Archive for the ‘Aberdeenshire’ Category

The Fettercairn Show - 7th July 2007

Thursday, June 7th, 2007

Saturday, 7th July, 2007
fettercairn.JPG Fettercairn, (or Fetterie as it is affectionately known) is probably one of the most picturesque villages in this area, set as it is about its central square.Worth a visit in its own right. A trip to Fettercairn Show in your motor home is an added attraction in this lovely part of the world. See more about whats on at the show by visiting their website.

The Fettercairn Show
East Bridge End Park
Fettercairn- Holding No. 80/466/8001
(By kind permission of Mrs Robertson)
Aberdeenshire
Scotland

Aboyne Sheepdog Trials-22nd July 2007

Thursday, June 7th, 2007

sheepdog.JPG Watch sheepdogs in action at Aboyne sheepdog Trials. If you love to see working dogs, then travel in your motorhome and visit this event while you tour scotland. Check the 'Live It.Visit Scotland ' website for further information.

Aboyne Sheepdog Trials
Ballogie
Aboyne
Aberdeenshire
Scotland

Telephone:01467 642553

Braemar Junior Highland Games 14th. July 2007

Wednesday, June 6th, 2007

14th. July 2007

Travel in your motorhome to see this Scottish event that includes, Highland Dancing Competitions, Solo Piping, Drumming competition,Tug O War and tossing the Caber. There is also the chance to have a go yourself! Visit their Website for more information.
There will be a variety of distance and novelty races to match the various age groups through out the day.
Braemar Junior Highland Games

Braemar Tourist Information Centre
The Mews
Mar Road
Braemar
Aberdeenshire
Scotland

Telephone: 013397 41600

Duff House

Thursday, May 3rd, 2007

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Chairs by Chippendale, tapestries, and old masters by artists such as Gainsborough, Sir Henry Raeburn and El Greco are part of the wealth of things to see at Duff House. Tea room exhibitions and amazing grounds add to the experience. Check out their website for opening times and more information.

Duff House
Banff
Aberdeenshire
AB45 3SX
Scotland

Tel 01261 818181

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Thursday, March 15th, 2007

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Aberdeen Maritime Museum tells the story of the city’s long relationship with the Sea.

Admission is free.
Open Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12noon-3pm.

Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Shiprow
Aberdeen
AB11 5BY
Scotland

Telephone: +44 (0) 1224 337700