Craigellachie is located in the Grampian Highlands of Scotland along the banks of the River Spey. It is only a small community with a population of about 400 people. This will give you an inkling of the type of rest and relaxation you can have by choosing this as a vacation destination. The neighbouring towns of Aberlour, Archiestown, Carron, Dandaleith, Dufftown, Easter Elchies and Rothes are only a short distance away. In fact, some of them are within walking distance. You can easily drive to Craigellachie, as it is only 60 miles from Aberdeen, 40 miles from Aviemore and 50 miles from Inverness.
This village relies on the whisky production and is one of the locations along the Malt Whisky Trail of Scotland. It is also the home of the Speyside Cooperage where the local coopers make the casks for the exceptional whisky. You can see the unique furniture that the people here create from the used casks, such as garden furniture and tubs. You can also see the coopers working at their craft when you visit the Speyside Cooperage Visitor Centre.
The River Spey, which flows through Craigellachie, is famed all over the world for its exceptional salmon fishing. When you are not busy fishing, you can explore the attractions that the community and the region have to offer. Visit the Iron Bridge of Thomas Telford and walk across it on one of your daily walks throughout the countryside. The area holds a wealth of things to do so that you can get out and about in the fresh air. Canoeing and kayaking is very popular on the river as is climbing. You can enjoy golf and gliding as well as practice your archery skills. The Dufftown Golf Course is only 5 minutes away, but there is a wide range of golf courses in this area, so you could have a true golfing holiday in this location.
The Speyside Way is perfect for cycling and there are many routes you can take. For example, you can cycle along the 8 mile stretch that will take you from Craigellachie to Dufftown along the scenic River Fiddich to Glenfiddich and along the way you can stop at the Balvenie Distilleries. The mountain bike trails of Ben Aigan are less than a mile away for an exhilarating day out. You can climb the slopes of this hill to get a commanding view of the region. See the Pictish symbol stone in the garden of Arndilly House just a short distance north of Craigellachie. This house dates back to 1750 and was enlarged 100 years later.
There is no lack of accommodations in Craigellachie, whether you want to stay in a hotel, a bed and breakfast establishment or a self–catering cottage. There are many restaurants in the community as well as craft stores where you can purchase something unique to remind you or your visit to this part of the Grampian Highlands.
