Royal Deeside - Art Exhibitions, Crafts, Artists & Art Galleries
Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms has a very active artistic community, much of whose work is strongly influenced by the landscapes and people they work amongst.Almost every town and village has galleries and craft workshops showcasing local arts, photographers and crafts and you will come across artists and craft workers in some of the most remote corners of our area. Even the legendary hamlet of Lost in Strathdon boasts its own Lost Gallery. Creative Cairngorms is the group of artists living and working in the Cairngorms National Park and have a very active membership.
Located in the church square in the middle of the village, we offer a large and diverse stock of Modern and Antique Jewellery, Statuary, Paintings and Prints, silver including Scottish Provincial, Mirrors, lamps, Porcelain and Art Glass. We have a selection of antique furniture and collectables. Shop hours are 10 am to 5.30 pm Monday to Saturday, closed on Sundays.
1,5 & 7 Victoria road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QQ
Tel: 01339 756035
A friendly Scottish contemporary art gallery situated in the beautiful surroundings of Royal Deeside.Larks offers a changing selection of work from leading Scottish artists, as well as some of the best emerging talents in painting, sculpture, ceramics, glass, textiles, photography and jewellery design.
10 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5RL
Tel: 01339 755888
Email: larksmail@larksgallery.com
The guiding policy at the Lost Gallery is simply stated: to show works by Scottish modern artists who most excite the owners, artist Peter Goodfellow and his wife Jean. Set deep in the beguiling tranquillity of Glen Nochty, the Lost Gallery is housed in a 19th century farmhouse that crouches low into the side of Moss Hill, one of the gentler sisters of the Cairngorms. It is an idyllic setting which engenders just the mood to appreciate the gallery's innovative show of contemporary art and to enjoy respite from the fumes and furore of modern life.
Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8UJ
Tel: 01975 651287
Email: jean@lostgallery.co.uk
Platform 22 is a ceramics studio, gallery and coffee house run by Emma and David Pattullo. It produces a great range of ceramics including hand painted table and giftware, commemorative plates and bowls and tiles for interior decoration. An integral part of the business is our gallery and coffee house where there is a range of works by local artists and craft makers - jewellery and gifts. The coffee shop serves a full range of coffees, teas etc and delicious home baking! Open from 10 am to 5 pm Tuesday to Saturday.
Pottery, Ceramics Studio and Coffee House 22a Station Road, Torphins, AB31 4JF
Tel: 013398 882039
Email: mail@platform22.co.uk
This bright and spacious art gallery is located on the South Deeside Road (B976) halfway between Banchory and Aboyne in Royal Deeside. Hosting an extensive display of original artwork by Howard Butterworth and his daughter Mary Louise, the gallery is run by Howard's eldest daughter, Sarah. Visit the gallery and the web site to view the original artwork, prints, gifts, calendars and cards!
Ballogie Shop Ballogie, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5DP
Tel: 013398 86104
The Milton Restaurant is in a stunning setting on the riverbank in Royal Deeside. Personalised service and delicious, award winning cuisine, together with a welcoming atmosphere, set it apart from other restaurants in the area.
Milton of Crathes, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5QH
Tel: 01330 844474
Email: jan@themilton.co.uk
Creative Cairngorms is a not-for-profit organisation, run by and for artists, artisans, craft workers and galleries within the Cairngorms National Park. It aims to raise public awareness of the importance of creative arts and crafts, within the culture and environment of the National Park.
Enjoy the scenery and large range of outdoor activities of the Cairngorm National Park, from a home base of a fully equipped cottage situated in the highland village of Braemar. Five minutes walk from the village centre. The cottage sleeps 2 adults and upto 2 children, has private parking, washing machine, fridge/freezer, microwave, cooker, woodburning stove, central heating, shower, and a TV with Freeview, baby cot and highchair (hire of a 3 wheel pushchair £15/wk). Dogs (only one please) 20£/wk, to be kept under control and never left unattended. Garden is shared with owner. A welcome pack of groceries is provided on arrival and wood for the stove. Rate from £345/wk. £435/wk Summer peak.
2 School Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5ZR
Tel: 013397 41426
A popular arts centre putting on a wide variety of music, theatre events, art exhibitions, workshops, dance & comedy. The Bistro offers a meeting place for all reasons and seasons and is both relaxing and reviving. The menu is flexible and good value for money.
Banchory, AB31 5QA
Tel: 01330 825431
Email: susan@woodendbarn.co.uk
Milton of Crathes North Deeside Road, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5QH
Tel: 01330 844551
Email: athollatbanchory@aol.com
Ryehill, Oyne, Aberdeenshire, AB52 6QS
Tel: 01464 851489
Parkville Roughpark, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire, AB36 8US
Tel: 01975 651777
5 Main Street, Tomintoul, AB37 9EX
Tel: 01479 872074
Raemoir Road, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 4EJ
Tel: 01330 825059
Aberdeen Road, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 4TB
Tel: 013398 81154
Crathie, By Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5UP
Tel: 01339 742360
Blairs, Aberdeenshire, AB12 5YX
Tel: 01224 869960
The Mews, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YL
Tel: 01339 741519
1 Main Street, Lumsden, Aberdeenshire, AB54 4JN
Tel: 01464 861372
82 Main Street, Tomintoul, Ballindalloch, AB37 9ES
Tel: 01807 580458
Crichiebank Business Centre Mill Road, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, AB51 5NU
Tel: 01467 894170
44 Woodend Crescent, Aberdeen, AB15 6YQ
3 Invercauld Road, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5YP
Tel: 013397 41249
By Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 6N8
Tel: 01330 850663