Stonehaven Queen ELizabeth Club Site...spot the resident pod of dolphins playing in the waters,...
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Stonehaven Queen ELizabeth Club SiteExplore Aberdeenshire
Places to see and things to do in the local area
Montrose
Crawton
St. Cyrus
Inverbervie
Stonehaven
Banchory
Alford
Braemar
Aviemore
CrathieDinnet
Boat of Garten
Kincraig
Spittal ofGlenshee
Spittal ofGlenmuick
BlairAtholl
Balmedie
Echt
Brechin
Cove Bay
Aberdeen
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Visit AdventureDunnottar CastleSpectacular ruin towering 160ft above the North Sea. Steeped in history and a photographer’s paradise.
Caledonian RailwayJourney through beautiful countryside, one of the most visited tourist attractions in Angus.
Fowlsheugh RSPB ReserveOne of the largest seabird colonies on mainland Britain, around 130,000 birds.
Grampian Transport MuseumAn impressive range of transport exhibits through the ages.
Sea SafariWitness dramatic coastal scenery and incredible wildlife, including dolphins and puffins, as you venture out on a breath-taking and exhilirating sea safari boat tour.
Stand up PaddleboardingPaddle below the iconic Dunnottar Castle, explore majestic caves and coves, and look out for wildlife on a fun paddleboarding excursion.
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Dunnottar Castle
Make the most of your time
Cycle
Explore
Coast Path
Local RoutesThe nearest National Cycle Network route is Coast and Castles North (Edinburgh to Aberdeen) – Route 1 and there are numerous routes to follow in the local countryside.
AberdeenFamous for its stunning, sparkling, granite buildings, a place where the harbour meets the city centre, spot the resident pod of dolphins playing in the waters, enjoy a beach stroll or do some serious shopping.
Craigievar Castle Nestled on a picturesque hillside, the enchanting pink tower of Craigievar Castle is breathtaking. Craigievar Castle
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WalkScot Free Walking ToursDiscover the stories behind the landmarks - featuring tales of religious discord, the Titanic and birth of the deep fried Mars bar.
Local RoutesThe coast path is outside the site entrance and there are scenic beach walks to the cliffs of Dunnottar Castle.
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Enjoy Stonehaven’s 50m long pool and lido full of cleaned sea water and maintained at 29°c.
The beach is great, especially early in the morning when there’s a variety of water birds to see - we also saw seals!
Go to Aunty Betty’s ice cream shop, it is amazing.
St Cyrus beach is a must.
Rods and boats for sea fishing can be hired at the harbour.
The Carron fish and chip shop serves the best fish supper we’ve had.
Visitor’s top tips
Peterhead prison is fascinating.
There are good bus services to Aberdeen so definitely go and visit if you have the time. The maritime museum and art galleries in Aberdeen are good.
Dunnotar castle is well worth a visit. We walked from the site, route is well signposted from the harbour. Take a picnic and enjoy the views.
A well-located site to explore Aberdeenshire. Stonehaven is nice to walk around with independent shops, historic attractions and a harbour.
SupermarketsThere is a Co-op and Spar in Stonehaven and Asda at Portlethen, 10 miles.Petrol StationBP is 0.9 miles away or Co-op petrol station is 2.5 miles from site.
Swimming pool Heated open air and indoor pools are next door.Tourist InformationVisit Scotland Information Centre, Stonehaven.CashpointRBS 0.6 miles, TSB 0.7 miles.
Public transportThe town’s railway station is 1 mile away and is part of the mainline link to Edinburgh, Aberdeen and beyond. There are also good bus routes to these cities.
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Stonehaven