Retirement Properties Spotlight in Banchory

Banchory is a small and attractive town situated around one mile to the east of Inchmarlo on the A93, the main road from Aberdeen to Ballater and Braemar. Its climate and character have made it a popular holiday centre. It is a fast-growing town, and is well-known for its fine High Street with a good range of shops, cafes and restaurants.  A wide range of entertainment is available in its numerous hotels and recreation facilities include golf, riding, putting, tennis, bowling and cricket.

Fishing with day permits is available for salmon and trout on the River Feugh, salmon on the River Dee and brown trout on the Beltie Burn.

There are four churches in Banchory, the East and West Churches (Church of Scotland), St Ternan's (Episcopal) and St Columba's (Roman Catholic).  A public library is also available. 

Aberdeen is around 18 miles to the east of Banchory and is the financial centre of the north-east of Scotland, as well as being the headquarters for the North Sea oil and gas industry. It is also the nearest airport with an excellent range of services within the UK and throughout Europe. Aberdeen railway station has direct services to many towns and cities throughout the UK.