We use cookes to remember your favourite places, provide insights into how the site is being used and assist in our marketing efforts. Privacy policy

Braemar

In Braemar there’s an abundance of well-signposted, low-level walking which makes it a wonderful place for ramblers, who can look out at the many hills which surround the village and enjoy some sustenance in the cafes and restaurants.  It’s a wildlife hot spot and views are often accompanied by the sound of roaring deer stag or sightings of red squirrels and golden eagles.

The mountainous village of Braemar, part of Royal Deeside, is a great base for adventure or relaxation on the SnowRoads. There’s an abundance of well-signposted, low-level walking which makes it a wonderful place for ramblers, who can look out at the many hills which surround the village and enjoy some sustenance in the cafes and restaurants.

It’s a wildlife hot spot and views are often accompanied by the sound of roaring deer stag or sightings of deer, red squirrels and golden eagles.


There is the opportunity to take part in many sporting activities such as playing on Scotland’s highest 18-hole golf course, pony trekking, mountain biking, hang gliding and climbing.  Nearby Glenshee offers the largest ski and snowboard area in Scotland making Braemar a truly year-round destination.


Braemar is rich in history and heritage.  There are two castles in the village - Braemar Castle and the ruins of Kindrochit Castle - built by a medieval king.


On the first week of September each year, the village hosts the Braemar Gathering, widely regarded as the most famous event of its kind in the world.  Members of the royal family regularly attend and can be spotted laughing and enjoying the traditional Scottish games and clapping along to the pipe band and highland dancers.  The Queen’s castle, Balmoral, is in the small hamlet of Crathie and is a fantastic visitor attraction as well as the church the royals attend when they are in the area, Crathie Kirk.

Gallery

Area map

Places of interest

Activities & Attractions

Braemar Mountain Sports

We've got the gear, got the staff, and open everyday. What are you waiting for? Call us or come in and see us and let us make the most of your winter.

Braemar Mountain Sports

We've got the gear, got the staff, and open everyday. What are you waiting for? Call us or come in and see us and let us make the most of your winter.

https://www.braemarmountainsports.com

Email

013397 41242

5 Invercauld Road, AB35 5YP
Braemar
AB35 5YP

Restaurant

Braemar Moorfield House Hotel - Restaurant

We have a simple philosophy to offer exceptional food at reasonable prices in a relaxed and informal restaurant which is also open to the public.All of our meals are prepared to order using the freshest locally sourced ingredients with three... read more

Braemar Moorfield House Hotel - Restaurant

Freshly prepared local produce and ingredients, local Cairngorm Ales and whisky.

https://www.moorfieldhousehotel.com

Email

013397 41244

Chapel Brae
Braemar
AB35 5YT

Shop

Braemar Pharmacy

Traditional Pharmacy dispensing medicines. We have a minor ailment service, so call in and see the pharmacist. Gift shop and newsagents on site. Range of candles and small gifts in our shop in the centre of Braemar.

Braemar Pharmacy

Email

013397 41423

25 Mar Road
Braemar
AB35 5YL

Restaurant

Gordon's Tearoom and Restaurant

Wholesome home cooked food served daily. Varied menu at reasonable prices. Everything from full breakfast to snacks, sandwiches and children's menu. All welcome at Gordon's.

Shop

The Highlander

Highland Emporium in the centre of Braemar. Large selection of jewellery including Celtic Designs, Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Heather Gems. Scottish Gifts, tartans and whiskies. Open all year

Shop

The Horn Shop

Selling selection of items made from stag antler and cow horn. Everythingfrom cheese knives to drinking horns to chandeliers. Come and buy a unique gift and see our craftsmen at work in the shop. Open all Year

Angling, Stalking and Shooting

Invercauld Estate Shooting, Fishing and Walking

Salmon and Sea Trout Fishing The Estate offers first class salmon and sea trout fishing opportunities on the River Dee where you will be accompanied by an experienced fishing ghillie. Bookings can be made by calling this Office on 013397 41224... read more

Arts Venue

Handmade 'n Braemar

DIY Pottery, Tile, Glass and Social Artworking, Painting Studio. Braemar's only indoor activity, creative centre.

Handmade 'n Braemar

Email

07880 801391

Old Bakery
19 Mar Road
Braemar
AB35 5YS

Arts Venue

St Margaret's Trust Braemar

St. Margaret's Braemar is considered to be one of Scotland's finest churches, designed in the late 19th century by renowned Scottish architect Sir John Ninian Comper, and is a monument to Braemar's Victorian heyday, a period of unprecedented... read more

St Margaret's Trust Braemar

St. Margaret's has a beautiful interior with exquisite stained glass windows designed by Sir John Ninian Comper. We also offer an ongoing programme of exhibitions and ticketed live performances so please check our website for details.

https://www.stmargaretsbraemar.org.uk

Email

07553088605

St Margaret's
Glenshee Road
Braemar
AB35 5YP

St Andrew's Kirkyard

St Andrews Chapel is thought to be the earliest dedication to St Andrew in Scotland.  It was located in what is now Braemar’s graveyard at the east of the village near to Braemar Castle.  The first chapel was a small wooden... read more

St Andrew's Kirkyard

This historic kirkyard is said to be the first church in Scotland dedicated to St Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland.

Braemar Kirkyard, Braemar, Scotland