The Potarch Café and Restaurant, Potarch, Banchory

Ballogie Estate invites you to a walk and talk about the myths and legends surrounding the Potarch area. the first inn was built at Potarch in 1740; after the construction of the Thomas Telford Bridge 1811-1813. The Potarch became a popular stopping point for travellers. Over the years the building has been sympathetically changed while retaining it's original character and charm. The Bridge at Potarch made it into the history books when the son of a local stonemason carries two stones (The Dinnie Stones) equalling 775lbs across the width of the bridge and back again. There are several myths and stories surrounding the Potarch area, come and hear about Kelpies and stormy night river crossings.

The restaurant will be open for service over the weekend. We do advise booking in advance by contacting 013398 84468.