Anagach Woods Trust owns around 382 hectares of mainly Scots pine woodland at Grantown-on-Spey, lying between the village and the River Spey.
The Trust manages the woods for the benefit of the community and the public with particular regard to: conservation of the natural heritage, education (especially of young people) concerning local wildlife and the cultural and natural heritage of the area, and the provision of recreational facilities and activities intended to improve the life of the community.
The woods were first planted in 1766 and have been under tree cover since. They are designated for the protection of rare birds and include part of the River Spey Site of Special Scientific Interest. Local people and visitors regularly use both marked and unmarked paths for walking, cycling and riding. The Trust also holds regular work parties throughout the area.
To manage potential conflicts between different users, minimise disturbance, and to ensure the safety of all, the Trust requires event organisers to complete and submit an enquiry form so that the impact of a proposed event can be assessed. For small scale and Club events, which may not require permission from, or notification to, the Trust, organisers should consult the Scottish Outdoor Access Code Publication 2005 – Scottish Outdoor Access Code.pdf and guidance issued by Cairngorms National Park Authority Guidance for Organised Outdoor Access Events.
Before submitting your event request, please refer to the calendar at the bottom of the page to ensure that your activity does not clash with another already scheduled.
Events for 2026
Please note, parkrun is staged in Anagach Woods every Saturday morning, from 9.20am.
Current events planned for the woods are:
Sunday May 17 – Grantown Try Tri
Responsible Access & Safety
Please follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code when visiting the Woods.
For your own safety and the safety of others:
NEVER start a fire or light a barbecue.
DO NOT enter Anagach Woods during a storm or in the immediate aftermath, as there is a high risk of snapped and windthrown trees falling on walkers
Sometimes it is necessary for us to carry out forest maintenance, so please be aware of vehicles moving around the forest and avoid areas where work is taking place. NEVER walk through warning signs, cones or barriers across paths.

