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East of Banff, Gamrie is situated between the two fishing villages of Macduff and Gardenstown. It also lies along the popular Moray Firth Coastal Trail and the North East 250 driving and cycling route, making it a handy stop-off. Here, located on a farm, Wester Bonnyton is a quiet campsite with pitches for caravans, motorhomes and tents.
Heading 15 minutes inland, the small town of Turriff is known for its very popular agricultural show, The Turra Show, which attracts tens of thousands of visitors a year. Nearby, the magnificent, rose-hued Fyvie Castle is worth a visit for its art-filled interiors and wildlife-filled gardens. Set in 200 acres of woodland with a fishing lake and bicycle hire on site, Greenwood Loch Holiday Park and Activity Centre is the ideal site for outdoor enthusiasts to pitch a tent or park a caravan.
For the best chance of good weather—pleasantly warm rather than terribly hot—and long daylight hours, summer is the best time to explore Banff and the wider Aberdeenshire region. The ever-popular Turra Show typically takes place in early August and is well worth a visit for a glimpse of local culture. May and September offer a good alternative for dodging the peak season crowds. Winter in Aberdeenshire is typically wet and can often be stormy.