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mintlaw
Mintlaw, in the north of
Aberdeenshire, is home to Aden
Country Park. Recognised as one of
Scotland’s top green spaces, the park
is a popular spot for walkers, cyclers
and families thanks to its picturesque
surroundings and busy events
calendar. In the grounds also sits the
Aberdeenshire Farming Museum
hosting a collection of national
significance.
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INVERURIE
Inverurie, a prosperous Aberdeenshire
town situated in the valley of River Don,
is a good base for touring castles of the
area. Ruins of the medieval Kinkell
Church can be found to the south of
the town.
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Slains Castle, Cruden Bay
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CRUDEN BAY
Cruden Bay village, located in
Aberdeenshire of Scotland, is probably
best known for its excellent golf course.
This stunning coastal village is a wonderful
vacation retreat for those who prefer a
quieter environment to that of the
buzzing cities of Scotland. Dramatic Slains
Castle tells its own story of historic
importance, and that of one of the
world’s favourite storytellers! Bram Stoker
stayed near Slains and it is said that it is
here he conceived ‘Dracula’. Cruden Bay
may be small, but it certainly doesn’t lack
character and those who take the time
to visit the village will have a wonderful
time exploring its attractions or playing a
round of golf.
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macduff
Situated on Aberdeenshire’s scenic coast,
the town of Macduff is less than a mile
from its neighbour Banff. Macduff was
once the hub of the area’s fishing industry.
Here you’ll find Macduff Marine Aquarium,
which sits right on the shore of the Moray
Firth, Scotland’s largest bay.
peterhead
Peterhead is one of the busiest fishing ports in Europe with over 400 boats
and a bustling daily fishmarket, plus a 100-berth leisure marina.
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ST CYRUS
Part of St Cyrus National Nature Reserve
(NNR), this sandy beach is located
midway between Aberdeen and Dundee
on the eastern coast of Scotland. Admire
magnificent cliffs and sand dunes as you
stroll along this beautiful expanse of sand.
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STONEHAVEN
Stonehaven Harbour in Scotland, home of Dunnottar Castle
Stonehaven, situated on Scotland’s north
east coast, 15 miles south of Aberdeen
plays an important role in attracting
visitors to the Aberdeen City and
Shire region. An ideal spot for families,
couples or friends the town has one of
the region’s most notable visitor
attractions, Dunnottar Castle. On the top
of a craggy cliff-edge, the ruin is a firm
Scottish landmark thanks to its dramatic
setting. Its own sandy seafront and picture
perfect harbour is home to some of the
region’s top eateries.
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SANDEND
Sandend is perhaps the smallest of the
many old fishing fishing villages scattered
along the north-facing coasts of Moray
and Aberdeenshire. The beach here is
popular in summer with both families and
with surfers.
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FRASERBURGH
Discover the endless golden sandy
beaches, step back in time at the
Fraserburgh Heritage centre or
play on the Fraserburgh links golf
course. From cycling and walking
to shopping and a range of water
sports Fraserburgh offers so much
to see and do.
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WHITEHILLS
The traditional fishing village of Whitehills
lies some two miles west of Banff and
four miles east of Portsoy. Surrounding
a rocky bay immediately to the west of
Knock Head, Whitehills enjoys a
relatively sheltered spot on this
sometimes wild and unforgiving north
Aberdeenshire coast.
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