Kingussie

Kingussie, which is pronounced as “King-you-sea” and originates from the Gaelic phrase “Ceann a’ Ghiùthsaich,” meaning the “head of the pine wood,” serves as the capital of Badenoch. This small town located at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park near to the renowned River Spey, and provides a splendid location for indulging in various sports activities such as cycling, skiing, golfing, fishing, water sports, and hiking. 

Kingussie is particularly popular for its Shinty team, which has gained global recognition after being featured in the 2005 edition of Guinness Book of Records as the most accomplished club team across the globe. The Kingussie’s first team secured the league for an unmatched 20 years in a row, thereby cementing its legacy in the world of sports. The game of Shinty may be likened to hockey, albeit with a significantly greater amount of physical contact. Nonetheless, it is still a common sport that is regularly played.

A short trip from Kingussie is beautiful Loch Insh, this scenic Loch is a perfect spot for walks and is home to the Loch Insh Outdoor Centre, offering a range of watersports activities during the summer months and archery, ice skating, and introductory ski and snowboard lessons during the winter.