With Deeside glowing in autumnal splendour, members came from near and far to gather at Muir Cottage for a Friday eve spent catching up and sharing tales of summer trips, and then planning the next days outings.
Saturday saw early risers heading out on epics – running and walking to Derry Cairngorm, a bike/run to Ben Macdui, with others heading off at a more relaxed time in the morning -a bike tour to Invercauld, and walkers to Sgor Mor and around Inverey.
By evening all had returned the kitchen was a hive of activity while the lounge got cosy with logs in the stove and tales swapped of the day’s adventures. After a delicious meal many stayed up late for a beer and a whisky or two.
Sunday saw the weather turn wet, so many headed off home, but an exploration sortie to find a cave was successful, and there was another bike tour and a walk from Braemar.
Our next members weekend at Muir Cottage will be the Burns supper in late January 2026
