Only a short drive away for the enthusiastic golfer are several first class golf courses and for guests who enjoy fishing and shooting, outings can be arranged on the River Ugie, famous for its vast stocks of fresh water salmon and trout, and other local estates. Neighbouring towns of Peterhead and Fraserburgh are only a short journey away and offer a wide variety of tourist attractions including the popular Museum of Scottish Lighthouses & also Heritage Centre. The hotel is within a 45 minute drive to the city of Aberdeen which hosts some of the best shopping in Scotland as well as art gallery, theatre and cinemas.
A selection of local interest locations are shown on the map above with some details below. Further information can be given by the hotel staff during your stay with us.
Sport, Leisure and Recreation
Corbie Hill Golf Course, Fraserbugh
http://www.fraserburghgolfclub.org
The natural links course of Fraserburgh in the North East of Scotland has a variety of different types of holes providing a very interesting and enjoyable game of golf. The 7th oldest golf course in the world.
Inverallochy Golf Course
http://www.inverallochygolfclub.co.uk/
Inverallochy is an 18-hole links course which boasts views of the sea on every hole. Although fairly short by modern day standards at 5, 149 yards and having six par 3's, it is nevertheless a testing challenge for any level of golfer. The course runs along the coastline linking the villages of Inverallochy and neighbouring St Combs.
Peterhead Golf Course
http://www.peterheadgolfclub.co.uk
This creation of mother nature, among the dunes and across the links is a classic example of Scottish seaside golf at it's best.
Cruden Bay Golf Course
http://www.crudenbaygolfclub.co.uk/
Cruden Bay Golf Course creates unique challenges demanding the skills of power, placement and fine judgement upon the discerning golfer. Set against a backdrop of subtly contoured greens and magnificent panoramic views, a visit to Cruden Bay will be a most memorable one.
Royal Tarlair Golf Course, Macduff
http://www.theduffhouseroyalgolfclub.co.uk/
The Course is bounded by the River Deveron, which proves to be a hazard for those who wander off the tee at the 7th, 16th and 17th holes. Practice ground, pitching area and putting green are available to visitors. The professional has a well-stocked shop and private tuition is available by appointment.
History and Culture
Museum of Scottish Lighthouses
www.lighthousemuseum.org.uk
The new Museum of Scottish Lighthouses boasts the largest collection of lighthouse equipment in the UK.
Duff House Country Gallery, Banff
http://www.duffhouse.org.uk/
Created in the Country House style the permanent collection contains paintings and furniture in the care of the National Galleries of Scotland.
Aden Country Park and Aberdeenshire Farming Museum – Mintlaw
http://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/countryparks/locations/mintlaw.asp
The Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, a restaurant, and a craft shop are situated in the centre of the park, at the Farm Square, and are open on a seasonal basis.
The park is open during the hours of daylight every day of the year.
Fyvie Castle
http://www.fyviecastle.com/
In the lowlands of Aberdeenshire, in the midst of spacious, undulating countryside, stands a building which is, historically, one of the most interesting in Scotland. The Castle of Fyvie, in the centre of a parish of the same name, occupies a commanding position on the left bank of the river Ythan.
Haddo Estate
http://www.haddo.co.uk
Haddo Estate is a long established self supporting low ground farming and sporting Estate in North-East Scotland about 20 miles north-west of Aberdeen.
Shopping
The Mall Trinity Centre Aberdeen
http://www.aboutaberdeen.com/trinitycentre.php
Located on the main shopping area of Union Street, The Mall Aberdeen is one of the oldest and still a much used shopping centre of Aberdeen.
Union Square, Aberdeen
http://www.unionsquareaberdeen.com
Union Square offers over 60 shops and restaurants and the city’s largest cinema all located under one roof.
Bon Accord Aberdeen
http://www.bonaccordshopping.com
The Bon Accord shorpping centre is located in the heart of Aberdeens shopping area and boasts over 40 stores including technology, fashion and childrens wear. A food court is also within the mall.
St Nicholas, Aberdeen
http://www.stnicholasshopping.com
This centre has around twenty stores including sports, fashion and jewellery stores.
The Academy Shopping Centre, Aberdeen
http://www.academyshoppingcentre.co.uk/
The Academy houses some of Aberdeens most sought after brands and prides itself on offering its customers a shopping experience with a difference.