Torphins is situated in the heart of Royal Deeside. Its location is ideal for exploring the Grampian Highlands of Scotland. Rich in history, wildlife and natural beauty, Torphins is only 30 minutes from the Granite City of Aberdeen which has a huge array of shops, cinemas, theatres, museums, pubs and clubs. Torphins has a range of activities that caters for all verities of people. Within a 30 minute drive there are 35 golf courses (inc. Torphins own 9 hole course), an endless selection of country / mountain walks of various grades, numerous fishing / shooting opportunities on and around the River Dee and surrounding area, several whisky trails and distillery visits, countless castles, historic houses and monuments including the Queens highland retreat Balmoral Castle and Crathie Church, not to mention other exciting activities such as... Pony trekking, wildlife parks, gliding club, offroad driving, quad biking, archery, sailing, scuba diving and skiing