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Known for
The Braemar Gathering (the world's most famous Highland Games, attended by the Royal Family every September), Braemar Castle, the Cairngorms National Park, and the highest village in the Highlands
A little history
Braemar sits at 340 metres — one of the highest villages in Britain. The Braemar Gathering has been held since 1832 and the Royal Family has attended annually since Queen Victoria's time. Braemar Castle, built in 1628, was garrisoned by Hanoverian troops after the Jacobite risings.
The Braemar Gathering in September is extraordinary — book tickets months in advance. The Cairngorms walking from the village is spectacular. Braemar Castle for the history. The village in winter snow is magical.
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The village has excellent independent cafes and a hotel restaurant. Local Highland game, beef and produce are exceptional. The Fife Arms hotel has outstanding food.
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The Gathering and Cairngorms tourism entirely drive Braemar's economy. The Fife Arms has transformed the village's food and hospitality profile.
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Braemar is a place in Royal Deeside known for the Braemar Gathering (the world's most famous Highland Games, attended by the Royal Family every September), Braemar Castle, the Cairngorms National Park, and the highest village in the Highlands. Braemar sits at 340 metres — one of the highest villages in Britain. The population is around 500.
The village has excellent independent cafes and a hotel restaurant. Local Highland game, beef and produce are exceptional. The Fife Arms hotel has outstanding food.
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