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The Salmon Bothy

Links Road, | Portsoy, Portsoy AB45 2SS, Scotland
01261 842 951
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Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Portsoy
4.5 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Museums
Owner description: Completed in 1834 and recently restored, the Bothy is a superb example of a salmon house with working and living accommodation. The intimate museum...... more » Owner description: Completed in 1834 and recently restored, the Bothy is a superb example of a salmon house with working and living accommodation. The intimate museum tells the story of Portsoy’s harbour and town as a trading, smuggling and fishing port. Explore your roots in the fully equipped genealogical research facility and use the Bothy as a base to explore Portsoy’s splendid harbour and town, plus great walks along the coast. 'Upstairs at the Bothy' is a unique and charming venue space regularly hosting musical events, workshops and activities. With a capacity of 60 people it makes a perfect meeting place or party venue and is available to hire. « less
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

Run by extremely friendly local volunteers in Portsoy who have created a lovely museum and centre for communal activities including making boats which they are trying to re-introduce to Portsoy permanently. Also have a genealogy database. More

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

Quaint little historical site, very friendly people in a beautiful area. More

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Portsoy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

The Folk Night (7:30 pm every 3rd Friday of the month) is not to be missed. It's held in the historic Salmon Bothy which provides a very suitable ambience. Entry is only £3 which includes a hot drink and biscuit at the interval. You an also take your own snacks and drinks (including alcohol). The singing and music is a... More

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Billericay, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

a warm welcome and informative guide. Fascinating venue. Sad about the loss of the salmon fishing industry but a real keepsake for future generations to learn about. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2011
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A lovely little attraction in Portsoy. Very interesting, tells you all about the history of the area. The building used to be an ice house. Would recommend it to everyone. The guide was very helpful. We were a group of 4 couples but children would also enjoy it . We also walked around the harbour which was very enjoyable. More

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Elgin, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 July 2010
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This historic building has been beautifully restored with a great deal of hard work by local folk in conjunction with government agencies. We had an excellent guided tour from a local volunteer when our walking group visited last week. It gives the visitor an insight into the historic past of this fishing community while providing a social centre for the... More

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Banffshire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2010
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Interesting displays on local area and history of salmon fishing, with boats, nets, weights etc that the kids could touch. Loads of activities going on as well. More

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