Aberdeenshire
Discover unspoilt coastline, castles and more
AIKENSHILL HOUSE Aikenshill, by Foveran Tel: 01358 742990 www.aikenshill.co.uk
Set in a commanding position overlooking the northeast located just to the north of Aberdeen, Aikenshill offers you the tranquillity of the countryside within minutes of the city lights. Ideal for golfing, visiting Aberdeen or exploring the area, Aikenshill is the ideal location for an autumn break.
BANCHORY LODGE Banchory Tel: 01330 822625 www.banchorylodge.com
Glass of wine in hand, relax at The Lodge, a gorgeous four star country retreat in Royal Deeside. Their award-winning restaurant provides some of the best food locally available. With an outside terrace, bar and restaurant, there are plenty of places to enjoy a light lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.
DOUNESIDE HOUSE Tarland Tel: 01339 881230 www.dounesidehouse.co.uk
Set within the beautiful grounds of the MacRobert Estate on the outskirts of the Cairngorms National Park, the AA’s Hotel of the Year (Scotland) 2017/18, Douneside House, features 14 beautiful guest rooms, an award-winning restaurant and a health club. Spectacular views.
MACBEANS Aberdeen Tel: 01224 624757 www.macbeans.com
Since 1989, MacBeans has been a haven for tea and coffee lovers from not only Aberdeen, but thanks to their large postal service, throughout the UK. Choose from a selection of over 60 different loose teas and 30 varieties of coffee, all of which are roasted in house and can be bought via the website. This summer they have introduced ‘Pineapple Candy’, the first ever yeast fermented coffee sold in the UK.
PARKHILL GARDEN CENTRE & COFFEE SHOP Dyce, Aberdeen Tel: 01224 722167 www.parkhillgardencentre.com
A friendly, family run, award winning garden centre. Parkhill offers a wide variety of well maintained specialist grown quality plants. Always an abundance of colourful plants throughout the growing season, they have something for every situation from bedding plants to trees, gardening accessories and gifts. A stop at Parkhill Garden Centre is well worth the visit.
MACKIE’S ICE CREAM PARLOUR Aberdeen Tel: 01224 518252 www.mackies.co.uk
Mackie’s ice cream parlour and coffee shop is located in Marischal Square, Aberdeen – 19.2 miles from the family farm. With an exciting choice of treats available – including more than 20 flavours of ice cream, crepes, waffles and a chocolate tap providing an endless flow of real melted milk chocolate – this is a ‘must visit’ destination in the North East.
PORTSOY ICE CREAM Portsoy Tel: 01261 842279 www.portsoyicecream.co.uk
An award-winning, family-run ice cream parlour in the picturesque harbour village of Portsoy, creating innovative, top quality artisan ice creams and sorbets. Try their famous homemade bubble waffles or ice cream sundaes and relax in the cosy seating area. They look forward to welcoming you soon.
MELDRUM HOUSE Oldmeldrum Tel: 01651 872294 www.meldrumhouse.com
Meldrum House Country Hotel & Golf Course is nestled within a 240 acre estate in stunning Aberdeenshire countryside. Steeped in history, the 13th century baronial country house guarantees unrivalled luxury. With two Red Rosettes for its restaurant and a challenging parkland 18-hole golf course, it’s the perfect weekend retreat.
THE MCEWAN GALLERY Ballater, Royal Deeside Tel: 013397 55429 www.mcewangallery.com
The McEwan Gallery is set uniquely in a Tudor-chalet style house where hundreds of paintings can be viewed in a relaxed atmosphere. Established for over 40 years, with its own parking area, the Gallery offers a selection of works by leading Scottish painters and also international artists, old and new.