Badaguish at Aviemore
Refuel 2026 – We’re heading to Aviemore!
New for 2026, we’re extending our tent pegs to Aviemore! Our new home for one year only, Badaguish sits in the heart of Glenmore Forest Park, on the edge of the Cairngorm Mountains, in the scenic Scottish Highlands. Covering 16.8 acres of land, Badaguish is surrounded by towering pine forests and breathtaking mountain views offering wide open spaces for games and activities, woodland trails to explore, as well as the stunning Loch Morlich just a short walk away.
Originally a small 19th century farm, Badaguish was developed in the mid-1980s by Highland Council into an outdoor education centre. Since 2011, it has been owned and managed by the Speyside Trust, a charity dedicated to promoting inclusive access to outdoor activities for people with disabilities and support needs.
We can’t wait to bring Refuel to Badaguish! So! Get ready for teachings, seminars, campfire worship, family and 5 unforgettable days of being surrounded by the beauty of God’s creation in Church unity.
And if you’re keen to explore beyond the site, Aviemore is just 6 miles away – a vibrant Highland town packed with cafes, restaurants and pubs offering everything from traditional Highland fare and modern cuisine. Keep scrolling to explore what family activities Aviemore has to offer during the festival week!
How to Get Here
Please be aware that any postcode in the Highlands of Scotland covers a large area and we would recommend using the directions below as any SATNAV device may not be accurate
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Travelling North
Drive on the A9 and take the first turn-off to Aviemore, signposted Aviemore (B0152) Coylumbridge (B970). This junction is on your right -hand side, approximately 2 miles south of Aviemore. Travel the 2 miles on the B9152 until you come to a roundabout, take the 3rd exit marked B970 Coylumbridge. Travel approximately 5 miles until you see a sign for Badaguish on your left-hand side. Turn left at that junctionand travel approximately 1 mile on the single track-track road, through the forest until you come to the Badaguish centre.
Travelling South
Drive on the A9 and take the second turn off to Aviemore, signposted Aviemore (B9152) Coylumbridge (B970). This junction is on your left-hand side, approximately 2 miles south of Aviemore. Travel the 2 miles on the B9152 until you come to a roundabout, take the 3rd exit marked B970 to Coylumbridge. Travel approximately 5 miles until you see a sign for Badaguish on your left-hand side. Turn left at the junction and travel approximately 1 mile on the single track road, through the forest until you come to the Badaguish centre.
Travelling East
Drive through Aviemore until you come to a roundabout and take the 1st exit marked B970 Coylumbridge. Travel approximately 5 miles until you see a sign for Badaguish on your left-hand side. Turn left at the junction and travel approximately 1 mile on the single track road, through the forest until you come to the Badaguish centre.
Service number 34 leaves Aviemore from outside the Police Station and also from the Railway Station Interchange. Buses leave hourly from 09.15 hrs until 17.15 hrs. Please check travelinescotland.com for a current timetable. The new Adventure Bus (Aviemore/Cairngorm Mountain) is also worth checking. The journey takes around 15 minutes. You will then need to walk about 20 minutes from Glenmore to Badaguish.
Take the train to Aviemore and follow the directions above. There is a bus service to Glenmore or excellent local taxi firms.
Both the bus stop and taxi rank are situated outside the train station.
There are excellent local taxi firms in Aviemore with a rank outside the train station. The journey to Badaguish is approximately 5-10 minutes.
Taxis can also be booked here
Badaguish can be easily reached by an off-road cycle track from Aviemore – around 8 miles. From the railway station turn left, past the petrol station and then turn left down a path which takes you under the railway. Turn right, and after 150m cross the river by the Old Bridge and onto the cycle path which runs alongside the B970. 45 minutes here, 25 minutes return.
Due to the nature of Badaguish, parking spaces will be limited during Refuel. Spaces will be available to pre book at a cost of £35 per car for the duration of the festival. Booking your car parking space must be done in advance when booking your ticket via the website.
Please note: there will be no parking spaces available to book on the day. No single day parking passes will be available.
There will be a limited number of disabled parking spaces. Blue badge passes cost £35. If you require a disabled parking space, please select this option when booking your parking on the website.
Refuel will be offering a Refuel Shuttle Bus service, with pick up points in Aviemore to the festival site. This shuttle bus service will be collecting donations. More information on this to follow!
Want to find family activities in Aviemore?
Aviemore Bike Hire
TreeZone Aerial Adventure Park
Archery at Rothiemurchus
Hairy Coo Safari at Rothiemurchus
Aviemore Bike hire offers bike hire to both adults and children with various options for gear. They also provide tag-alongs and carts for younger children not yet riding solo. You can hire for half days, full days or longer periods (up to a week). Visit their website for prices and bookings.
TreeZone Aerial Adventure Park is the ultimate Treetop adventure course including a 100 meter zip-line, balance beams, hanging platforms, tight ropes, scramble nets and white knuckle bridges & gap jumps, set in the ancient Caledonian Pines of the Cairngorm Mountains. Minimum age is 8 years old. At least 1.1m tall.
Archery at Rothiemurchus involves target archery sessions where you’ll be shooting targets under instruction, with optional games and friendly competitions. Minimum age is 8 years and under 12s must be accompanied by an adult. No previous experience is necessary.
A guided experience with Rangers
Hairy Coo safari at Rothiemurchus takes you on a guided tour with the Rangers where you meet the Hairy Heilan coos. You do not need your own vehicle but it is a modest walk to the field. The ground can be muddy so boots or sturdy shoes are recommended. Plenty of photo opportunities so remember your camera! The experience is about 1 hour and under 18s must be accompanied by a paying adult.
