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Huntly, United Kingdom

Huntly is a town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, formerly known as Milton of Strathbogie or simply Strathbogie. It had a population of 4,460 in 2004 and is the site of Huntly Castle.

Type CityPopulation 4,460

Why go

  • Town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
  • Known for Huntly Castle.
  • Served by Insch Airstrip.

History

Huntly is a town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, formerly known as Milton of Strathbogie or simply Strathbogie. It had a population of 4,460 in 2004 and is the site of Huntly Castle. Its neighbouring settlements include Keith and Rothiemay. Both Huntly and the surrounding district of Gordon are named for a town and family that originated in the Border country.

Where to stay

Drumblade, Huntly AB54 6AN, United Kingdom · beggshillbothy.co.uk
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Newton of Begshill, Drumblade, Huntly AB54 6BJ, United Kingdom · boutiquefarmbothies.co.uk
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Huntly AB54 7NN, United Kingdom · houseofglennie.co.uk
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Woodside, Kennethmont, Huntly AB54 4QQ, United Kingdom · woodsidesteading.co.uk
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Elphinstone Estate, A96, Pitcaple, Inverurie AB51 5EE, United Kingdom · logiecountryhouse.co.uk
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Huntly AB54 4XB, United Kingdom · cottages.com
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Premnay, Insch AB52 6PN, United Kingdom · lickleyhead.com
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Castle Holiday Park, Huntly AB54 4UJ, United Kingdom · huntlycastleholidaypark.co.uk
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Commercial Rd, Insch AB52 6JN, United Kingdom · thestationhotelinsch.co.uk
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Chapel of Garioch, Inverurie AB51 5HS, United Kingdom · macdonaldhotels.co.uk
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Cairnie, Huntly AB54 4TH, United Kingdom · drumdelgiehouse.com
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Marquis Dr, Huntly AB54 4SH, United Kingdom · castlehotel.uk.com
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Gordon Arms Hotel and Cheers Cafe Bar, The Square, Huntly AB54 8AF, United Kingdom · highlanderbunkhouse.com
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Huntly AB54 6HX, United Kingdom
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Castleview, Dufftown, Keith AB55 4DY, United Kingdom
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9 The Cooperage, Auchleven, Insch AB52 6PW, United Kingdom
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17 Bogie St, Huntly AB54 8DX, United Kingdom
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Insch AB52 6NL, United Kingdom
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Forgue, Huntly AB54 6BP, United Kingdom
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Farm, Corskellie, Milltown of Rothiemay, Huntly AB54 7NA, United Kingdom
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Restaurants & places to go

Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 08:30-18:00 Features: takeaway · Steven Road, Huntly, AB54 8SX · storelocator.asda.com
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European, British, Scottish, Cafe, Coffee Shop, Restaurant · Features: vegan options · 2 The Square, Huntly, AB54 8AE · thebankrestauranthuntly.com
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Fish And Chips, Fast Food · Fish And Chips fast food · 12 Bogie Street, Huntly, AB54 8DX
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Cafe · cafe
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Cafe · cafe · The Square, Huntly, AB54 8AF
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Airports

Insch Airstrip 11 mi to the centre
Insch, Aberdeenshire, SCT, GB
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Pittodrie-House 15 mi to the centre
SCT, GB
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Insch Airstrip; 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Huntly, United Kingdom. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach