Aberdeen

Aberdeen

Aberdeen lies on the bank of the River Dee and the River Don it is a city famous historically for ship building. It is often referred to as the Granite City due to the local stone which adorns so many of its buildings and is the centre of the UK's oil industry.

The surrounding Grampian mountains are crammed full of castles such as Craigievar Castle, Fyvie Castle and Drum Castle. Not to mention the Queen's Scottish home, Balmoral Castle. They are also where distilleries such as Glenlivet, Glen Moray and Royal Lochnagar are to be found. The countryside is also perfect for hiking, orienteering or the Duke of Edinburgh award. There are countless huge mountains to climb so mountaineering is another major activity, although training and precautions should be taken as the weather and conditions can change at a moment's notice in this wilderness.

The city holds an annual international Youth Festival which attracts up to 1,000 talented young performing arts companies.

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Gordon Highlanders Museum

The only Visit Scotland 5-Star Attraction in Aberdeen, the museum tells the extraordinary 200 year story of “the Finest Regiment in the World!”

At the Gordon Highlanders Museum you can re-live the dramatic story of one of Britain’s most famous regiments through the lives of its outstanding personalities and the soldiers of the north-east of Scotland who filled its ranks. Changing exhibition programme, interactive displays, guided tours, events and activities for all ages.

Garlogie Powerhouse Museum

Relive the early days of the industrial revolution at Garlogie Mill. See the rare beam engine - the only one of its type to have survived intact on its original location - which powered the woollen Mill.

Garioch Museum

Materials related to the history of Garioch.

Fyvie Castle

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.

Fraserburgh Heritage Centre

Step back in time through centuries of history at Fraserburgh Heritage Centre

Step back in time through centuries of history at Fraserburgh Heritage Centre. From the bustling quayside in the age of sail to the haute couture of dress designer Bill Gibb and the exciting adventure of Antarctic exploration, the 4 star visitor attraction offers a wealth of exhibits and a fascinating experience for all the family.

Fordyce Joiners Workshop

Discover the importance of the rural carpenter to the local community in the days before mass-produced goods, with displays of early tools and an audiovisual presentation. See a craftsman working in wood; relax in a Victorian-style garden; view early workshop machinery.

Ferryhill Railway Heritage Centre

The Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust was set-up in 2007 to take over the remaining building of the former Ferryhill locomotive depot, restore it and transform the site into a working railway heritage site for the North East of Scotland. In this endeavor, the Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust has the active support of Aberdeen City Council and the Ferryhill Community Council.

Blairs Museum

The Museum of Scotland's Catholic Heritage

Blairs Museum contains spectacular collections spanning more than 500 years while the beauty of St. Mary’s Chapel never fails to make an impression.

Blairs Museum is home to a magnificent collection of paintings, church textiles, sacred and domestic silver and Jacobite memorabilia belonging to the Scottish Roman Catholic Church.

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Banff Museum

A local museum with material relating to the social and natural history of the town

A local museum with material relating to the social and natural history of the town and immediate district. Collections include scientific instruments which belonged to the astronomer James Ferguson and the natural history collection of Thomas Edward.

Banchory Museum

Gateway to Royal Deeside

Learn about the history of Banchory and its most famous son, musician and composer, J. Scott Skinner, the "Strathspey King".

In our permanent collection you will also see:

Arbuthnot Museum

Discover the wealth of Peterhead's maritime history in one of Aberdeenshire's oldest museums. See models showing the development of Peterhead fishing boats and find out about:

Aberdeenshire Heritage Mintlaw

A purpose-built storage unit housing up to 35,000 historic objects and 60,000 photographic images

Aberdeenshire Museum Service HQ (AMS) is the first publicly accessible store for the county’s museum service, and was built with a substantial grant from Heritage Lottery Fund.

Aberdeenshire Farming Museum

Relive the story of our famous farming past in the beautiful surroundings of Aden Country Park

Long famed for high quality Aberdeen-Angus cattle, the North East contains a quarter of Scotland’s arable land and consequently farming is an essential feature of rural life. The award-winning Aberdeenshire Farming Museum at Aden Country Park brings alive the story of this famous farming past in the unique semi-circular Aden Estate home farm.

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Access Aberdeen's shipbuilding history through the collections of Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Aberdeen Maritime Museum tells the story of the city's long relationship with the Sea. This award-winning museum is located on the historic Shiprow and incorporates Provost Ross's House, which was built in 1593. The Maritime Museum houses a unique collection covering shipbuilding, fast sailing ships, fishing and port history.

Aberdeen Art Gallery

Inspiring Art and Music is a redevelopment project which will transform Aberdeen Art Gallery, Cowdray Hall and The Hall of Remembrance through significant investment in the fabric of the buildings, new exhibition and display galleries and improved facilities for visitors.

Auld Post Office, Turriff

The Auld Post Office Turriff is now a museum. The museum houses Town Council memorabilia, artefacts relating to the famous Turra Coo (Turriff cow), old Turriff photographs and temporary exhibitions. The robes and regalia of Turriff Town Council, which was disbanded in 1975, are also on display.

Haddo House

Designed by Scottish architect William Adam in 1732, Haddo House near Aberdeen is a magnificent example of an historic Scottish stately home.

School visits are available by prior arrangement and can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Aberdeenshire Sailing Trust

We are a charitable trust, based in North East of Scotland with the aim of making dinghy sailing accessible to all.

Splash!

SPLASH! gives children the opportunity to control a small dinghy in a sheltered environment. In pairs, they learn the basics of sailing while engaged in games, exercises, races, etc. This is great fun and creates a sense of achievement that helps to develop children's self-confidence and encourages self-esteem and co-operation.  

Gold Expeditions Ltd

Go for Gold! Expeditions Ltd

Aberdeenshire Council

Loch Park Adventure Centre

Loch Park was created in the Victorian period as a beauty spot for visitors to nearby Drummuir Castle. Set in the malt whisky trail between Keith and Dufftown in the picturesque Strathisla Valley, Loch Park provides excellent facilities for anyone interested in outdoor. pursuits.

Loch of Strathbeg

A Wonderful Wetland

Britain's largest dune loch is a joy to visit any time of year. In winter, thousands of wild geese, swans and ducks fly in, including 20 per cent of the world's population of pink-footed geese – it's a sight you'll never forget.

Bigfoot Adventures

Bigfoot Adventures is a family run organisation with over 25 years experience as Event Managers delivering Team Building, Leadership and Development Training courses in the outdoor environment.
 

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