10 Buchan coast gems

FRASERBURGH GOLF CLUB

Try your hand on the traditional links course at the seventh oldest club in the world, established in 1777.

HERITAGE CENTRE

Step back in history and learn about the lives of Fraserburgh’s fisher folk. It’s a child-friendly, interactive museum.

FRASERBURGH BEACH

A great place for the whole family to relax, this expansive, clean and sandy beach is a Mecca for windsurfers.

NEW ABERDOUR BEACH

Explore spectacular caves and visit the memorial to Jane Whyte, who helped rescue the crew of a wrecked ship in 1886.

PENNAN

Visit this tiny seaside village and enjoy a pint in the pub made famous in the classic film Local Hero.

KINNAIRD HEAD

Visit this fascinating lighthouse in Fraserburgh. Don a keeper’s uniform and learn about their bravery.

PETERHEAD PRISON

Step inside what was once Scotland’s most notorious jail, experiencing life as a prison warder.

TROUP HEAD

Get twitching with the RSPB. Spy on nesting gannets and other seabirds as they swoop and soar from the cliff tops.

PITSLIGO CASTLE

This imposing ruin is in the village of Rosehearty. Once a 15th century Tower House, Pitsligo was built around 1424.

MARINE AQUARIUM

Get up close and personal with marine life. This fabulous Macduff attraction will re-open next month after refurbishment.