotland, including public rights of way.
http://www.scotways.com/
Scottish Sport
A practical sports information source for amateur sports people, whether residents of Scotland or visitors to the country. Includes mountain biking, hill walking, and watersports.
ScottishSport.co.uk provides practical .
http://www.scottishsport.co.uk/index.htm
Highland Mountain Biking
A guisde to Mountain Biking in the Highlands.
http://www.mtb-highland.com/index.asp
Best Walks
The price comparison site for books and maps on walking in Scotland and throughout Britain.
http://www.bestwalks.com/scotland_menu.htm
Government Agencies
Moray Council
MOray Council Website
http://www.moray.gov.uk/
Scottish Natural Heritage
The natural heritage is one of Scotland's biggest assets. Our role is to look after Scotland's wildlife and scenery, help people to enjoy and value it, and encourage people to use it sustainably.
http://www.snh.org.uk/
Paths For All Partnership
The Paths for All Initiative, for which Paths for All is a key component, was established by Scottish Natural Heritage to facilitate the development and promotion of path networks across Scotland. It offers direct support, advice and regional training events to communities.
http://www.pathsforall.org.uk/
Paths to Health
Paths to Health support the promotion of walking in the community, healthcare and workplace setting and is key to the delivery of Scotland's Physical Activity Strategy.
http://www.pathsforall.org.uk/pathstohealth/index.asp
Forestry Commission Scotland
The Forestry Commission's website.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/scotland
NHS Grampian
NHS Grampian Website
http://www.nhsgrampian.org/nhsgrampian/gra_display_home.jsp?pContentID=71&p_applic=CCC&p_service=Con
Moray Links
Moray Council Website
Moray Council website
http://www.moray.gov.uk
Moray Council Website- Outdoor Access
Moray Council Website for information on outdoor access in Moray including:
Core Path Planning Documents, Moray Local Outdoor Access Forum, Land reform legislation
http://www.moray.gov.uk/moray_standard/page_39989.html
Forestry Commission Scotland
Explore, Experience and Enjoy the Forestry Commission's sites within Scotland. Access to detailed information on the paths within their Moray Forests.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/website/fchomepages.nsf/hp/seee
Speyside Way
Speyside Way- One of Scotland's official Long Distance Paths running from Buckie on the Moray Coast, through the heart of Speyside all the way to Aviemore.
http://www.moray.org/area/speyway/webpages/index.htm
This Is Moray
This is Moray is an online magazine for the county of Moray and from the county of Moray in Scotland.
http://www.thisismoray.com/
The Spirit of Speyside Walking Festival
The Spirit of Speyside Walking Festival
http://www.walkingfestival.net/frameset.html
Community Websites
Forresweb
A visitor's guide to Forres and its surrounding area.
http://www.forresweb.net/
Out and About in Keith
Web link to Keith paths network.
http://www.visitkeith.co.uk
Buckie Heritage
History and photos on Buckie & District's fishing heritage.
http://www.buckieheritage.org/
Benrinnes
About The FRIENDS OF BEN RINNES.
http://www.friendsofbenrinnes.org.uk
Forres Community Website
Community information on Forres.
http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/%7Eforrescw/
Findhorm Foundation Website
The Findhorn Foundation, located on the edge of Findhorn Village, is a spiritual community, education centre, and ecovillage.
http://www.findhorn.org/index.php?tz=0
Burghead Headland Trust
Information on Burghead's historic and visitor attractions.
http://website.lineone.net/~cathm19/
Welcome to Lossiemouth'
Lossiemouth community website. All you need to know about the town and surrounding area.
http://www.lossiemouth.org/
Buckie Town Website
A photographic record of Buckie.
http://www.buckie-town.co.uk/
Port Gordon
Community and visitor information on Portgordon.
http://www.portgordon.org.uk/
Findochty
Your guide to Findochty.
http://www.findochty.com/
Portknockie Website
Community and visitor website for Portknockie.
http://www.portknockiewebsite.co.uk/
Rothiemay
Rothiemay - its history, landscape, natural environment, buildings and people, past and present.
http://www.rothi.co.uk/
Keith Community Website
Information on Keith for the Community and vistors.
http://www.keithcommunity.co.uk/index.html
Botriphie and Drummuir
Community and visitor information on Drummuir and surrounding area.
http://www.botriphnie.org.uk/
Welcome to Speyside
Community and visitor information for Speyside, including Aberlour, Dufftown and Rothes.
http://www.speyside.moray.org/
Aberlour Community Website
Community Website for Aberlour.
http://www.speyside.moray.org/Aberlour/web/
Welcome to Aberlour
The community web for Aberlour- all you need to know about Aberlour and surrounding area.
http://www.speyside.moray.org/Aberlour/web/index.html
Welcome to Dufftown
Community website- everythihg you need to know about Dufftown and the surrounding area.
http://www.dufftown.co.uk/
Carron Village
Carron community website.
http://www.speyside.moray.org/Aberlour/carronvillage.htm
Archiestown
Community website for Archiestown-information on the local amenities and a notice board for the community.
http://www.archiestown.com/
Welcome to Craigellachie
Community and visitor information on Craigellachie.
http://describes the local amenities and provides a notice board for the community
Welcome to Edinvillie
Community website for the scattered rural community of Edinvillie located near Charlestown of Aberlour.
http://www.edinvillie.co.uk
Visit Tomintoul
Visitor information on Tomintoul.
http://www.visittomintoul.co.uk/
