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Experience dark skies in the North-east

Post Date: 11 Nov 2026

As the nights draw in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire come into its own. Low light pollution, big open skies and a landscape made for wrapping up warm mean this is one of the best corners of the UK for stargazing, and on the right night you might even catch the northern lights.

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Shop local in the North-east

Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire have a thriving independent retail scene, from characterful bookshops and artist-run galleries to country lifestyle stores and curated gift destinations.

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Stay like a Traitor: Castle stays and experiences in Aberdeenshire

If The Traitors has you dreaming of dramatic castles, wakening up surrounded by 700 years of history and long dining tables, you’re not alone.

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Autumn culture in the North-east

As summer fades and the North-east settles into autumn, the region's cultural calendar doesn't wind down - it shifts gear.

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Guy Fawkes Night 2026

Post Date: 15 Oct 2026

Rosemount market
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Shop local in the North-east

Post Date: 13 Oct 2026

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  • History & Heritage

Stay like a Traitor: Castle stays and experiences in Aberdeenshire

Post Date: 6 Oct 2026

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Autumn culture in the North-east

Post Date: 27 Aug 2026

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Discover the filming locations of Granite Harbour

Post Date: 12 Aug 2026

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The Changing Landscapes of the North-east

Post Date: 8 Jul 2026

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