David Cameron actively sought the Queen’s support during 2014 referendum campaign
David Cameron actively sought support for a No vote from the Queen when he stayed at Balmoral during the independence referendum campaign, it has emerged.
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River Dee Trust fishing for funds for new children’s education programme
The River Dee Trust is seeking new funding to help school pupils learn more about science, fishing and the natural environment.
Explore the outdoors: Putting an e-bike to the test with a Royal Deeside route
Having found that the majority of country buses take bikes, I decided this time to get the bus out to Crathes for my onward journey to Ballater.
North-east locomotive station steaming ahead with new platform
A long-term plan to renovate part of an historic north-east railway line is proceeding full steam ahead with the installation of a new platform.
‘Absolute beast’ of a manhood stone weighs in at 456lbs
A recently-discovered "manhood stone" in Deeside has been called an "absolute beast" after weighing in at 456lbs.
VIDEO: Take a look around this £655,000 Royal Deeside gem
There is something rather lovely about Glendavan House, with its beguiling sense of character and gorgeous views across Loch Davan.
Iconic red phone box with Royal connections appears in Deeside
An iconic red telephone box with Royal connections has turned up in Royal Deeside.
Deeside residents needed to fill spare seats at free festive lunches
A Deeside councillor has created three festive-themed community events with a little help from the Queen and leftover food.
Wind and rain will batter parts of north-east today but ‘bright and dry’ weekend ahead
A band of torrential rain and gale force winds will batter parts of the north-east today ahead of a “bright and dry” weekend.
Victorian elegance for 21st Century at this six-bedroom house in Craggan
Located in Ballater, this six-bedroom period property is certainly like no other.
Ballater’s Old Royal Station reopens to the public – three years after devastating fire left it in ruins
A renowned royal landmark once feared to have disappeared forever officially reopened to the public yesterday with a triumphant ceremony.
If you do one thing this weekend… enjoy the beauty of the castle country
When people across the UK were asked to vote in a list of the top 10 best castles in the country, the top two places went to Scottish castles. Edinburgh Castle topped the list, with Balmoral Castle, The Queen’s holiday home in Royal Deeside, coming in second place.
See inside this stunning country retreat in Aboyne – yours for around £625,000
Looking for a traditional home in a stunning location? Abercorn might just be the place for you.
Prince Charles joins famous faces at Scotland’s national portraits gallery
A new depiction of the Duke of Rothesay was unveiled in Scotland’s national portrait gallery yesterday.
A home fit for a growing family in Banchory
With plenty of space and the rural charm of Royal Deeside on your doorstep – what’s not to love about 46 Chestnut Crescent in Banchory?
Scottish food and drink offers taste of success
Tourists exploring Royal Deeside can expect to sample a growing variety of high quality food and drink products, whether visiting the north-east to savour its culinary delights or to enjoy its stunning scenery and hospitality.
Braemar castle needing desperate revamp
An historic 17th century castle in the heart of Royal Deeside needs to find £1.5 million for a much-needed revamp.
Call for Donald Trump to bypass London and visit Balmoral instead
Members of a number of Conservative organisations have called for Donald Trump to bypass London and visit Balmoral instead on his UK trip this summer.
Thousands of runners push themselves to limit in Balmoral race
Thousands of runners pushed themselves to the limit for this year’s Run Balmoral yesterday with the stunning Royal Deeside as their backdrop.
Colin Crosby is to step down as chairman of VisitAberdeenshire
Colin Crosby is to step down as chairman of VisitAberdeenshire during the spring, the tourism agency for Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire confirmed today.
Distilling hobby just the tonic as north-east business booms
A couple who started off distilling gin as a hobby from their garden shed have grown it into a successful business which is now employing two members of staff.
Two years on: River’s new life as Deeside continues flood recovery
It was a once-in-a-500-year event when Storm Frank engulfed Ballater and other parts of the north-east at the climax of 2015.
Prince launches bid to breathe life into Deeside churchyard
The Duke of Rothesay is spearheading a project to breathe new life into one of Deeside’s oldest church yards.
Pictures show amazing journey to restore derelict north-east croft
A derelict croft that was last inhabited in 1930 has been painstakingly restored after it was revealed to be a building of "national importance."
GALLERY: Pictures of Braemar Gathering from through the years
Tomorrow hundreds will descend on Braemar for the annual gathering.
Family home has surprises in store
When Mairi and David Walker embarked on their house search, they viewed dozens of properties after moving from Edinburgh with a dog and new born baby in tow.
New guide to Royal Deeside launched
A new guide to help tourists make the most of Royal Deeside has been backed by tourism chiefs.
Major north-east cycling event called off due to lack of sponsorship
A major north-east cycling event has been cancelled due to lack of "viable sponsorship".
Ambitious new music festival to be held on castle estate
A new music festival is to be held at a castle estate in the Royal Deeside.
VIDEO: Prince Charles delights onlookers by driving steam engine train at Royal Deeside railway
Prince Charles delighted onlookers with a visit to the Royal Deeside railway today before speeding away on a steam engine train.
Royal Deeside: Where you can do anything
Royal Deeside is re- branding itself as "Can-Do Country" to promote the vast range of outdoor activities on offer - and is doing so by using innovative new technology.
Queen at the wheel with Kate by her side during Aberdeenshire stay
She may be 90, but the Queen showed no signs of taking her foot off the gas at the weekend during a family outing at Balmoral.