Sustainable holiday retreats Cairngorm Lodges and Cairngorm Bothies have officially opened entries for their popular autumn photography showcases, inviting guests, day visitors, and local nature lovers to capture the beauty of Royal Deeside’s changing seasons.
Running concurrently through midnight on September 30, 2026, the two competitions - "A Day at Cairngorm Lodges" and "In a Day at Cairngorm Bothies" - invite participants to share unique photos taken on the estate or surrounding landmarks, from red squirrel encounters and ancient Scots Pines to dramatic sunsets over Morven and the Muir of Dinnet.
Winners from each competition will receive a £50 gift voucher redeemable against future stays at either property.
"Our woodland estate offers an extraordinary canvas for photography, whether capturing quiet wildlife moments or dark-sky stargazing," said Dr. Gordon Drummond, Owner. "These competitions allow our guests and visitors to share the special moments that define their retreat in the Cairngorms."
How to Enter
- Cairngorm Lodges Competition: Post your image as a comment on the "Cairngorm Lodges Photo Competition" Facebook Event page using the hashtag #ADayAtCairngormLodges25 and tag Cairngorm Lodges. Full entry rules and guidelines are available at cairngormlodges.co.uk.
- Cairngorm Bothies Competition: Post your entry to the "Cairngorm Bothies 'In a Day' Photo Competition" Facebook Event feed with the hashtag #ADayAtCairngormBothies26 and tag Cairngorm Bothies. Complete details can be found at cairngormbothies.co.uk.