Braemar Scotland - Heart of the Park
Braemar is located at the heart of the UK’s largest National Park in the Cairngorms. Whether it is walking, snowsports, wildlife watching, visiting Balmoral Castle, a whisky distillery tour or attending the famous Braemar Gathering, there is so much to discover.
Stay - Braemar Scotland
From hotels to hostels – there’s a place for everyone. Braemar is a small village nestling amongst iconic mountain scenery in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park but it punches above its weight in the diverse selection of accommodation options available.
The Place - Braemar Scotland
Braemar is situated in the heart of the outstanding landscape of the Cairngorms National Park in the highest and most mountainous parish in the UK. Surrounded by mountains, heather moorland, pine and birchwood, it spans the rocky gorge of the Clunie water.
Do - Braemar Scotland
There are many specialist guides who can maximise your experience by either off road safari, walking or wildlife tour. The local area is a big outdoor playground with boarding and skiing at Glenshee, Scotland’s largest resort, or for golfers there is the UK’s highest 18 hole golf course.
See - Braemar Scotland
Cultural, historical and scenic attractions await. Braemar is world renowned for its annual Highland Games attended by the Royal Family every year in early September; don’t worry if you miss it, the Highland Games Exhibition Centre provides a …
Eat & Drink - Braemar Scotland
It has never been a better time to visit Braemar which now boasts a wide selection of lively pubs, cosy cafes and acclaimed restaurants. Not forgetting an amazing range of village artisan producers which include a patisserie, craft beer brewery and handmade chocolate shop.
Snowgate Webcam - Braemar Scotland
Snowgate Webcam This webcam is located beside the caravan park on the A93 at the southern entrance to Braemar. This image will automatically update every minute. Webcams covering other snowgates can be viewed at this link.
Snow Roads - Braemar Scotland
Discover the East Cairngorms on the Snow Roads. Over 90 miles of driving through the Cairngorms National Park, you’ll experience Braemar and Ballater as a perfect halfway point along the route.
Braemar Gathering
The Braemar Gathering is maybe the most famous event from the Highland Games circuit. The Gathering takes place every year on the first Saturday of September and attracts crowds from all corners of the world.
Events - Braemar Scotland
Discover the wide range of events, festivals and exhibitions which take place throughout the year in our village. Braemar is fast becoming a cultural hotspot with the St Margarets Trust delivering an ambitious programme of annual events. Our village hall also regularly hosts music, comedy and ceilidh nights. There is of course the world famous ...