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Population: 21000
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Heather Glen Guest House
"Good Points: very good welcoming place, and very good place in city
General review: good time, very nice place
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Premier Inn Elgin
"Good Points: WE ARRIVED BEFORE 2PM CHECK-IN BUT STAFF HAD THE ROOM READY AND WE WERE ABLE TO GET IN EARLY WHICH WAS A BIG HELP AS WE STILL HAD ..." More
Southbank Guesthouse
"Good Points: very clean room, comfy bed.friendly staff and very tasty breakfast
General review: was a bit hard to find but would stay again no problem, town centre only 2 ..." More
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Elgin is a former Royal Burgh town in Moray, Scotland, situated 26 miles east of Inverness.
Elgin was founded by the Norse General Helgin, in the 10th century, created the first Scots burgh in 12th century by David I, received a Royal charter from Alexander II, before becoming a cathedral seat in 1224.
Buildings of historical interest include the Royal Castle on Lady Hill, demolished in the 16th century now dominated by a monument to the 5th duke of Gordon dating1839.
The Elgin Cathedral was once known as ‘lantern of the north’, the Cathedral was burned by the ‘Wolf of Badenock’ in 1390, the ruins are still impressive and a popular attraction.
St Giles Kirk is Greek revival with heavy Doric columns and pediments and tall classical tower. Nearby the ruins of Spynie Palace built c1300 offers an insight into the medieval community.
Elgin is an elegant town with Town hall, community centre, museum, gallery, theatre and a variety of shops.
Cooper Park has activities for all the family including a boating pond and sporting facilities, Elgin has a golf club, a driving range, and leisure centre with swimming pool, ice-rink and gym.
Glen Moray Distillery opens for visitors with guided tours.
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Campbell and McConnachie
Graeme M Fraser & Co
Grampian Independent Financial Services
Ritsons
Sandersons Financial Solutions
Scott Moncrieff & Co
Attraction
Duffus Castle
Elgin Cathedral
Glen Moray Distillery
Pluscarden Abbey
Spynie Palace
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Premier Inn Elgin *book online*
Cinema
The Moray Playhouse
Club
Joanna's Night Club
Council
Moray Council
Dentist
Dental Surgery
South Street Dental Practice
Doctor
Burghead Surgery
Elgin Health Centre
The Medical Centre
Estate Agent
Cockburns
General Accident Property Services
Solicitors Property Centre
Stewart & McIsaac
Farmers Market
Elgin Farmers Market
Golf Club
Elgin Golf Club
Hopeman Golf Club
Market
Elgin Farmers Market
Elgin Market
Pub and Bar
Birnie Inn
Bonnie Earl Bar
Braemou Inn
Caber Feidh Bar
Eight Acres Hotel
Golden Pheasant
Imperial Bar
Muckle Cross
Newmarket Bar
Rising Sun
Victoria Bar
White Horse Inn
Restaurant
Al Bahar
Ashvale Fish Restaurant
Beijing Restaurant
Birnie Inn
Capers Bistro
Eight Acres Hotel
Emperor Restaurant
Fortune Trading
Golden Pheasant
L Ali
Mansion House Hotel
Pizzeria Toscana
Plus Restaurant
School
Aberlour House
Gordonstoun School
Rosebrae School
Self-Catering
Clavie Cottage Self Catering
Solicitor
Allan Black & Mccaskie
Cruickshank
Taxi
A1 Cabs
City Taxis
Clover Cabs
Elite Taxis
Gordons Taxis
Moray Taxis
West Road Taxis
Vet
Miller & Swann
Veterinary Surgery
Wards Veterinary Centre
Sports Clubs
Elgin City Football Club (Football)
Shops
Yeadons
Ottakars PLC
Bay Tree Florists
Christies Florists Ltd
Boots
Petzone
Dorothy Perkins
G F Duthie
Bishopmill
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Evans
Esquire
Beggs Shoes & Bags
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DE Shoes
H Samuel
Gamestation
Superdrug
Millets
Comet
Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Specsavers
J J B Sports
Pets At Home
Gordon & MacPhail
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Heather Glen Guest House
(0.06 miles)
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A warm, family-run guest house, situated in a beautiful area half a minute walk from Elgin town centre. Quiet and peaceful are the hallmarks of Heather Glen.
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Southbank Guesthouse
(0.14 miles)
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Southbank is a Georgian town house in the middle of Elgin and the Whisky Trail. It is a few minutes' walk from the town centre's shops and restaurants.
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Sunninghill Hotel
(0.21 miles)
The Sunninghill, built in 1869 by a retired merchant sea captain stands imposingly in its grounds which originally contained the buildings own orchard and stables. The Sunninghill is situated not far from Elgin's main shopping ...
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The Lodge Elgin
(0.30 miles)
We have a variety of bedrooms, all with warmth and comfort in mind to make you feel special. Breakfasts can be a feast or just a little taste, whatever the choice we only use the ...
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Premier Inn Elgin
(1.05 miles)
Conveniently located for Elgin bus and train stations. For shops and local amenities Elgin town centre is only 2 miles away.
Our Elgin Premier Inn has everything you'd expect, incredibly comfy beds in every room and ...
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Eight Acres Hotel
(1.05 miles)
Eight Acres is the largest hotel in Speyside, offering a wide range of first class accommodation. Situated on the western approaches to Elgin, with a large car park it makes us the perfect place to ... more
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Stotfield Hotel
(5.08 miles)
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Against the stunning seaside backdrop of Lossiemouth in the Scottish Highlands, this Victorian hotel provides beautiful views over the Moray Firth, a 5 minute walk from unspoilt sandy beaches.
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Lossie Cottage
(5.30 miles)
Lossie cottage is situated at the heart of the popular seaside town of Lossiemouth on Scotlands beautiful Moray Firth and makes a super alternative to hotel accommodation for anyone looking for a short break whether ...
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Trochelhill Country House
(6.22 miles)
Located in the heart of Moray, Trochelhill is set in 2 acres of beautiful rural Speyside, with the famous Whisky Trail on our doorstep. Many whisky distilleries are only a short drive away, Glen Grant, ...
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