Things to do and how to find us.
Transformed into a country house hotel in Inverurie: “Quod petis hic est!
There are plenty of things to do in the Inverurie and Aberdeen area when you stay with us.
Thainstone House lies comfortably close to Inverurie, with easy access to Aberdeen, its international airport, mainline train station and P&J Live Conference Centre. The sheer breadth and variety of countryside, from rivers to mountains to glens, attracts year-round adventurers and explorers for walks, hikes, bike tours, country pursuits, and wildlife safaris.
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Castle Fraser
Nearly 400 years old, Castle Fraser still holds family heirlooms, including portraits of Fraser's past. This quirky castle contains secret passageways, hidden stairwells, and family stories for visitors to explore.
Easter Aquhorthies Circle
Erected over 4000 years ago, these stones are thought to have been chosen for their peculiar colours. All of which are of a pink porphyry aside from one of red jasper. No one is quite sure why these stones, or most of the other standing stones across Scotland, were raised, but they have made tourists ponder such for thousands of years.
Glen Garioch Distillery
Take a tour of one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland. Glen Garioch Distillery has been crafting small batches of whiskey from local Aberdeenshire grain in Oldmeldrum since 1797. Be sure to check operating hours depending on when you are visiting to ensure that you have time to pop in to explore the distillery or purchase a bottle for a special souvenir.
Sights
There is so much to discover in Inverurie and the Aberdeenshire countryside, including 19 castles, stately homes and ruins which sit on Aberdeenshire’s Castle Trail, historical sights, whisky trails and much more.
Some of our top tips within Argyll:
Castles in and around Inverurie
Aberdeen Whisky Trail
Shopping in Inverurie
Aberdeen City Centre
Ancient Stone Circles
Country Pursuits
Golf
Thainstone House offers guests the ideal opportunity to experience Scottish golfing at its best with a short golf break or bespoke luxury golf vacation. Parkland and links courses offer golfers a choice of challenges at renowned as well as local 18-hole courses.
Golf courses nearby Thainstone House:
Inverurie Golf Club
Kemney Golf Club
Murcar Links
Royal Aberdeen
Trump International Golf Links
Walks In The Area
Thainstone House is the perfect base for a variety of walks, from coastal and country strolls to thrilling hikes.
Some of our top tips of local walks:
The Complete Bennachie: 16.75km / 6-7 hours.
Mither Tap (Bennachie): 6km / 2-3 hours
Colony Trail (Bennachie): 4km / 2.30-3 hours
Kemnay - Fetternear - Cot Town Circular: 7km / 1.30-2 hours
Aberdeen City Centre Walking Tour
Aberdeen
Famously known as the Granite City due to the buildings and monuments made from the sparkling stone, Aberdeen is a diverse city with beaches, golf courses, museums, galleries and shopping. For those attending events, the P&J Live exhibition centre is located on the west side of the city, next to Aberdeen Airport and en-route to Thainstone House.
Some of our top tips:
Shopping
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Provost Skene's House
Cosy up and settle in for a good read.
Whether you have a taste for fine dining or a passion for the great outdoors, we've collected some of Britain's best experiences to help you start your story.
Directions to Thainstone House
Thainstone House is easily reached by rail, road and air. Located on the A96, main Inverness Road, Thainstone is clearly sign-posted approximately 12 miles north from Aberdeen Airport, on the outskirts of Inverurie town centre. Inverurie railway station is a little over 1.5 miles away and by bus, the No. 10 and 37 services from Aberdeen and Inverness, stop outside the main gates of the hotel property.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Inverurie is perfectly situated just to the east of the highland to the Scottish Highlands in Aberdeenshire.
Yes. The quaint town of Inverurie is a popular destination amongst tourists looking for a base to explore Aberdeenshire, yet also remaining close enough to the buzz of city life. With an abundance of majestic castles and historic attractions, Inverurie is lovingly known as the “Heart of the Garioch”.
Our gorgeous boutique hotel is only 6 miles (just over 10 minutes drive) from the enchanting Castle Fraser.
Aberdeenshire is known for its 165 miles of stunning coastline, quaint towns and beautiful historic attractions, including as much as 263 castles. Aberdeen itself is known for its record number of whisky distilleries, offering Scottish whisky rich in quality and history.
