Dates: March 2026 (TBC)
Location: Inverurie Town Hall & local venues
Link: https://www.inveruriemusicfestival.org
A long-running community festival celebrating music, speech, and performing arts. It attracts performers, families, and local audiences, making it ideal for midweek stays and family-friendly accommodation.
Dates: June 2026 (TBC)
Location: Thainstone Centre, Inverurie
Link: https://www.tasteofgrampian.co.uk
One of the north-east’s largest food and drink festivals, showcasing regional producers, tastings, and live demonstrations. It is a major draw for visitors and a perfect fit for foodie weekend breaks.
Dates: May 2026 (TBC)
Location: Inverurie
Link: https://www.events.weareinverurie.co.uk/garioch-pipe-band-championships
Inverurie is gearing up for a spectacular celebration of Scottish music and culture at the Garioch Pipe Band Championships. Mark your calendars for May 2026 and prepare for a day filled with traditional sounds, fun activities, and community vibes.
Dates: June 2026 (TBC)
Location: Near Inverurie
Link: https://www.bonaccordsteamengineclub.co.uk
A popular rally showcasing vintage steam engines, tractors, and machinery. It appeals to enthusiasts and families alike, offering a unique day out in the Aberdeenshire countryside.
Dates: July 2026 (TBC)
Location: Harlaw Park, Inverurie
Link: https://www.inveruriehighlandgames.co.uk
A traditional Highland Games event featuring athletics, piping, and family entertainment. Its central location makes it particularly convenient for guests staying at the hotel.
Dates: August 2026 (TBC)
Location: Thainstone Centre, Inverurie
Link: https://www.rnas.org.uk
A major agricultural show attracting farmers, trade exhibitors, and families. It is a key rural event in the region and generates strong demand for accommodation.
Dates: Throughout 2026
Location: P&J Live, Aberdeen
Link: https://www.pandjlive.com
A busy programme of major concerts and live entertainment events, drawing large audiences from across Scotland. These events are a consistent driver of weekend and peak-night stays.
Dates: September 2026 (TBC)
Location: P&J Live, Aberdeen
Link: https://www.offshore-europe.co.uk
A globally recognised offshore energy conference and exhibition. It attracts international delegates and creates significant demand for accommodation across the Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire area.
Dates: November – December 2026 (TBC)
Location: Inverurie Town Centre
Link: https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk
A festive market with local stalls, seasonal food, and entertainment. It is a popular event for residents and visitors alike, creating a welcoming atmosphere in the town centre.
Castle Fraser, near Inverurie, is one of the grandest castles in Aberdeenshire and part of the National Trust for Scotland. It features dramatic turrets, superb gardens, and richly furnished interiors. The estate includes woodland walks and fine views, making it a perfect historic retreat just a short drive from your stay.
About 4 km southeast of Inverurie lies Balbithan House, a 16th-century L-plan tower house historically connected with the Chalmers family. Restored by botanical artist Mary McMurtrie, it’s renowned for its period architecture, charming gardens, and riverside setting—ideal for peaceful explorations close to Strathburn.
Just 4 km west of Inverurie, Balquhain Castle is a ruined tower house once held by the Leslies of Balquhain. Built in the 14th century and rebuilt in the 16th, it has a dramatic history of feuds and fires. Today its stone remains offer glimpses into medieval architecture in lush Aberdeenshire countryside.
Glen Garioch, one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries (founded in 1797), sits close by in Oldmeldrum. This small, granite distillery, named after the fertile Garioch valley, offers tours of its traditional whisky-making process. Visitors appreciate not only the dram but its historic charm grounded in barley, stone and smoke.
The Malt Whisky Trail is a famed whisky pilgrimage in the Speyside region, with working and historic distilleries plus a cooperage. Though not all immediately next door, several trail distilleries are within accessible driving distance from Strathburn. Perfect for whisky lovers wanting to learn, taste, and savour local heritage.
Burghmuir Drive, Inverurie, UK, AB51 4GY
