Arts and Crafts in Royal Deeside & the Cairngorms

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

www.themilton.co.uk

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

www.rowanantiques.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

www.lostgallery.co.uk

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

www.woodendbarn.co.uk

This delightful emporium holds a wonderful array of gifts from elegant candles, pottery, stoneware, glass and toiletries through to luggage, rugs, toys and a variety of delicious biscuits, preserves and mouth watering confectionery. Located 3 miles east of Banchory on the main A93 Aberdeen to Braemar road and very close to Crathes Castle - this shop is part of a converted steading. The more traditional home and garden items are unusual and innovative.

Milton of Crathes North Deeside Road, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 5QH

Tel: 01330 844551

Email: athollatbanchory@aol.com

www.athollcountrywear.co.uk

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

www.larksgallery.com

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

www.platform22.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.

Email: info@creativecairngorms.co.uk

www.creativecairngorms.co.uk

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

Email: sandracastletoncrafts@yahoo.co.uk

www.castletoncraftscottagelets.com

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

Email: sarah@butterworthpaintings.co.uk

www.butterworthpaintings.co.uk