Janice And Neil’s guidebook (UNDER CONSTRUCTION)
City/town information
Stonehaven has been described as the Coastal Gem in the North East of Scotland. It is the main county town of historic Kincardineshire and the Mearns and situated 15 miles south of Aberdeen.
With our historic picturesque harbour, lovely family friendly beaches, the amazing Dunnottar Castle, historic sites, fantastic walks, woods and open-air swimming pool, there is something for everyone.
We have wonderful local independant shops with great restaurants and bars, many of which are award winning.
Stonehaven provides an excellent base to visit and explore the surrounding area and all it has to offer including Castle, Coastal and Whisky Trails.
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Stonehaven
Stonehaven has been described as the Coastal Gem in the North East of Scotland. It is the main county town of historic Kincardineshire and the Mearns and situated 15 miles south of Aberdeen.
With our historic picturesque harbour, lovely family friendly beaches, the amazing Dunnottar Castle, historic sites, fantastic walks, woods and open-air swimming pool, there is something for everyone.
We have wonderful local independant shops with great restaurants and bars, many of which are award winning.
Stonehaven provides an excellent base to visit and explore the surrounding area and all it has to offer including Castle, Coastal and Whisky Trails.
Sightseeing
This dramatic and evocative ruined cliff top fortress was the home of the Earls Marischal, once one of the most powerful families in Scotland. Steeped in history, this romantic and haunting ruin is a photographer’s paradise, a history lover’s dream and an iconic tourist destination for visitors the world over. Visit Dunnottar Castle for your own unforgettable experience and discover the importance of Dunnottar – an impregnable fortress that holds many rich secrets of Scotland’s colourful past.
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This dramatic and evocative ruined cliff top fortress was the home of the Earls Marischal, once one of the most powerful families in Scotland. Steeped in history, this romantic and haunting ruin is a photographer’s paradise, a history lover’s dream and an iconic tourist destination for visitors the world over. Visit Dunnottar Castle for your own unforgettable experience and discover the importance of Dunnottar – an impregnable fortress that holds many rich secrets of Scotland’s colourful past.
Stonehaven's war memorial stands overlooking the town from the south. A short walk to pay your respects.
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Stonehaven War Memorial
1Stonehaven's war memorial stands overlooking the town from the south. A short walk to pay your respects.
Located on the harbour in Stonehavens oldest buiding, a great place to visit to learn some the fantastic heritabe of Stonehaven
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Tolbooth Museum
3 Old PierLocated on the harbour in Stonehavens oldest buiding, a great place to visit to learn some the fantastic heritabe of Stonehaven
Almost on the doorstep of Auld Toon Apartment, this is a must visit for any visitor. Plenty of opportunity to relax with the pubs, cafe and restaurants. A lovely small clean beach for the children.
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Old PierAlmost on the doorstep of Auld Toon Apartment, this is a must visit for any visitor. Plenty of opportunity to relax with the pubs, cafe and restaurants. A lovely small clean beach for the children.
Walks
Ideal for a stroll or dog walk in a mix of trees, glades and winding paths. Be sure to visit the Shell House and Lady Kennedy's bath. On the southern side of the town. Easy walk to the woods or plenty of car parks if you wish to drive and park
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Dunnottar Woods car park
8 Dunnottar ChurchIdeal for a stroll or dog walk in a mix of trees, glades and winding paths. Be sure to visit the Shell House and Lady Kennedy's bath. On the southern side of the town. Easy walk to the woods or plenty of car parks if you wish to drive and park
Large park with the Cowie River running through it. You can visit St Kieran's spring water well under the railway viaduct. There is a playpark for younger children.
Mineralwell Park
6 Mineralwell ViewLarge park with the Cowie River running through it. You can visit St Kieran's spring water well under the railway viaduct. There is a playpark for younger children.
Activities
This is a huge, Olympic-size swimming pool filled with clean seawater heated to 29°C/85°F and surrounded by sheltered sun terraces. Open each year, daily from late May to early September, it offers a great fun day out for families as well as quiet swims and entertainment and midnight swims in high season (local school holidays). Tickets are valid all day and there's an on-site cafe, picnics are welcome and parking is free.
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Stonehaven Open Air Pool
The LinksThis is a huge, Olympic-size swimming pool filled with clean seawater heated to 29°C/85°F and surrounded by sheltered sun terraces. Open each year, daily from late May to early September, it offers a great fun day out for families as well as quiet swims and entertainment and midnight swims in high season (local school holidays). Tickets are valid all day and there's an on-site cafe, picnics are welcome and parking is free.
Consists of a 25m pool, 3 court games hall, fitness room and general purpose room.
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Stonehaven Leisure Centre
Consists of a 25m pool, 3 court games hall, fitness room and general purpose room.
Facilities are open to the public and members all year round.
Tennis, Bowling (Indoor and Outdoor) , Putting, Public Bar/Cafe/Function Room.
Stonehaven Recreation Grounds
Facilities are open to the public and members all year round.
Tennis, Bowling (Indoor and Outdoor) , Putting, Public Bar/Cafe/Function Room.
5 all weather tennis courts, all of which are floodlit. Vistors are made very welcome.
Stonehaven Tennis Club
5 all weather tennis courts, all of which are floodlit. Vistors are made very welcome.
Overlooks the North Sea and the harbour town of Stonehaven. A challenging cliff top course. Visitors are made to feel very welcome.
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Overlooks the North Sea and the harbour town of Stonehaven. A challenging cliff top course. Visitors are made to feel very welcome.
Set in a stunning location opposite Dunnottar Castle, the main feature of the stables is their new indoor school with pro wax surface which allows riding all year round.
Halymyres Stables
Set in a stunning location opposite Dunnottar Castle, the main feature of the stables is their new indoor school with pro wax surface which allows riding all year round.
For Children
Soft play centre situated on the promenade. Full of the latest in soft play innovation, it will engage and enthral children of all ages. But it's not just for kids - parents, carers and extended families will love Scallywags too, with it's relaxing café area.
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Scallywags Soft Play Centre
Beach Front PromenadeSoft play centre situated on the promenade. Full of the latest in soft play innovation, it will engage and enthral children of all ages. But it's not just for kids - parents, carers and extended families will love Scallywags too, with it's relaxing café area.