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drifting down the valley. A visit during one
of their many daily services is punctuated
with the harmonic tones of Gregorian
Chant and the smell of incense.
Moray is also an excellent base from
which to explore the Highlands. On the
edge of the Cairngorms National Park,
an hour from Loch Ness and the Highland capital
Inverness and well served by bus, train and air links to
the rest of the UK and beyond.
Morayshire boasts one of the most favourable climates
in Scotland. With less than 26 inches of annual rainfall it is
drier than Eastbourne on the south coast of England and
has more winter sunshine than London! Temperatures
are almost 2% above the Scottish average.
Things to do
Morayshire boasts a wide range of tourist facilities.
Sandy beaches, soaring hills and fertile low-lands offer
unparalleled opportunities for biking, ski-ing, fishing,
field sports and golf.
World famous golf courses such as Nairn West,
Castle Stuart, Royal Dornoch and Moray are within
easy reach, with smaller local courses also offering
challenging and scenic opportunities.
The legendary Whisky Trail is on the doorstep, with
many outstanding Speyside distilleries a short drive away.
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Local whisky specialists Gordon and
McPhail in Elgin are well worth a visit to
stock up on your favourite tipple.
The renowned salmon rivers the
Spey, Findhorn and Nairn are within
easy reach, and they have contacts
with local sporting agents should you
wish them to enquire about fishing lets on your behalf.
The mild climate and fertile farmlands mean that
Morayshire is home to many world famous names in food
production, such as Baxter’s of Speyside and Walkers of
Aberlour as well as many smaller speciality producers.
There are many fine local restaurants showcasing the
best of Scotland’s larder.
The Moray Firth is one of the best places in Britain
to see dolphins (and occasionally whales) with
regular boat trips from a number of little harbours
along the coast.
Each cottage is supplied with extensive visitor
information packs suggesting days out, pleasant local
walks and must-see attractions. The owners are happy
to assist in the booking and reservations. n
For further information and bookings, contact;
www.pluscardencrofts.co.uk
t: 01343 890394
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