Guidebook for Aberdeenshire
Food Scene
The makers of our local shortbread, with a very nice cafe/restaurant and shop - including cheap shortbread seconds!
Dean's of Huntly Gift Shop and Visitor Centre
Depot RoadThe makers of our local shortbread, with a very nice cafe/restaurant and shop - including cheap shortbread seconds!
Combine a day trip to Balmedie Beach with a meal at The Cock & Bull - delicious food, friendly atmosphere and dog friendly!
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The Cock & Bull
Ellon RoadCombine a day trip to Balmedie Beach with a meal at The Cock & Bull - delicious food, friendly atmosphere and dog friendly!
A lovely lunch stop, close to Bennachie. Small but perfect. Dogs allowed in the garden.
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Old Post Office Tearoom
A lovely lunch stop, close to Bennachie. Small but perfect. Dogs allowed in the garden.
Lil' C's Bar-B-Q
A fab American style BBQ joint in rural Aberdeenshire!
Dogs welcome.
Parks & Nature
The Bin
Fab forest walks and views from the top. Just a short drive from Beggshill Bothy.
From the Bennachie Centre there are a selection of walks for all abilities. Stroll through the forest or climb to the top!
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Bennachie Centre
From the Bennachie Centre there are a selection of walks for all abilities. Stroll through the forest or climb to the top!
Just North of Aberdeen, Balmedie has long stretches of sand accessed by paths through the dunes. There are toilets and a seasonal kiosk for coffee or ice cream. A great destination for dogs!
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Balmedie Beach
Just North of Aberdeen, Balmedie has long stretches of sand accessed by paths through the dunes. There are toilets and a seasonal kiosk for coffee or ice cream. A great destination for dogs!
Perhaps our favourite beach in the area! Combine exploring Culbin Forest with blowing the cobwebs away on the vast sandy beach. A great place to let dogs run!
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Spiaggia di Nairn
Perhaps our favourite beach in the area! Combine exploring Culbin Forest with blowing the cobwebs away on the vast sandy beach. A great place to let dogs run!
A visit to the Cairgorms National Park is highly recommended! Head to the Cairgorm Mountain Railway for spectacular views from the top.
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Parco nazionale di Cairngorms
A visit to the Cairgorms National Park is highly recommended! Head to the Cairgorm Mountain Railway for spectacular views from the top.
Sightseeing
The remains of Huntly Castle are our closest point of the Castle Trail. Explore the castle and take a stroll along the river Deveron.
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Huntly Castle
Castle StreetThe remains of Huntly Castle are our closest point of the Castle Trail. Explore the castle and take a stroll along the river Deveron.
Haddo House has something for everyone. Visit this Scottish stately home with "the clean elegance and swooping lines of the Georgian style with a luxurious Victorian interior." Explore the terrace garden, or enjoy a long walk in the substantial grounds where dos are permitted. There are toilets and a coffee shop on site.
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Haddo House
Haddo House has something for everyone. Visit this Scottish stately home with "the clean elegance and swooping lines of the Georgian style with a luxurious Victorian interior." Explore the terrace garden, or enjoy a long walk in the substantial grounds where dos are permitted. There are toilets and a coffee shop on site.
The Moray Coast is very beautiful, and Cullen is a great place to include on a trip along the coast. Walk on the beach or follow the old railway line. Don't miss the sweetie / ice cream shop!
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Cullen
The Moray Coast is very beautiful, and Cullen is a great place to include on a trip along the coast. Walk on the beach or follow the old railway line. Don't miss the sweetie / ice cream shop!
Shopping
Lots of unique lovely things and a fab cafe - and the home of Hellygog.
Stunning walks nearby, or try Salmon fishing on the river Findhorn.
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Logie Steading
Logie SteadingLots of unique lovely things and a fab cafe - and the home of Hellygog.
Stunning walks nearby, or try Salmon fishing on the river Findhorn.
If you are heading up to Nairn, stop in at Brodie Coutryfare! Stockists of many things you want but don't need, with a nice restaurant too.
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Brodie Countryfare
If you are heading up to Nairn, stop in at Brodie Coutryfare! Stockists of many things you want but don't need, with a nice restaurant too.
Essentials
Huntly has two supermarkets and a small selection of local shops. The monthly Farmers Market (first Saturday of the month) is a great place to pick up fresh local produce.
Costcutter stocks locally farmed meats etc.
Huntly
Huntly has two supermarkets and a small selection of local shops. The monthly Farmers Market (first Saturday of the month) is a great place to pick up fresh local produce.
Costcutter stocks locally farmed meats etc.
Getting Around
Our nearest airport, approximately 45 minutes drive.
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Aeroporto Internazionale di Aberdeen
Our nearest airport, approximately 45 minutes drive.
Entertainment & Activities
For a fun day out, pick up the "whisky line" at Keith, and ride the heritage railway 11 miles down to Dufftown - the World's Malt Whisky Capital where you can enjoy a distillery tour.
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The Keith & Dufftown Railway
For a fun day out, pick up the "whisky line" at Keith, and ride the heritage railway 11 miles down to Dufftown - the World's Malt Whisky Capital where you can enjoy a distillery tour.