LOCAL PRODUCE
Surrounded by fields and close to the sea it's no surprise that you'll enjoy a brilliant choice of farm shops and seafood a short distance from the hill.
SEAFOOD
THE LOBSTER SHOP
JOHNSHAVEN
For over 75 years, the McBay family has supplied fresh Scottish seafood to UK and European wholesalers, food retailers and restaurants. Located in Johnshaven on the north-east coast, they are right in the heart of the nation’s shellfish industry – supplied daily with the finest of catches straight from the fleet of local creel boats.
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FARM SHOP
THE SPUD HUT
CAIRNTON FARM, 15 min walk
All the Gammie’s homegrown vegetables available inside The Spud Hut can be seen in the patch right next to it. Picked daily, all their produce is free from spraying and harvested and weeded by hand. All sorts of beautifully coloured vegetables can be found through the seasons.
FARM SHOP
FARM TO TABLE
STONEHAVEN
Select from a range of Farmer Gammie's homegrown veggies and a tempting offering of deli items, local produce and gifts too. The refillery offers a good variety of grains, oils and vinegars. There's takeaway coffee on offer, a selection of sweet treats and a nice spot outside to enjoy them on a clear day.
EATING OUT
The Coast of Aberdeenshire offers an excellent choice of seafood and local produce to be enjoyed in picturesque locations.
SEAFOOD & GAME | LUNCH & DINNER
THE MARINE HOTEL
STONEHAVEN
The dog friendly bar at The Marine Bar houses 6 guest ales, a big Belgian and wheat-beer selection, and their own brew – 6˚N.
Food is served in both the bar and upstairs restaurant.
Kids can eat in the relaxed restaurant area of the bar.
The Upstairs dining room, which overlooks the pretty harbour, serves local fish specials.
SEAFOOD |. LUNCH & DINNER
THE CREEL INN
CATTERLINE
Situated in the small, picturesque fishing village of Catterline, the Creel Inn offers good seafood, atmosphere, a great wine selection and friendly staff in addition to its picturesque location.
One of Britain's greatest painters Joan Eardley RSA created her most magnificent paintings of the views, the elements and the atmosphere of Catterline for ten years. She lived at no.1 and no.18 The Row, a short walk from the restaurant.
Here's a little film about the area and Joan Eardley: https://joaneardley.com/joan-eardley-a-sense-of-place
TRADITIONAL BRITISH | BREAKFAST & LUNCH
THE VIEW RESTAURANT
STONEHAVEN GOLF CLUB
With amazing views out to the North Sea and the harbour of Stonehaven, The View is a wonderful place to breakfast or lunch. Tasty, homemade dishes are served by friendly staff.
https://www.theviewstonehaven.co.uk/
LOCAL PRODUCE | BRUNCH, LUNCH & TEA
BALMAKEWAN
FARM SHOP & TEA ROOMS
Situated in the small, picturesque fishing village of Catherine, the Creel Inn offers good seafood, atmosphere, a great wine selection and friendly staff inanition to its picturesque location.
One of Britain's greatest painters Joan Eardley RSA created her most magnificent paintings of the views, the elements and the atmosphere of Catterline for ten years. She lived at no.1 and no.18 The Row, a short walk from the restaurant.
Here's a little film about the area and Joan Eardley: https://joaneardley.com/joan-eardley-a-sense-of-place
TRADITIONAL BRITISH | BREAKFAST & LUNCH
CASTLETON FARM SHOP
FARM SHOP, TEA ROOMS & PLAY AREA
Castleton supplies M&S with its fruit - it's tasty! Its busy café serves good portions of homemade classics with delicious puds, cakes and their irresistible strawberry tarts to follow.
Buy the farm's fruit and veggies, ready meals, preserves and other deli goodies in the shop, where you'll also find cards and gifts.
Kids can run around outside and enjoy the play area.
https://www.theviewstonehaven.co.uk/
LUNCH & AFTERNOON TEA
ARDUTHIE HOUSE
STONEHAVEN
Wonderful Afternoon Teas and Cream Teas, cakes, bakes, and scones, also homemade soups, homemade quiche and sandwiches. The Tea Rooms are full of original paintings, prints, and photographs from local artists. On cold days there's a lovely log fire.
