Insh is a small village located in the Spey Valley of the Scottish Highlands. It is about 4 miles east of Kingussie to the west of the Cairngorm Mountains. This is a site once sacred to the Druids and an area of Christian worship since the 6
th century when Celtic missionaries arrived here. Inside Inch Church there is a hollow stone, said to have been used by St Adamnan and an ancient Celtic bell.
The major attraction in this area is the Insh Marshes, which is a large protected reserve where you can see all species of wildlife, birds and plants living and growing in the natural habitat. The Insh Marshes are over 5 km long and more than 1 km wide. Because of the seasonal flooding there is quite a large area of swamp here, so visitors are advised to wear waterproof footwear. Insh Church dates back to the late 1700's but is built on the site of a church that dated back to the 8
th century. Here you will be able to see a perfectly preserved cast iron bell and an original baptismal font at the front of the church.
If you enjoy outdoor activities and watersports, you will feel right at home in Insh. The River Spey is the ideal location for canoeing and kayaking and the Loch Insh watersports is one location where you can have all the fun you need in one place. Visit the neighbouring villages Kingussie to visit the Highland Folk Museum to experience the sights and sounds of Highland life over the past 400 years. This is also the area where the TV series "Monarch of the Glen" is filmed. A delightful walk here would take you from Insh Village through a section of the ancient Rathad nam Meirleach along a road once used by thieves and for driving cattle. As you come back along the circular route, you get a wonderful view of the village.
At the Leault Farm you will be thrilled with the sheepdog demonstrations offered by a local shepherd. The Highland Wildlife Park is another location where you will be able to see some of the wildlife native to the Highlands and the Insh area in particular.
Along with the wealth of outdoor activities, the Insh scenery is absolutely breathtaking so you will be taking a lot of pictures to show when you get back home. Enjoy climbing, rambling through the woods, and quiet walks by the side of the river. You won't have any problems with accommodations or finding a restaurant or pub. Like all Scottish towns and villages you will find very friendly people here.