The Garioch

The Garioch blends vibrant town life with rich history and beautiful countryside.

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The bustling market town of Inverurie serves as the area’s heart, offering independent shops, cafés and landmarks like the nearby Bass and Little Bass hills. Discover Insch, surrounded by rolling farmland and overlooked by the striking Dunnideer Hill and its ancient fort, or visit Kemnay, set by the River Don and known for its scenic walks and granite heritage. In Kintore, uncover traces of Pictish history and enjoy the warmth of a thriving community with easy access to surrounding trails and countryside. Steeped in character and charm, The Garioch offers a perfect snapshot of Aberdeenshire’s welcoming heartland.

Events In The Garioch

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Cooking pot and ingredients
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  • Eat & Drink

Inverurie, Aberdeenshire Farmers Market - Inverurie Town Hall

Date(s): 10 Jan 2026 - 12 Jun 2027

Woman onstage holding a microphone
  • Countryside

Tiny Tim - Inverurie Town Hall

Date(s): 4th Nov 2026

Beginner Hill Skills Workshop - Bennachie
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  • Nature & Wildlife

Beginner Hill Skills Workshop - Bennachie - Bennachie Visitor Centre

Date(s): 11 Apr - 12 Sept 2026

Beginner Hill Skills Workshop - Bennachie
  • Countryside
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  • Nature & Wildlife

Beginner Hill Skills Workshop - Bennachie - Bennachie Visitor Centre

Date(s): 11 Apr - 12 Sept 2026

Desperados
  • Countryside
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  • Arts & Culture

Desperados - Inverurie Town Hall

Date(s): 17th May 2026

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  • Countryside
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  • Arts & Culture

The Sorries - Kemnay Village Hall

Date(s): 26th Apr 2026

Mountain Skills Weekend - Bennachie
  • Countryside
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  • Nature & Wildlife

Mountain Skills Weekend - Bennachie - Bennachie Visitor Centre

Date(s): 25th Apr 2026

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