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Findhorn Heritage Centre
Inside the Icehouse
Description	Located at the north end of Findhorn village in two former Salmon Fishing Huts and an underground Icehouse, Findhorn Village Heritage tells the story of the Village from prehistoric times to the present day. In the atmospheric underground chambers of the Icehouse you can learn about the important salmon fishing industry, once the mainstay of the village economy. In the Heritage Centre find out about the people of Findhorn from stone age hunters, to 18th century seafaring merchants to trainee world war 2 bomber crews. See actual stones from the ‘lost port’ of Findhorn, washed away in 1702 and rediscovered recently after 300 years. Learn about local natural history – where to watch seals and ospreys. We are open every afternoon in June, July & August from 2–5pm. In May and September weekend afternoons only. Admission free (Donations appreciated).
Collection information	Excellent carefully restored example of 19th century commercial icehouse - recently designated as historic monument by Historic Scotland. Underground chambers contain interpretive displays on domestic and commercial icehouses, salmon netting and fishermen, boat building in Findhorn and the collection of ice and packing of salmon for southern markets. Chronological history of the village including Mesolithic and bronze age finds and mediaeval connections with Kinloss Abbey, Information about and finds from the ‘lost port’ of Findhorn covered by the sea in 1702 when the river Findhorn changed course. Recent additions include the development of the Findhorn ‘X class’ (a history of yachting in Findhorn) and ‘Findhorn in the war’ including the early days at RAF Kinloss. A number of photo albums show classes at the village school dating back to 1912 and past inhabitants and activities.
Address	147 Findhorn Findhorn Moray IV36 3YL where is IV36 3YL?  | how do I get there?
Tel	+44 (0)1309 690659
Fax	+44 (0)1309 691823
Email	tw-cm@negi.fsnet.co.uk
Website	www.findhorn-heritage.co.uk
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