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Adit Training
Adit has played its part in effecting corporate change through creative training techniques for the past 15 years. With our main thrust being focused on soft skills training for all areas of your organisation. From your most senior to your most junior staff, we deliver appropriately tailored training packages to equip your staff with the soft skills they require to move your company forward.
Adit Training Ltd Westhill Business Centre Arnhall Business Park , Westhill, Aberdeenshire, AB32 6UF
Tel: 01224 745848
Email: info@adit-training.co.uk
Atholl Countrywear
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
Ballater Business Association
Ballater Business Association have a great web site which has developed into a very useful information site. Ballater is a picturesque village in the heart of Royal Deeside. Surrounded by the glorious countryside of the Cairngorms National Park and situated on the banks of the River Dee, Ballater is 43 miles (69 km) west of Aberdeen and 8 miles (13 km) from Balmoral Castle. Ballater is renowned for its royal connections and has many shops and businesses displaying the Royal warrants of the Queen and Prince Charles.
Ballater, Aberdeenshire
Tel: 013397 55345
Email: info@swandesign.uk.com
Ballater Royal Deeside Ltd
7 Bridge Street, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QP
Tel: 013397 55467
Email: info@royal-deeside.org.uk
Balmoral Castle & Estate
Holiday Cottages, walking and fishing as well as the Balmoral Castle. Set amongst the magnificent scenery of Royal Deeside, Scotland and in the shadows of Lochnagar is the Balmoral Estate. Purchased by Queen Victoria in 1848, the Estate has been the Scottish Home of the British Royal Family ever since. It extends to just over 50,000 acres of heather clad hills, ancient Caledonian woodland, policies and of course the beautiful River Dee is nearby. It has holiday cottages to let, fishing and walking. Visit the award winning restaurant. Over the past 150 years careful stewardship by the owners, The Royal Family, has preserved the wildlife, scenery and architecture which is available for all generations to enjoy.
The Estates Office, Balmoral , Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5TB Scotla
Email: info@balmoralcastle.com
Banchory Lodge Hotel - Banchory
Banchory Lodge Hotel is privately owned and and offers superior accommodation in an idyllic riverside garden setting. Many of the 22 bedrooms have river views and the dining room overlooks the confluence of the rivers Feugh and Dee. Banchory Lodge offers 20 bedrooms, 2 AA Rosette dining, and outstanding corporate and conference facilities
Dee Street AB31 5HS Scotland, Banchory, Kincardineshire, Scotland, AB31 5HS
Tel: 01330 822625
Braemar Castle
Award winning attraction half a mile from Braemar and opened in 2008. It is open from April through to October - mainly at weekends but also on Wednesdays in July and August. Check times with Braemar Visitor Information Centre - 013397 41600 . Be sure to check out the Hill and River Exhibition which opens in early August through to October.
Braemar
Tel: 013397 41600
Email: doreen.a.wood@btinternet.com
Crathie Opportunity Holidays
Crathie Opportunity Holidays aims to surprise and delight its guests - not only with the high standard of design and quality of furnishings but also with the sincere and wholehearted commitment of its staff to their guests comfort and care. In the restored Manse Courtyard of historic Crathie Kirk are four unique self-catering holiday cottages. Winner of one of VisitScotland’s prestigious Thistle Awards the cottages offer the opportunity of a holiday in one of Scotland’s most stunning locations on the banks of the River Dee with glorious views of the mountain peaks of Lochnagar. Each cottage has been carefully designed and furnished to create a warm and welcoming home. Equipment and appliances are of the highest standard and the attractive soft furnishings, bedding and linen all add to the sense of arriving somewhere special. In addition the cottages offer a unique range of features so that disabled people, so often excluded from such holidays, can now enjoy the most relaxing of holidays in wonderful surroundings. Surrounded by an extensive, fenced play area and with the protection of a security gate this facility really is ideal for families with children of all abilities.
The Manse Courtyard Crathie, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5UL
Tel: 013397 42100
Email: info@crathieholidays.org.uk
Cyclehighlands
Cyclehighlands are based in Ballater and specialise in bike rental, guiding and corporate events from the biggest bike shop in Aberdeenshire. The shop is an official demo centre for many leading brands and during the winter months we open our ski and board hire in Braemar. All our staff are qualified mountain bike guides and members of the local mountain bike club so trail and route advice is always available and we can now offer a bike shuttle service to the Lecht Chairlift mountain bike trails. From family cyclist to expert on road or mountain, discover some of Scotland’s best cycling
The Pavilion Victoria Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QQ
Tel: 013397 55864
Email: info@cyclehighlands.com
Deeside Activity Park
Restaurant, Brewery, Outdoor Centre, Self Catering Cottage and fishing - Deeside Activity Park has it all ! The best in home cooking using our own Aberdeen Angus beef. Great home bakes and a wonderful choice for morning coffee, lunch or afternoon tea. Relax while the kids enjoy our children's playground. Quad Biking, Clay Shooting and Kart Racing. Fishing. Award winning Outdoor Activity Park - Accommodation: Self Catering Cottages - Real Ale Brewery.
Dess, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB34 5BD
Tel: 013398 83536
Email: info@deesideactivitypark.com
DM Training Consultants Ltd
DM Training's aim is to work with organisations to help increase the skill development of employees to provide your team with the tools and knowledge to perform effectively. The Company uses its expertise to deliver training at all levels to various sectors including Hospitality & Tourism, Oil & Gas and Care Services, Statutory, Management Skills.
Office 3 Badentoy Business Centre Badentoy Crescent, Portlethen, Aberdeenshire, AB12 4YD
Tel: 01224 784461
Email: info@dmtraining.org
Elma McMenemy Marketing & PR
Scottish tourism specialist and Blue Badge Guide with extensive marketing experience and knowledge of North east Scotland.
Carmona St Johns of Barras, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB39 2UE
Tel: 01569 750 700
Email: elma@tourism.force9.co.uk
Glen Tanar Estate
The spectacular Glen Tanar Estate in the heart of Royal Deeside has superb salmon fishing on the River Dee and also trout fishing from boats on Glen Tanar Loch. It has "highly rated" by Visit Scotland 4 star self catering cottage accommodation and lies within the outstanding scenery of the the Cairngorms National park.
Brooks House, Glen Tanar, Aboyne, Royal Deeside, Scotland, AB34 5EU
Tel: 013398 86451
Email: info@glentanar.co.uk
Glendavan House - Dinnet
Superior 5 Star luxury accommodation in Royal Deeside. A 5 star bed and breakfast built as a shooting lodge in 1886 and set in 7 acres of natural woodland overlooking Loch Davan in the Cairngorm National Park. Hillwalking and fishing nearby. Simply Stunning!
Dinnet, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB34 5LU
Tel: 013398 81610
Email: info@glendavanhouse.com
H M Sheridan
Delicious hot soup, hot pies and sandwiches and also one of the best known places to sample and buy top quality local produce. HM Sheridan of Ballater is a long established butcher where beef, lamb, pork, venison and game are all sourced locally and are used to make a wide range of unique products including 20 varieties of sausage and traditional black pudding and haggis. The website includes a variety of seasonal recipe ideas for making the most of local produce when it is at its very best.
11 Bridge Street, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QP
Tel: 013397 55218
Email: info@hmsheridan.co.uk
Habitat @ Ballater
Habitat @ Ballater Bunkhouse lies in the heart of Ballater, in the majestic Cairngorm National Park on Royal Deeside, Scotland. Just an hour from Aberdeen. This recently opened hostel has just received (Aug 09) 5 stars ***** from Visit Scotland. The grandeur of the scenery & the scope of activities is matched only by the high standard of accommodation, service, and innovative facilities offered by Habitat @ Ballater Bunkhouse. Newly Opened Febuary 2009 this purpose built hostel in village centre location. Ideal for families, groups or the independent traveller. All rooms are ensuite and offer a variety of accommodation options including family rooms throughout the bunkhouse.
Habitat @ Ballater, Bridge Square , Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB35 5QJ
Email: info@habitat-at-ballater.com
Hilltrek Ltd
Excellent range of walking gear in the the Hill Trek Outdoor Clothing Shop in Aboyne and they are pleased to give up to date information on local walking and conditions. The shop is a first stop resource for all walking activity in the Royal Deeside and Cairn gorms area
Ballater Road, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5HN
Tel: 013398 86062
Email: sales@hilltrek.co.uk
Inchmarlo Resort & Golf Club
Inchmarlo, set in the peaceful woodland surroundings of Inchmarlo Golf club in the heart of Royal Deeside, Scotland yet only 30mins drive from Aberdeen City Centre and Airport. Ideally positioned to explore many visitor attractions as well as being a gateway to a wide range of sporting activities such as Walking, fishing, mountain-biking etc. The modern 4 * Visit Scotland rating two and three bedroom self catering apartments and villas can accommodate up to 6 people sharing. Fantastic licensed restaurant, 18 hole Championship Course, 9 hole course, 25 Bay Floodlit Driving Range & Pro Shop.
Glassel Road, Banchory, Royal Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB31 4BQ
Tel: 01330 826427
Email: reception@inchmarlo.com
Invercauld Estate
Outstanding salmon and sea trout fishing on the River Dee in the heart of Royal Deeside. Walking in the heart of the Cairngorm Mountains as well as holiday lodges and cottages to let.
4 The Keiloch Invercauld, Braemar, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5TW
Tel: 013397 41224
Email: office@invercauld.org
La Mangiatoia Restaurant
A rustic, family friendly Italian trattoria in Ballater serving traditional homemade pasta and pizza dishes. Dine by the wood burning stove in winter or al fresco in the summer. Highly recommended for its great value.
Bridge Square, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5QJ
Tel: 013397 55999
Email: claudia.leith@btinternet.com
Loch Kinord Hotel -Dinnet, Aboyne
A 3-star village hotel originally built in the 19th century by Queen Victoria's doctor. We offer 22 comfortable single, double and family rooms and are famed for our AA Rosette and Taste of Scotland dining that uses the very best of local produce. Great accommodation in this part of Scotland. There is often live folk music taking place with the Deeside Sessions. Our newly built log cabins are an ideal base and each has 2 bedrooms sleeping up to 4. We have access to the River Feugh for fishing and a Ghillie who will pick up from the hotel and return back.
Ballater Road Dinnet, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB34 5JY
Tel: 01339 885229
Email: info@lochkinord.com
Lodge on the Loch - Restaurant, Spa Hotel & Golf
Lochside Restaurant & Bistro Bar - Golf Course and Boutique Hotel Accommodation. Dinner, Bar Supper, Bistro and Kids menus offering a wide range of food with the option of casual eating on our balcony. Members of Eat Scotland. Full restaurant and bar services to residents and non residents. Newly opened accommmodation and a spa and has some of the best views in Aberdeenshire - facing west over Aboyne Loch. Conference facilities. Try your hand on the superb 9 hole golf course.
Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB34 5BR
Tel: 01339 886444
Email: info@thelodgeontheloch.com
Loirston Hotel - Ballater
The Loirston Hotel is situated in the heart of Ballater. The panelled entrance and warm log fires instantly demonstrate its friendly, "home away from home" atmosphere. The Loirston hotel is perfect for relaxing after a hard day's sight-seeing in Deeside. The accommodation comprises 58 rooms and offers competitive and flexible short break packages and dining.
13-15 Victoria Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, AB35 5RA Scotla
Tel: 0845 45 66 399
Email: loirstonhotel@hotmail.co.uk
Marcliffe Hotel & Spa - Pitfodells, Aberdeen
Further afield and on the North Deeside Road at Pitfodels in Aberdeen we are pleased to be associated with The Marcliffe Hotel and Spa which is a 5 star luxury hotel set in 11 acres of wooded grounds. With 35 Rooms and 7 Suites this privately owned hotel is designed as a restful, elegant refuge for both the business and leisure traveller.
Noth Deeside Rd Pitfodels, Aberdeen, Scotland, AB15 9YA
Tel: 01224 861000
Email: enquiries@marcliffe.com
Netherley Guest House
4-star guest house overlooking Ballater village green and distinguished by its blue window shutters and garden benches. 7 tastefully decorated en-suite rooms including doubles, tins, triples and falily rooms. This part of Scotland lies in the heart of Royal Deeside and also the is surrounded by the panoramic mountains of the Ciarngorms National Park.
2 Netherley House, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB35 5QE
Tel: 01339 755792
PictureNature
Picture Nature is an Aberdeen Scottish photo agency specialised in nature photography. Inspiration is found in the natural world and human interaction with the environment. Nature photography courses and workshops are also run to give all kinds of levels the opportunity to improve their photography and to enjoy the great outdoors, culture and history of the North East of Scotland. Check out their extensive courses on the website.
Tel: 44(0) - 1312082006
Email: info@picture-nature.com
Platform 22
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
Raemoir Garden Centre
Raemoir Garden Centre - gift shop, restaurant and garden centre - is situated in beautiful Royal Deeside, minutes from the town of Banchory. It sells seeds, bulbs, shrubs, trees and specimen plants, garden tools and garden wear, pots, decorative stoneware and fencing products. Find unique accessories, jewellery and cards in the Gift Shop or relax in the Restaurant while the kids play in the outdoor play area.
Raemoir Road, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 4EJ
Tel: 01330 825059
Raemoir House Hotel - Banchory
A beautiful, privately owned and run Scottish country house hotel located close to Aberdeen and 1 mile north of Banchory. The Georgian mansion house sits in 10 acres of lawn and parkland. Raemoir offers 20 bedrooms, 2 AA Rosette dining, and outstanding corporate and conference facilities
Raemoir, Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 4ED
Tel: 01330 824884
Email: hotel@raemoir.com
Running the Highlands
Local company, Running The Highlands, offers Training Weekends, Tailored Running Holidays and quickie Guided Runs lasting one hour upwards. The company has established a network of top quality running trails for all standards and staff include qualified running guides, sports physiotherapists and massage therapists, nutrition advisors and fitness instructors. Running The Highlands is the foremost company in its field in Scotland.
Craig Cottage, Lumphanan, Aberdeenshire, AB31 4SJ
Tel: 08451 577422
Email: info@runningthehighlands.com
Solutions For Business
North Lure, Midmar, Aberdeenshire
Tel: 01330 830 140
Email: info@marionmiller.co.uk
Struan Hall - Aboyne
Struan Hall is quietly situated in 2 acres of woodland garden, half a mile from the centre of the lovely village of Aboyne in the heart of Royal Deeside. Situated on the edge of the Cairngorms National Park this part of Scotland has a wonderful aray of wildlife and wealth of activities to do including walking in nearby Glen Tanar.
Ballater Road, Aboyne, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB34 5HY
Tel: 01339 887241
Email: struanhall@zetnet.co.uk
Tanar Equestrian Centre
Riding facilities in the stuning surroundings of Glen Tanar.
Glen Tanar, Aboyne
Email: gtec@talk21.com
Tangley House - Ballater
A warm and friendly Victorian house with large en-suite rooms and located within easy walking distance of Ballater village centre. This part of Scotland lies within the heart of Royal Deeside and is also within the Cairngorms National Park. We also have a self catering cottage to rent.
41 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB35 5RQ
Tel: 01339 755624
Email: info@tangleyhouse.co.uk
The Gordon Guest House
A warm welcome awaits you at this 4-star Victorian Town House situated in the heart of Ballater. Accommodation includes 1 double, 1 twin and 3 family rooms are available, including our Balfluig deluxe feature room. The Cairngorms National Park is on the doorstep and this part of Royal Deeside has a wealth of activities to do.
Station Square , Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, AB35 5QB
Tel: 01339 755996
Email: info@thegordonguesthouse.com
Tor na Coille
The Tor-na-Coille Hotel is a privately owned Country House Hotel, set in 8 acres of magnificent woodland, opposite the picturesque Banchory golf course, just 18 miles drive from Aberdeen City Centre. The hotel has 23 spacious en-suite bedrooms, individually furnished and some of our larger rooms have authentic open fireplaces.
Inchmarlo Road , Banchory, Aberdeenshire, AB31 4AB
Tel: 01330 822242
Email: info@tornacoille.com
Walkdeeside Ltd
WalkDeeside Ltd offer a wide range of quality outdoor activities and walking holidays based on Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms. WalkDeeside offer qualified guides and instructors for their walking holidays, NNAS map reading and navigation courses, wildlife watching , trail cycling or guided walks. All their activities are based on providing an opportunity for customers to achieve, to be fulfilled, to be inspired and to experience the environment for personal development.
1 Balnastraid Cottages, Dinnet, Aberdeenshire, AB34 5NE
Tel: 013398 80081
Email: info@walkdeeside.com
