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Known for
BrewDog's home (Scotland's most famous craft brewery is based here), the Ythan valley, Haddo House (National Trust), and an Aberdeenshire market town growing as an Aberdeen commuter centre
A little history
Ellon is the home of BrewDog — the craft beer brewery founded in 2007 that transformed British craft beer culture. The BrewDog brewery and visitor centre are based here. Haddo House, an elegant 18th century mansion designed by William Adam, is a short drive away.
BrewDog's Lone Wolf bar and brewery tours at their Ellon HQ are excellent. Haddo House for the architecture and grounds. The Ythan estuary for birdwatching. The town centre for local Aberdeenshire shopping.
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BrewDog's Lone Wolf bar has excellent food and beer. The town has independent cafes. Local Aberdeenshire produce is good. Aberdeen is close for wider dining.
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Ellon is a place in Aberdeenshire known for brewDog's home (Scotland's most famous craft brewery is based here), the Ythan valley, Haddo House (National Trust), and an Aberdeenshire market town growing as an Aberdeen commuter centre. Ellon is the home of BrewDog — the craft beer brewery founded in 2007 that transformed British craft beer culture. The population is around 12,000.
BrewDog's Lone Wolf bar has excellent food and beer. The town has independent cafes. Local Aberdeenshire produce is good. Aberdeen is close for wider dining.
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