Banff and Turriff are both within fifteen minutes, and host brilliant
amenities. There are several good golf courses in the area as well as indoor swimming pools and museums.
There's indoor and outdoor bowling and the new Leisure Centre in Turriff offers squash, aerobics and gym facilities.
As well as the ever popular Castle trails, Whisky trails and Heritage trails, there are sandy beaches nearby and the area abounds with wildlife.
Even the elusive Osprey may sometimes be seen!
If you fancy going on a historic treause hunt for a journey through Scottish history, why not visit The Archeolink Centre, located in Oyne.
With Roman armour for the kids to try out, and a virtual outdoor tour of the ages through Scotland, completed with a meal in the fabulous and exceptionally good value restaurant!
"Local Heroes" fans couldnt possbily miss a trip to Pennan, where the famous pub, "Pennan Inn" and that telephone box still attract thousands of visitors every year.
The pub's visitors book makes for interesting reading over a traditional fish dish!
The drive to Pennan takes in some breathtaking cliff drops, and its unspoilt rural village makes a great photo opportunity.
