Housed in part of the former Roman Catholic national junior seminary 7 miles southwest of Aberdeen, Blairs Museum offers a unique insight into Scotland’s Catholic history and heritage with spectacular collections spanning more than 500 years.
“For 157 years, Blairs College was home to a magnificent collection of paintings, church textiles, sacred silver and Jacobite memorabilia belonging to the Scottish Roman Catholic Church.
From its establishment Blairs College was recognised as a safe place to receive and preserve artefacts relating to Scotland’s Catholic heritage. Over the years Blairs accumulated an internationally renowned collection of fine and decorative art from a number of benefactors, including bishops, priests and friends of Blairs as well as inheriting important collections from the former Scots Colleges throughout Europe. When the College closed in 1986, an independent trust was created, overseen by the Scottish Catholic Heritage Commission, to preserve, interpret and display this important collection of religious heritage.
Today, Blairs Museum gives visitors a unique insight into Scotland’s Catholic heritage, providing an enjoyable, memorable, and inspiring experience for all.”
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Yatai Izakaya is an intimate local eatery with a casual atmosphere, modern Japanese food that practices traditional technique while utilising the best ingredients that Aberdeenshire has to offer…
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“The Aberdeen Mosque and Islamic Centre (AMIC) is the main mosque and Islamic centre in Aberdeen, Scotland. AMIC is a charitable, non profitable, non political organisation. Its purpose is to hold congregational prayers and Islamic religious activities, with provision of free religious services to members of the Muslim community relating to Islamic marriage, birth, death and burial in accordance with Scottish law. AMIC also aims to promote unity and provide channels for better communication and understanding between the Muslims and non-Muslims in the area.”
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Footdee is an area of Aberdeen, Scotland known locally as “Fittie”. It is an old fishing village at the east end of the harbour. The name is actually folk etymology. Far from being “Foot of the Dee/Fit o the Dee”, it is actually a corruption of a former dedication to a “St Fittick”.
The area has had a settlement as far back as the Medieval times and the first recorded reference to the area of Fittie was in the year 1398. This village was slightly further North than where Footdee is now located.On an 1828 map, the new housing squares were specifically labelled ‘Fish Town’. ‘Footdee’ referred to the larger area from St. Clement’s Church to ‘Fish Town’. Later, the name ‘Footdee’ was used to refer specifically to the housing squares, with ‘Fish Town’ becoming forgotten.
Wikipedia Entry
Footdee – A hidden gem in Aberdeen
In pictures: The quirky Aberdeen village of Footdee
“Welcome to CASC bar. We specialise in Cigars, Ale, Scotch and Coffee
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Cigars – Tucked away to the rear of the bar sits Aberdeen’s only walk-in humidor, specialising in Cuban cigars.
Ale – We love beer. Our extensive craft and world beer selection includes an ever-changing range of 24 draught beers offering some of the most exciting, original and (most importantly) delicious beers from around the world. Don’t fancy draught? That’s fine; our fridges are jam-packed with over 200 varieties of bottled beers too.
Scotch – Our bar gantry sports one of the most impressive Scotch whisky collections in the city. Fact. Not only do we stock over 250 different choices, but we do our best to track down some of the more unusual expressions from some of your favourite distilleries. We also offer a range of regional tasting flights, whisky tasting events and our staff will gladly help you choose the perfect beer and whisky pairings.
Coffee – With both espresso and syphon brewing methods and a choice of coffee bean styles and flavours, we aim to provide you with the best coffee experience in town. Not only that but our coffee menu runs late into the evening allowing you to enjoy a brew anytime you like.
At CASC you may feel like you’re spoiled for choice, but our friendly, passionate staff are always happy to help you select the perfect drink for any occasion.”
