When you come to stay with us at the Cairngorm Bothies why not take a look at our suggestions below of “Whats On” in our local Aberdeenshire area and beyond. Theres so much going on, whether you choose to visit for the buzz from our local communities events, visiting some of the many attractions to that of simply enjoying your forest getaway and outdoor adventures. We have lots to offer you during your Cairngorm self-catering stay.

Royal Deeside Farmers Markets in Aberdeenshire – sample our great local food and drink…

• Braemar

  The Ghillie’s Larder St Margaret’s Braemar

  Market Dates: 2nd Sunday of the month, April to October and December

  Working time: 10am to 4pm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theghillieslarder/

• Ballater

  Church Green

  Market Dates: 4th Saturday of the month, April to November

  Working time: 10am to 2pm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ballaterfarmersmarket/

• Aboyne

  Aboyne Green

  Market Dates: 2nd Saturday of the month, April to October

  Working time: 10am to 2pm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aboynefarmersmarket/

• Torphins

  Platform 22, Torphins

  Market Dates: every Wednesday

  Working time: 10am to 2pm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TorphinsMarket

• Banchory

  Bellfield Car Park

  Market Dates: 3rd Saturday of the month

  Working time: 9am to 1pm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/banchoryfarmersmarket/

 

Other Aberdeenshire Whats On & Events to check out…

Programme of events held at the The Barn – Banchory’s charity art centre

Illuminator Race:- 26th October 2024

Ballater Winter Festival :- Saturday 30th November 2024

Aberdeenshire Restaurant Week :- 4th Nov – 10th Nov 2024

Scottish Freedom Series 2024 – G.O.A.T  Glenshee :- TBC

Braemar Mountain Festival :- 6th – 9th March 2025

Skimo Scotland 2025 Series:- TBC

Run Balmoral:- 26th – 27th April 2025

Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival:- 30 April – 5th May 2025

Ballater Walking Festival:- 17th May – 23rd May 2025

Ballater Duck Festival:- 1st June 2025

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