Things to Do in Lumphanan

Adventure & Activity Centres

Deeside Activity Park

Pack thrills into your family adventure at this Aboyne action centre, where go-karts, quad bikes, archery and downhill sledging await visitors of all abilities.

Castles & Palaces

Craigievar Castle

This remarkable Scottish baronial tower near Alford showcases fairytale turrets and pink harled walls rising seven storeys high. Snacks available on-site, though facilities are limited and accessibility is challenging.

Farm Parks

Belwade Farm World Horse Welfare

Meet friendly ponies and donkeys at this welcoming Aboyne farm, complete with restaurant facilities, accessible amenities and plenty of equine friends to pet and enjoy.

Museums & Galleries

Grampian Transport Museum

Explore Scotland's fascinating vehicle heritage at this family-friendly museum where all areas welcome wheelchairs and pushchairs, with accessible facilities throughout including baby changing rooms.

Castles & Palaces

Castle Fraser

This impressive Scottish baronial tower near Inverurie welcomes families with excellent accessibility, including wheelchair access and baby changing rooms. Enjoy exploring the historic fortress with onsite parking, facilities and snacks available throughout your visit.

Paintball Centres

Battle Grounds Paintball

Get your adrenaline pumping at this woodland paintball venue near Banchory, complete with parking, loos and an onsite restaurant to refuel between battles.

National Parks & Reserves

Muir of Dinnet

Explore stunning Highland scenery at this Dinnet nature reserve offering woodland trails and lochside walks, complete with restaurant, parking and family facilities including baby changing rooms.

Castles & Palaces

Crathes Castle Garden and Estate

This historic Scottish castle near Banchory features beautiful gardens and expansive grounds perfect for family exploration, with onsite dining, full facilities including accessible amenities, and ample parking.

Sightseeing & Attractions

Strathdon Ranch

Sightseeing & Attractions

Bennachie Visitor Centre

This family-friendly base for exploring the Bennachie hills offers accessible facilities including dining options, baby-changing rooms and welcomes both dogs and wheelchair users to enjoy the woodland trails.

Castles & Palaces

Drum Castle- Garden and Estate Aberdeen

Step back through seven centuries of heritage at this historic tower house surrounded by woodland trails and Victorian rose gardens, perfect for families exploring Scotland's past.