Peterhead Christmas at The Waterside

The Waterside Hotel - Peterhead

Set in its own landscaped gardens on the banks of the estuary of the River Ugie, the Waterside Inn Hotel offers the perfect base for our four-day adventure with breathtaking scenery and a host of facilities for your enjoyment.

• All bedrooms with en-suite facilities, T.V, hairdryer and tea/coffee-making facilities
• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Sauna
• Steam room
• Gym
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Please Note: The hotel does not have a lift, the hotel bedrooms do not include walk-in showers, and there are several steps to negotiate to the majority of rooms.  

Peterhead

In the far north-east of Scotland lies the bustling fishing port of Peterhead. With over 400 boats, a thriving daily fish market plus a 100-berth leisure marina it is one of the busiest ports in Europe. Visit the Maritime Heritage Centre and discover the story of the local whalers, sailors and fish folk. 

Why not venture north to Loch of Strathbeg – a winter home to thousands of swans and wild geese – or south to explore Slains Castle reported to be Bram Stokers inspiration for his famous novel, Dracula.

Aberdeen

The fascinating city of Aberdeen, located on the north east coast of Scotland, and known as one of the country’s sunniest cities. 

It's the third largest city in the country, has the second biggest fishing port in Scotland and is a fantastic holiday destination. 

Explore the many attractions within this cosmopolitan location, including fascinating museums, inspiring art galleries and brilliant shopping opportunities. Aberdeen is also referred to as “The Flower of Scotland”, due to its scenic parks and gardens. 

Aberdeen is rich in history from its maritime past. It's where the harbour meets the city centre and is famous for its stunning architecture and ancient charm. It’s also known as the ‘Granite City’ and is surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Aberdeenshire, with its forests, mountains and attractive coastline. The locally quarried grey granite can be found sparkling within buildings, as the sun catches the glittering mica crystals.

A visit to this beautiful area is like taking a walk through history with so many interesting places to explore.

Banffshire Coast

According to National Geographic, the Banffshire Coast is one of the world’s outstanding coastlines. You will find beautifully preserved 17th, 18th and 19th century harbours with rich histories and pretty fishing villages perched on clifftops. All is sky and sea first, then rugged cliffs and sandy bays come into view followed by a string of quaint villages and seaside towns. Enjoy time in historic Banff, beautifully located on the north coast of Scotland on Banff Bay promising fine examples of Georgian architecture. Banff is home to the former royal Banff Castle, a pre-reformation cross and a fine Biggar Fountain. We also allow time in charming Macduff, separated from Banff by a pretty seven-arch bridge over the River Deveron. The heart of Macduff revolves around the harbour where freshly caught seafood can be purchased from local fishmongers and traditional fish and chip shops. A jewel of Madcuff is the Macduff Marine Aquarium where you can learn about local wildlife and come face to face with a variety of species of sea creatures that live in the steely depths of the Moray Firth.