Cairngorms Trust

29/10/2026

This month, our board meets to decide more awards from our flagship grant scheme – the Community Led Vision Fund.

This fund has been at the heart of our work for the past six years, giving away more than £1million to communities in the Cairngorms. And what a range of projects that has included – from village hall refurbishments to educational workshops, to environmental improvements and support for business development.

And the good news – it’s open all year round. If your community has an idea that needs a boost, we might be able to help. Have a chat with our team about the process and maybe you’ll be our next case study!

22/10/2026

Our latest newsletter is out now - read all about our summer of grant-giving and cycling - https://mailchi.mp/b686ed5e7a82/turn-your-ideas-into-action-with-the-cairngorms-trust-6431996

15/10/2026

Positive, fun and inclusive – that was the verdict of participants at the Cairngorms Youth Action Team’s recent youth social ride.

A total of 24 riders set out to cycle through Glenmore Forest as part of the second annual celebration of the CYAT’s achievements. They included Cairngorms Junior Rangers and young people with neurodiversity, physical and learning disabilities. You can read more about the event on our news page on our website.

Thanks to Glenmore Visitor Centre and Community Cafe for providing a delicious lunch for everyone and event partners Outfit Moray and Able 2 Adventure for providing bikes and instructors for all participants.

And next time you could be part of the team – the CYAT is recruiting for new members. If you are aged 16-30 and have a connection with the Cairngorms and are interested in learning new skills and helping young people to thrive in the national park, get in touch with Alan Smith, Outdoor Learning and Engagement Manager, [email protected]

13/10/2026

Just a few days left to submit your application to our Accessible Paths Fund - the deadline is on Sunday!

This funding is aimed at improving core paths in the Cairngorms National Park area.

Core paths are main routes that provide access to and around local areas, and they can be used for a range of activities including walking, cycling and horse riding.

Grants will range between £300 and £2,000 – these could be for installing a new bench, or sensory features , such as sound boxes or braille signs.

https://cairngormstrust.org.uk/apply-for-funding/accessible-paths-fund/

12/10/2026

The Active Cairngorms E-Bikes scheme has now closed after more than six years.

Run by the Cairngorms Trust, this has been a highly popular scheme that has allowed hundreds of people to try out an electric bike for the first time.

Users reported using the bikes to take children to school, to commute to work and to experience the landscapes of the Cairngorms National Park. The bikes also helped people to restart cycling and improve their health and wellbeing. Many have gone on to purchase their own bicycle.

The Trust is proud of the project and the success it has achieved. However, after more than six years, the ongoing costs of running and maintaining the scheme mean that, with new leadership in place, the time is right for the Trust to bring the project to a close and focus its resources on developing new areas of activity.

The Cairngorms Trust would like to thank Mikes Bikes Aviemore (Aviemore Bikes), which has done a fantastic job of running the scheme for the past three years. We are incredibly grateful to them for all their hard work and wish them all the best for their future plans.

The closure of the project means that there are two ex-hire electric bikes for sale at discounted prices – pictured here. You can find full details on our website now: https://cairngormstrust.org.uk/ace-bike/

Contact Mikes Bikes Aviemore if you think you want to give one of the bikes a new home.

28/09/2026

Our Community Led Vision Fund has given out its latest round of grants – and these are just some of the lucky recipients.

From outdoor fitness equipment to renovation of a village hall, these are brilliant projects organised by people who want to make their communities thrive. You can read the full list on our website now - https://cairngormstrust.org.uk/summer-grant-funding-announced-by-cairngorms-trust/

The fund is open all year round and we’d love to hear your idea for helping residents in the Cairngorms National Park area.

Cairngorms Pride Aviemore and Glenmore Community Trust Cairngorm School of Dance Learn & Create ClimbOut

26/09/2026

There’s still time to sign up for the Cairngorms Youth Action Team’s social ride at Glenmore.

In partnership with Able 2 Adventure and Outfit Moray, this is a free and open ride, accessible to all. The event is aimed at young people aged under 30, but all are welcome to attend. Under 16s should be accompanied by an adult.

The event takes place from 10am to 1.30pm on Saturday October 3, meeting at the Glenmore Community Café. Free lunch will be provided.

Booking is essential, visit https://forms.gle/JgHvdhJkA9DUpMBL6 to access the booking form.

20/09/2026

Do you know a young person with an idea to boost their skills, bring people together or kickstart a new career? Tell them they could get help from our Cairngorms Youth Action Group Fund.

There’s just one week left to apply for a grant of up to £500. There’s a total of £5,000 to give out to individuals under 30 in the Cairngorms National Park area.

If you need a bit of inspiration, take a look at these pictures of past projects. Grants have previously been given towards events, artist residencies, first aid workshops, photographic equipment, forest bathing qualifications and woodworking tools.

This is the eighth round of funding and it’s focussed on individuals only. Members of the YLAG will make decisions on who to fund in October, and they’re looking for projects or activities that tackle priorities including health and wellbeing, sustainability and the climate emergency, skills development, inclusion and under-represented groups, as well as arts, culture and nature connection.

More information and application forms can be found through the Cairngorms Trust’s website. The deadline for applications is September 27.

https://cairngormstrust.org.uk/apply-for-funding/cairngorms-youth-action-team-youth-lag/

Grantown Grammar School Kingussie High School

19/09/2026

Fantastic update from Castle Roy where our funding has helped provide support for the castle to become a wedding venue. Congratulations to all the couples who got hitched there this year! 🥰

We have loved seeing Castle Roy used for weddings this year, each one wonderfully different and each making the most of this very special place.
Anna & Alexander, who came all the way from Austria to marry at Castle Roy. They met at kindergarten so enjoyed the table that was provided for signing their marriage certificate!
📷 Karen Thorburn Photography —
❤️ Ally & Sarah celebrated their elopement in May. A simple family affair which was a joy.
❤️ Kirstin & Jonny had rather more excitement than anyone wants on their wedding day when their plans at Castle Roy had to be cancelled because of the wildfire. Their beautiful set-up was already in place, but Speyside Events Company did an incredible job of saving the day and making sure they still had a wonderful wedding.
❤️ Nicola & Daniel gave us another collection of beautiful photographs. We particularly love the image showing our new heavy-duty gazebo in use. They also left us some wonderful gifts which was so kind when they had been so busy.
📷 Catriona Parminter Photography —







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