Attractions
Moray is a top destination for Sea fishing, as well as Salmon and Trout fishing on the world famous Spey river and the river Findhorn. Moray is also central to area’s such as Inverness and Loch Ness in the West and Royal Deeside in the East, and so Findochty is in an ideal location for day trips to many other area’s in the North east of Scotland or in the Highlands …..www.thisismoray.com
Some of the many attractions include;
Castles
Findlater Castle, Sandend, Portsoy
A ruined castle perched on a rock outcrop.
Brodie Castle, Forres
Set in peaceful park land and full of beautiful art and antiques Brodie Castle is well worth a visit.
Duff House, Banff
A great day out including woodland walks, gallery, shop, tea room and near by is Royal Duff House golf course.
Balmoral Castle
The Scottish Home of the British Royal Family since 1848
Whisky
Experience Scotland’s national drink. Speyside is home to over half of Scotlands distilleries.
The following links are a great way to start planning your
Malt Whisky TrailScotland Whisky
Wildlife
The Moray Firth is home to around 130 bottle nosed dolphins along with seals and various sea birds.
The Moray Firth Wildlife Centre A great day out with exhibitions on local wild life, dolphins and the moray firth.
Macduff Aquarium One of the best visitor attractions in the north east of Scotland.
Wildlife Tour Operators
LoupersGemini ExplorerNorth58White Horse Diving Charters Scotland
Water Sports
Findochty Water Sports Club Findochty Water Sports Club has an active membership with members out on the water on most days. There are regular weekend races as well as cruises to local harbours.
Fishing/Diving
White Horse Diving Charters Scotland White Horse diving charters offers fishing, wildlife and diving excursions.
Golf
Strathlene Golf Club Strathlene golf club is 1/2 mile from Findochty and is an interesting cliff top links course.
Buckpool Golf Club Near by Buckpool is one of Scotlands hidden gems. This 18 hole links course is a must for golf fanatics.
Cullen Golf Club Cullen is a traditional Scottish links course with magnificent
views over the Moray Firth where dolphins are regularly seen.
Royal Tarlair Golf Club A cliff top parkland course which certainly presents a challenge for the more serious golfer,and offers enjoyable golf in an ideal setting for the not so serious.
For more information on Scottish golf courses visit
Visit Scotland
Walking
The village itself is surrounded by beaches, caves and cliff top paths great for exploring.
Moray WaysMoray Firth Coastal Trail A network of 470 miles of coastline taking in some of the most spectacular Scottish scenery.
Cycling
The National Cycle Trail The national cycle trail passes Findochty.
The Forestry Commission The forestry commission have a variety of walks and cycle trails for great days out. Whiteash is only 14km from Findochty.
Attractions
Baxter’s Highland Village, Fochabers Old shop museum, shops, cooking demonstrations, restaurant serving good Scottish fayre and kids adventure playground.
Johnston’s of Elgin Cashmere Visitors Centre Manufacturer of cashmere from fibre to garment.
Walkers Shortbread, Aberlour
Spey Valley Smoke Cottage – Grantown-on-Spey Producing the finest Scottish smoked salmon. Discover the history of smoked salmon.

