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March 14th, 2010 | 
Author: Town Recovering After Fire
Grantown is getting back on it’s feet following the fire at Beale and Pyper furniture store at the weekend. The fire has had a devastating effect on that business, but Grantown as a whole is still open for business as usual.
David Gill, assistant chief officer with the Highlands and Islands Fire and Rescue Service, offered his thanks to shop staff for clearing the premises quickly and to the local community for its patience following the closure of the High Street for safety reasons. He was also grateful to local businesses that supplied crews with hot soup and sandwiches.
He said: “The community spirit has been fantastic.”
Beale and Pyper is one of the best-known firms in the town, with customers travelling from across the region to shop there.
The store’s owner, Barry Main, was too upset to speak about the fire, but local SNP councillor Dave Fallows said: “The High Street has a tremendous appeal to visitors and it’s one of those few remaining independent furniture stores that was a byword for quality in the area.
The New Spey Bridge at Grantown On Spey
Image taken on 2010-03-04 10:53:13 by Chismeister.
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Tags: bridge, Grantown, Grantown on Spey, New Bridge, Old Spey Bridge, spey | 
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Cairngorm’s – Whiteout but great fun! Feb 2010.
Ski & Board trip to the Scottish Highlands Cairngorms range at Feb half term 2010. The weather turned and the mountain road was closed for 2 hrs after 3 cars came off the road whilst ascending the mountain! The snow plough also got stuck for a while, but that’s Scotland for you!! A 3 day trip for the four of us, and very memorable – fantastic fresh powder for skiing + boarding, wrecked our legs though 
Check out my second vid for the following couple of days in glorious sunshine and no wind whatsoever, you can’t say that very often in this part of Europe! AWESOME!
Grantown web cam
Great news the webcam is back on line at www.visitgrantown.co.uk/cam.htm.
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Nature of Britain at Feshie
Alan Titchmarsh flying over the Cairngorm Mountains in a Puchacz from the Cairngorm Gliding Club
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Tags: Britain, Feshie, Nature |
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Culdearn House
Formerly the home of the Earl of Seafield’s family, Culdearn House is a traditional Scottish granite house which has retained many of its original period features dating from 1860. Set back from the road and looking out to gounds of 3/4 acre on the edge of woodland, but within easy walking distance of the centre of Grantown, the House has that special combination of atmosphere and personal service that brings guests from all over Scotland and further afield back time and time again.
Ideally situated for touring in the Cairngorms and in the heart of Speyside whisky country, the House is the perfect base for visiting the many attractions in the area including the famous RSPB Osprey at Loch Garten and Capercaillies, Fishing on the River Spey, Riding the steam train, exploring castles or a trip on the Furnicula to the top of Cairngorm or ski-ing in nearby Aviemore.
Here at Culdearn we have 6 large superior en-suite bedrooms all individually furnished with beautiful bathrooms. Full Scottish breakfast including a variety of fish and fruit are available each morning. We also have an award winning restaurant where we serve freshly prepared food on a daily basis and this, together with fine wines, whiskies and log fires make it the perfect place to stay. Open all year.
Free Wi fi access available throughout the house.
http://www.visitgrantown.co.uk/listing-culdearn-house–25.html
The Dulaig
Relax in luxurious, tranquil surroundings at The Dulaig and enjoy warm hospitality and excellent service. Delicious breakfasts are cooked to order and include quality local produce, home-baked bread, and eggs from our free-range hens as well as “daily specials” such as blueberry pancakes with crispy bacon and maple syrup.
The Dulaig is our home, an elegant, country house set in 1.5 acres of private gardens adjoining open countryside yet only 600yards from the centre of Grantown-on-Spey.
Built in 1910, the house is now styled in a luxurious blend of modern furnishings and Arts and Crafts antiques.
There are 3 beautifully appointed guest rooms – all en suite – of which 2 are available to let at any time.
Our gardens are a haven for wildlife, including red squirrels and pheasants, as well as for our pets – two cats and six Black Rock hens!
Extensive private parking. Wi-Fi and Internet access for guests. Strictly no smoking.
Craggan Bunkhouse & Bothy
Craggan Outdoors offer good value, comfortable accommodation in our Bunkhouse & Bothy, located side-by-side in a secluded & picturesque spot a couple of miles off the A95 Grantown–Aviemore road. Peace & quiet is guaranteed, along with the fantastic views, yet it is just 5 minutes from nearby Grantown-on-Spey.
Craggan Bunkhouse & Bothy are part of Craggan Outdoors activity centre, offering the opportunity for a package of accommodation & activities to be tailored to your requirements.
http://www.visitgrantown.co.uk/listing-craggan-bunkhouse-%26-bothy-15.html
Ravenscourt House Hotel
Ravenscourt House is a family run eight bedroom country house hotel. Wine and dine on local produce in our conservatory restaurant and then relax in our lounges with a malt whisky from our large selection. The town centre is only 3 minutes walk away for an after dinner stroll.
http://www.visitgrantown.co.uk/listing-ravenscourt-house-hotel-29.html