The Gordon Highlanders Museum
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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10 reasons to visit We’ve introduced easy to understand tours for all the family, which include a mini-figure hunt. The tour is suitable for children 5+. Hollywood and Scottish actor Dougray Scott narrates a special film called “The Gordons Golden Thread.” Check it out when you visit, you won’t be disappointed. New film theatre New facilities including a 75-inch screen and bespoke seating in our film theatre for comfort and style. Audio tours are available in nine languages, including Doric. Classic tour 90 mins +/ Highlights Tour 45mins+ Our tours give an introduction to the Museum and share some fascinating stories from our Nationally Significant Collection. Try our exciting Cafe at the Museum. Relax in our Beautiful Victorian Walled Garden Visit our full-size replica World War One trench and see what life was like in the 14 -18 War. This summer visit our new D-Day Exhibition, you may even meet a Veteran who was there! The only 5-star Visit Scotland Museum in Aberdeen.
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- CestVrai20 contributionsWell worth it, excellent team and visitor experienceWe visited today and we are so glad we did. Fantastic museum, warm friendly and incredibly knowledgeable staff and volunteers. Well worth a visit. Thank you so much for the whole experience and the cafe… lovely, clean and excellent choice and value.Hello Folks Thanks for the great vote of confidence. We love meeting visitors and telling our story, glad you rated our hospitality tops too!Written 13 November 2023This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 8 November 2023
- Michael DNorth Shields, United Kingdom400 contributionsFabulous museumWe visited this museum in May. On arrival, we were offered an audio guide or a guided tour with a veteran. The museum is set out with the history of the regiment, a silver room, an armory and a dinning room set for a formal dinner. There is also a cafe, memorial garden and re-created trenches. It is brilliant for all ages and the vetran made the visit even more special.Hi Folks Thanks for visiting and thanks for taking the time to write such a wonderful review.Written 28 May 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 23 May 2024
- Lucas David M1 contributionExcellent museum one of the bestI have visitedbrilliant tour of this muesum lots of interesting and informative things to learn. excellent tour guide called Jim who made the visit very special. Will definitely be going back. Also the cafe is very good. And the garden great for exploring. Lucas aged 9Hello Lucas So glad you visited and had such a good time. I will pass your thanks onto Jim, he does an excellent tour! We look forward to welcoming you again soon......Written 9 July 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten 8 July 2024
- DunelmArtsAberdeen, United Kingdom1,208 contributionsLovely little museumA lovely little museum detailing the illustrious history of the Gordon Highlanders. This year there is also a special exhibition commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D Day landings. All the staff were excellent, from the warm greeting at the reception desk to the assistant serving at the cafe. There's a beautiful garden in which to enjoy your cup of tea if the weather is warm enough to sit outside. Well worth a visit.Well worth the visit....thank you so much for your positive 5 star review for our Museum and our warm helpful assistants in our cafe.... Thank you for visiting, I will pass your feed back onto all the team.Written 2 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited July 2024Travelled soloWritten 28 August 2024
- RachelCaboolture, Australia12 contributionsEducational experience for AustraliansWe enjoyed our Museum experience. The staff were accomodating in all areas of our experience. Staff were informed and Keira in particular who guided our tour through the Trench shared her vast knowledge and took time out to answer questions and that helped make our time memorable.Hi Folks Really glad you enjoyed the Museum and thanks for the 5 star review. I will pass your appreciation on to Keira who will be with so pleased with your feedback.Written 14 September 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 7 September 2024
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ajm549
Aberdeen, UK214 contributions
Jul 2021
This is a small, well run museum at the far edges of walking distance from the centre of the town. The regiment shows an astonishing history of this famous Scottish regiment. Well worth taking the audio guide but remember to only press the play button just as you are ready to listen otherwise you might miss the first few words. Lovely little garden at the back in which you can take refreshments from the cafe. Even for small children there is enough to keep them amused. Look at the other features of the house which used to belong to famous Scottish artist George Reid.
Written 26 July 2021
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Thank you for taking the time to note the highs of your visit, its great to feel appreciated.
Thanks for visiting.
Written 30 July 2021
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Stephen C
Wollongong, Australia792 contributions
May 2022
We had a great guided tour lead by the very capable and engaging John and the personal touch just made the tour so much more enjoyable. There is a lot to take in and some very fine displays showcasing the long history of the regiment.
The Cafe was an added bonus and staff were wonderful.
Definately would recommend if you have a personal connection to the regiment, enjoy military or are just a history buff.
The Cafe was an added bonus and staff were wonderful.
Definately would recommend if you have a personal connection to the regiment, enjoy military or are just a history buff.
Written 20 May 2022
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I will pass your compliments onto John who will be very pleased to hear your comments, he does certaily add the personal touch.
I'm also glad you held our Cafe in high esteem as this all adds to the quality expereince we strive to achieve.
Thanks for your recommendation and taking time to visit.
Written 25 May 2022
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staycheeky
Aberdeen, UK110 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
It’s been a while since I visited this museum and there have been a few changes. The museum is fantastic with lots of interesting displays and information. A new outside area which is a mock up of one of the trenches. You need a guide to view this. Roy was our man and wow, he has so much knowledge. He also gave us information when we viewed some of the other rooms and I could have listened to him all day. We only had 2 hours to spare this time which included a visit to the cafe. The staff were very good to us and the food was lovely. This museum is a must for anyone visiting the area but give yourself plenty of time because there is a lot to see. We didn’t get a chance to see the gardens but next time we will allow longer. Fantastic, fantastic, fantastic. We will be back, meantime, “Stay Cheeky.”
Written 14 February 2020
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Always great to hear such positive responses.
We all love and have great pride in our museum. The trench has proved most popular and Roy does have a terrific knowledge of The Gordon Highlanders.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another visit showcasing 'Our History with Our Hospitality'.
Written 15 February 2020
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gintyjane
scotland86 contributions
Jul 2021 • Couples
What a lovely wee museum. We were greeted by everyone we met all of whom are clearly very proud of their Highlander heritage. Displays were interesting, colourful, well laid out and the audio guide was a great addition. Had tea and scone in the beautiful gardens.
Written 10 July 2021
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Thank you for visiting our Museum.
The audio guide is a new addition to the Museum this season and is proving very popular.
The gardens this year as you say are looking beautiful and have been filling up with Museum and Cafe visitors a like especially in this lovely weather.
Written 14 July 2021
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Isobel S
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Jun 2021 • Family
I’ve been bringing my children here since they were small . It’s an amazing museum and so personal . I think it’s made them appreciate how hard it actually was in the war . Only niggle I have is the tea room was always run by lovely volunteers -now it seems it runs by another coffee shop and it’s prices reflect that -
Written 25 July 2021
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Thanks for your continual support of The Gordon Highlanders Museum, we do like the personal touch.
Our cafe is now run as a community partnership between ourselves and a local cafe brand. This has given us assistance especially after being closed for so long. We still have lovely helpful volunteers in all areas of the Museum including the cafe on most days.
Written 28 July 2021
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Dawn W
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Oct 2021
After living in Aberdeen for past 19 years we finally made it to the Gordon Highlanders Museum! Booked a family ticket online including a tour guide. Our amazing guide was Bert Innes….a true gentleman. What an experience- Bert was knowledgeable and interesting and captivated us with his stories and facts. Highly recommend a visit!
Written 19 October 2021
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Thank you for coming and thank you for taking the time to write such a positive review.
As you say Bert is a true gentleman and his wealth of knowledge is tremendous, he is such an asset to the Museum.
Please don't leave it 19 years until your next visit!
Written 22 October 2021
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Louise D
Dordrecht, The Netherlands746 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
I always like to visit museums and this museum also seemed interesting to my mother, so I bought tickets for our stay in Aberdeen. It is located outside the center but is easily accessible by public transport. There is a lot to see about the Gordon Highlanders regiment. Some volunteers have even been members. Many museums in the UK are free, but this private museum is not. We didn't mind that at all because it is an interesting museum. Be sure to visit the garden and the museum café.
Written 6 June 2024
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Hello Louise (and your mother!)
Really pleased you enjoyed yorselves so much and said that The Museum was all round good value for money.
I will pass your compliments on to all.
Thanks for visiting.
Written 9 July 2024
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Gordon D
London, UK243 contributions
Aug 2022
Visited the museum whilst staying in Montrose, our father and our uncle were both in the Gordon Highlanders, will get them to do some research for us. Found our uncle mentioned in the book St Valarie and the Aftermath.
A lot of very interesting items on show, some film shows and a mock up trench out in the gardens, very informative, you can walk about with hand held eletronic guides at your own pace.
Set in very nice gardens, refreshments available from the cafe and a small gift shop
A lot of very interesting items on show, some film shows and a mock up trench out in the gardens, very informative, you can walk about with hand held eletronic guides at your own pace.
Set in very nice gardens, refreshments available from the cafe and a small gift shop
Written 3 September 2022
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Hello Gordon D
With relatives in the Gordons we especially like to meet you to see if we can fill in any blanks in your family history.
Alwatys willing to help.
St Valerie and the Aftermath is a great publication to start at.
Thanks for taking the time to visit and review.
Written 24 September 2022
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Howard B
New Jersey337 contributions
Apr 2023
As I had been at the 1994 Edinburgh Military Tattoo featuring, "Farewell to the Gordons," I wanted to see the museum of a regiment I was already familiar with. It's a nice bus ride from downtown on the 4,5, or 6 bus, Queen's Road is particularly pretty, and a short walk from the bus stop. The building is definitely not what you would picture a military museum being housed in; it's a former home and studio of artist Sir George Reid and is itself worthy of study. They offer an audio guide or a human guide, I went for the latter, a man named Stewart who knew everything there was to know and was the perfect guide: outgoing, friendly and knowledgeable. There are rooms galore stuffed with artifacts dating back to the 18th century. The Gordons fought almost everywhere so most conflicts are documented. One of the little things I noticed was one of the display cases said it was provided by Dame Judi Dench. How's that for having friends in high places? I have been to many, and I mean MANY, British military museums since the Imperial War Museum in London in 1992, and this is certainly one of the top collections. Add to it the cozy setting in a home instead of a huge building and you have a wonderful place to spend a few hours.
Written 26 April 2023
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Hello Howard B
Thank you for taking your time to visit us here at The Gordon highlanders Museum.
Thank you again for all your positive comments and feedback, we are all proud of our Museum.
I will pass your thanks onto Stewart, who tells a great story and has a great knowledge of The Regiment.
I love your summing up;
"A wonderful place to spend a few hours"
Written 3 May 2023
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Chaz T
Canton, OH10 contributions
Oct 2022
Well worth the time and effort. Very informative on the Gordon Highlanders. I did not know what to expect but the facility, information and friendly staff made this a fantastic experience. If you think you might not be interested in the Gordon Highlanders you will be pleased after you experience the museum. I will be go back the next time I am in Aberdeen.
Written 3 November 2022
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Wonderful, so happy you rated us 5 star!
Look forward to welcoming you back again.
Thanks for visiting and thanks for taking the time to leave a review.
Written 21 December 2022
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Hi, thanks for your inquiry.
Advance ticket purchase is not necessary, however if you do buy online at the museum's website you do get a 5% discount on admission cost.
Written 14 May 2019
Good Morning and thanks for getting in touch.
Yes the Tea Room and all the internal Museum exhibits and exhibitions are disability friendly.
Bryan Snelling
Chief Executive
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Written 12 March 2019
Good Morning and thanks for getting in touch.
Yes the Tea Room and all the internal Museum exhibits and exhibitions are disability friendly.
Bryan Snelling
Chief Executive
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Written 12 March 2019
HI Ronnie,
If you check out our website it should give you all the information you need.
Otherwise
Adults = £8
Concession= £6
Children =£4.50
Family Ticket = £16
Regards
Bryan
Written 25 May 2018
Do they have a painting of Col William Dunsmore who served at Mysore
Written 5 February 2017
I have just read your question so huge apologies for not replying sooner. I have no idea on the painting but if you give them a call I am sure they would let you know. Perhaps you have already done this.
Written 28 July 2017
Hell
Yes we have wheelchairs available. If you ask at reception someone will be able to bring one out to your car and help.
Regards
Bryan Snelling
Chief Executive
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Written 4 October 2016
Did Sir Peter Graham start the Gordon Highlanders Museum?He is married to my mother's cousin,so I was interested.Also my grandfather was in the Highlanders.
Written 27 July 2016
Hello. Yes Sir Peter was the founder of the Museum in its present form. The museum was opened in 1997.
Written 28 July 2016
Hi, could you tell me the age that you consider some to be a senior citizen (regards admission charges)
Many thanks
Mike..
Written 6 June 2016
Hi Mike
Thanks for getting in touch. We consider senior citizens to be 60 years and over.
Look forward to seeing you at the Museum.
Bryan Snelling
Chief Executive
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Written 10 June 2016
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