Turriff

Turriff lies on the banks of the River Deveron. If you are considering the town as a destination, you can plan your stay around several themes: walks along local paths, the history of churches and the museum, cultural insights, or the Turriff Show. The specific differences between routes and historical themes can help you choose the focus of your trip.

Walking routes through Turriff

The Aberdeenshire Council map of Turriff is designed to make it easier to explore the town on foot or by bicycle. Four local routes take in different landmarks. Walk 1 – The Haughs, Purple Route passes through the park and by the pond. Walk 2 – Turra Coo, Green Route passes St Andrew’s Church. Walk 3 – Turra Coo Short, Orange Route follows a path around the pond. Walk 4 – Hospital, Pink Route goes into The Haughs and also follows the path around the pond there.

Differences include the park on the Purple Walk, St Andrew’s Church on the Green Walk, and the pond-side paths on the Orange and Pink routes; the Pink route also passes through The Haughs. Route conditions may change. Before setting out, check the latest map and confirm the route.

Churches, museum and local culture

The present-day ruins of St Congan’s Old Church date from the 15th century; the building is listed as a Category A monument. The east gable features a double bellcote dating from 1635. The ruins and bellcote offer two specific points of interest if you are interested in architectural heritage.

Turriff Museum and Heritage Centre has a permanent exhibition on the history of Turriff and is a stop on the Aberdeen Angus Trail. The permanent exhibition focuses on the town’s history, while the Trail stop places the museum in a broader thematic context.

Session Cottage recreates a traditional two-room “but and ben” cottage, furnished as it might have been around 1900. Groups can experience how ordinary people lived in the past. Check the visiting arrangements in advance. The Doric Neuk in Turriff provides background information on North-East Scots, also known as Doric. The local cultural focus thus ranges from architectural and everyday history to the regional language. A statue on Turriff’s market square commemorates the Turra Coo.

The Turriff Show and other experiences

The Turriff Show has been held in Turriff since 1864. It grew from a one-day event into a two-day show. The EQ Food and Drink Marquee showcases producers from Aberdeenshire and beyond. If the Show is the reason for your trip, check the event dates before planning your visit around it.

Waulkmill Menagerie offers a bespoke one-hour tour, where visitors can become V.I.P. animal assistants. Visits are by advance reservation only. Bear this requirement in mind if you are including the tour in your travel plans.

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