A view of the illuminated trail through the Gardens at Crathes Castle near Banchory, in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. This was during their Christmas At The Castle 2025 event, which runs each year in the week before Christmas. Crathes Castle is run by the National Trust for Scotland and this festive event includes a light trail around the woodland and gardens, actors including the grumpy Grinch and Frozen characters, plus the light show against the Castle. #ChristmasAtTheCastle #crathescastle #christ

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner 💗 Join us at Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens, a beautiful place to create lasting memories with someone special. Wander through lush gardens, discover towering crystals, and enjoy gentle daily experiences together. Pause for something delicious at the Lotus Café, which overlooks the hinterland and the towering Crystal Guardians, before continuing your time in the gardens. Whether it’s a stroll through the Love Garden, a walk through Bamboo Avenue, or

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Step back in time at this historic pillbox in Aberdeenshire. Scotland is home to a few fascinating “pill boxes,” each with a rich history. During World War I and World War II, these small, fortified concrete bunkers were designed to protect troops and strategically defend against enemy invasions. They featured loopholes (firing slits) for soldiers to shoot from and housed machine guns or anti-tank weapons. These hardened structures formed crucial parts of defensive “stop-lines.” One of these pil

Ellon & District RBL Pipe Band, led by Drum Major Phillip Michie and Pipe Major Elaine Strachan, march off after their display during the 2025 Aboyne Highland Games. These were held on Saturday 2nd August 2025 in Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and the band were playing the tune Rowan Tree. #aboynehighlandgames #ellonpipeband #pipesanddrums #deeside | Aberdeenshire Scotland

Ellon & District Pipe Band, led by Pipe Major Elaine Strachan, starting their Grade 4B bands competition during the 2025 Garioch Pipe Band Championship. This was held at Kellands Park in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, on Sunday 29th June 2025. The band, who wear Nicholson tartan, were awarded 2nd place in 4B for this performance. There were about 16 bands competing throughout the day for this inaugural championship, which was made possible thanks to a collaboration between Inverurie BID, In