Pros & cons
PROS
- Diesel, car wash and propane exchange
- Friendly, helpful staff and mechanic support
- Convenient stop just off the A9 in the village
CONS
- Small forecourt and limited shop selection
- Closed on Sundays; limited daytime hours
Overview
A small, old‑school village petrol stop in the heart of Carrbridge, Pace is the handy place to top up before you head deeper into the hills. It’s right by the Old Bridge Garage and a short stroll from the historic Packhorse Bridge, so you’re fueling up in the middle of the action rather than on a featureless roadside.
What You’ll Find
- Fuel including diesel, plus a car wash and propane exchange.
- Cards and contactless mobile payments accepted.
- Reviewers consistently mention friendly, helpful staff; a mechanic has even assisted travelers with minor issues.
Hours & Practicalities
Open 8 am–6 pm Monday to Saturday, closed on Sundays. It’s a compact forecourt with a small shop, so don’t expect a full convenience store—this is a functional, get‑you‑going stop.
Why Stop Here
It’s a useful refuel point just off the A9 without leaving the village core. If you’re basing in Carrbridge or passing through en route to trails, topping up here saves a longer detour later.
Best Time to Visit
Swing by on weekdays or early in the day to be in and out quickly. Since it closes at 6 pm and doesn’t open Sundays, plan your fuel around those hours.
Where it is
57.2842, -3.8157Tips for Pace
- 01Opens 8 am–6 pm Mon–Sat and closed Sundays; plan fuel accordingly.
- 02Cards and contactless mobile payments are accepted.
- 03If you need more groceries, the SPAR in Carrbridge is nearby.
- 04Forecourt is small; allow time to maneuver larger vehicles.
Amenities
Near Pace
All places →All trails →
0 mi awayThe Old Packhorse Bridge1717 stone arch with a dramatic, parapetless curveParking · Scenic Viewpoint
0.4 mi awayDinosaur KingdomAnimatronic dinos and fossil digs in the pinesExhibit · Parking
0.4 mi awayLandmark Forest Adventure ParkWoodland theme park mixing dinosaurs, water coasters and butterfliesRestroom · Parking
0.5 mi awayBamboozeleumIndoor illusion gallery that turns rainy days into giggly brain-bendersExhibit · Restroom
5.3 mi awayTwo Lochs TrailShort pinewood loop linking Loch Garten and tranquil Loch MallachieEasy · 2 mi · 1 hr
5.3 mi awayBoat of Garten Woods LoopPeaceful pinewoods loop with lochside birding and minimal hillsModerate · 6 mi · 2.5 hr
5.3 mi awayLoch Garten and Loch Mallachie TrailPeaceful pinewoods loop with lochside birdwatching and ospreysModerate · 6 mi · 2.5 hr
5.3 mi awayOsprey TrailEasy pinewoods walk to Loch Garten’s famed osprey viewing hubEasy · 9 mi · 3.5 hr
