Ellon
Things to do in Ellon, Aberdeenshire
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Ellon works as a base for exploring Aberdeenshire's castles and countryside. Haddo House, rated 4.7 from over 1,400 reviews, and Tolquhon Castle, rated 4.6 from 312 reviews, are both within reach, along with Newburgh Beach for a quieter coastal stop. The Formartines Visitors Centre offers local context, though it has attracted only a handful of reviews so far. There is enough here to occupy a day trip or two without feeling hurried.
Eating well here is straightforward. Loch-Hills Garden Cafe stands out at 4.9 from 107 reviews; Murly Tuck Cafe and The Drive both sit at 4.7, each with solid review counts. These are places locals clearly visit regularly, which is usually a good sign. The restaurants suggest the town takes its visitors seriously without making a fuss about it.
Where to stay in Ellon(7)
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The town has seven hotels and guest houses to choose from, ranging from the Newburgh Inn and New Inn Hotel (both rated 4.5 and 4.4 respectively, with several hundred reviews each) down to smaller places like Hosefield Bed and Breakfast, rated 4.9 from 18 reviews. For those preferring to camp, Ythan Valley Camp Site is rated 4.6 from 34 reviews. This spread of accommodation suggests Ellon has learned to cater to different kinds of visitor without pretension.
Things to Do in Ellon(4)
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Where to Eat in Ellon(4)
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Attractions Near Ellon
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8 mi
Balmedie Beach
Aberdeen · ⭐ 4.8
8 mi
Tamala Farm Experience
Aberdeen · ⭐ 4.9
Cruden Bay
Peterhead
9 mi
The Gonks of Gardenshillock Storybook Trail
Aberdeen · ⭐ 4.8
11 mi
The Cabin Equestrian Centre
Inverurie · ⭐ 4.8
11 mi
Aberdeenshire Farming Museum
Peterhead · ⭐ 5.0
11 mi
Aden Country Park
Mintlaw · ⭐ 4.5
13 mi
Seaton Park
Aberdeen · ⭐ 4.7
Camping in Ellon(1)
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Ythan Valley Camp Site
⭐ 4.6
Craighead Holiday Park
⭐ 4.0 · from £35/night
Aden Caravan and Camping
⭐ 4.5
Peterhead Lido Caravan Park
⭐ 4.5
Marina Bay Holiday Park
⭐ 4.5
Hillhead Caravan Park
⭐ 4.1 · from £25/night
East Balthangie Caravan and Camping Park
⭐ 4.9 · from £20/night
Backhill Farm Campsite
Self-Catering Cottages in Ellon
All cottages in Ellon →Drums Beach House
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £1,267
Forvie View
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £343
Murlin
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £897
Bayview
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £427
Seaton Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £543
The Cliff
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,142
Watersreach
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £641
Uppermill Farm Annex
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £443
Common questions about Ellon
How many campsites are there in Ellon?
We list 1 campsites in and around Ellon, of which 1 take tents.
Where can I stay in Ellon?
We list 7 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Ellon.
What is there to do in Ellon?
We list 4 attractions and things to do in and around Ellon.
Where can I eat in Ellon?
We list 4 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Ellon.
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