Estate agents in Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire projects eastward into the North Sea and encompasses coastal lowlands in the north and east and part of the Grampian Mountains in the west. Aberdeenshire covers an area of 2,428 square miles, which equates to 8% of Scotland’s overall territory, with a population of around 260,000.

Although Aberdeenshire lies north of the Highland boundary fault, it mainly comprises an agricultural lowland drained by rivers that generally flow east. The land is in the rain shadow of the Grampians, resulting in a generally dry climate with parts of the coast receiving less than 25 inches of rainfall annually. Temperatures are mild for the latitude, but exposure to cold winds from the north and east produces winters that are harsh by British standards.

The economy rests on a mix of agriculture, fishing, industry, and services. Agriculturally, it is best known for providing a significant portion of Scotland’s beef herd, and Peterhead and Fraserburgh are among the most important fishing ports in the United Kingdom, but North Sea oil is probably the single most important economic activity in Aberdeenshire. Pipelines bring oil ashore at Peterhead and St. Fergus, and the production of goods and services for the oil industry is important in other parts of the area. 

Aberdeen city is the historic county town and administrative centre of Aberdeenshire. With the recent addition of Aberdeen South Harbour, visitors to Aberdeen may come from far and wide on Cruise ship stop-overs, to sample the hospitality and culture of The Granite City. A ferry service runs regularly from the City Quay to Orkney and Shetland. The city is home to Robert Gordon University and the University of Aberdeen which attract students from around the globe.

Close to many majestic castles, Inverurie is lovingly known as the ‘Heart of the Garioch’ and the town itself is swamped in history. The remains of the medieval Kinkell Church still lie here and only five miles from Inverurie you will find the battlefield of the first ever fight on Scottish soil, Mons Grampius. The site is where the Romans defeated the Picts in 84 AD. Inverurie is similarly only a short distance from popular range of hills, Bennachie. The hills, especially the Mither Tap, are not only treasured by local hillwalkers but by visitors wishing to take in the panorama of Aberdeenshire’s vast countryside. The town is also well-known for hosting an event with a difference. The Thainstone Mart takes place here and remains one of Europe's largest livestock sales.

Cruden Bay is a firm favourite with tourists thanks to its big skies and wide horizons. An undiscovered sandy white beach, crystal clear waters and quaint fishing harbour make it a place of splendour. The panoramic views across the coast and of Slains Castle in the distance, will take anyone’s breath away. Dramatic Slains Castle tells its own story of historic importance, Bram Stoker stayed near Slains and it is said that it is here he conceived ‘Dracula’.

Over two days, each summer, the town of Portsoy stages the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival welcoming thousands of visitors every year! It places special emphasis on boat building, restoration and sailing, but it also showcases a wide range of arts, crafts, music and food.

Speyside is whisky heaven! By far the largest (by number of distilleries) and arguably the most famous of Scotland's whisky regions, this breathtaking area sits in a fertile valley of rivers and secluded glens and is home to over half of Scotland's distilleries.

Balmoral Castle, the Scottish Highland residence of the British royal family, stands amid the Grampians in western Aberdeenshire. Lochnagar, a mountain in the Grampian Mountains, lies within Balmoral Estate.