Fettercairn is a village close to the Grampian foothills in the edge of the Howe of Mearns, in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Fettercairn is 4 miles west of Laurencekirk and the road to the north is the Cairn O’ Mount Road leading to Banchory and Royal Deeside. In 1861 Queen Victoria and Prince Albert spent a night in the Ramsay Arms. The stone, turreted Fettercairn Arch was erected in 1864 to commemorate the Royal visit. This can be driven through when entering the village from the south. The ancient village is built mainly from red-sandstone and focuses around the main square, in the heart of the village stands the Mercat Cross dating back to 1730, on the cross is an iron collar once used as the village stocks. The Church was built in 1803 dedicated to St. Martin. The village has a general store; tearoom and library, the area attracts tourists and has holiday accommodation. Fettercairn is surrounded by castles and historic buildings including Fettercairn House built c1660, Balbegno Castle a 16th century L-plan tower house, and the vitrified Fort of Green Cairn. To the north-west is the Fettercairn Malt Whiskey Distillery dating back to 1824, the distillery is open for visitor tours from May to September.
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Places to Stay near Fettercairn
Ramsay Arms Hotel (0.11 miles)
Recently refurbished family run small country hotel. Situated in picturesque Fettercairn village with comfortable quiet rooms. Delicious meals available using the freshest local produce with a wide selection of Malt Whiskies, Real Ales and Fine ... More | visit website
Glenesk Hotel (4.29 miles)
The Glenesk Hotel - Close your eyes and think of a hotel that is set in some of Scotland’s most spectacular countryside. A hotel that offers traditional three star luxury and that vital ingredient of ... More | visit website
Northern Hotel (8.78 miles)
Gramarcy House (8.94 miles)
Agnes Gentles, the proprietor of Gramarcy House is renowned for her warm welcome and is very knowledgeable of the local area. Agnes looks forward to welcoming guests to her home and will provide service that ... More | visit website
Park Hotel (10.48 miles)
Creating an ideal atmosphere for a relaxing stay, this attractive property is the right choice of accommodation, while visiting Montrose.LocationLocated in the quiet mid links area of Montrose, The Park Hotel is only a few ... More | visit website
Chapel House B&B (10.51 miles)
Chapel House is a listed Georgian town house situated in the centre of Montrose, just a stones throw from the town centre and it's many amenities.Chapel House B&B is the ideal base for your stay ... More | visit website
Links Hotel (10.52 miles)
This impressive Best Western Edwardian hotel is set on the historic Mid-Links in the picturesque town of Montrose, home to the 5th oldest golf course in the world and within walking distance of Montrose Beach, ... More | visit website
Best Western Links Hotel (10.52 miles)
Set on the Historic Mid Links, the Links is a lovely hotel dating back to 1875. It has a central location close to the town centre and is within walking distance of the 5th Oldest ... More | visit website
Greenden (13.26 miles)
Surrounded by farmland in the beautiful Angus glens, this charming, spacious and very comfortable property boasts a delightful secluded garden. Local salmon and trout fishing (by prior arrangement), sea angling at Arbroath (15 miles), hill ... More | visit website
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