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ABERDEENSHIREPLACES TO VISIT, PLACES TO STAY AND MUCH MUCH MORE
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2. ART
GALLERIES
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Schoolhill, Aberdeen AB10 1FQ
T: 01224 523700
info@aagm.co.uk
www.aagm.co.uk
A nationally significant collection
and a rich programme of special
exhibitions.
Milton Art and Craft Gallery
Leys Estate, Milton of Crathes,
Banchory, Aberdeenshire AB31 5QH
T: 01330 844664
info@miltonart.com
www.miltonart.com
Original art and high quality crafts
all produced locally by highly skilled
Peacock Visual Arts
21 Castle Street, Aberdeen AB11 5BQ
T: 01224 639539
info@peacockvisualarts.co.uk
www.peacockvisualarts
Aberdeen’s main centre for contem-
porary art has a regularly changing
programme of exhibitions/events. Visit
the gallery and print shop to see local,
national and international works, or
use open access printmaking facilities
to create your own.
There are over 30 places named Aberdeen
throughout the world.
Country Frames Gallery
Yvonne Flett, Leslie, Insch,
Aberdeenshire AB52 6PA
T: 01464 820389
countryframes@btconnect.com
www.countryframesgallery.co.uk
A warm and welcoming gallery in the
heart of the beautiful Aberdeenshire
countryside showing an exciting
range of art and crafts from local,
national and international exhibiting
artists. In addition, Country Frames
Gallery offers a bespoke picture fram-
ing and giclee printing service.
The self-seal envelope was developed in Aberdeen

3. contact info:
Craigievar Castle
Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8JF
T: 01339 883635
This fairytale castle seems to have
grown naturally out of the surrounding
rolling hills.
CASTLES
Balmoral Castle
The Estate Office, Balmoral,
Ballater AB35 5TB
T: 01339 742534
www.balmoralcastle.com
Scottish home to the Royal Family.
Grounds, gardens, exhibitions, shop,
café and audio tour.
Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate
Banchory AB31 5QJ
T: 01330 844525
A magnificent late 16th-century castle
in the heart of Royal Deeside. Discover
the intriguing round towers, turrets and
original painted ceilings. Then explore
the famous gardens and enjoy a walk
Drum Castle, Garden and Estate
Banchory AB31 5EY
T: 01330 700334
Drum Castle has a rich history. Gifted
by Robert the Bruce in 1323, the
estate developed over time, each
century leaving a mark on the castle
and grounds.
The Castle and Gardens of Mey
Caithness KW14 8XH
T: 01847 851473
www.castleofmey.org.uk
The Queen Mother’s home in Caith-
ness. Castle, gardens, shop and
tearoom with an animal centre for
children.
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4. The Castle and Gardens of Mey
Caithness KW14 8XH
T: 01847 851473
www.castleofmey.org.uk
The Queen Mother’s home in Caithness.
Castle, gardens, shop and tearoom with an
animal centre for children.
Kildrummy Castle
Alford AB33 8RA
T: 01975 571331
Ruins of a 13th century courtyard cas-
tle. Former stronghold of Earls of Mar;
headquarters for organising the 1715
Jacobite rising.
Huntly Castle
Huntly AB54 4SH
T: 01466 793191
With elaborate heraldry, carved fire-
places and refined décor, this palatial
residence was a declaration of the
power and wealth of the noble Gordon
family.
The must see castle of course is Balmoral Castle
Castle Fraser, Garden and Estate
Inverurie AB51 7LD
T: 01330 833463
Dating from 1575, Castle Fraser hosts a
large collection of fine furniture and family
portraits. Outside, enjoy a superb walled
garden and woodland walks.
There are more castles per acre here than anywhere else in the UK.
CASTLES
Glenbuchat Castle
Kildrummy
T: 01667 460232
It stands on high ground between the River Don and the Water of Buchat,
commanding a view down Strathdon to the east. A Z-shaped tower house
built in 1590. It has survived remarkably intact; its ground floors can be ex-
plored with ease. Its last laird was a notable Jacobite.

5. contact info:
Tolquhon Castle
AB41 7LP
T: 01651 851 286
A great building to explore, including a
secret compartment above the laird’s
quarters where he hid his valuables.
Dunnottar Castle
Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2TL
T: 01569 762173
www.dunnottarcastle.co.uk
An essential ‘must see’ on your holiday
to Scotland – unique, evocative, his-
torical and romantic.
Corgarff Castle
AB36 8YP
T: 01975 651460
After Culloden in 1746, the castle was
converted into a Redcoat garrison
fortress, largely to suppress Jacobite
activity.
Delgatie Castle
Turriff, Aberdeenshire AB53 5TD
T: 01888 563479
The castle is steeped in Scottish his-
tory but still gives the feel of a lived in
home. There are wonderful painted
ceilings dating 1592 and 1597.
Fyvie Castle
Turriff AB53 8JS
T: 01651 891266
The charm of Fyvie ranges from its
13th-century origins to its stunning
Edwardian interiors. The castle is
home to a superb collection of arms,
armour and paintings, including works
by Raeburn and Gainsborough. Stroll
around the picturesque lake, or visit
the restored 1903 racquet court and
bowling alley.

6. DISTILLERIES
Royal Lochnagar Distillery
Crathie, Ballater, AB35 5TB
T: 01339 742700
Situated right next to Balmoral Castle it
is the perfect place to visit. You will be
offered a guided tour of our traditional
working distillery, which retains much
of its original charm.
Glenglassaugh Distillery
Portsoy, Aberdeenshire AB45 2SQ
T: 0131 3355131 i
Guided distillery tours, visitor centre
and gift shop.
The Glenlivet Distillery
Glenlivet, Ballindarroch AB37 9DB
T: 01340 821720
Gift-shop, coffee-shop and hand-fill
opportunity. Call for information on
our in-depth ‘Spirit of the Malt’ and
‘The Legacy Experience’ tour
“Too much of anything is bad, but too much good
whiskey is barely enough.”Mark Twain
Why not get into the ‘spirit’ of Scotland’s ancient
art of whisky production
GlenDronach Distillery
Forgue, by Huntly AB54 6DB
T: 01466 730202
Guided distillery tours, visitor centre
and gift shop.

7. HISTORICPLACES&
ATTRACTIONS
“The birth-place of Valour, the country of Worth” Robert Burns
“Give me Scotland or I die!” John Knox
Cathedral Church of St Machar
The Chanonry, Old Aberdeen AB24 1RQ
T: 01224 485988
On a site of Christian witness for 1,500 years, the
magnificent 15th century cathedral with its massive
twin spires, world-famous heraldic ceiling and glorious
stained glass is one of Scotland’s ‘must see’ treasures
Kirk of St Nicholas
Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JZ
T: 01224 643494
The Kirk of St Nicholas is arguably the most impor-
tant and undervalued building in the Royal burgh of
Aberdeen. The present structure is mainly of 18th and
19th century date, but incorporates portions of the
12th century church and stands on the site of the 15th
century building, which was one of the largest and
most prestigious burgh churches in Scotland
Tomnaverie Stone Circle
Historic Scotland, on the B9094 Aboyne Coull
T: 01667 460 232
This site was in a ruinous condition as a result of insta-
bilities caused by an adjacent quarry but was restored
and excavated in 2000.
Duff House
Banff AB45 3SX
T: 01261 818181
Magnificent Georgian mansion designed by William
Adam. Contains a collection
of important works from the National Galleries of Scot-
land.

8. HISTORICPLACES&
ATTRACTIONS
Easter Aquhorthies Stone Circle
Historic Scotland 1m west of Inverurie on the A96
T: 01667 460232
A recumbent stone circle consisting of 11 upright
stones. The circle stones are very broad and massive
and are about 4,000 years old.
Kinneff Old Church
Kinneff, By Inverbervie DD10
On the site of the original church associated with one
of the best known episodes in Scottish history.The
romantic story of how Kinneff Old Kirk sheltered the
Honours of Scotland, the Scottish Crown Jewels, is
told and consequently the importance of the part it
played in the fate of Scotland’s future. The Trust was
formed to ensure its continued maintenance and
preservation for the benefit of the Nation.
Memsie Cairn
3.5m S of Fraserburgh on B9032
T: 01667 460232
www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/places A large stone built cairn,
possibly of Bronze-Age date, enlarged during field clearance over
the last two centuries.
12th Century Parish Church of St Mary’s
Monymusk, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 7HJ
Monymusk has been inhabited since the Stone Age. It was connected
to Christianity in the 5th century and the parish church of St Mary’s
was once part of an Augustinian Priory (11th-16th century). In 1929 the
church was restored to its original condition and it is now one of the
finest parish churches in Scotland. The church houses the Monymusk
Stone.

10. MUSEUMS
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY
T: 01224 337700
The award-winning Maritime Museum brings the history of the North
Sea to life with displays on the offshore oil industry, shipbuilding, fish-
ing and clipper ships. It hosts an exciting programme of special exhibi-
tions and offers visitors a spectacular viewpoint over the busy harbour
The Tolbooth Museum
Castle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1EX
T: 01224 621167
The Tolbooth Museum is one of Aberdeen’s oldest buildings and one
of the best-preserved 17th century jails in Scotland. It features dis-
plays on local history and the development of crime and punishment
through the centuries.
Grampian Transport Museum
Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8AE
T: 01975 562292
Exciting new exhibitions including ‘Scottish Built’ - celebrating the
Scottish Motor Industry. Fabulous new ‘climb-aboard’ vehicle exhibits.
Junior Driving School - learning through play - for 5 to 11 year olds.
Lots to see and do!
The Maggie Law Maritime Museum
William Street, Gourdon, Montrose, Angus DD10 0LW
T: 01569 750730
The Museum sits in the heart of the picturesque
fishing village of Gourdon, one of the few remaining
working harbours on this coastline. The centrepiece
of the Museum is the old inshore lifeboat, the Maggie
Law. We aim to create an experience which captures
and celebrates, our rich maritime heritage.

11. MUSEUMS
Alford Heritage Museum
Alford Heritage Museum, 3 Mart Road, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8BZ
T: 019755 62906
The Alford Heritage Museum has been created in the old Auction Mart which was the hub of the agricultural
world in the Donside area. The Museum opened to the public in 1991 and now hosts a huge collection of arte-
facts and exhibits dating from the early 1800s to the present day.
Fraserburgh Heritage Centre
Quarry Road, Fraserburgh AB43 9DT
T: 01346 512888
Depicting 400 year history of Fraserburgh. Hands-on
activities. Audio tour available. Shop. Group, school visits,
etc. welcome, pre-booking essential. Out of hours by
special arrangement – phone 01346 513802.
Free parking.
Satrosphere Science Centre
179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen AB24 5TU
T: 01224 640340
With hands-on interactive exhibits and live science shows,
a visit will inspire the scientist within. Our enthusiastic and
dynamic team continues to develop interactive and con-
temporary programmes that transport visitors, of all ages
and backgrounds, to the heart of discovery.
Fraserburgh is Europe’s largest shellfish port