Explore Aberlour, more than just salmon fishing
As well as great fishing opportunities, Aberlour offers a variety of experiences worth checking out:
Macallan Distillery
A spectacular and modern whiskey distillery recently renovated for almost NOK 2 billion that offers tours of their beautiful facilities and a historical narrative of the journey of the whiskey maker. In addition, they offer a brasserie, boutique and their own Macallan Bar. Worth a visit, whether you appreciate whiskey or great architecture in a natural setting.
www.themacallan.com
Golf
Scotland is the home of golf and with no less than 15 golf courses within 30 minutes' drive, you'll have plenty of options.
So how about a break from salmon fishing by golfing in beautiful surroundings?
Our own vegetable garden
Several large greenhouses and an outdoor garden offer opportunities. Here you can get daily fresh eggs from our hens, we have over 240 different types of tomatoes and the possibility of several different workshops with your host, Camilla.
Aberlour Distillery
Aberlour distillery is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky distillery located less than 10 minutes walk from us (Lower Wester Elchies)
Read more at www.aberlour.com
Dowans Hotel
For fine-dining, we recommend a visit to Dowans Hotel's restaurant just a 10-15 minute walk from us (Lower Wester Elchies). They also have a great location and two bars.
Read more at: www.dowanshotel.com/
The neighboring town of Elgin
Elgin is a town in north-east Scotland, known for its rich history and beautiful landscape. Surrounded by impressive hills and rivers, the town is home to several historical landmarks and museums. Elgin Cathedral, Elgin Museum, the Moray Motor Museum, the Cairngorms National Park and the Moray Firth coastline are just some of the things you can experience here.
The Mash Tun
A local whiskey bar and restaurant right by the bridge linking Lower Wester Elchies and the village of Aberlour.
Speyside Cooperage
Here you can see the production of a barrel from start to finish, using traditional methods and tools to create exceptional American oak barrels.
Tripadvisor recommendations
Tripadvisor has collected several different experiences that you can read about here: www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g658240-Activities-Aberlour_Moray_Scotland.html