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This website promotes the people, environment, community groups and the local businesses in and around Strathglass.
On our doorstep is Glen Affric, a National Nature Reserve, and also Glens Cannich and Strathfarrar. Areas of breathtaking beauty, they provide access to some of the wilder and more remote areas of Scotland. |
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Wildlife abounds within the remnants of the ancient Caledonian Pine Forest...red deer, golden eagle, badger, pine marten, otter and many more. Whether you wish to climb Munros, ramble or cycle on miles of forest track, fish for salmon and trout on river and loch, or simply relax and take in the magical surroundings - we have it all here! |
Around Strathglass |
Enjoy the great outdoors in one of the most beautiful areas of Scotland. Explore Strathglass and the magnificent Glens - Glen Affric, Glen Cannich and Glen Strathfarrar.
  Admire the stunning landscapes - from the high mountain peaks to the lochs, rivers and forests below. |
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Latest News |
Affric2Africa Two Strathglass men will head for Timbuktoo on 10,000 mile charity motorbike ride! Affric2Africa.com |
Glen Affric Duathlon 2009 Results and Photos: Glen Affric Duathlon 2009 |
"My Yester Years in Glen Affaric" by Duncan MacLennan. Now available!! - see publications section.
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Activities |
 The Glens around Strathglass offer some of the most spectacular walking in Scotland.
 The area is an ideal location for the cyclist - quiet roads that take you deep into the glens, and numerous forest tracks and off road routes to satisfy the mountain bike enthusiast.
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 The lochs and rivers around the Strathglass area are widely recognised for their superb trout and salmon fishing.
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Study the wildlife, flora and fauna in a natural wild land setting.
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Send a Postcard to a Friend! |
 Share your experiences with your friends - send an electronic postcard!
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Business Pages |
Extended business listings now covering the wider Strathglass, Glenurquhart, Beauly and Loch Ness area. Information on where to stay: - Hotels, B&B, Self Catering, Caravan & Camping and Backpackers Hostels. Where to eat and go shopping.   |
Eating out? Check out where to go for your breakfast, lunch and dinner. |
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Advertise |
If you would like to take advantage of our new advertising pages on the site - at a very reasonable cost - then e-mail webmaster@glenaffric.org
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Culture |
 The Strathglass area has been an inspiration to artists, musicians and writers for centuries. We are pleased to present the work of contemporary local artists and also look at the historical importance of the Celtic icon.
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 Strathglass has its very own resident singer/songwriter. We also have a postman who sings and writes books & poetry.
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Many keen photographers visit Strathglass. Autumn 2008 saw Chris Morten spend some time capturing the area in all its glory - see some of Chris's pictures here. |
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Heritage |
 Strathglass and the Glens have a rich and varied history. Take a journey through Strathglass with our local heritage group.
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 The demise of the Clan system after Culloden and the notorious Highland Clearances changed the landscape forever.
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 In the mid 1900s the landscape changed again with the coming of the Hydro Electric schemes.
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Information Pages |
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Find out where we are, how to get here, and how to get around during your stay.   |
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Strathglass Community Council |
Keep up to date on local community matters.
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Minutes of meeting 15 October 2009.
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Contact Us |
For matters relating to the website please e-mail: webmaster@glenaffric.org.
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