Carve Carrbridge

11/04/2026

Whether you're a local or visiting the Highlands for the first time, there is something truly electric about the roar of chainsaws and the spirit of the village Carve Carrbridge 2026 ! 🌲🪚

​We want to hear from YOU! With the sawdust flying and the party carrying on long after the logs are carved, everyone has a "best bit."

​What is your absolute favorite thing about Carve Carrbridge? 👇

​Is it the Main Event?
• ​The "Quick Carve" Madness: Watching the speed and skill as carvers whip up something amazing in mere minutes! 💨
• ​The People’s Choice: Having the power to vote for your favorite artist and seeing who takes home the trophy. 🗳️
• ​The Grand Auction: The adrenaline of bidding to take a piece of Highland art home for your own garden. 🔨

​Is it the Village Vibes?
• ​The Local Stalls: Browsing the incredible talent of our local makers—from handcrafted jewelry and gin to home-baked treats and Highland crafts. 🧶🍯
• ​The Atmosphere: The sound of the pipe band, the smell of fresh pine, and that iconic vintage shuttle bus ride! 🎶🚌
• ​The Carving Trail: Exploring the village to find hidden sculptures tucked away in the woods. 🐿️

​Or is it the After-Party?
• ​The Evening Ceilidh: Stripping the Willow and birling around the floor until your legs give out! There’s no better way to celebrate a successful carve than with a live band and a proper Highland dance. 💃🎻

​Let us know in the comments! Whether it's the incredible talent of the carvers, the local treasures you found at the stalls, or your favorite dance at the ceilidh, we want to hear your stories. 📸✨
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29/03/2026

🐿️ From the Forest to the Finished Piece!

​Since the dust settled at Carve Carrbridge 2025, Jonny Stableford has been back at the saw, capturing the true spirit of the Highlands!

​Check out this incredible squirrel a perfect tribute to the red squirrels we’re lucky enough to have scurrying all over Carrbridge. Jonny’s managed to catch that classic twitchy energy in solid wood.

Fingers crossed we see you Carve Carrbridge 2026

​Another legend brought to life! 🪚✨

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21/03/2026

Since Carve Carrbridge 2025,
Roni McDonald has been busy creating some truly brilliant Highland Coos.
From those iconic sweeping horns to the shaggy wooden fringes, his chainsaw mastery captures their personality perfectly! 🐂
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It’s a treat to see his latest work, and we’re keeping our fingers crossed to see him back in action this year.🤞🏻

​Hope to see you at Carve Carrbridge 2026 !

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20/03/2026

🪵 LAST CALL FOR CARVE CARRBRIDGE! 🪚

​The clock is officially T-minus 7 days to secure your stall for Carve Carrbridge 2026

​Don’t get left in the sawdust. You have one week left to join the Highlands' most "buzzing" event.

Whether you’re showcasing crafts, serving up local food, or sharing unique wares, the window is closing fast!

​Let’s make this year a "cut" above the rest! ✨
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Thank you for your interest in booking a Trade Stall for Carve Carrbridge 2026 Date Saturday 5th September, 2026 Venue - Carrbridge Playing Field, Carrbridge, Inverness-shire PH23 3AS Closing date for applications - 31st March 2026 All successful applicants will receive an offer and invoice to compl...

20/03/2026

🪚 T-MINUS 7 DAYS: THE LOGS ARE WAITING! 🪚

​Attention all chainsaw wizards and wood-whisperers! The clock is ticking—you have exactly one week left to secure your spot for Carve Carrbridge 2026

​Who Will Be Crowned? 👑

​We are looking for the next master of the chainsaw to be named the 2026 Scottish Open Chainsaw Carving Champion.

​To claim the crown and hoist the legendary Claymore Trophy, you’ll need to survive the 4-hour main carve on Saturday, 5th September and win over our eagle-eyed judges with pure technical magic.

⚠️ THE FINAL COUNTDOWN

​The entry window slams shut in 7 days! With the official draw for the 2026

​Don't wait until the final hour. Get your application in this week or spend the year wondering "what if?"

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Please use this form to apply to compete in the Scottish Open Chainsaw Carving Competition also known as Carve Carrbridge. 2026 marks the 23rd Year of the event and we look forward to welcoming friends of old and new.

14/03/2026

Hoot hoot! 🦉 Lisa Langley is taking her talent to new heights—literally!

​She’s been busy carving a stunning owl family high up in the treetops, turning trees into a literal work of art.

We are mesmeriesd by the detail and the magic she’s bringing to the branches.

​We’re all crossing our fingers to see Lisa and her incredible skills ! Carve Carrbridge 2026 🪵✨

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07/03/2026

Since Carve 2025, Mike Burgess has been incredibly busy, fully embracing the world of The Traitors! We’ve loved seeing his work!

We can’t wait to catch up with him again— Hope to see you at Carve Carrbridge 2026, Mike! 😉🕵️‍♂️🏰



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I’ve been recruiting my The Traitors.

Who’s your favourite ?

01/03/2026

Landmark Forest Adventure Park have sponsored our People’s Choice award since the event began in 2003.
Sam Bowsher Chainsaw Carving won this award again in 2025 along with 1st prize sponsored by Highland Roboflail and Carvers Choice sponsored by Tomatin Whisky.

This gives us another opportunity to show his beautiful work since winning last year with ‘It’s Freisian Out Here’
Sam is appearing at numerous events and shows in the UK and at Chetwynd International Chainsaw Carving Championship.
Follow his socials to get a flavour of what’s to come ! These deer are very cute 😍

20/02/2026

Sorin Iosipescu of Chainsaw carving - wooden art was our Best New Entrant winner in 2025?
Who will take this award at Carve Carrbridge 2026? Entries close on 27th March. The Prize sponsor for this award is local business Help management.

14/02/2026

14/02/2026

Pete Bowsher
What has he been up to since placing 3rd in 2025?

Tricky, as he's very low profile 😉
so lets have a trip down memory lane at his many wins since the event started in 2003..
Everyone who placed in 2025 gets a 'by' to compete in 2026.
Whatever he carves you can look forward to another treat of his artistry, technical skill and innovation..🤩
Our 3rd Prize sponsor is Dulnain Bridge Garage.
All images courtesy of James Ross
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
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