Hill to Grill: Activity Sign-Ups

Hill to Grill is Cairngorms Connect's free outdoor festival celebrating local forests and local food. We've got a whole host of exciting activities planned for people of all ages and abilities, from woodworking to cooking demonstrations. Find out more here!

Due to increased popularity, some elements of Hill to Grill 2025 will require booking in advance. You can book a free ticket for the following activities, on this event page.

If you miss out on a ticket, or aren't sure if you can make it yet, don't worry. We are also keeping spaces available for booking in person on the day - head to the Cairngorms Connect stand to book!

Meet the Forest Walk
Explore nearby Dell Woods on a guided walk with woodland and wildlife experts from NatureScot to learn more about how our local forests are managed to provide benefits for people and nature.
Route: 2km
Time slots: 11:15am-12:15pm / 12:45pm-1:45pm / 2pm-3pm

Storytelling Walk
Immerse yourself in the folklore and stories of the forest with Sarah Hobbs from Strathspey Storywalks.
Route: 1km
Timeslots: 12pm-12:45pm / 1:15pm-2pm

Fungi Walk
Join mushroom expert Liz Holden for an introduction to the fungal kingdom.
Route: less than 1km
Timeslots: 11am-12pm / 12:30pm-1:30pm / 2pm-3pm

Guided Cycle
Join a guided cycle with leaders from H&I Adventures and explore the area on two wheels, discovering Abernethy Forest.
Route: 13km
Timeslots: 11:30am -1pm / 1:30pm-3pm

Bike Bus - to the event and/or after the event
An organised group of cyclists, with a set route and leaders, and stops along the way to pick up more riders. By riding to the event together, we can have more fun, be safer and encourage less confident cyclists! ​There are 16 ‘seats’ on the bus, which will be led by two qualified, experienced and friendly ‘drivers’ from Aviemore to Hill to Gill in Nethy Bridge, picking up riders from Boat of Garten along the way.
You will need your own bike and helmet. If you need to borrow a bike please get in touch and we may be able to help, where availibility allows. If you need to borrow an adaptive bike, we're working with Able To Adventure to make these available for participants. Please get in touch if you would like to borrow an adaptive cycle.
We will follow the Speyside Way and ride at a relaxed pace. Riders under 18 years old need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Route: 16km (8km to/from Boat of Garten).
Timings: 10:30am - BackcountryScot, Aviemore / 11:15am - Boat of Garten Community Hall
2:30pm - departing Hill to Grill, with a drop-off in Boat of Garten

The bike bus is supported by the Cairngorms National Park Authority and the Spin project as part of Cairngorms 2030. Cairngorms 2030 is a Cairngorms National Park Authority programme supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, with thanks to National Lottery players.

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Aviemore, Festivals in Aviemore.