9 December: Christmas Mini Market

The final Christmas Mini Markets at Logie Steading for 2023!

Following the success of last years series of Christmas Mini Markets – they are back for 2023!

A suitably festive version of the summer markets, the Christmas events will be held over three Saturdays in a row in the run-up to Christmas:

  • 25th November
  • 2nd December
  • 9th December

Located just 6 miles outside Forres in the beautiful Findhorn Valley, Logie Steading is already home to a number of artisan makers and retailers. However, for our Mini Markets, we welcome a whole host of other local crafters, makers and food producers, each offering lovingly handmade gifts and items. With exhibitors attending from across Moray and the northeast of Scotland, the markets offer the chance to not only buy unique pieces, but to meet the people who created them. 

Open 10 am to 4 pm.

Parking £3 per car.

(Walkers and cyclists wont be charged!)

FEATURING – festive singing from The Highland Youth Theatre, marshmallow toasting, craft beers from Speyside Brewery, hot drinks and cakes available from the Inverness Roasting Company and hot drinks and food available sitting in at the Café or to take away.Exhibitors joining us on the 9th of December are*: 
In the Courtyard:

  • Shanti Naturals: Organic Aromatherapy body products, candles, diffusers and eco home cleaners.
  • The Moray Honey Company: Honey, award winning chilli jam, Granny’s secret dressing, beeswax candles and soap.
  • Ceramics by Squirrel: Ceramic character pots, wall hangings, jewellery and clay play packs. Locally made by Ocean.
  • By The Firth: Handcrafted, hypoallergenic polymer clay jewellery with designs inspired by nature.
  • Beth’s Bags & accessories: Handmade bags, purses (Harris tweed) children’s clothes, accessories made of Harris tweed, fabric jewellery, sun catchers and more!
  • Mills Cottage Preserves: Homemade jams, preserves and other deliciousness!
  • Ba-BeNatural: A variety of baby carriers, together with a consultancy service, including both in-the-moment baby-wearing support and bookable consults. In addition, a variety of ethically produced and/or naturally made household, toiletry and cleaning products, including Klean Kanteen water bottles, handmade sanitary protection, soaps and more.
  • Milly Munday Jewellery: Milly Munday jewellery creates a selection of unique coastal inspired silver jewellery designs, including earrings, necklaces, rings and brooches.
  • Christopher McColl Art: Original artwork prints and cards.
  • House of Mackenzie: Luxury fabrics and soft interiors designed locally and inspired by the Scottish Highlands – cushions, lampshades, wool blankets and footstools/cubes.
  • Daoine Pottery: Functional and decorative artisan ceramics which are one off pieces – inspired by landscapes and natural forms.
  • Inverness Coffee Roasting: Grown in the highlands of the world, roasted in the Highlands of Scotland: premium hand-roasted coffee and sweet treats.

In the Long Room:

  • Missing Links Jewellery: Hand crafted sterling silver jewellery made in the Scottish Highlands.
  • Mabel and Millie Candle Co: Homemade “Soy wax” Candles, Wax melts, Diffuser’s and wax burners. Small candle gift sets for Christmas will also be available.
  • Silver Thistle Treat Boxes: Specialise in Belgian chocolate bakes using locally produced ingredients. Stuffed and layered brownies, blondies, traybakes, cookie pies, cakes and cookies. Gluten free available.
  • Ian G McArthur: Local artist and hand-crafted cigar box guitars.
  • Ceomara Jewellery: Handmade jewellery made primarily in recycled silver in a little workshop in Badachro in the Scottish Highlands, inspired by the landscape seen through the window.
  • Old Barn Leather: Handcrafted journal, guestbook and sketchbook covers, guitar straps and keepsake boxes. One-of-a-kind gifts!
  • First Footings: Fabric baby shoes.

In the Motorhouse:

  • Jewellery by Chantelle Lee: Semi precious gemstone and Scottish gemstone jewellery, resin and wood earrings.
  • Boards and Staves: Handmade wooden homewares, crafted from sustainable sourced timber and recycled whisky barrels.
  • Gillian Taylor Photography: Scottish landscape and wildlife prints, greetings cards, coasters, placemats, tea towels and cushions.
  • Triskele Honey, Bees and Crafts: Honey … Blossom Heather and comb. Marmalade, jam and possibly tablet. Beeswax candles.
  • Big Dog Leather: Hand crafted leather good including belts, dog leads, collars, bridals and much more!
  • No Books Were Harmed.co.uk: Hand folded, never cut, designer made book art sculptures.
  • Speyside Brewery: Craft beers from the team at Speyside Brewery!
  • Albany Monroe: Handwoven textiles created on an eight-shaft table loom, made with natural fibres.
  • Creature Comforts: Cheery cushions featuring applique animals.
  • Covesea candles: Stone pots, unique candles, reed diffusers, wax melts, and some home items like vases – all made by hand.
  • Third House Crafts: Handmade unique items, including wood games, bunting for all occasions, woven edge cushions and wreaths, tartan remnant Christmas decorations, cushions, stools, doorstops, bookmarks and macramé plant hangers.

In Gazebos:

  • Alves Apiary: Local Honey, Bees Wax candles & Melts, Lip Balms, Beeswax scented soap, Paw Wax for Dogs and Cats, Wicker baskets for hampers Dubbin and furniture polish.
  • Hidden Gems: Jewellery and fun for men, women and kids!
  • The Watershed Initiative:  Engaging activities that aim to bring together the River Findhorn Watershed’s communities.
  • Heart of the Highlands: Selling candles, reed diffusers and wax melts all handmade in the highlands as well as eco conscious gifts and homeware. 
  • Coast Coffee Company: will be serving delicious Belgian waffles, hot chocolate, mulled wine and lots of delicious treats. 

*Exhibitors are subject to change.

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Terms & Conditions for fishing on Logie Estate

  1. Fishing on the river is restricted to 2 rods per beat and is to be by fly only. All fishing is from the right bank. By arrangement with the neighbouring estate there is no left bank fishing on the Relugas Middle and Top beats.
  2. The fishing is split into two 2 rod beats, Logie and Relugas, with Relugas sub divided into Middle and Top.  Beats can be taken together or separately. Logie is fished Monday to Saturday, Relugas Middle on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and Relugas Top on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Beats change at midnight.
  3. Fishermen must contact Logie Estate office on 01309 611300 a day or so before arrival to organise being shown onto the river. A map of pools, beats and access routes will be provided.
  4. Bio-security is important to the future of the river and anglers are asked to observe protection measures. The Findhorn District Fishery Board Conservation Code will be strictly observed. To summarise: All fish caught up to 14th May inclusive must be released. From 15th May, all salmon over 9 lbs / 4 kg / 28 inches / 72 cm are to be returned.  Below that measurement at least 70% of salmon and 50% of grilse caught should be released and a maximum of 1 salmon and / or 2 grilse per rod per week may be retained. In September all fish are to be returned. No gaffs or tailers are allowed.
  5. The Findhorn District Fishery Board Bio-security measures will be strictly observed and all fishermen in the party must sign the Bio-security Declaration. (Also available at http://www.fnlft.org.uk/downloads/)
  6. The Estate recommends that barbless hooks are used, fishermen are in possession of a disgorger and that knotless nets are used. All possible care should be taken when returning fish to the river, they should be handled as little, and gently, as possible and should not be removed from the water.
  7. The catch should be reported at the end of each day of fishing to Logie Estate Office on 01309 611300. If the office is closed, please leave a message on the answering machine with the date, weight and pool. Please also report a nil catch day.
  8. Dogs are allowed on the river but must be kept strictly under control at all times. The Estate reserves the right to ask tenants to remove dogs if they are considered to be out of control.
  9. Rod, line and fly size are dependent on prevailing weather and water conditions and personal choice. In general, maximum rod length needed is 13ft with a size 8 or 9 line, usually floating. Fly sizes range from 6 – 8 in the spring down to 12 or less in summer low water.
  10. Safety must be considered at all times. All beats have a variety of pools with some suitable for most heights of water. Little wading is necessary and river paths are good however the fishing is within the Findhorn gorge, access to some of the pools is quite steep and a degree of rock scrambling is often necessary when playing and landing fish. Please be aware that a reasonable level of fitness and mobility is required. A buoyancy aid for each rod is provided and should be collected from Logie Estate Office on arrival, and returned to the Estate Office (or to the outbuilding opposite if office is closed) on departure. Logie Estate strongly recommends that buoyancy aids are worn when fishing and not doing so is entirely at fishermen’s own risk. Please pay attention at all times, avoid slips and falls, wear appropriate footwear, look out for overhead electricity lines, watch the weather and pay attention to livestock. Take extra care if fishing alone.
  11. Anglers need to supply or hire their own equipment (except buoyancy aids, which are provided).
  12. Ghillieing/tuition is available by on a first come, first served basis. This must be booked in advance with the Estate Office and is subject to availability. A half day ghillieing/tuition is approx. 3 hours, full day approx. 6 hours. Please contact the estate office or check our website for current rates. Rates do not include discretionary tips.
  13. Rod, Reel & Line hire is available by on a first come, first served basis. This must be booked in advance with the Estate Office and is subject to availability. Please contact the estate office or check our website for current rates. A rod, reel and line set is for one person and is subject to a fully refundable damage deposit of £100.
  14. Aside from fishermen, others, including rafters and kayakers, enjoy this stretch of river and mutual respect and consideration is expected.
  15. Bookings are confirmed when initial payment is received. Subsequent changes in dates or number or rods are entirely subject to the Estate’s discretion and to availability. Change of dates, if accepted, incur an administration fee. In the event of a cancellation the tenant must advise Logie Estate immediately, whereupon Logie will endeavour to re-let. If a new tenant can be found the deposit will be returned less any expenses incurred for advertising, office costs, etc., and less any shortfalls in discounted list price. Until such time as a vacancy has been re-let the hirer is responsible for making any further payment by the due dates. Failure to do so may mean that the hirer forfeits any refund if the dates are re-let. If it is not possible to re-let, all payments are still payable by the due date(s). It is unlikely that a refund can be made for a late cancellation. Logie Estate recommends that fishermen take out relevant cancellation insurance.
  16. Subletting fishing is only allowed with Logie Estate’s permission.
  17. Logie Estate reserves the right to immediately withdraw fishing without compensation from anyone who breaks these or associated conditions, or flouts normal standards of behaviour or fishing etiquette.