Geocaching Participating Businesses –
Bonus stamps available from any of the following for every £10.00 spend…..
Drum Castle (Nearest Cache - GC5XQH9)
Drum is one Scotland’s oldest tower houses and is set beside an
ancient oak woodland and a walled garden that contains a fine
collection of historic roses which perfume the air. Enjoy collecting
the caches laid around the grounds on their mini-trail leading off
ERD Cache GC5XQH9 Bonus stamps available for visiting the castle,
shop or tea-room. Please keep your receipts and present them at
the shop before departure to collect your stamps
www.nts.org.uk/Property/Drum-Castle-Garden-and-Estate
Tel - 01330 700334
Milton of Crathes (Nearest Cache – GC5XQRH)
A charming courtyard complex of restaurant, shops and gallery.
Park here to reach ERD Cache GC5XQRH and take advantage of
being able to collect bonus stamps at any of the lovely outlets.
These include, The Milton Brasserie – open for lunch, dinner or
coffee and cake - Atholl Countrywear, Rustiques gift shop, the Wee
Boorachie craft outlet and the Milton Art Gallery.
www.miltonbrasserie.com Tel - 01330 844566
Crathes Castle (Nearest Cache –GC5XQRH)
Crathes Castle and Gardens combine an enchanting 16th-century
tower house with 240 hectares of formal gardens, woodland walks
and rolling Scottish countryside. Enjoy adding to your Deeside
cache count by completing the mini trail around the grounds
leading from ERD Cache GC5XQRH. Bonus stamps available for
visiting the castle, shop or tea-room. Please keep your receipts and
present them at the shop before departure to collect your stamps.
www.nts.org.uk/Property/Crathes-Castle-Garden-and-Estate
Tel - 01330 844545
Buchanans Bistro (Nearest ERDGT Cache – GC5VBNZ)
Open 7 days a week from 9am, Buchanans Bistro is a wonderful ,
informal place to rest up, have coffee, cake, lunch or dinner and
draw breath before hitting the ERD trail again. Serving fresh, locally
sourced, organic and healthy food and delicious home baking. FREE
WIFI
www.buchananfood.com Tel - 01330 826530
Banchory Lodge Hotel (Nearest ERDGT Cache – GC5VBNZ)
A beautiful Georgian mansion set amidst lush tree-lined gardens on the
banks of the River Dee and just off the Deeside Way, offering breath
taking garden and river views from the hotel windows and an outdoor
terrace. In addition to being on the ERD trail, the hotel is perfectly
placed for a fabulous Harry Potter themed trail around Scolty Hill.
Bonus stamps available here for overnight accommodation, lunch or
dinner spend. FREE WIFI
www.banchorylodge.com Tel - 01330 822625
The Pine Cone Self Catering Accommodation (Nearest Cache – GC5WBPY)
The Pine Cone is a lovely self-catering retreat for 2 people just outside
Banchory. Only 80 steps from the Deeside Way, you can venture from
your accommodation to the walkway in moments and head either East
or West to pick up an ERD box. The Harry Potter Trail up Scolty Hill also
readily accessible. FREE WIFI
www.pineconeatpinelodge.com Tel - 01330 824565
The Butterworth Gallery (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5WBPY)
The friendly and welcoming Butterworth Gallery in Ballogie is a family
run attraction selling artwork, prints and gifts from renowned local
artists Howard and Mary. Extend your ERD adventure into the Ballogie
mini-trail coming soon and stop off her to pick up bonus stamps on any
purchase. FREE WIFI available in what is thought to be the smallest
internet café in Scotland! Come and see us to find out more!
www.thebutterworthgallery.com Tel - 013398 86104
Deeside Activity Park, Farm Shop and Restaurant (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5VTRE)
Only 45 minutes from the centre of Aberdeen we offer activities ranging
from quad biking round our mud-splattered course and kart racing on
our asphalt racing circuit, to hitting the bullseye on our fully automatic
archery range and breaking a clay at our clay shooting facility. In
addition, we also offer 4×4 off-road driving in our Landrover Defender
110’s or come and do some rifle target shooting amongst others. Come
and see us! Open seven days a week from 9.00 a.m. until to 5.00 p.m. all
year round. FREE WIFI
www.deesideactivitypark.com Tel - 013398 83536
Craigievar Castle (Nearest ERD Cache –GC4CCJD)
This fairytale castle stands just as it did when completed in 1626.
Surrounding the castle are extensive parkland grounds with two
waymarked walks, a small Victorian kitchen garden and a Scottish glen
garden. The large estate features woodland, parkland with magnificent
specimen trees, and farmland with extensive views over the surrounding
countryside to Bennachie A mini trail around the grounds is just one of the
many reasons to visit.
www.nts.org.uk/Property/Craigievar-Castle Tel - 013398 83635
Belwade Farm Visitor Centre and Restaurant (Nearest ERD Cache –GC5XM96)
World Horse Welfare Belwade Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre
near Aboyne is in the heart of the dramatic rolling countryside of
Royal Deeside. Home to around 65 once-abused or neglected horses
at various stages of their rehabilitation, the charity is dedicated to
rescuing and rehoming these magnificent animals. With its awardwinning Visitor Centre and Bistro, Belwade Farm is Aberdeenshire’s
hidden jewel and a truly memorable place to visit. While here be
sure to complete the cache mini-trail – a further 4 to collect.
www.worldhorsewelfare.org Tel - 013398 85398
Hilltrek (Nearest ERD Cache –GC5HZNR)
We are an outdoor shop with a difference - we make our own
clothing. Our own Hilltrek brand uses unique combinations of fabrics
and is sold around the world.In our shop we sell leading brands of
clothing and equipment specialising in Paramo. For the Geocacher
we also offer FREE WIFI access and our own bike rack to leave your
bike
www.hilltrek.co.uk Tel - 013398 86062
Strachans of Royal Deeside, Aboyne (Nearest ERD Cache –GC5HZNR)
Located in the heart of Aboyne, Strachans is a veritable Aladdin’s
Cave of goodies and will almost certainly stock anything that you
might require for a day out in the country. Interesting swaps can be
sourced from any aisle as well as all the makings of a delicious picnic
from the well-stocked deli counter. With one of the finest selections
of malts in the North East, you are bound to find the perfect bottle
for a celebratory dram having completed the ERD passport.
www.georgestrachanltd.co.uk Tel - 013398 86121
Glen Tanar Estate (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5PBAZ / GC5PC3J)
Come to Glen Tanar and walk along the Old Pines path to locate
geocaches. This walk takes you into the heart of Glen Tanar’s
magnificent forest, via the Chapel of St Lesmo, Knockie Viewpoint
and over two old granite bridges. You are never far away from the
sparkling Water of Tanar. A beautiful walk that is approximately 5
miles long. We also have a range of luxury self-catering holiday
cottages to rent and many great activities to book for all to enjoy
including fishing, walking & Land Rover Safaris.
www.glentanar.co.uk Tel – 013398 86451
Loch Kinord Hotel (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5FBWA)
This Victorian Hotel, in the Heart of Royal Deeside, is located in the
wee village of Dinnet between Aboyne and Ballater. Overlooking
the Deeside Way and the Muir of Dinnet Nature Reserve, this is the
perfect location for picking up the Geotour or bagging the Narnia
series around Loch Kinord. A great place to stop for light lunches,
tea & scones, a whisky by the open fire or an evening of fine dining
in our restaurant. Also offering a range of quality accommodation
including 19 cosy bedrooms and 7 self catering lodges.
www.lochkinord.com Tel – 013398 85229
Harvey Cottage (Nearest ERDGT Cache – GC47E93)
Cosy and comfortable self catering accommodation for up to 4
people. Located in Dinnet – half way along the ERD trail. Outdoor
clematis clad outdoor space for summer dining and wood burning
stove for winter nights. Short breaks available at certain times of
year FREE WIFI
www.glendavanhouse.com/selfcatering Tel - 013398 81610
Glendavan House (Nearest ERD Cache – GC47E93)
5* Gold Bed and Breakfast accommodation in luxury suites of
rooms complete with open fires. An excellent place to base
yourselves for a spot of geocaching in Deeside – 3 miles from the
Deeside Way and the Loch Kinord Narnia trail from the doorstep.
FREE WIFI
www.glendavanhouse.com Tel - 013398 81610
Cairngorm Lodges (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5HZV6
Just 5 luxury self-catering eco lodges set in the heart of a Scots
pine forest adjacent to a beautiful tranquil lochan. The ultimate
retreat; use as a base to explore the great outdoors of Royal
Deeside. Sleeping 4, each lodge is equipped to a high standard and
includes a wood burning stove to ensure a cosy stay.
www.cairngormlodges.com Tel Pets
- 07583
are436040
most welcome.
Riverside Cottage Café (Nearest ERD Cache – GC47E93)
Riverside Cottage is focused on providing a high-quality service
and excellent food. We use only the best of locally sourced
produce and offer a variety of breakfast and lunch options
whether it is for someone on-the-go, or a group wanting to sit in
and relax. Enjoy ice cream, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and delicious
cake in the beautiful surroundings of Riverside Cottage, accessible
from the Deeside Way – ideally located for the ERD and mini trails
leading around the Cambus O’May
www.riversidecottagecafe.co.uk Tel - 013397 55126
Ballater Caravan Park (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5WC40)
Located in the lovely town of Ballater, the Caravan Park caters for
touring caravans, motorhomes and camping. It offers a range of
facilities but there are many more to be found within walking
distance. The town centre is just half a mile away and the golf
course even nearer! It is an excellent base for exploring the
Cairngorms National Park and Royal Deeside and would make an
excellent base for taking in the ERD Geotour. FREE WIFI
www.ballatercaravanpark.com Tel - 013397 55727
Cycle Highlands (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5VV33)
Cyclehighlands is Aberdeenshire’s leading cycle centre with bike
hire and mountain bike guides available. We are also Scotland’s
number one dealer for Santa Cruz with demo bikes available all
year round. Advance booking required.
www.cyclehighlands.com Tel - 013397 55864
Strachans of Royal Deeside, Ballater (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5VV33)
Purveyor of fine wines, whiskies and speciality foods, Strachans
can be found in the heart of the village next to the Green. The
ideal stop to stock up on picnic foods or stores for an evening
meal.
www.georgestrachanltd.co.uk Tel - 013397 55452
Maggies (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5VV33)
Coming soon…… A new restaurant in the heart of Ballater serving
breakfast, lunch and early dinners. All food will be freshly baked
and made using the finest of local produce and designed to offer
something a little bit different. Due to open end July 2015. More
details to follow soon
Website and Phone number coming soon
Braemar Castle (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5XQJC)
The little castle with the big history! Built 1628 as a hunting lodge
for the Earls of Mar, the castle was instrumental in the Jacobite
Uprisings before being converted into an army barracks. The
Farquharsons turned the castle into a home and it’s now run by
the local community as a visitor attraction. Guided or audio tours.
FREE WIFI
www.braemarcastle.co.uk Tel - 013397 41219
Mar Lodge (Nearest ERD Cache – GC5XQJC)
Offering a range of self-catering accommodation from Base camp
budget accommodation to luxury apartments and lodges, Mar
Lodge is a remarkable hunting lodge in outstanding surroundings.
Located just west of Braemar at the Linn of Dee, this is the perfect
retreat and ideal for exploring the wild beauty of the Cairngorms
National Park and the cache trails of ERD and Braemar.
www.nts.org.uk/property/mar-lodge-estate Tel - 013397 20163
(Nearest ERD Cache – GC5WBPY)
Inchmarlo Golf Resort
www.inchmarlo-golf.com
Located just outside Banchory, Inchmarlo Golf Resort is open 7
days a week from 9am-6pm (4pm Sat and Sun) and offers
visitors and members the opportunity to play the attractive
9-hole Queen’s Course and improve your game with excellent
teaching and practice facilities on the driving range. The family
friendly ‘Tee Room’ restaurant is open to all and provides food
all day. Accommodation is also available in 2 or 3 bedroom
self-catering villas. Passport stamps available for every £10
spend, including in the pro-shop.
Tel - 01330 827080
Geocaching Participating Businesses –
Bonus stamps available from any of the following for every £10.00 spend…..
(Nearest Cache - GC5XQH9)
Mains of Drum Garden Centre
The Mains Of Drum is Scotland’s only 5* Garden Centre & is a
fabulous place to stop for a bite to eat or some retail therapy
before or after a day of caching on the Deeside Way. Its restaurant is open all day & serves delicious meals & home bakes.
Alternatively, pick up a picnic from its food hall to enjoy on the
move. Please keep your receipts & present them at the
customer service desk before departure to collect your stamps.
www.mainsofdrum.co.uk
Tel - 01330 700334
The Keiller Brasserie and Lounge
(Nearest Cache - GC5VV33)
The popular Keiller Brasserie and Lounge are named after the
Keillers of Dundee who built the main house in 1891. They form
part of the facilities for Hilton Grand Vacations Club at
Craigendarroch just outside Ballater in Royal Deeside. Savour
traditional and modern cuisine, uniquely prepared with delicious
ingredients in relaxed comfort and elegance, for exceptional
value. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, dinner or afternoon tea. Open
to non-residents year round, serving daily from 8.00am – 9.30pm
last orders. Specialty Coffee, Handmade Cakes & Pastries, Lite
Bites & Nibbles, Hearty Sandwiches, Steaks, Salmon & Savoury
Grills, Delicious Desserts, Craigendarroch Favourites, Sunday
Lunches, Afternoon Tea. Reservations are highly recommended
for the Keiller Brasserie but no reservation is required in our
Keiller Lounge. Please visit: http://book.resdiary.com, search
Ballater and select Keiller Brasserie. Passport stamps can be
obtained from our LivingWell reception desk. FREE WIFI
/www.higvc.co.uk/resorts/scotland/craigendarroch
Tel - 013397 55858
The Glen Lui Hotel and Restaurant
(Nearest ERD Cache – GC5WC40)
At the Glen Lui Hotel there are 19 bedrooms along with a Restaurant
and Whisky Bar. A token operated launderette with drying facilities,
under cover storage facilities for bikes together with fishing rod and
golf bag storage is available to the rear of the building.
Storage facilities for bikes together with fishing rod and golf bag
storage is available to the rear of the building.
We also have two Electric Bicycles for hire on the premises.
FREE WIFI
www.glen-lui-hotel.co.uk
Tel :- 013397 55402