Score (Europe) Limited
description: Score Group Plc is a privately owned international organisation headquartered at Glenugie Engineering Works, Peterhead. The group employs over 800 employees in 10 countries worldwide and supplies to the aerospace, chemical, defence, hydrocarbon, medical, mining, processing and utility industries worldwide a range of safely designed engineering solutions in all aspects of fluid flow management associated with valves and industrial gas turbine performance. This is the company headquarters and where the majority of employees work on all aspects of valve solution, catering for valves with a weight of a few ounces to 100 metric tonnes. In the test facilities at Peterhead there is no parameter from a pressure retention standpoint that the company cannot safely work within. The recruitment policy for Glenugie is wherever possible to employ local people and train them in best practice for the industry.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Score Energy Limited
description: Score Group Plc is a privately owned international organisation headquartered at Glenugie Engineering Works, Peterhead. The group employs over 800 employees in 10 countries worldwide and supplies to the aerospace, chemical, defence, hydrocarbon, medical, mining, processing and utility industries worldwide a range of safely designed engineering solutions in all aspects of fluid flow management associated with valves and industrial gas turbine performance. Located in the south western outskirts of Peterhead, this is where the company has established the Glen (Ground Level Engine Test Facility). This facility allows the testing of industrial gas turbines and by so doing optimises power generation to fuel consumption studying emissions in order to improve environmental performance of these turbines. More than 50% of the ground area on this site is set aside to encourage local fauna, wildlife, small mammals and nesting birds. In this respect this site is under the care of SAC Consultants to ensure the site maximises biodiversity whilst minimising environmental impact. It is the company?s intention to carry out wind turbine research on the site.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Scott?s Hospital
description: Fronts earlier symmetrical group by William Smith, 1853, 1860, 1868 in harled Scots Baronial which includes pair of circular towers with conical slated roofs with pronounced bell-cast. Ambitious symmetrical design in Scots-Perpendicular. Centre block dominated by square crenellated porte-coch?re tower in his Marischal College manner. Two storey advanced wings, in roughly squared granite blocks of varying size with Auchindoir freestone dressings.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1901
type: Museum

Turriff, Session Cottage
description: An 18th century-style cottage furnished from the 19th century.�
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Shell House
description: A grotto within a former 19C romantic landscape. Originally faced with sea cliff conglomerate and restored in 2000 by local trust and shell artist Diana Reynell. The interior is barnacled with rib vaults of sea urchins and heraldic panels of scallops and conches.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

St Andrew's Church
description: Category B Listed Building built by Sir John Gladstone, the church was gifted to the Diocese of Brechin. In the nave, which is faced with Caen stone, there is a high relief marble monument of Sir John and his wife, Ann Robertson. The plain rectangular building was enlarged 20 years later when his son Sir Thomas added a chancel.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1847
type: Museum

St Andrew's Church, Turriff
description: St. Andrews is part of Church of Scotland, built 1899 in red sandstone to replace the original building which was built in 1844. The inside of the building consists of a vestibule and sanctuary with an upper balcony and beautiful stained glass windows. There is also a vestry and hall which is attached to the church. St Andrews Church was originally the Free Church but you can find out more on our website www.standrewsturriff.co.uk.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

St Andrew's Parish Church
description: A plain neo-Gothic perpendicular rectangular box, barely enlivened at its three-bay eastern front by a clock, a spired bellcote and square and octagonal pinnacles. It is in rough granite ashlar with polished dressings. Interior altered with sanctuary added in 1876, and refurbished in 1965 with good new woodwork and mosaics.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1841
type: Museum

St Andrews Church, Turriff
description: St. Andrews is part of Church of Scotland,?built 1899 in red sandstone to replace the?original building which was built in 1844. The?inside of the building consists of a vestibule?and sanctuary with an upper balcony and?beautiful stained glass windows. There is also?a vestry and hall which is attached to the?church. St Andrews Church was originally the?Free Church but you can find out more on?our website www.standrewsturriff.co.uk.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

St Andrew's Episcopal Church
description: The first church on the site was built in 1722 and burnt down by Cumberland's troops in 1746. This, the third church, was built by Archibald Simpson, one of the leading Aberdeen architects, normally working in a classical style. Here he used the Tudor Gothic, Collegiate style, reminiscent of his St Andrew's Cathedral in Aberdeen. There are fine Victorian windows.
source: aberdeenshire
date: c 1830
type: Museum

St Anthony Masonic Lodge No. 154
description: Two storey rectangular box constructed in rough granite ashlar with polished dressings. Symmetrical gable facing the High Street with tripartite window below two single openings, masonic plaque and cast iron filial. Interior recently refurbished by the Lodge. Early Christian cross high on the north face, top right corner.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1881
type: Museum

St Congan's Episcopal Church, Turriff
description: St Congan's is the fourth Episcopal Church but the first in its current location. Designed by Aberdeen architect William Ramage in 1862 (the same architect as the Kincardine O’Neil Episcopal Church), the church is built of the vibrant red sandstone for Turriff is renowned. The elegant church, with slender Gothic western tower, houses several interesting stained-glass windows. Refreshments will be on offer. Parking limited on street Normal Sunday service 10:00am - 2:00pm
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1862
type: Museum

St James The Great Episcopal Church, Stonehaven
description: This Category A listed church is built in the Norman style, passing into early English of the 11th century. It contains several interesting features, including many stained-glass windows, a pulpit of Caen stone and a carved reredos in memory of Anne, the Honourable Mrs Alexander Baird of Urie House. Bishop Alexander Penrose Forbes laid the foundation stone in 1875 of what he termed "one of the most beautiful; one of the most appropriate; one of the most religious structures in Scotland. The nave's style is Norman, passing into early English with massive stone pillars supporting five arcading arches, each topped at clerestory level by a Norman window. The roof is open, and bound with transverse redwood spars and supports of the same wood. The chancel was designed by Arthur Clyne of Aberdeen, was opened in 1885. New this year are two permanent exhibitions detailing the fascinating history of the Episcopal Church in Stonehaven, as well as details of the historic Wadsworth organ, built by John Wardle in 1881. Also on display is the 1737 Bible owned at one point by the cousin of the bard, Robert Burns. On the day, delight in the churches beauty and take the opportunity to use a smart phone app to guide yourselves round the church. Members of the congregation will also be present to assist.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1875 - 1886
type: Museum

St John the Baptist's Scottish Episcopal Church
description: A small cruciform building in delicate Gothic with wood tracery in the windows, St John's feels high and light. There are a variety of plaques and a good late-Victorian stained glass window.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1840
type: Museum

St John's Hall Masonic Lodge, Banff
description: The Masonic Lodge is home to a great many interesting artefacts, dating from the 1700s to the present day. Old minutes books and financial records mean that relatives who may have been involved in freemasonry can be traced and this is a regular feature of our work during open days. Old documents can be seen that have historical significance, as well as a chance to talk to freemasons about the craft, the building, Banff Bridge and the hospital all of which were built by masons from the two lodges who use the building.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1780
type: Museum

St John's Lodge
description: Former Roman Catholic Chapel: very plain, low rectangle in rough granite; single round-headed window in gable (now blocked) and chamfered door jambs. Modern extension. Now used as a Masonic Lodge.
source: aberdeenshire
date: late 18C
type: Museum

St Margaret's RC Church
description: The ornate Spanish baroque tower, in three stages, on portico-like ashlar front, rising through square tower to concave-sided belfry topped by console crown, throws out an exotic invitation which is not denied by the saucer-domed interior of the rubble built octagon behind it. Beneath its lunette windows are seven contemporary Spanish religious paintings by the artist Romero Lopez, given by John Gordon of Wardhouse, whose family resided primarily in Spain. The altarpiece and stencilled decorations date from c 1902.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1834
type: Museum

St Mary's Episcopal Church
description: Gothic in style, the church has a curiously insubstantial west-end owing to tall, narrow windows (the side ones are dummies) set in a gable front crowned by a pinnacled bellcote. The east end has three tall spaced lancets and enclosing hood mould. The Chancel is dated 1857, designed by W White of London. The glass dates from 1858 to 1945: the Mitchell window, by the pulpit, with bold blues is excellent.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1841-57
type: Museum

St Mary's Parish Church
description: Based on a design used originally in Dundee and adapted by Andrew Wilson, it replaced the ruined church dedicated to St Mary (to be found in the middle of the old cemetery in Carmelite Street). It has undergone two radical alterations but the steeple, in a Gibbsian style by Thomas McKenzie, is well in keeping with Georgian Banff. The stately marble apse is 20C.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1789-90
type: Museum

St Mary's RC Church
description: St Mary?s RC Church is a Gothic box with a pinnacled, lancet windowed fa?ade, designed possibly by Bishop James Kyle.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1850-51
type: Museum

St Mary's Churchyard & the Banff Aisle
description: This atmospheric churchyard, with old trees and wonderful old monuments, is the heart of mediaeval Banff. All that is left of the ancient church, demolished in 1797, is the 16C Banff Aisle. Entered through a finely moulded doorway, this vaulted fragment retains a late-Gothic mullioned window, and a splendid wall-tomb of the Ogilvies. Within the last year, it has been carefully restored and made safe.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 16C
type: Museum

St Nathalan's Roman Catholic Church
description: St Nathalan's is a well detailed church with a distinctive end apse, which is situated facing the entrance gate to the spacious church grounds.? It is a typical example of the understated architecture of Macpherson. An Edinburgh architect, Macpherson was frequently commissioned by Roman Catholic Dioceses and his work included St Aloysius College in Glasgow.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

St Palladius' Church
description: Built by the Rev'd James Gammell, a priest ordained in the Church of England, the church was gifted to the Diocese of Brechin. Its location and appearance, externally and internally, are striking. The statue of Palladius on a plinth attached to the south wall is anachronistically dressed, but there are associations with him in the area.?
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1885
type: Museum

St Peter's Kirk
description: The current Category B listed?church dates from 1808 but the first St Peter's church was referred to as far back as 1178.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1808
type: Museum

Stewart's Hall
description: Solid Victorian shop frontages and plain first floor transfixed by improbable four-storey tower with corbelled angle turrets and truncated pyramid roof, all built in Syllavethy granite with freestone dressings from Rhynie; hall for 650 within. Rebuilt after fire, 1886-87, by Matthews & Mackenzie; the bequest of Alexander Stewart a local solicitor. Refurbished/ restored 2000.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1875
type: Museum

Stonehaven Dunnottar Church of Scotland
description: Begun in 1394. Present oblong building 1782, extended 1862, remodelled 1903, by G P K Young, turning the old nave into transepts and adding a fine wooden trussed roof. The wood panelling in the chancel area is a First World War memorial. The stained glass includes a Second World War memorial group by John Blyth, 1948. The small gothic Marischal aisle, now detached, was built by George Keith, 5th Earl of Marischal, in 1582 and restored in his memory in 1913 by Marischal College, University of Aberdeen.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1394-1903
type: Museum

Stonehaven Police Station
description: Modern extension to Stonehaven Sheriff Courthouse in matching sandstone
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Strathbogie Parish Church
description: Large harled rectangle with square granite front set with paired Doric pilasters and a pediment. New front and offset Italianate tower, 1862, James Matthews; original glazing; later hall projects to street with plain pediment and round-headed windows echoing church. An excellent ensemble
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1840-41
type: Museum

Tarves Heritage Centre, Tarves
description: Situated in Tarves Conservation Area, visitors to the Tarves Heritage Centre can reminisce about old schooldays in the old classroom - complete with slate and slate pencils, dunces cap and teacher’s belt or tawse! Also on display is the Tarves bowl, made at Seaton Pottery, as well as fashion items and tradesmen’s tools. Displays will be available, and visitors will be able to try their hand at writing on slate and dressing up. There will also be a ‘Hetty the Heritage Mouse Quiz’ for younger visitors. Café next door for refreshments.
source: aberdeenshire
date: c.1881
type: Museum

The Auld Post Office Museum
description: This museum, owned by the Turriff and District Heritage Society, will be open and houses the Robes, Regalia and memorabilia of Turriff Town Council.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

The Colourbothy, Hirn
description: <!-- [if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <o:AllowPNG/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--> An inspirational but simple studio, designed to make full use of natural daylight and to create a bright working weaving environment. At 64 square metres, built of wood, glass and modern materials, the external appearance and colour scheme make a bold statement. Situated in the garden, the space invokes a sense of stillness and connection with nature. The Colourbothy has been?officially?recognised?as a 'piece of architecture' bringing the two disciplines of art and architecture together.? In 2013 it was recognised at the Annual Design Awards Ceremony by?RIAS Chapter,?Aberdeen Society of Architects, with the award for the 'Best Commercial/Industrial Building'. It was also given a special award by 'The Wood for Good' organisation for the Best use of Timber in a Building.? In 2014 at the Aberdeenshire Council Design Awards the building was highly commended in the business category. Hand-woven textiles will be on display and there will be a demonstration of the craft. Please note that a visit to The Colourbothy is on the guided tour only, which must be booked in advance. ?To book please call 01330 844257 or email opendoor@belindarose.co.uk. ? <!-- [if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:TrackMoves/> <w:TrackFormatting/> <w:PunctuationKerning/> <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/> <w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:IgnoreMixedContent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:DoNotPromoteQF/> <w:LidThemeOther>EN-GB</w:LidThemeOther> <w:LidThemeAsian>X-NONE</w:LidThemeAsian> <w:LidThemeComplexScript>X-NONE</w:LidThemeComplexScript> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables/> <w:SnapToGridInCell/> <w:WrapTextWithPunct/> <w:UseAsianBreakRules/> <w:DontGrowAutofit/> <w:SplitPgBreakAndParaMark/> <w:EnableOpenTypeKerning/> <w:DontFlipMirrorIndents/> <w:OverrideTabl…
source: aberdeenshire
date: 2013
type: Museum

The Fish House
description: The oldest salmon fish-house in Scotland, the Fish House, as it is known locally was built on the banks of the River Ugie in 1585, and is the only building in Peterhead to survive more than four centuries. It was originally built for the 5th Earl Marischal for keeping game and fish. It has been used by salmon fishermen for over 100 years, as it stands on the banks of one of NE Scotland?s most prolific salmon and trout rivers ? the River Ugie.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1585
type: Museum

The Maggie Law Lifeboat Museum
description: The Maggie Law was a shallow draught surfboat capable of assisting vessels having difficulty entering Gourdon harbour. It was built by subscription from local fishermen in 1890. Over 40 years service it saved the lives?of 36 fishermen. The Maggie Law supplemented the RNLI Lifeboats which were based at Gourdon from 1878 until 1969, when it was decided coverage could be maintained by the lifeboats at Aberdeen and Montrose.?
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

The Boatshed, Portsoy
description: <span style="color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px; float: none; display: inline !important; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The Boatshed, built upon the ruins of a former boatshed/store, was fully renovated and opened in 2015. Work was undertaken by Brown + Brown Architects, who have won awards for their design and work on the building. This project was partly funded by Aberdeenshire Council, CARS (a collaboration between Aberdeenshire Council and Historic Scotland), and the Aberdeenshire European Fisheries Fund. It is now home to a qualified boatbuilder and group of enthusiastic boatbuilding volunteers who use the purposely designed workshop space for community boatbuilding projects and school boatbuilding sessions, ensuring the skills of traditional boatbuilding remain active – come along and see them at work!
source: aberdeenshire
date: Completed in 2015
type: Museum

The Saltoun Inn, Fraserburgh
description: The Saltoun Inn has recently opened following the complete renovation of the building since the former Saltoun Arms Hotel closed in 2006.?The three storey category B listed property was built in 1801 by local mason Alexander Morrice and at that time had two parlours, a dining room, six bedrooms, a kitchen, large hall, a drawing room with offices and a garden and stable yard. It is thought that the building may have also incorporated some of the fabric of the former Town House of the Frasers of Philorth that stood on the site. The building was originally built as part of the transformation of Saltoun Square (previously named Kirk Green) into a classical town centre. Originally called the?Saltoun Inn, it was funded by the Gardeners' Friendly Society of Fraserburgh, a gentlemen's club, for social and benevolent purposes. Come and have a look at the impressive renovation of the building into the J D Wetherspoons pub and 6 bed hotel 'The Saltoun Inn'. Take a walk round the ground floor, which has a number of historic photographs and displays on Fraserburgh's history. ? The pub will be open as usual on the day with refreshments available.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1801
type: Museum

The Seedbox at Ballogie Walled Garden
description: Ballogie Walled Garden forms part of the Ballogie Estate and is U-plan in shape, with a double terraced garden, open to the south-west. It is believed to be late 18th Century. The walled garden is carefully terraced to incorporate the gentle slope of the hill. The walls survive in near perfect condition. Contained within the Walled Garden is also an impressive sundial, which is Category B listed and dates to 1725. Having stood empty since 1992 the garden is now back in use by The Seed Box, a horticultural training and outdoor therapy service for adults with additional support needs. The garden is planted with fruit, vegetables and flowers. It has two very large Yew trees at the top centre with old pear, plum and apple trees growing against the walls. There will be photographs of the continuing re-development of the garden over the last two years and information about the proposed renovation of the old lean-to greenhouse. Teas & coffees will be available for a small charge.
source: aberdeenshire
date: Circa 1750
type: Museum

The West Church, Alford
description: The Church is built on an old ecclesiastical site with records showing a 12th century church was located here. It is rectangular in plan with harled walls with granite surrounds and corner stones. The south elevation has three large, equally spaced round arch windows, the centre one having stained glass. The interior is original and beautifully preserved. The Church is now in private ownership.
source: aberdeenshire
date: Built in 1804 and extended in 1826
type: Museum

Tolbooth Museum, Stonehaven
description: The Tolbooth is the oldest building in Stonehaven, dating from the late 16th Century. Stonehaven Tolbooth was built by George Keith, 4th Earl Marischal (c. 1553 - 1623), in Old Red Sandstone as a storehouse. Gables Crow Stepped. Chimney at west end. It is a category A listed building. In 1600 an Act of Parliament provided that the building became a Tolbooth and local District Court. After 1624 the town business functions were also conducted from the building. Today the ground floor contains a museum that showcases the building’s turbulent past and Stonehaven’s rich history. Visitors can examine the model of the Earth’s earliest known air breathing animal found at nearby Cowie, reminisce over past domestic life, view old photographs of the town or study the local geology. You can also study the plans for the extension to the building which includes a larger museum space and a glass encased café. Artifacts on display include: items of incarceration, prehistory cist, cup stone and an extensive range of local fishing and farming implements. *Please note – the 1st floor contains the Tolbooth Restaurant which is not part of the Open Doors Days
source: aberdeenshire
date: c. 1570
type: Museum

Tomnaverie Stone Circle
description: <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <o:AllowPNG/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--> The following site is worth a visit as you travel along Deeside, it is a Scheduled Ancient Monuments. The site is managed by Historic Scotland, access is free but the site is unmanned. Stone circles are common throughout the British Isles, but the type of circle represented at Tomnaverie is found only in north-east Scotland. There are around 100 of them. Their characteristic feature is a large stone set on its side (recumbent), flanked by two upright stones, usually on the south or south-west arc of the circle. The tallest stones of the circle are also usually on the same arc. Such circles were built around 4,000 years ago. <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:TrackMoves/> <w:TrackFormatting/> <w:PunctuationKerning/> <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/> <w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:IgnoreMixedContent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:DoNotPromoteQF/> <w:LidThemeOther>EN-GB</w:LidThemeOther> <w:LidThemeAsian>X-NONE</w:LidThemeAsian> <w:LidThemeComplexScript>X-NONE</w:LidThemeComplexScript> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables/> <w:SnapToGridInCell/> <w:WrapTextWithPunct/> <w:UseAsianBreakRules/> <w:DontGrowAutofit/> <w:SplitPgBreakAndParaMark/> <w:EnableOpenTypeKerning/> <w:DontFlipMirrorIndents/> <w:OverrideTableStyleHps/> </w:Compatibility> <m:mathPr> <m:mathFont m:val="Cambria Math"/> <m:brkBin m:val="before"/> <m:brkBinSub m:val="--"/> <m:smallFrac m:val="off"/> <m:dispDef/> <m:lMargin m:val="0"/> <m:rMargin m:val="0"/> <m:defJc m:val="centerGroup"/> <m:wrapIndent m:val="1440"/> <m:intLim m:val="subSup"/> <m:naryLim m:val="undOvr"/> </m:mathPr></w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:LatentStyles DefLockedState="false" DefUnhideWhenUsed="false" DefSemiHidden="false" DefQFormat="false" DefPriority="99" L…
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Town Hall
description: A category B Listed Building. A dignified small building by Matthew and Laurie with segmental arches over ground floor windows and round arched and keyblocked windows at first floor with panelled aprons. Pilastered double leaf doorpiece flanked by lamps, quoin ends and belts. Panelled parapet with squat urns and central panel with date.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1879
type: Museum

Trinity Parish Church
description: Severe Tudor Gothic rectangle. Centre gable fine ashlar with small bellcot. Art Nouveau mural decoration by Ralph Hay, 1912, who was also responsible for decoration at His Majesty?s Theatre, Aberdeen.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1843, 1897
type: Museum

Udny Mort House, Udny
description: A more macabre Doors Open Days favourite, Udny Mort House was used to store coffins prior to burial and is situated in the graveyard. Cylindrical in form and built from local granite ashlar with a conical slate roof, the Mort House still has the original stout oak door, protective metal shutter and keyhole, to keep the bodies safe from grave robbers. Inside the original oak revolving table upon which the coffins were placed still survives. Members of the Udny historical group will be on hand to show you inside the Mort House and also to give a short tour of the Udny Churchyard (weather permitting). It still has the original stout oak door and protective metal shutter and keyhole.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1832
type: Museum

Warld's End - UPDATED INFORMATION
description: Open for the first time for Doors Open Day this year is one of the best houses of its date in Aberdeenshire. Whilst the house has lost some of its former glory as an elegant town house, some original features still remain and its historic associations are fascinating.? Warld's End is thought to have got its name from its positioning at the most southerly boundary of the town as it was in the 17th century. ?
source: aberdeenshire
date: 17th century
type: Museum

West Parish Church
description: Simple Gothic style church on corner site with broached stone spire and two-staged buttressed tower. Grey and pink granite, ashlar to front gable tower and chapel, coursed rubble elsewhere. Cast iron cluster columns rising through gallery to support queen post roof with gallery on three sides and a central pulpit on the rear wall. Rushworth and Dreaper Organ (1935) designed around rose window on rear wall.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1876
type: Museum

Banchory, Deeside Brewery
description: A traditional farm steading, adapted for use as a working brewery and distillery. No actual brewing will be taking place for safety reasons, but visitors wil see the whole brewing and distilling process, as well as try a small sample of beer fresh from the tanks. ? http://www.deesidebrewery.co.uk/
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

The Wine Tower, Kinnaird Head, Fraserburgh
description: Believed to have been built at the same time as Kinnaird Head Castle (c.1570), the purpose of the building cannot be agreed upon: some believe it was a chapel, others that it was a wine cellar while some say it was a general apartment. The Tower used to have 4 stories, of which 3 remain. On the day, access will be allowed to the top chamber only where visitors can view the unique collection of carved plaster bosses which hang from the ceiling. A guide will also be on hand to tell tales of forbidden love that ended in tragedy down among the rocks beneath the tower…can you hear the haunting pipe music? Come along to find out more!
source: aberdeenshire
date: c.1570
type: Museum

Drumoak, Drum Castle Garden and Estate
description: Drum is one of Royal Deeside?s top historic attractions, just 10 miles from Aberdeen. It is one of Scotland?s oldest tower houses and is set beside an ancient oak woodland and a walled garden that contains a fine collection of historic roses which perfume the air. William de Irwyn was gifted the Royal Forest of Drum and the Tower of Drum by King Robert the Bruce in 1323. The tower has benefitted from various improvements over the centuries, including a Jacobean mansion house extension in 1619 and Victorian adaptations, such as the impressive library converted from the lower hall
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Marine Scotland Science,Tolbooth Museum, Stonehaven
description: <span style="color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px; float: none; display: inline !important; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial;">Marine Scotland Science will be hosting an exhibit within the courtyard of the Tolbooth Museum to highlight some of the scientific work conducted in the waters off Stonehaven’s coastline, including Marine Mammal research and the work of the Scottish Coastal Observatory which monitors changes in the marine environment. Highly recommended for all ages, the exhibit will provide an opportunity to meet scientists undertaking work in a variety of marine topics such as fisheries, renewable energy, marine litter and aquaculture.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

World Horse Welfare, Belwade Farm
description: <!-- [if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <o:AllowPNG/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--> World Horse Welfare is an international charity which works to improve the lives of horses across the globe through education, campaigning and hands on care. Across the 4 UK centres around 300 horses are rescued every year. Belwade farm can house 60 horses at any one time which have been rescued by the charity and are undergoing rehabilitation ready for their forever home. Come meet the staff and some of our friendly four legged guests. For further information please visit the Belwade website. �
source: aberdeenshire
date: 2012
type: Museum

Stonehaven, Clock Tower
description: The costs of the original 1790 build were met by the town’s Common Good Fund and the sole purpose of the building was to contain the Town Clock. In 1894 the tower was heightened, and the clock raised to its present position at the top of the square sandstone tower. Above the doorway is a large barometer, dated 1852, which was of immense benefit to the local fishing industry. The Clock Tower was also the site of one of the town’s public water supplies in the 19th century. The Tower was refurbished in 2015, (which gained the annual Conservation Award from the Aberdeen Society of Architects) and has now been re-opened as a tourist attraction. *Please note that the Clock Tower will not be staffed on Doors Open Days Public disabled toilet available within 300 yards Public toilet available within 300 yards Free public parking within 300 yeards
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1790 with addition in 1894
type: Museum

Stonehaven Community Fire Station
description: Learn about the role of a firefighter, see the fire engines and equipment and meet and talk to the crew. You will also be able to arrange a free Home Fire Safety Visit and they will demonstrate just what it takes to become a modern-day firefighter. *Please note – the crew will be on call that day and so may need to attend to emergencies.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

RNLI, Stonehaven
description: Due to operational requirements the station will no longer be able to open on Saturday 14th Sept. However will now be open Sunday 15th from 10am-4pm apologies for any inconvenience. Access will be given to the cabin which houses the station crew shed. You will also get to view the kit, crew room and the lifeboat crew will be on hand to tell you all about what they do. There will be the opportunity to visit the boat shed and see where the lifeboats are kept, in a building that is as old as the harbour itself. *Please note that the crew will be on call that day and so may need to attend emergencies.
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type: Museum

Kinneff, Tod Head Lighthouse
description: The lighthouse is now decommissioned and in use as a private residence. Designed by David A. Stevenson, visitors will have access to the top of the tower and outside gallery - stand on the glass floor in the former lamp room if you dare! Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Visits must be booked in advance and places are limited due to the size of the property and limited parking. Available time slots are: 10:15am, 11:15am, 12:15pm, 1:15pm, 2:15pm, 3:15pm. Please call 01467-535152 to book.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1895
type: Museum

Arbuthnott, Grassic Gibbon Centre and Arbuthnott Hall
description: Arbuthnott Hall is a traditional sandstone parish Hall. Built in 1908 by public subscription on land gifted to the community by the Arbuthnott Estate to give the people of the community a place to meet for recreation and education and social events. It continues to be used for that purpose. It has a stained-glass window gifted to the community by the daughter of the Scottish writer Lewis Grassic Gibbon to mark the centenary of his birth in 2001.? Although the hall has been totally refurbished over the years it still maintains its original character. The Grassic Gibbon Centre was built by the community as an addition to the Hall to commemorate Lewis Grassic Gibbon and his life and work. Building the Centre also helped upgrade the kitchen and toilet facilities of the Hall. It was funded in part by the Scottish Tourist Board, the local authority and the community. It contains an exhibition on LGG, a caf?, gift shop and post office.? The interior of the Centre is in pine as is the ceiling of Arbuthnott Hall. The Centre is run as a self-financing social enterprise and celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. There is a play park out-side which families use when visiting the Centre. ? http://www.grassicgibbon.com/
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type: Museum

Benholm, Mill of Benholm, Near Johnshaven
description: The Mill of Benholm is a category A listed rural mill complex. The site comprises the Mill which dates from 1817 with water wheel and full interior workings, a mill pond, lade and sluices. Also the former miller's house, former byre, old grain store and community garden. Benholm Mill is located within the heart of the idyllic Benholm Conservation Area.
source: aberdeenshire
date: Mill dates from 1817
type: Museum

Benholm Parish Kirk
description: Benholm Kirk stands on a site which dates to at least 1242AD. The first church was replaced in the 13th Century by a Gothic church. As the 19th Century approached a new church was needed and, on the 16th September 1832, 768 people heard the Rev James Glen dedicate Benholm Kirk as we know it today. The Kirk houses items salvaged from the previous building. Amongst these items is a Sacrament House dating from the 15th Century, now built into the east wall. Another important item salvaged and displayed prominently to the left of the pulpit, is the Keith Monument, a Memorial to Lady Mary Keith. The daughter of George Keith, 5th Earl Marischall and his Countess, Lady Margaret Ogilvie, Mary died in 1620, aged only 4. Another Monument to Robert Scott of Benholme, to the right of the pulpit dates from 1690. Carved in white marble, this is a highly sophisticated memorial of its period in Scotland making it rare and unusual. In 2006, with the help of the community, the Kirk was purchased and taken into care by the Scottish Redundant Churches Trust. The Kirk will be preserved and protected, enabling it to be used for occasional services continuing the centuries-old tradition of worship on the site.? ? One of the Friends of Benholm Kirk is available to offer a talk on the church, subject to numbers.? Please direct all enquiries to; email: Geoff_lawrence@btinternet.com? Tel:01561 361631 http://www.buildingsatrisk.org.uk/details/916359
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type: Museum

Johnshaven Heritage Hub, Johnshaven
description: Teaming up with NEOS, Johnshaven will become an artist's Doors OpenDay village.? The Heritage museum is acting as an arts hub with works from the Costal Colourists Art Group.? The Life Boat Station will also be open with displays from local artists to view and purchas and there will be a variety of other artists' houses open in the village on the day.? Please check the local website for details. https://m.facebook.com/Johnshavenheritagehubmuseum/ http://www.northeastopenstudios.co.uk/neos-2017/
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type: Museum

St. Cyrus, National Nature Reserve
description: St Cyrus reserve is one of the most picturesque sections of coastline in north-east Scotland. It boasts the magnificent sandy sweep of Montrose Bay, towering volcanic cliffs, yellow dunes, and a spectacular wildflower meadow that supports a number of rare plants and insects. Come along and meet Ranger Therese and explore the reserve.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1860
type: Museum

Stuartfield, The Old Manse
description: The history of a 210-year-old manse is presented in the form of traditional storytelling talk, with images and illustrations covering the origin of the church and manse and the lives of some of the ministers concentrating particularly on the first minister, James Robertson and his children, who later in life achieved tremendous success! *The storytelling is by the current owner, in one of the rooms of the house, which can cater for a maximum of 6 people at a time. The talk is approximately 1 hour long and should be booked in advance by either phoning 01771624412 or 07855537824 or by email: ablo.home@gmail.com A Doors Open Day must which proves a book should not be judged by its cover, as cited by previous visitors: “It was the best hour we have spent in a long while”. “A fabulous insight into some fascinating local history, brought to life brilliantly”
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1807
type: Museum

Inverallochy, Maggie's Hoosie
description: Very much an authentic ancient fisher family dwelling or But'n'Ben comprising of rock and clay built walls, tiled roof and earthen floors.? The internal accommodation comprising of the living room (Ben) with box bed, open fire and furniture of the time.? The bedroom (But) with a similar box bed and appropriate furniture completes the scene.? Providing an insight into the living conditions and habits of the fishing communities centuries ago. ?
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type: Museum

Fraserburgh Heritage Centre, Fraserburgh.
description: <span style="color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px; float: none; display: inline !important; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Formerly a barrel store, later a foundry for the CPT during WW2, for the last 20 years this building has housed displays telling the stories of Fraserburgh and its environs. With over 20 hands-on activities bringing the stories to life which illustrate the historic, social and economic development of the area, the Heritage Centre is well worth a visit.
source: aberdeenshire
date: c.1890
type: Museum

Fraserburgh, Wine Tower and Lighthouse
description: The Wine Tower was the original wine cellars for the residents in the nearby castle both dating from c.16th century. The wine tower boasts a remarkable series of finely carved pendants. The castle is much altered following its lease to the Northern Lighthouse Company c.1787 however, reminisces of the first occupation, (as a castle) still exist.
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date: c. 16th Century.
type: Museum

Fraserburgh United Reform Church
description: The grouping?consists of the church building and the adjacent Macaulay Hall. The original church building built in 1803 was destroyed by a fire in 2000. The current church building built in 2003 is of a modern design, a combination of traditional ecclesiastical and modern architectural design. The interior of the church also combines traditional and modern aspects. There is an impressive stained glass window depicting Christ and the fishermen casting their nets out to sea. Come and see the church beautifully decorated for harvest. Please note that morning worship from 11:00-12:00 all are welcome.
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type: Museum

Fraserburgh, Dalrymple Hall.
description: Dalrymple Hall and Arts Centre is a baronial property which boasts a 5 storey tower.? Constructed by the Dalrymple brothers it was formally used as a hotel then subsequently converted into a music and theatre venue. Its most famous performance to date was when the Beatles performed here on 23rd may 1960. The property is now the home of Fraserburgh Junior Arts Society who will have a display of what they make and paint.? In addition the dance group will be performing a 'bite size' show.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Fraserburgh, Old Parish Church.
description: Located on the site of the original church built in 1572, not long after the Reformation, the current church was constructed in 1803.? The interiors were remodelled by the celebrated architect A. Marshall Mackenzie in 1898 and a superb stained glass window adorning the chancel is indeed a work of great art and beauty. Members of the church will be on hand to provide guided tours in addition to quizzes and displays throughout the day. 11am - 12noon songs of Praise Morning, all welcome.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1803
type: Museum

Rosehearty, Sandhaven Meal Mill
description: This is a fine example of an early 19th Century meal mill and kiln. Sandhaven meal mill is unique in that all the machinery survives, including the electric motor, which provided power in the last years of its working life; other fittings include a built-in hinged top desk used by the miller. The mill was restored in the 1990s.
source: aberdeenshire
date: Early 19 century
type: Museum

Pitsligo, Peathill Kirk (formerly Pitsligo Parish Kirk)
description: Dated to 1890, designed by renowned local architect A. Marshall Mackenzie (one of the architects of Marischal College), this large spikey Gothic Kirk accommodates over 500 worshippers and is built in crisp grey granite with strikingly darker pinnings. The jewel in the crown internally is the Laird�s Loft, a magnificently carved addition dedicated to the Forbes Family.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1890
type: Museum

Macduff, Macduff Parish Church
description: On a hill overlooking the harbour, the building was opened in 1805.? With its Italianate square tower, domed roof and cupola added in 1865, it is a landmark for boats approaching the town.? A display of the life and work of the church and the community will be shown inside and guides will be able to show visitors around the building and speak about the life of the congregation. Please note that normal Sunday services will take place at 11am and 6p, all visitors are very welcome however tours and viewing will not be available while the service is on going. http://www.macduffparishchurch.org.uk/ https://en-gb.facebook.com/Macduff-Parish-Church-153947271443453/
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1805 Building Opened.
type: Museum

Macduff, The War Memorial
description: This imposing structure was constructed to John Fowlie?s design by two experienced, and indeed elderly,?masons, Alexander Brown and Magnus Johnstone, between April 1921 and October 1922. The octagonal tower of rusticated and rock faced ashlar, all of Kemnay granite, it is 21 meters (63 feet) high. On plaques around it are the names of Macduff?s war dead in two world wars and later. Visitors on Doors Open Day can climb the stairs to the top where there is a breath-taking view of sea and mountains, and of the two towns, Banff and Macduff, below it. The War Memorial is itself a landmark to mariners from the sea.
source: aberdeenshire
date: between April 1921 and October 1922.
type: Museum

Banff, Duff House Mausoleum
description: Allegedly built on, or near, the site of a Carmelite burial ground this �Gothic� structure, also known as the Fife Mausoleum, houses the remains of the first five Earls of Fife (starting 1705) and other Duff family members. Situated in an extremely peaceful and picturesque location, so much so it has been used for weddings, it also contains several excellent examples of quite early Coade stone (an artificial stone), still here after more than 200 years in what is perhaps the most northerly example.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1792
type: Museum

Banff, Town and Country Club
description: One of the oldest clubs of its type in Scotland and dating from 1772, this impressive u-plan Town House of quality benefits from a wide stone cantilevered staircase rising up to the first floor landing. A large Venetian window spills light over an impressive drawing room.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1772
type: Museum

Banff, St Johns Hall, Masonic Lodge, Banff
description: Building which is a hub for the�ancient fellowship of the Freemasons.
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type: Museum

Banff, 1 High Shore Street
description: Dating c.1676 this old merchant's house was once where multiple families shared lodgings. � �
source: aberdeenshire
date: c. 1676
type: Museum

Portsoy, Salmon Bothy
description: <span style="color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px; float: none; display: inline !important; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">The Salmon Bothy was a working Salmon Bothy until the 1990s. It was renovated and opened in 2009 as a small museum and a community space called ‘Upstairs at the Bothy’. Now in its 10th year, the museum has been refreshed. Each of the three ice chambers of the Bothy contain new exhibitions. Chamber 1 is devoted to the salmon fishing industry telling its story and exhibiting the artefacts. It has our new children’s area and an area for viewing pictures of a bygone era. Chamber 2 tells the story of Portsoy with its famous 17th century harbour and the associated industries which developed because of the trading nature of town. Chamber 3 has been totally refurbished. <span style="color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px; float: none; display: inline !important; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;">Visit the Salmon Bothy webpage
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1834
type: Museum

Portsoy, the Boat Shed
description: The Boatshed, built upon the ruins of a former boatshed/store, was fully renovated and opened in 2015. Work was undertaken by Brown + Brown Architects, who have won awards for their design and work on the building. This project was partly funded by Aberdeenshire Council, CARS (a collaboration between Aberdeenshire Council and Historic Scotland), and the Aberdeenshire European Fisheries Fund. It is now home to a group of enthusiastic boatbuilding volunteers who use the purposely designed workshop space for community boatbuilding projects and school boatbuilding sessions, ensuring the skills of traditional boatbuilding remain active ? come along and see them at work! http://portsoyboatshed.org/ ?
source: aberdeenshire
date: 18th Century
type: Museum

Portsoy, The Sail loft, Back Green, Links Road.
description: The Back Green was once an open industrial site used for the manufacture of thread for flax. By the early 19th Century, the site contained two groups of buildings ? one to the seaward side operated as a rope making business, while the manufacture of sails took place within the eastern range, adjacent to the house and cottages. The ropeworks fell into decline and were lost to the sea; the former sail making factory, house and cottages survived. After the Sail Making Loft closed, the cottages continued to be lived in and one of them may have been a dairy. Now fully restored, the buildings include self-catering accommodation for up to 25 visitors, a fully accessible bedroom and bathroom and communal kitchen and lounge areas. The total facility will be open to view. PLEASE NOTE THAT DISABLED ACCESS IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO THE GROUND FLOOR http://portsoysailloft.org/ ?
source: aberdeenshire
date: 18th century
type: Museum

Portsoy, Durn House
description: Durn House is a Georgian mansion house in the Adams style, built in 1770 by the Dunbar's? of Durn.? There has been a Durn House on this site since at least 1529 and probably before.? Bought by Mr and Mrs Scrudis, Durn House underwent a major restoration and refurbishment project, lasting 6 years and now operates as a luxury guest house. Durn House has an exciting history, with strong attachments to the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie and the Battle of Culloden, as well as the folk song McPherson's?Rant.? You may also enjoy High Tea served in the Georgian Tea Room.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1770
type: Museum

Huntly, Forgue Kirk
description: Although out-with the focus area, Forgue Kirk has kindly agreed to participate in this years event. The Category B listed former Parish of Forgue Kirk stands in the old Kirkyard on a hill overlooking the Forgue Burn. The Kirk was built in 1819 on the site of a much older kirk - by legend, founded by St. Margaret of Scotland in 1070. It was designed by Archibald Simpson the renowned Aberdeen and Scotland architect and has a south wall inspired by Albertis Tempio Malatestiano church in Rimini (Italy). The windowless north wall was designed to keep the devil out.�
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Turriff, Dalgatie Castle, Dalgatie.
description: Climb the widest turnpike stair in Scotland boasting 98 steps. Mary Queen of Scots stayed here for 3 days after the battle of Corrichie.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1530 with later additions
type: Museum

Huntly, Christ Church
description: Although out-with the focus area, Christ Church has kindly agreed to participate this year. Christ Church is a grade B listed building with an attractive simple nave and chancel, tall narrow lancets and octagonal spirelet. There is a wooden Arts and Crafts Altar carved with panels of the Agnus Dei and two angels. �It has fine stained glass windows probably made by Clayton and Bell of London and a one hundred and fifty year old Mirlees Organ recognised by the British Institute of Organ studies as being of national importance. Rededicated in 2016. During 2015 a substantial restoration and development project was carried out. �
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1849
type: Museum

Methlick, Haddo House
description: Due to circumstances outwith our control Haddo House has unfortunately withdrawn from this years event.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Turriff, Craigston Castle
description: Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control?the following provisional venue out-with the focus area is now unable to participate in this years event.? Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Turriff, Municipal Buildings
description: Turriff Heritage Society will be throwing open their doors at the Museum and Municipal Buildings in Turriff. Turriff Town Museum is situated in the Provost and Town Council Building, now housing a collection of artefacts, recordings and photographs to tell Turriff's rich history and developed over some 40 years.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1908
type: Museum

Turriff, St. Congans
description: The church is rectangular on plan and has a nave, chancel, vestry and tower. It was built in coursed, roughly-shaped red sandstone and has a slate roof. It is aligned north-east/south-west, with a pathway surrounding the building. Recent editions to the west end to house a disabled toilet and storeroom with glass panelled entrance doors.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1862
type: Museum

Beannachar Camphill Community
description: Staff will be on hand at this hidden delight of a building and extensive grounds to provide information on the campus and the activities that they provide. Beannachar occupies the former ‘Banchory House’, extended and re-designed in 1837 by celebrated local architect John Smith. Within the campus there are several other buildings which might be of interest: Rose House, winner of the Kincardineshire and Deeside award for the best new building in 1994; a turf-roofed, wood-framed straw-bale Games Room; a load-bearing straw-bale building currently under construction which will become our new office; the site of an ancient ‘motte and bailey’ castle, and Pictish stones, originally from Dunnicaer. Not forgetting the beautiful grounds comprising woodland, farmland, lawns, sports field and a wonderful walled garden with flowers, vegetables, fruit and herbs.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1837
type: Museum

The Seed Box, Glan Tanar Walled Garden
description: <span style="color: #000000; text-transform: none; text-indent: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px; float: none; display: inline !important; white-space: normal; orphans: 2; widows: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-style: initial;">The Seed Box provides horticultural training and outdoor therapy to adults with additional support needs. Gardening activities are carried out within the walled garden, supporting workers to develop employability skills, confidence and independence. Come along and explore the many wonders of Glen Tanar Walled Garden, round every corner lies a world of beauty, nature and mystery.
source: aberdeenshire
date: c. 1880
type: Museum

Castle Fraser, Sauchen
description: Castle Fraser is one of the grandest of the Scottish Baronial tower houses, a building to be savoured with its fine examples of towers, crow-step gables and coats of arms to name but a few delights. A walk round the castle is like viewing a huge piece of sculpture as the architectural details of the building shift, changing their shapes and relationship with each other and the surrounding landscape. If you wish to find out more about Castle Fraser and/or the work of the National Trust for Scotland please click here
source: aberdeenshire
date: allegedly started in the 1400's and completed around 1636 with 18th and 19th Century alterations
type: Museum

Arbuthnot Museum, Peterhead
description: Discover the wealth of Peterhead's maritime history in one of Aberdeenshire's oldest museums. The collections are housed in a pink granite 'Free Renaissance' style building, built in 1891-3 to a design by D and J. R. McMillan, funded in part by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. It should be noted that whilst the building is accessible for those with wheelchairs the museum itself is not as it is accessed through a staircase with no alternative route, for those who cannot access the museum proper there is an interactive display on the ground level of the building where the museum's exhibits (excluding temporary exhibits) may be seen. The museum itself does not have toilets but there is a public toilet at the bottom of the stairs leading up to the museum.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Hareshowe Farm, Aden Country Park, Mintlaw
description: Hareshowe is a fine example of a typical North East farmhouse and steadings, originally built in the Victorian era and home to many generations of families. This farmhouse was taken down stone by stone, timber by timber, from its original setting and rebuilt at Aden in the 1980s as it would have looked in the 1950s. Parking at Aden Country Park car park.
source: aberdeenshire
date: c.19th century
type: Museum

Aden Farming Museum, Aden Country Park, Mintlaw
description: Aberdeenshire Farming Museum is managed by Aberdeenshire Council and is situated in the heart of Aden Country Park. The museum is housed in a rare, category A listed, semi-circular farmstead building built around 1800 and coach house built in 1832. This now houses the award-winning Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, containing a Recognised Collection of National Significance awarded by the Scottish Museums Council (SMC). For more details on the museum please click here �
source: aberdeenshire
date: Around 1800
type: Museum

The Smiddy: Centre of Excellence of Silversmith and Jewellery, Banff
description: For a period of 200 years up until the 1880s, 24 different silversmiths toiled to produce works of the finest quality for the prosperous citizens of Banff. The town had its own assay mark, and Banff Silver manufactured over this period is much sought after.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1671
type: Museum

Blairs Museum, South Deeside Road, Blairs, Aberdeen
description: Blairs Museum is located within the former Blairs College site. The museum boasts a stunning collection of fine and decorative art spanning more than 150 years. The unique Memorial Portrait of Mary Queen of Scots and the Royal Stewarts, once on display at the National Museum of Scotland, hangs here alongside Jacobite memorabilia and sacred silver and gold. A new exhibition for 2019 is of Piranesi’s prints ‘Views of Rome’, in the Museum and Cloister. Enjoy the beautiful gothic St Mary’s Chapel with its marble interior dating from 1901, and explore the extensive grounds of the former Blairs College with walled garden and stunning views over the River Dee. Talks from museum guides and refreshments are available. Discover a hidden gem!
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1898
type: Museum

St Ternan's Scottish Episcopal Church, Muchalls
description: St Ternan's church is the oldest in the Diocese of Brechin. The centre section was built in 1828/31 replacing an old chapel located in the grounds of Muchalls castle. Later additions were made, including a gallery, (since removed) and the lengthening of the nave to accommodate larger congregations. The last major change in 1865 came with the building of the chancel. At this time the "Episcopal Chapel at Muchall. St Ternan’s is a lovely church, most of the original pews are still in place from the days it could seat 250 of a congregation. There is a stained-glass window in the East wall above the altar depicts Jesus as the Good Shepherd, and a font with a unique history. Church is used for worship on Sunday 10:30am service. All welcome to join in.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1828 - 1831
type: Museum

Tullich Church, Tullich, near Ballater
description: Tullich Church has a long and fascinating history, and was once a very important site in the local area. The church, two miles north east of Ballater, is now ruined and stands inside a sub-circular graveyard and is built on the site of an earlier Medieval chapel. A project has been developed to repair and consolidate the church and return the collection of carved symbol stones, including one Class I Pictish stone and a large carved stone bowl, back to site, (following removal over 15 years ago for conservation) in to a bespoke shelter. Booking essential please call Cheryl Roberts (01467) 539462.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Fyvie Parish Church
description: Fyvie parish church was built at the start of the 19th Century and sits on an early Christian site.� To the south of the church is the old graveyard.� The west gable is the principal elevation and overlooks the road into Fyvie, while the east gable houses 4 pictish stones.� Internally the main focus of the chancel at the east end of the church is a magnificent stained glass window�by Tiffany of New York
source: aberdeenshire
date: Early 1800's
type: Museum

Braemar, Royal Pavilion, Princess Royal & Duke of Fife Memorial Park
description: As part of Doors Open Days 2019, The Braemar Royal Highland Society have agreed to open the Royal Pavilion situated within the Highland Games Park in Braemar. This pavilion is only usually open during the gathering for exclusive use by the Royal Party, and for Doors Open Days will be fully decorated in all the royal resplendent. A rare example of a permanent highland game's structure situated in Braemar which has a long and significant association with the sport. Highland games are held all over Scotland but buildings for the event are usually temporary structures. Therefore, the stands at the Princess Royal and Duke of Fife Memorial Park are unusual in being permanent structures and the Patron's pavilion, the private enclosure
source: aberdeenshire
date: Circa 1906
type: Museum

Banchory Ternan West Church
description: The church is built with pink and white granite from local quarries which belonged to Sir Robert Burnett. It is built in the early English style and is a category C listed building. It's principal feature is a tower 18 feet square rising to a height of 70 feet and then terminating in a slated tower roof making the total height 100 feet. The south end of the church has a gothic triple window and the east and west sides are flanked by buttresses and on the north side behind the pulpit there is a circular window. the original pews on the ground floor were replaced by moveable seating following a major refurbishment in 2013 although the gallery stills has pews to accommodate 200 worshippers. There has been an organ in the sanctuary since 1894. the sanctuary now has superb lighting and the modernised halls, kitchens and toilets provide an excellent facility for use by the local community. There has been a clock in the church tower since 1885 although the current clock was installed in 1969.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1880
type: Museum

Kincardine O'Neil, Christ Church
description: Attractive small Episcopal church in the middle of Royal Deeside; built in 1866, this was probably the last building designed by William Ramage. Nave and chancel under a roof with a single ridge-line, embellished with pretty cresting and a belfry (restored 2006). Fine collection of mainly Victorian stained glass windows and charming wrought-iron railings enhance the interior. Organ, of c1850s, installed in 1998. Interesting information boards around the church and on-line details of memorials and graves and a well-kept graveyard. Choir Practice at 10.00am Church service at 11.00am Children's Choir Practice at 10.00am
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1863
type: Museum

The Old School, Bankhead, Finzean
description: The school at Bankhead (Finzean) was established in 1732, as an endowed school. The endowment was a legacy of a former resident of the parish, Rev. Gilbert Ramsay, and funded by the sale of enslaved people in Barbados. the building was extended and adapted a number of times, including alterations by the architect of Balmoral Castle (William Smith ll), up to 1964 when a new building was opened on the adjacent school garden. In 2004 the community, through Birse Community Trust (BCT), acquired the Old School site. in need of conservation and repair to meet the needs of the community, BCT recently completed a Project Viability study on the future of the site. in parallel with the study a community heritage project , called 'Aye, it wis aabody', explored the history of the school and links with chattel slavery in the Caribbean. Visitors will have the opportunity to see inside the buildings, where there will also be displays on the Feasibility Study and 'Aye, it wis aabody' project.
source: aberdeenshire
type: Museum

Finzean Water Mills
description: The Finzean Sawmill site includes two water-powered mills, the Sawmill and the Turning Mill. The mills date from around 1830s and are Grade A listed historic buildings. The Mills and weirs are an integral part of the forest heritage and woodland culture of the Birse area and are particularly important as they have survived as a group in their original native pinewood setting and are still capable of operating. Please note that for safety reasons the Mills will not be operating on the two days although there will be guides in site to provide an overview of the mills. Further details can be found on Birse Community Trust's website: http//www.birsecommunitytrust.org.uk/Watermills/Finzean%20Wood%Mills.html The buildings are managed by Birse Community Trust which promotes the common good of the inhabitants of Birse parish and delivers wider public benefits. The Trust manages land and buildings and a wide range of other projects on behalf of the local community. Limited parking.
source: aberdeenshire
date: 1820-1830
type: Museum