Banchory
Visitor guide to Banchory in Aberdeenshire has information on and around the area. Also includes information on accommodation and eating in Banchory, self catering and late deals in Banchory.
Banchory makes a very pleasant base for exploring the area, with the River Dee burbling through, but there's not a great deal to do here, apart from salmon fishing, which is popular in these parts. You can watch salmon leaping spectacularly at the Bridge of Feugh, to the south of town. There is a sad tale, though, of a lady-in-waiting who was staying at Balmoral when the royal family were in residence some years ago. She was standing fishing in the river, in quite deep water, and wearing chest-height waders, when the sovereign rode by. Seeing the king, she curtsied, whereupon the water flowed quickly into her waders and she sank beneath the water and drowned.
The Tourist Information Centre is in the local museum, on Bridge St, behind the High St. It can provide information on walking and fishing in the area. It's open Apr-Jun Mon-Sat 1000-1300, 1400-1700; Jul-19 Aug Mon-Sat 0930-1800, Sun 1300-1800; 20 Aug-27 Oct Mon-Sat 1000-1300, 1400-1700.
Adventure Scotland, Tel. 850332, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., is a Banchory-based company offering a wide range of adventure activities, including white-water rafting, mountain biking, skiing and hiking.
Phone code: +44 (0)1330
Eating Out
Aside from the hotels listed above, the best place to eat is probably the Burnett Arms Hotel on the High St, Tel. 824944. There's also Le Bistroquet, which has a varied menu, and The Shieling, a good café and gift shop.
Region
AberdeenshireTravel Directions to Banchory
Activities
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The Lecht Ski Resort Full Day
Full day of skiing in a full slope area with magic carpet lift for starters to a black run for experienced. Higest standard of ski instruction. Includes all the facilities in one building. -
Pizza and Pasta Night
Fill your belly with food before going out on the night. -
100 Paintballs Day near Aberdeen
Paintball day near Aberdeen that includes up to 6 games. Includes 100 paints, overalls, referees, guns etc. Dirty, exciting day out. -
4X4 Blindfold Off Road Driving, Aberdeen
4x4 Off Road Driving is tough enough now add a blindfold! We can help book this activity and also transfers to and from the activity center. -
Aberdeen Casino with 3 Course Meal
Gamble to your heart's content in Aberdeen casino. Includes drink on arrival, 3 course meal, gaming tuition, £5 gaming chip and £5 slots voucher. -
Clay Pigeon Shooting Aberdeen
Start shooting and splinter those flying clays in the air who knows you may end up being a pro.
Castles Nearby
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Drum Castle Gardens & Estate
14th Century castle of the Irvine family and now National Trust. Wonderful gardens and you can visit inside the castle as well. One of Scotland's oldest tower house castles.
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Balbegno Castle
16th Century tower house that has recently become a very smart rental home owned by descendant of Prime Minister Glasdstone.
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Corsindae House
Privately owned 16th century L Plan house with later additions. Harled & whitewashed
Nearby Distilleries
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Dark Matter Rum Distillery
Scotland's only rum distillery and creator of the very delicious Dark Matter Spiced Rum. Located near Banchory.
Banchory Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
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Lodge for 8 near Banchory
Detached lodge situated near the town of Banchory close to Aberdeen. Sleeps eight people in four bedrooms. -
Boghead Cottage, Royal Deeside - Sleeps 2
Nestling in the heart of Royal Deeside, this detached holiday cottage has been converted from an old steading (built with the original stone) and enjoys magnificent views of Deeside and Mount Keen. Views o... -
Pine Lodge West, nr Banchory - Sleeps 6
Just off a quiet lane in the Aberdeenshire countryside 3 miles from the attractive town of Banchory and 20 miles from Aberdeen, this spacious Scandinavian timber lodge offers exceptionally bright, .... -
Greenacre Lodge, nr Banchory - Sleeps 6
Situated on the Green Park Leisure Complex, this is an exquisitely designed detached property, finished to a very good standard with state of the art underfloor heating, iPod docking in all rooms and all m... -
Pine Lodge East, nr Banchory - Sleeps 4
Situated on the Green Park Leisure Complex and enjoying open views over rich Aberdeenshire farm lands, the bright and spacious detached pine holiday lodge is situated in a delightful rural location, approx... -
The Byre, Deeside - Sleeps 6
The Byre is set on a working beef farm and offers a relaxing holiday base in a beautiful area of Deeside, only a half hour drive from Aberdeen. With panoramic views of the countryside it has been refurbis... -
Kelpie, Banchory, Sleeps 4
Banchory is a large village set on the River Dee amidst spectacular hill and mountain scenery much loved by tourists. Royal Deeside with its Crathes and Balmoral Castles and gardens never cease to intrigue... -
Park Lodge, Strachan, sleeps 6
This detached holiday lodge is in an elevated position with marvellous views towards Cairn O’Mount and is situated in 8 acres of natural woodland. Visit Balmoral Castle or Royal Deeside begs to be ex...