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Designed by John Tasker, Drybridge 01542 832282 Printed by Moravian Digital Press, Elgin 01343 542636 The Dava Way is one of Scotland’s Great Trails, visit: scotlandsgreattrails.co.uk

The path links the towns of Forres (near the coast) and Grantown-on-Spey (in the Cairngorm National Park), It is a way marked path between the mostly following the route of the dismantled Highland towns of Forres and Grantown-on- Railway Line. Spey. There are panoramic views It is a way for you to enjoy the countryside, outdoor The path mainly follows the old railway line. The entire across the shire counties of Nairn, recreation and the benefits of improved health and route is clearly signposted. At Dava and Dunphail it wellbeing. passes by private property. Please minimise intrusion Inverness, Moray and Aberdeen; and This is a pleasant and easy route. The surface of the path and keep your dog under close control or on a short across the to Ross and is generally compacted railway track-bed material which is lead, there may be domestic livestock. Cromarty, and . rough in places. Depending on the weather, stretches may Although the path is never far from the Grantown-on- be wet. It is suitable for walkers and off road cycling. In Spey to Forres road, there is no public transport and 2012 there were 12 opening gates along the route and a there are no places for refreshment throughout the flight of steps at Squirrel Neuk bridge. Route descriptions length of the route. You are advised to take food and and maps can be downloaded from davaway.org.uk water with you. The route offers a variety of landscape, flora and fauna At Forres the Dava Way links up with the Moray Coast along with natural and railway heritage. It is about 24 Trail and the North Sea Cycle Route. miles (38km) to Grantown-on-Spey from the centre of Forres. At Grantown-on-Spey the Dava Way links up with the Starting your journey from Forres, go down Tolbooth and a local paths network in the Anagach Street and way markers guide you to the outskirts of the Wood. town. Alternatively there is a network of sign-posted paths The Moray Way is a 95 mile circular route that through the various woodlands surrounding Forres, from combines the Dava Way with the Moray Coast path Grant Park and the Sanquhar Pond which also lead to the and the Speyside Way. For more information visit: Dava Way. morayways.org.uk Starting from Grantown-on-Spey, go along Seafield Avenue The ran 166km from Forres to past the caravan park to Dulicht Bridge. Dunkeld in Perthshire. Joseph Mitchell, a Forres born The route links the fertile Moray Coast with Strath Spey Civil Engineer, oversaw the construction. Building passing through varied woodland, farmland and moorland. started, with a lavish turf cutting ceremony, on 17 There are extensive views, to the north across the Moray October 1861 and the railway was passed by Firth and to the south, the Cromdale Hills and beyond the Government Inspector of Railways on that, the distinctive Lairig Ghru which cuts through the 9 September 1863, having taken just heart of the Cairngorms massif can be seen. 1 year and 11 months to build. Many of the bridges and structures are still The varied habitats mean that the observant will be standing despite the ravages of time. rewarded with interesting flora and fauna. The Dava Way passes through a number of sporting Please visit our estates. The shooting season runs almost throughout the website at davaway. year. You can help to minimise disturbance by being org.uk for more alert to the possibility of shooting taking place and taking information about account of advice on alternative routes. the path including updates, events and The Dava Way passes through some remote areas. Take OS maps or to contact the appropriate clothing and footwear and be prepared us about the path. for changing weather on the upland sections. A midge repellent is recommended in the summer months.