Only two weeks to go until the return of Provenance Festival!
7 September 2024
Arriving to the region from the 21 – 29 September, locals and visitors can join North East Scotland’s food and drink producers for unforgettable, hands on and engaging experiences.
What’s on
The nine day festival offers you the unique opportunity to go behind the scenes and learn from the people who make our sustainable and well loved food and drink produce.
With 59 participants set to get involved in the action, events held throughout the festival will take place across the region and will include both past favourites and entirely new experiences that celebrate the authenticity, quality and provenance of the North East of Scotland.
From blending your own herbal tea, tasting the finest of our beloved whisky or indulging in a fine dining experience, Provenance Festival offers cherished memories and bespoke experiences for everyone.
(L TO R) Ian Booth of Balmoral Game, Carole Short of Down on the Farm, Kevin Dalgleish of Amuse by Kevin Dalgleish, Christian Stolte of The Wee Scottish Cider Company, Chris Foy of VisitAberdeenshire, Loren McBey of The Lobster Shop, Leah Hodder, Provenance Festival Project Manager, Liz Phillips of Cowden Farm Holidays and Christine Mackintosh of Marshall's Farm Shop.
What’s new
This year’s festival is set to bring a number of fresh participants, each who have carefully designed their own events to welcome the visitors and locals of the region to celebrate and embrace the provenance of Scotland’s larder.
Want a taste of some of the upcoming new events? Look no further…
Tullynessle Deer Farm
Delivering an all-round new experience, Tullynessle Deer Farm is offering visitors the opportunity to get behind the scenes from visiting the stags themselves, to being prepped on how to cook Scotland’s only truly native meat venison.
Surrounded by the stunning Aberdeenshire forest, visitors have the choice to embark on a forest walk to discover more about the handling and managing of the herd.
For more information or to secure your tickets click here.
Credit: Tullynessle Deer Farm
Ardnamurchan Distillery x FAW
Ardnamurchan Distillery is collaborating with Freedom An’ Whisky for a tasting session hosted at The Sandman Signature Hotel throughout the course of the festival.
Since 2014, Ardnamurchan Distillery have devoted much focus into the quality of their whisky’s, making sure every drop embraces their heritage, innovation and sustainable practices.
First timers to the festival, Freedom an’ Whisky provide the perfect location to enjoy a wee dram whilst in the surroundings of dark wood, traditional Scottish interiors and classic nibbles.
For a delectable, yet informative evening treat why not book your tickets today!
The Chester Hotel
The Chester Hotel, a cherished favourite in the heart of the city centre is offering guests an exclusive Provenance Specials Menu to celebrate the provenance of our Scottish larder.
Running every day of the festival from 12noon to 8:30pm, book your table here and enjoy the exquisite offerings that await!
Fieldfare CSA
Intrigued to discover food production that is sustainable and regenerative for both the local and land community?
Explore the open garden of Balmakewan Farm for free to discover how Fieldfare CSA organically grow their own vegetables, fruits and herbs.
For more information, visit Fieldfare CSA's website today!
Credit: Fieldfare CSA
Mill of Benholm Enterprise
The Mill of Benholm welcomes you to celebrate fruits, vegetables and harvest, with produce from their own heritage orchard and community garden, as well as local stalls and foods.
With a range of activities hosted around nature, farming and milling heritage, including tours of the Mill, enter for free to get involved in the action!
For more information, visit the Mill of Benholm’s website here.
Let the fun begin
With only a small taste of what's to come, please visit The Provenance Festival website to discover the many organisations, producers and hospitality providers that are set to open their doors and welcome you to embark on unforgettable and unique experiences.
Throughout the festival, please tag @visitabdn and @provenancefest and take us along your journey! Remember to use our hashtags #VisitABDN and #BeautifulABDN for the chance to be featured on our channels.