Things to do in Aberdeenshire this Easter holidays
11th Apr, 2023Running out of ideas to keep the kids occupied this Easter holidays? Take a look at the number of free or inexpensive ways to see through the last of the school holidays in Aberdeenshire...
Peterhead Prison
Take a tour of the prison and look back at 125 worth of turbulent history inside 'Scotland's toughest jail'
£11 - Adults 16-59
£6.50 - Children ages 6-16 (ages 0-5 free)
£25 - Family 2 adults (ages 16-59) and 2 children (ages 6-16)
£9 - Seniors/Concessions aged 60+
Beach Walks
From Newburgh, Stonehaven to Fraserburgh, there are lots of beaches to choose for those willing to wrap up this time of the year!
Pitmedden Garden
Free to join, get the children involved with the Pitmedden Garden scavenger trail and bug hunt, or check out the nature hut and see if you can spot the fantastic five: Tawny owl, Marmalade hoverfly, Honey bee, Spotted flycatcher and the fox.
Haddo House
Walk around the beautiful grounds for free or take a look inside the home of the story-rich Gordon family, who lived here for more than 400 years.
£15 - Adults
£12 - Concession
£35 - Family
£30 - One adult family
Barra Berries
Whether you're after a bite to eat, or simply some homemade delicious ice cream, Barra Berries is the place to go. With strawberries grown right there on the farm, this family-run business is loved by many locals.
Macduff Marine Aquarium
The Moray Firth is a haven for wildlife and at Macduff Marine Aquarium you will come face to face with all kinds of sea creatures that live beneath the steely blue Moray Firth waters.
£8.60 - Adult
£3.45 - Child (aged 3-4, under 3s go free)
£5.20 - Child (aged 5-15)
£7.10 - Senior
£24.90 - Family (2 adults, 2 children)
Hoodles
Hoodles award-winning Playbarn and Coffee Shop offers a unique, fun play experience for children while their parents and carers relax, chat and enjoy our delicious home-made cakes, breakfasts, brunches, lunches and snacks.
Located on the outskirts of Oldmeldrum, Aberdeenshire, Hoodles has something for everyone rain or shine!
The Grampian Transport Museum
Located in the rural village of Alford, just 25 miles from Aberdeen, our award-winning Grampian Transport Museum boasts an impressive range of transport exhibits, from travelling chariots of the 1800’s to some of the fastest cars ever made.
