About Carrbridge

Carrbridge, the friendly village and home to the World Porridge making Championships.

The village of Carrbridge, situated below the Monadhliath Mountains, is part of the scenic Cairngorms National Park. Famous for its 18th century packhorse bridge, the river Dulnain snakes its way through this picturesque village before emptying into the River Spey.

Carrbridge has something to suit all ages and activity levels. Try an amble through the forest, or one of the more strenuous hill walks. For Munro baggers – take your pick. There is a plethora of offroad bike tracks and winter sports are on offer at the Cairngorm ski resort. Or why not potter around the nearby villages of Grantown-on-Spey or Aviemore, with shops offering a range of quality, bespoke goods.

Environment

Visitors to Carrbridge always leave with a photo of the famous 1717 packhorse bridge, built so that residents could carry coffins across the water when the river was in spate. During the summer months, hardy locals leap off the bridge into the icy depths below to cool off – not advisable to the uninitiated but a great spectacle.

For nature lovers, the area has a range of habitats including parts of the ancient Caledonian Forest which are a haven for indigenous wildlife. Carrbridge is perhaps the best place in Scotland to see red squirrels as well as other wildlife including pine martens, red deer, Scottish crossbills, capercaillie, ospreys and golden eagles. And, if you’re lucky, you may just catch a glimpse of the elusive wildcat.

Carrbridge EventsEvents

Carrbridge is renowned, thanks to the famous Golden Spurtle Competition which allows ace porridge makers from across the globe to compete for the title of ‘World Porridge Champion.’ Come along in October to the village hall and watch last year’s stirring champion, defend their title.

If stirring is not your thing, what about some sawing? Visit the annual Carve Carrbridge competition in September and you will be amazed at what artists can do armed with a large log and a chainsaw.

Landmark Forest Adventure Park is a brilliant attraction in the village providing fun, discovery and adventure for all the family, based in the scenic ancient pine forest!

 

Find out more about Carrbridge at carrbridge.com