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Balmoral Castle

Located near the Lochnagar Mountain is the world famous Balmoral Castle, home of the Queen and her family.

The castle became a royal residence in 1852 when Queen Victoria and Prince Albert visited the Highlands of Scotland.

Their love of the area saw them have a castle constructed in a neo-Gothic style. Balmoral Castle is the official holiday home for the Queen and her family, and is a fully working estate. If royalty interests you, or you would just like to witness a significant part of British history, then we would recommend a visit to Balmoral Castle.

The Estates Office,
Balmoral Ballater,
Aberdeenshire,
AB35 5TB

Tel: (013397) 42534
Fax: 013397 42034

email: info@balmoralcastle.com

Archaeolink Prehistory Park

The Archaeolink Prehistory Park is a living history experience that focuses on education, interaction and enjoyment. This exciting journey through time allows you to travel 10,000 years in one day, from the Mesolithic era to a Roman Marching Camp. This encompasses both indoor and outdoor activities as well as interactive exhibitions, guided tours and workshops.

The Archaeolink Prehistory Park is situated in the Aberdeenshire countryside close to the Bennachie mountain range, and lies within a varied archeological landscape in the North East of Scotland.

Archaeolink Prehistory Park,
Oyne,
Insch,
Aberdeenshire,
Scotland
AB52 6QP

Tel: 01464 851500
Fax: 01464 851544

e-mail: info@archaeolink.co.uk

Malt Whisky Trail

The famous Scotch Whisky has evolved over more than 500 years to become, what is today, a great pleasure for many people. The original distilleries could be found in areas rich in high quality ingredients such as golden barley, and clear spring water. Many of these can still be found on the Speyside Whisky Trail.

Every distillery to be visited on the tour encompasses its own traditions and welcomes you in its own distinctive way. Visitors are able to sample the product of all these, giving an insight into a centuries old process that still continues to evolve to this day.

There are many different trails to be found on the Malt Whisky Trail website, so why not sample some of Scotlands finest products and be intrigued by the history of one of the worlds most famous beverages?

For more information on the Malt Whisky Trail please contact the Elgin Tourist Information Centre on 01343 542666