Colin Simpson, Head of Visitor Services and Active Travel
A graduate of Aberdeen University, Colin joined the Park Authority from Highland Council in 2022. Prior to this, Colin had spent 17 years in the tourist board network in the Highlands, working in roles across tourism marketing, infrastructure and outdoor activities.
In the Park Authority Colin leads on work across welcoming visitors, including infrastructure, and oversees ranger and volunteer activity. He also chairs the Managing for Visitors group, bringing together public and private partner organisations to work collaboratively to welcome the 2 million people who visit the National Park annually, responding to emerging issues and trends. Colin also oversees the Park Authority's access and infrastructure investment and the active travel work being undertaken as part of the Cairngorms 2030 project.
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To contact a member of the Park Authority's staff, email [email protected] or call 01479 873 535. All correspondence addressed to individual staff or board members will then be passed to them directly.
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The new fire byelaw
How the Cairngorms National Park Authority and its partners are tackling the threat of wildfires, including details on the recreational fire management byelaw, in place from 1 April to 30 September each year.
Wildlife
The Cairngorms National Park is home to a quarter of the UK’s rare and endangered species. Its rich habitats are a haven for an array of wildlife, from iconic birds to elusive plants and flowers.
Relevant alerts
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There is an ongoing wildfire situation at Glenmore within the Cairngorms National Park. Click here for all the latest. We would encourage members of the public to follow current guidance and be aware that the situation may change.
Due to the this wildfire incident, the following paths and routes are closed:
- All the paths around Loch Morlich, Glenmore and Badaguish are closed.
- The Ryvoan pass is closed, this includes all access to the Green Lochan (Lochan Uaine).
- Routes providing access to Cairngorm, the Northern Corries, Meall a’ Bhuachaille, Strath Nethy and Bynack More should be avoided.
- The Abernethy Forest area to the south of Forest Lodge and towards Ryvoan bothy is closed.