Bennachie Visitor Centre
Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
About Bennachie Visitor Centre
The Bennachie Visitor Centre
offers visitors a great place to start an adventure around Bennachie Hill and provides information on the history of the area and lots more too!
Bennachie itself is a distinctive hill with several tops and can be seen from miles around. From short forest strolls to all day hikes there's something for all ages and abilities.
The Centre is also a great spot for a coffee or ice-cream - walking boots welcome.
Where your Bennachie experience begins
An ideal starting point to explore Bennachie and it's natural and social history. Maps and guide books available to help you make the most of your visit.
We are a registered charity
The Bennachie Centre Trust is the Scottish registered charity responsible for the management and maintenance of the Bennachie Visitor Centre. Admission is free and all money raised through your donations and purchases at our coffee and gift shop goes towards maintaining and improving the Visitor Centre and toilet facilities.
Discovery and fun for all
There's always something new to discover at the Bennachie Visitor Centre. Events, workshops, discovery displays and exhibitions take place through the season.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Thursday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Friday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Saturday, 10:00 - 16:30
- Sunday, 10:00 - 16:30
The visitor centre is open daily April to October 10am to 4.30pm
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : Free
Admission is free. Pay and display car park owned and managed by Forestry and Land Scotland
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time less than an hour
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
The Bennachie Visitor Centre
Pitcaple
Inverurie
Aberdeenshire
AB51 5HY
Scotland
Tel: 01467 681470
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