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  • Doric Fae North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    Doric is the dialect of the Scots language spoken in the North East of Scotland and you may hear it when visiting the area. There is a matter of de...

  • Coast and Waters in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    Scotland boasts a hugely varied coastline and a rich offering of inland waters in both rural and urban settings for both visitors and locals to en...

  • Golf in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    Scotland is the home of golf and the North East of Scotland is no exception, boasting some of the world’s oldest and most challenging golf courses...

  • Marvellous Mountains in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    As well as being the UK’s largest National Park, the Cairngorms is also home to four of the five highest mountains in the UK, these being: Ben Mac...

  • Active Adventure in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    Described as an outdoor adventure playground due to the number ofoutdoor activities you can do, should you wish too.Take you pick from skiing, sno...

  • Ancient Sites in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    Rich in prehistory with megalithic sites, notable from the earliest period of recorded history, as well as several Roman sites. Evidence of ancien...

  • Highland Games in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
     Highland Games are as ironically Scottish as bagpipes, kilts and whisky - all of which feature heavily at any gathering. Highland games in their c...

  • Tempt Your Taste Buds in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    Food & drink has been at the very heart of Scotland, well known for the quality of its fresh food, world-class products and culinary skills. H...

  • Casks & Bottles North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
      This area is renowned for its acres of rich, fertile land and the clear spring waters which cut through it. However, the rugged terrain also add...

  • Spectacular Cairngorms National Park in North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    The spectacular Cairngorms, the largest National Park in the UK, at some 4,528 sq. km or 1,748 sq. miles, it is twice the size of the Lake Distric...

  • Tour and Explore North East Scotland

    by Sarah Harker
    With so much in the area, you are spoilt for choice when deciding what to see. To help get you started here are a few suggestions, which might app...

  • Victorian Heritage in Royal Deeside

    by Sarah Harker
    It is not that unusual for inspiring monarchs to leave their mark on the land where they once ruled. Scottish place names with royal connections ab...
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