Turriff Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

The Old Post Office Museum

The Old Post Office Museum, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  The museum has a permanent display of local history, including many old photos of the town.One of the locals is always on hand to give you a free guided tour, but brush up on your Scottish dialect first though! 

Fife Arms Hotel

Fife Arms Hotel, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  The Fife Arms Hotel is a country Inn built in 1770 and overlooks the market Place of Turriff. This became famous as the location of a riot in November 1913 when an attempt was made to sell the "Turra Coo" a white cow that had been seized from a local farmer for non-payment... 

The Mercat Cross

The Mercat Cross, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  The Mercat Cross, Turriff was originally erected in 1512. It signified the right to have a market in the town. The cross was replaced by the current 20ft. high red sandstone structure in 1865. 

St Congan's Church

St Congan's Church, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  The ruins of a very early church. The bellcote still on view dates back to 1635.There are old tombstones and for the morbid there are plenty of old gravestones in the churchyard full of historical data. 

The Turriff Show

The Turriff Show, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  Held annually on the frisr Sunday and Monday of August, the Turriff Show is the largest 2 day agricultural show in Scotland. Famed for its livestock and horse exhibitions, there are also many other interesting things to see and over 250 trade stalls.This year saw the 140th... 

Hotels  

Royal British Legion Social Club: Never before!

Royal British Legion Social Club: Never before!, Turriff

 iaint Says:  When my host told me I'd be staying here I was highly sceptical (British Legion is the UK's ex servicemen's organisation, mostly known for having social clubs everywhere selling ultra cheap booze, and I'd never heard of one with accommodation). It turned out to be fine. A... 

Turriff Caravan Site: Happy Camping

Turriff Caravan Site: Happy Camping, Turriff

 stevezero Says:   S.T.B Grade Four Star15 fully serviced seasonal stances.42 touring stances with electric hook-up.15 tent/touring stances without electric.Shop, laundry and toilet/shower facilities on site.ChargesCaravan or motor home: £12.40 per night. £13.90 per night end July - August. 

Fife Arms Hotel: Local Inn

Fife Arms Hotel: Local Inn, Turriff

 stevezero Says:   3 star9 en suite rooms. First-class restaurant, bar and lounge. Small meeting room and function suite for up to 50 people. 

Restaurants  

Moonlight Tandoori: Excellent

Moonlight Tandoori: Excellent, Turriff

 iaint Says:  Small place and busy on a Saturday. We got in early, so we were OK.Friendly & efficient service. The were 11 of us, and the staff coped well, although one of our Norwegian contingent didn't feel ready for curry and his chicken & chips didn't look so exciting.Can't comment on... 

Celebrations: Great cakes and coffee

Celebrations: Great cakes and coffee, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  Come and sample an appealing selection of morning coffees, lunches, afternoon teas with delicious home bakes, scones, freshly grilled pancakes and meringues as part of the tempting selection.lunches inclde choice of soups including the famous Cullen Skink fish soupAlso a... 

Shopping  

Nickel 'n Dime: Bit of eveything

Nickel 'n Dime: Bit of eveything, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  The place to go for inexpensive gifts, furniture and things you never knew you needed until you saw them her. And all at great prices too... Whatever takes your fancy 

Biggest shop in town

Biggest shop in town, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  Biggest store in town, Well known locally for gifts, fancy goods and everthing you could want for the home.Also has mens and ladies clothing and a great cafe Local crafts 

A. E. Brown, Butcher: Great Butcher with homemade produce

A. E. Brown, Butcher: Great Butcher with homemade produce, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  Local butcher supplying quality local produce including meat pies to die for. Try the steak and stilton - superb. Even better than Aussie pies Pies, steak, sausage 

Scotch Corner: Scottish gifts

Scotch Corner: Scottish gifts, Turriff

 stevezero Says:  Selling produce and sounds of Scotland, including bagpipes, kilts, Scottish music and videos DVD's etc., 

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