Grant Arms Hotel

24/06/2026

A nice way to start the day 👍 (Back of the camera shot) Grant Arms Hotel Wild Scotland VisitScotland

24/06/2026

To our friends in America enjoying the FIFA World Cup…

You’ve experienced the Tartan Army — now come and experience the Scottish Highlands.

At the Grant Arms Hotel in Grantown-on-Spey, you can enjoy the heart of the Cairngorms, Highland hospitality, wildlife, whisky, fresh air, and unforgettable Scottish scenery.

Whether you are following Scotland on the pitch or dreaming of visiting Scotland in person, the Highlands are waiting for you.

22/06/2026

"From start to finish, this is an excellent course for birders of any level, with no pressure - just fun!
Mark and Simon have vast experience and are excellent communicators with a sense of humour. We visited a range of habitats that allowed us to experience over a hundred different species which made many memorable experiences.
The week was organised superbly with a very comfortable stay at the Grant Arms."

Sue Rosser, May 2026

Thanks Sue!

2027 dates now available: https://www.schoolofbirding.com/

19/06/2026

"If you have the slightest hesitation about joining a School of Birding trip… don’t … just do it! In fact, hurry up and book!

I’ve been on Module One and Module Two… and I’d do both of them again in a heartbeat. Mark and Simon are the BEST! So considerate, so helpful, so knowledgeable and just all round lovely blokes! heir ability to explain, to find and point out, to describe, to steer away from the worst of the weather and provide superb experiences is second to none. Their enthusiasm is infectious.

I’ve booked again - Grant Arms Hotel and School of Birding is a fabulous combination!"

Thank you, Penny, for your very kind words!

2027 spots available now: https://www.schoolofbirding.com/

15/06/2026

Even though it feels and looks like a winters day the appearance of this young Stonechat tells me it is in fact still summer 😀🥹😎 Our tours pages have now been updated up to May 2027, interested? Then just check out our webpages at birdingecosse.co.uk Wild Scotland Grant Arms Hotel VisitScotland

09/06/2026

08/06/2026

"Just back from a fantastic week away at Grantown with the legends Mark Pearson and Simon Pawsey.

We were taken to the most amazing places - in magical woodland settings we watched Crested Tit and Pied Flycatchers, Ospreys doing what Ospreys do on their nests, a ‘rollercoaster ride’ with the Black-throated Diver and an errant sheep on a magnificent loch, not to mention an amazing walk to the top of Cairngorm which also revealed to us its treasures.

We watched nature at its best with patience and calm - this is not a ‘bird ticking’ exercise by any means, it’s all about being immersed in nature in all its glory.

The guys are so informative without being ‘teacherish’. Even though I hadn’t already done Module 1, it didn’t matter, everyone was so welcoming and a happy week was had by all.

Thank you School of Birding, I had a blast!"

Ann Fitzgerald, May '26

2027 dates are selling fast - why not join us in february for Module One? Click here: https://www.schoolofbirding.com/

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08/06/2026

Only a few places left in July!

06/06/2026

"What a fabulous week. Simon and Mark are truly inspirational. Their knowledge, guidance and spotting ability are exceptional as is their patience and understanding of all. All levels of birding are welcomed. I recommend joining them in the Highlands 110%!"
Sue Walkland, May 2026

2027 dates are selling fast - why not join us in february for Module One? Click here: https://www.schoolofbirding.com/

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