Banchory
Settlement in Kincardineshire
Scotland
Banchory
Banchory is a small town located in the Kincardineshire region of Scotland. Situated on the banks of the River Dee, it lies approximately 18 miles west of Aberdeen. Known for its picturesque surroundings, Banchory is nestled amidst rolling hills and wooded landscapes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
The town boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. Banchory Castle, a historic building that dates back to the 17th century, serves as a reminder of the area's past. The town also has a strong agricultural heritage, with farming playing a significant role in its economy.
Banchory offers a range of amenities and attractions for residents and visitors alike. The town center features a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes, providing ample opportunities for shopping and dining. Additionally, Banchory is home to several parks and green spaces, including the popular Bell Wood and Scolty Hill, offering opportunities for walking, cycling, and picnicking.
The town hosts a number of events throughout the year, including the Banchory Show, a traditional agricultural show that showcases local livestock and farming practices. Banchory also has a vibrant arts scene, with venues such as the Woodend Barn hosting performances, exhibitions, and workshops.
Overall, Banchory offers a charming and tranquil setting, with its natural beauty and historical attractions making it an appealing destination for both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful escape in the Scottish countryside.
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Banchory Images
Images are sourced within 2km of 57.051522/-2.504941 or Grid Reference NO6995. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.
Light the North trail
The Light the North lighthouse trail took people on a cultural tour of the north-east of Scotland, including Moray, Orkney and Shetland. Visitors discovered over 45 lighthouse sculptures designed and created by some of the area’s most talented artists.
The trail raised awareness and funds for the most significant cancer support charity in the region, CLAN Cancer Support. The charity shined a light of hope in the dark for anyone affected by cancer.
Mount Street, Banchory, near Aberdeen
Mount Street is a narrow street in the town of Banchory, near Aberdeen.
Pictish Hare
Art Trail
Hare, there and everywhere!
Clan Cancer Support, the north-east’s leading cancer support charity, has partnered with Wild in Art once again to bring an exciting new art trail to the north-east, Moray, Orkney and Shetland.
The Big Hop Trail will take the public on another cultural tour of the north-east and the islands from July to September 2023, with hare sculptures designed and created by some of the country’s most talented artists.
The trail coincides with Clan’s 40th anniversary, with the 40 hares being the focal point to celebrate the charity’s commitment to supporting people affected by cancer.
We chose the hare sculpture as they are an indigenous animal found in all parts of Clan’s geography. Much like our clients during their cancer journey, hares have to navigate rough and difficult terrain in order to survive. They are also adaptable, like our services team who deliver support to anyone affected by cancer. Most importantly, hares have incredible hearing. What better way to depict our lifeline listening and support service and the importance of being heard?
Bridge over the River Dee, Banchory
As seen from the riverside path to the south of Banchory Golf course
Council Offices and carpark, Banchory
With St Ternan's Episcopal Church and the cenotaph to the right.
High Street, Banchory
Looking eastwards from its junction with Mount Street, and with Burnett Arms Hotel on the left.
James Scott Skinner memorial plaque, Banchory
'The Strathspey King' was born near this spot on 15th August 1843.
A chemist's shop on Bachory High Street (2003)
Trading as 'Charles Michie', with a symbolic brass mortar and pestle mounted on the wall above the shop window.
Banchory - Orvis Country Clothing Store
Bridge Street junction with Dee Street near the River Dee
Banchory is located at Grid Ref: NO6995 (Lat: 57.051522, Lng: -2.504941)
Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire
Police Authority: North East
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Nearby Amenities
Located within 500m of 57.051522,-2.504941Banchory
Name Gd: Beannchar
Name Sco: Banchry
Place: town
Population: 7440
Source: survey
Wikidata: Q806177
Wikipedia: en:Banchory
Lat/Long: 57.0513874/-2.5044583
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Check Date: 2021-12-12
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00, Sa 07:00
Manufacturer: Carron Company
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: AB31 540
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.050522/-2.5017815
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 12
Covered: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0505573/-2.5018258
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Check Date: 2022-07-14
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Manufacturer: Machan
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_m
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: AB31 375
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.0517151/-2.497418
Post Office
Banchory Post Office
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Housenumber: 37
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TJ
Addr Street: High Street
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Check Date: 2023-09-27
Opening Hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-17:30
Operator: Co-op Food
Ref Pol Id: 22711
Source: OS OpenData StreetView, Local Knowledge
Lat/Long: 57.051496/-2.5037349
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Capacity: 6
Covered: no
Lat/Long: 57.0513496/-2.5023874
Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Category B
Lat/Long: 57.051354/-2.5024276
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Check Date: 2021-08-16
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Manufacturer: WT Allen
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_b
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: AB31 228
Royal Cypher: VR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102356
Source: Street Walking;survey
Lat/Long: 57.0519484/-2.5091608
Captain's Wood
Leaf Cycle: semi_deciduous
Natural: wood
Lat/Long: 57.0546156/-2.5043086
Vending Machine
Check Date: 2022-05-15
Vending: parking_tickets
Lat/Long: 57.0504544/-2.5010433
Eyewise Optometrists
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Housename: Eyewise Optometrists
Addr Housenumber: 31
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TD
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: optician
Lat/Long: 57.0514799/-2.5041363
Gordon Highlander's War Memorial
Historic: memorial
Inscription: To the honour of the VII Battalion Gordon Highlanders & in proud remembrance of the seven hundred & eight officers and men who gave their lives in the service of their King & Country in the Great War 1914 - 1919
Material: stone
Memorial: war_memorial
Lat/Long: 57.0517662/-2.5108193
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside Taylors of Banchory
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Level: 0
Opening Hours: 24/7
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0514273/-2.503404
Historic: memorial
Inscription: Dr Francis Adams
Memorial: stone
Lat/Long: 57.0505988/-2.5019029
Atm
Brand: cash zone
Check Date: 2022-03-26
Fee: no
Lat/Long: 57.0514491/-2.5037634
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Check Date: 2022-06-20
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:30; Sa 12:30; Su off
Manufacturer: Machan
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_a
Post Box Type: pillar
Ref: AB31 539
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.0514475/-2.5037949
Fast Food
The Olive Tree
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Postcode: AB31 5ST
Addr Street: Dee Street
Cuisine: turkish
Fhrs Authority: Aberdeenshire
Fhrs Id: [previous:1004177]
Fhrs Local Authority Id: [previous:70210]
Lat/Long: 57.0507461/-2.502442
Continental Cream
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Housenumber: 14
Addr Postcode: AB31 5ST
Addr Street: Dee Street
Craft: confectionery
Cuisine: ice_cream
Fhrs Authority: Aberdeenshire
Fhrs Id: 139022
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 7434
Phone: +441330825733
Website: https://www.continentalcream.com/
Lat/Long: 57.0506275/-2.5023117
Cafe
The Chatterbox
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Housenumber: 12
Addr Postcode: AB31 5ST
Addr Street: Dee Street
Fhrs Authority: Aberdeenshire
Fhrs Id: 139025
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 7435
Lat/Long: 57.05069/-2.5023803
Pharmacy
Charles Michies Pharmacy
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TJ
Lat/Long: 57.0513782/-2.5025117
Pharmacy
Davidsons Chemists
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TJ
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 57.0513931/-2.5027183
Restaurant
Derbar Indian Restaurant
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Housenumber: 75
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TJ
Addr Street: High Street
Cuisine: indian
Fhrs Authority: Aberdeenshire
Fhrs Id: 150208
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 9765
Smoking: outside
Takeaway: yes
Lat/Long: 57.051313/-2.5016426
Brian Smith Funeral Services
Shop: funeral_directors
Lat/Long: 57.0519416/-2.5065726
Bus Stop
Dee Street
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630040161
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Dee Street
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Dee Street
Naptan NaptanCode: 23624537
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23624537
Shelter: yes
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 57.0511681/-2.5004431
Bus Stop
Mount Street
Bench: yes
Bin: yes
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630040172
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Mount Street
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Mount Street
Naptan NaptanCode: 23624525
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23624525
Shelter: yes
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 57.051399/-2.505096
Bus Stop
Mount Street
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630040171
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Mount Street
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan Landmark: Mount Street
Naptan NaptanCode: 23624528
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23624528
Shelter: yes
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 57.0514743/-2.5044636
Bus Stop
The Square
Bench: yes
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630040181
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: The Square
Naptan Indicator: SE bound
Naptan Landmark: The Square
Naptan NaptanCode: 23624397
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23624397
Shelter: yes
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 57.0517272/-2.5072793
Waste Basket
Operator: Aberdeenshire Council
Lat/Long: 57.0506364/-2.4994176
20Twenty Store
Opening Hours: Tu-Sa 10:00-18:00
Operator: 20Twenty
Phone: +44 1330 828562
Service Bicycle Bicycle Sales And Service: yes
Service Bicycle Bicycle: yes
Service Bicycle Chain Tool: yes
Service Bicycle Clothing: yes
Service Bicycle Dealer: yes
Service Bicycle Mtb: yes
Service Bicycle Parts: yes
Service Bicycle Pump: yes
Service Bicycle Repair: yes
Service Bicycle Retail: yes
Service Bicycle Service: yes
Service Bicycle Tools: yes
Shop: bicycle
Website: https://20twentystore.com/
Lat/Long: 57.0508562/-2.5032661
Atm
Bank of Scotland
Brand: Bank of Scotland
Brand Wikidata: Q627381
Brand Wikipedia: en:Bank of Scotland
Operator: Bank of Scotland
Operator Wikidata: Q627381
Lat/Long: 57.0512496/-2.5032359
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Check Date: 2022-07-14
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off
Manufacturer: Machan
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: AB31 434
Royal Cypher: scottish_crown
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 57.0550314/-2.5033154
The Strong Water Co.
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 78
Addr Postcode: AB31 5SS
Addr Street: High Street
Fhrs Authority: Aberdeenshire
Fhrs Id: 1207085
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 71592
Shop: alcohol
Lat/Long: 57.0512185/-2.5027972
Cafe
Birdhouse Cafe
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 74
Addr Postcode: AB31 5SS
Addr Street: High Street
Fhrs Authority: Aberdeenshire
Fhrs Id: 584581
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 7480
Lat/Long: 57.0512299/-2.5029365
Cancer Research UK
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: AB31 5SS
Addr Street: High Street
Brand: Cancer Research UK
Brand Wikidata: Q326079
Shop: charity
Lat/Long: 57.051253/-2.5034455
Sunoholic
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: AB31 5SS
Addr Street: High Street
Beauty: tanning
Shop: beauty
Lat/Long: 57.0512709/-2.5038202
Cafe
The Liberty Kitchen
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 52
Addr Postcode: AB31 5SS
Addr Street: High Street
Lat/Long: 57.0512797/-2.5039436
Banchory Home Store
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: AB31 5SR
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: general
Lat/Long: 57.0513019/-2.5042183
Fish in Banchory
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TD
Shop: seafood
Lat/Long: 57.0514874/-2.5043
Rosie's Florist
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TJ
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: florist
Lat/Long: 57.0514481/-2.5035431
TaxAssist Accountants
Brand: TaxAssist Accountants
Brand Wikidata: Q122459380
Office: accountant
Lat/Long: 57.0514015/-2.5028657
Raeburn Christie Clark & Wallace
Office: estate_agent
Lat/Long: 57.0513294/-2.5018947
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
Shop: charity
Lat/Long: 57.0503627/-2.5024183
Bus Stop
Rosehill Crescent
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630045885
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Rosehill Crescent
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan Landmark: Rosehill Crescent
Naptan NaptanCode: 23629394
Naptan Street: Mount Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23629394
Lat/Long: 57.05367/-2.506182
Bus Stop
Corsee Hill
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630045884
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Corsee Hill
Naptan Indicator: opp
Naptan Landmark: Corsee Hill
Naptan NaptanCode: 23629376
Naptan Street: Burnett Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23629376
Lat/Long: 57.054973/-2.508885
Bus Stop
Corsee Hill
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630045881
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Corsee Hill
Naptan Indicator: opp and after
Naptan Landmark: Corsee Hill
Naptan NaptanCode: 23629368
Naptan Street: Corsee Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23629368
Lat/Long: 57.053649/-2.511423
Bus Stop
Corsee Road
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630040191
Naptan Bearing: E
Naptan CommonName: Corsee Road
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan Landmark: Corsee Road
Naptan NaptanCode: 23624394
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Passenger Information Display: yes
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23624394
Shelter: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 57.0519483/-2.5092172
Bus Stop
The Square
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630040182
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: The Square
Naptan Indicator: NW bound
Naptan Landmark: The Square
Naptan NaptanCode: 23624395
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Passenger Information Display: yes
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23624395
Shelter: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 57.051756/-2.508694
Bus Stop
Dee Street
Bench: no
Bin: no
Bus: yes
Lit: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 630040162
Naptan Bearing: W
Naptan CommonName: Dee Street
Naptan Indicator: at
Naptan Landmark: Dee Street
Naptan NaptanCode: 23624539
Naptan Street: High Street
Naptan Verified: no
Passenger Information Display: yes
Public Transport: platform
Ref: 23624539
Shelter: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 57.0511147/-2.5009826
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0537841/-2.5069602
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0542873/-2.5068026
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0523815/-2.5065929
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0526677/-2.5028158
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0526767/-2.503601
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0519757/-2.5002867
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 57.051295/-2.5027057
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0512446/-2.5019532
Crossing
Button Operated: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Traffic Signals Sound: yes
Traffic Signals Vibration: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0511812/-2.5024132
Copper & Grey
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 16
Addr Postcode: AB31 5SR
Addr Street: High Street
Contact Website: https://coppergreygifts.com
Shop: gift
Lat/Long: 57.0514843/-2.5060103
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: no
Tactile Paving: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0516618/-2.5076052
Addr City: Banchory
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: AB31 5TJ
Addr Street: High Street
Shop: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0514419/-2.503446
Dentist
Deeside Dental Care
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 08:00-12:30, 13:00-17:00
Phone: +44 1330 822788
Website: https://deesidedentalcare.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 57.0513902/-2.5022104
Hughes Macdonald & Davidson
Shop: optician
Lat/Long: 57.0513229/-2.5017588
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: small_installation
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 57.0509894/-2.4989589
Dee Street
Addr Housenumber: 9
Addr Street: Dee Street
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0485796/-2.5008107
Addr Housenumber: 6,7,8
Addr Street: Dee Street
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0486671/-2.5008309
Addr Housenumber: 10
Addr Street: Dee Street
Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 57.0485384/-2.5008683
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