Activities

ADVENTURE & ACTIVITIES: Walking, Cycling, Golf, Tennis, Bike Hire, 4x4 Safaris, Wildlife Tours, Mountain Biking, Skiing, Cooking & Crafts plus lots more in Ballater!


Ballater Bowling Club

Ballater Bowling Club
c/o Ballater Golf Club
Victoria Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QX
Tel: 013397 55567

Ballater Bowling Club is located a half mile from the village centre adjacent to Ballater Golf Club. Membership is open to all ages and visitors are welcome. The season opens on Sunday 14th April and continues through to the end of September. Whether you are a beginner or expert...Come along for a friendly game of bowls at one of our 'Hat' Meetings! Tuesdays and Saturdays, May through to September, 7pm - next to the Golf Club. Visit 'Ballater Bowling Club' on Facebook. All Welcome! Contact Trevor Armstrong on 013397-55214 or the.armstrongs4@btinternet.com .
   
Ballater 18 Hole Golf Club
Ballater Golf Club
Victoria Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5QX
Tel: 013397 55567
www.ballatergolfclub.co.uk
"This 18-hole, slightly undulating, medium length golf course is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of upper Deeside. Lying within a circle of hills, the glorious views make this a truly delightful golfing experience.  Visitors are made very welcome with full clubhouse facilities being available and special packages offered for 8 or more golfers booking in advance."  more info
   

The Bike Shop
The Bike Shop
Station Square
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5RB
Tel: 013397 54004
www.bikestationballater.co.uk
Bike Station Ballater caters for all requirements for bike hire or purchase. A large diverse bike hire fleet, bike sales, plus a full stock of bicycle accessories and cycle clothing are all in stock. Check our site for links to local cycle routes, walks and maps. Call for local know how to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. more info

Deeside Nature Activities, Ballater
Deeside Nature Activities
Knockanduie
Crathie
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5TP
Tel: 013397 42033
www.deesidenatureactivities.co.uk
Friendly Luxury Land Rover Safaris, guided walks, and wildlife excursions in Upper Deeside, Balmoral a speciality! (Full or part days available). From Eagles and Ospreys to Capers and Coal Tits, Black Grouse “leking”, Red and Roe Deer all year and a whole host of other birds and wildlife. Binoculars if required and a Telescope for that close up view. more info

Cycle Highland, Ballater
Cycle Highlands
The Pavilion
Victoria Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5RA
Tel: 013397 55864
www.cyclehighlands.com
Cyclehighlands is owned and operated by local mountain bike enthusiasts and is the hub for all cycling in the upper Deeside valley. Our bike shop specialises in bike hire for all ages, guiding and corporate events.  The shop is now an official demo centre for many leading brands including Rocky Mountain, Cove and GT.  We are also home to the local mountain bike club so local trail advice is always available! more info

Hilton Craigendarroch, Ballater
Hilton Craigendarroch
Braemar Road
BALLATER
Royal Deeside
AB35 5XA
Tel: 013397 55858    
Fax: 013397 55447
www.hilton.com
Plunge into the 17 metre lagoon shaped pool. Enjoy a relaxing dip or keep in shape with a free aqua-aerobics class. Relax in the sauna, steam room or Jacuzzi. Work out in the fitness room with weights and cardiovascular equipment or challenge friends to a game of squash.    
more info

Ski Braemar
SKIBRAEMAR
Victoria Hall
Glenshee Road
BRAEMAR
Tel: 07768517829
www.skibraemar.com
Skibraemar Snow sports  have over 20 years experience at the Lecht and Glenshee ski centres and are ideally placed to provide rental, instruction and friendly advice. Ballater and Braemar are within easy reach of both centres and mountain bike rental and guiding is also available. Please contact Richard to discuss conditions at both centres during the winter months. more info
   

Walk Deeside Ltd, Royal Deeside
WalkDeeside Ltd
1 Balnastraid Cottages
DINNET
Aboyne
Royal Deeside
AB34 5NE
Tel: 013398 80081
 www.walkdeeside.com
WalkDeeside is a friendly, family-run outdoor activities business, offering a quality service with personal attention to detail. Join us to explore and discover the natural beauty of Royal Deeside and listen to our experienced guides. Activities and courses include day trips to the hills, wildlife watching trips, trail cycling, nordic walking, conservation walks, and car tours and map reading courses. Click here for details on 2012 Royal Deeside Mystery Tours and Walking Holidays! more info

Ballater Bridge
Cairngorm National Park Stones
Ballater Bridge of Dee