How to Find Us
Crathie lies at the heart of Royal Deeside in the Cairngorm National Park. It is situated between the villages of Braemar and Ballater on the A93, approximately 50 miles West of Aberdeen.
Famous for its proximity to Balmoral, Crathie is popular throughout the year with visitors attracted to the wonderful Scottish scenery and local sights. Balmoral Castle, Crathie Kirk and Braemar Highland Gathering are all world famous. There are castles, museums, heritage centres and distilleries to explore as well as the many other outdoor pursuits.
Since Queen Victoria and Prince Albert built Balmoral Castle in the mid 19th century successive members of the Royal Family have escaped from the pressures of public life to this peaceful and beautiful corner of Scotland.
Local Area
Click on the links below to find out more:
- VisitScotland Aberdeen City and Shire
- VisitAberdeen
- Balmoral Castle
- Braemar Gathering
- Ballater
- Braemar
Travel
By Car
If you are traveling from the south and need to break your journey the following is a list of bed and breakfast establishments that are accessible. You will need to get in touch with the owners directly to check availability and suitability. You may also find suitable accommodation on Euan’s Guide
The Fat Lamb Country Inn & Restaurant
Crossbank, Ravenstonedale,
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LL
Telephone: 015396 23242
E- mail: enquiries@thefatlamb.co.uk
The Brackenrigg Inn
Watermillock, Penrith,
Cumbria, CA11 0LP
Telephone: 017684 86206
E-mail: enquiries@brackenrigginn.co.uk
You may also be able to find accessible accommodation at some of the motorway service stations on the way.
Public Transport
By Bus:
Aberdeen to Braemar – Services 201 and 202
Stonehaven to Banchory – Service 103
Inverurie to Aberdeen – Services 10 and 307
To find timetables please go to www.stagecoachbus.com
The bus stop is at the top of the road about 400m from us. The bus-stop is wheelchair accessible but please note that not all buses on this route have wheelchair ramps fitted. For more information please email aberdeen.disabilityhelpdesk@stagecoach.com or phone 01224 597599
By Train:
The nearest stations are:
- Aberdeen, 50 miles
- Stonehaven, 50 miles
- Inverurie, 48 miles
You can find information about accessibility at all stations in the UK on the following websites: Trainline and www.nationalrail.co.uk
For further information about public transport: www.traveline.info and www.omio.co.uk
