{"id":2563,"date":"2021-07-04T22:34:38","date_gmt":"2021-07-04T22:34:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=2563"},"modified":"2021-07-04T22:34:39","modified_gmt":"2021-07-04T22:34:39","slug":"whats-it-like-to-live-in-stonehaven","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/whats-it-like-to-live-in-stonehaven\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s it like to live in Stonehaven?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Situated on the Scottish coast 15 miles south\nof Aberdeen, Stonehaven is a picturesque harbour town with a rich fishing\nheritage and bustling local community. It has become a well-known tourist spot\nthanks to attractions such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dunnottarcastle.co.uk\/\">Dunnottar Castle<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stonehavenopenairpool.co.uk\/\">an\nOlympic sized open air swimming pool<\/a> and its yearly <a href=\"https:\/\/stonehavenfireballs.co.uk\/\">Hogmanay\nfestivities<\/a>, but residents of the town also benefit from good local\nschools and a wealth of great amenities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With nearby Aberdeen being just a 20-minute\ntrain journey or 30-minute car ride away, commuters can enjoy the small-town\natmosphere and beautiful scenery of Stonehaven whilst working in the city. Much\nmore than just a picture-perfect tourist spot, this small town has much to\noffer for homeowners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The desirability of Stonehaven\u2019s seaside\nlocation is reflected in the average house price, which came in at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rightmove.co.uk\/house-prices\/stonehaven.html?country=england&amp;searchLocation=Stonehaven\">\u00a3240,801<\/a> over the last year. Whilst not the\ncheapest part of Aberdeenshire, house prices in Stonehaven are on par with the\ncounty overall and significantly more affordable than pricey Aboyne (\u00a3333,689)\nand Banchory (\u00a3292,117).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stonehaven has good transport links and has\nits own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scotrail.co.uk\/plan-your-journey\/stations-and-facilities\/stn\">train station<\/a> which is conveniently located\nwithin the town centre. Aberdeen is just 20 minutes away and Edinburgh can be\nreached via a direct train service in 2 hours and 15 minutes. For those wishing\nto travel within the town itself, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/stonehavenlandtrain\/\">land\ntrain<\/a> is a novel way to reach the harbour, swimming pool and castle\nand is always a big hit with the kids!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The nearby A90 bypass means the town is easily\naccessible by car whilst keeping busy traffic out of the centre, and with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aberdeenairport.com\/\">Aberdeen\nAirport<\/a> a 30-minute drive away, overseas travel is convenient too. A\nreliable and well used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stagecoachbus.com\/\">bus service<\/a> runs in the local area, with the scenic\nseaside route of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stagecoachbus.com\/promos-and-offers\/east-scotland\/x7-coastrider\">X7 Coastrider<\/a> proving particularly popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Schools\nand Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Children of all ages are well catered for in\nStonehaven, with a wide selection of schools on offer from nursery to higher\neducation. For preschoolers, there\u2019s the well regarded <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecroft.org\/\">Croft Nurseries<\/a>\nand the <a href=\"http:\/\/simpsonplayhouse.co.uk\/\">Simpson\nPlayhouse<\/a> and local primary schools have also performed well at the\nmost recent Education Scotland inspection. These include <a href=\"https:\/\/dunnottar.aberdeenshire.sch.uk\/\">Dunnottar\nPrimary<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/online.aberdeenshire.gov.uk\/apps\/schools-contacts\/detail.asp?schoolid=kadp\">Arduthie Primary School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/milloforest.aberdeenshire.sch.uk\/\">Mill\nO\u2019 Forest Primary School<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For secondary school aged students Stonehaven\nalso has plenty of options. There\u2019s the ever popular <a href=\"https:\/\/mackie.aberdeenshire.sch.uk\/\">Mackie\nAcademy<\/a>, as well as the <a href=\"https:\/\/mearns.aberdeenshire.sch.uk\/\">Mearns\nAcademy<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/ellonacademy.aberdeenshire.sch.uk\/\">Ellon Academy.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a local SEN school, <a href=\"https:\/\/carronhill.aberdeenshire.sch.uk\/\">Carronhill\nSchool<\/a>, which provides education for pupils aged between 5 and 18.\nThe school fosters an inclusive environment and provides children with the\nadditional support they need to achieve their best. The <a href=\"https:\/\/bachlawprojects.co.uk\/\">Bachlaw\nCentre<\/a> accepts referrals for students aged between 8 and 15 who have\nexperienced a range of difficult experiences and puts their education and\nhappiness at the centre of learning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nescol.ac.uk\/\">Aberdeen College<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/dundeeandangus.ac.uk\/\">Dundee and\nAngus College<\/a> both offer places for students aged 16+ on higher\neducation, Scottish Higher and apprenticeship courses. There are also two universities\nin Aberdeen, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abdn.ac.uk\/\">University\nof Aberdeen<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rgu.ac.uk\/\">Robert Gordon University<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leisure\nand Amenities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Residents of Stonehaven enjoy access to\nnumerous amenities and leisure facilities, all within easy reach of the town.\nThere\u2019s the weekly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningstonehaven.com\/home\/find\/lister\/stonehaven-farmers-and-produce-market_1778\">farmer\u2019s market<\/a> which prides itself on\nstocking the freshest and most local produce, as well as many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningstonehaven.com\/home\/find\/shopping_77\">independent shops<\/a> in the town centre selling\nhomewares, gifts, specialty foods and clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more outdoorsy types there\u2019s an Olympic\nsized <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stonehavenopenairpool.co.uk\/\">open air swimming pool<\/a> which is open from May to September\nand is filled with cleaned, natural sea water. There\u2019s also the nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rspb.org.uk\/reserves-and-events\/reserves-a-z\/fowlsheugh\/\">RSPB Fowlsheugh Reserve<\/a> where the stunning\ncliffs house countless seabirds including guillemots, puffins, and razorbills.\nEagle-eyed nature lovers can also spot grey seals and dolphins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a working harbour town Stonehaven is home\nto numerous picturesque <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/scotland\/aberdeenshire\/stonehaven\">coastal walks and paths<\/a>, as well as a <a href=\"https:\/\/asyc.org.uk\/\">yacht club<\/a>\nand <a href=\"https:\/\/stonehavenangling.com\/\">sea\nangling facilities<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitscotland.com\/info\/towns-villages\/stonehaven-beach-p315901\">beaches<\/a> attract thousands of visitors each\nyear and nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dunnottarcastle.co.uk\/\">Castle Dunnottar<\/a> is a great day out for all\nthe family to learn a bit more about the area\u2019s heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Food and drink enthusiasts will be pleased to\nknow that Stonehaven has numerous great cafes, pubs, and restaurants. <a href=\"https:\/\/auntybettys.com\/\">Aunt Betty\u2019s ice\ncream parlour<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thebayfishandchips.co.uk\/\">The Bay Fish and Chips<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolbooth-restaurant.co.uk\/\">The\nTolbooth Seafood Restaurant<\/a> all come highly recommended, with pubs\nlike <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigreddirectory.com\/market-bar-stonehaven\">Market Bar<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shipinnstonehaven.com\/\">The Ship\nInn<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.troupersbar.co.uk\/\">The Trouper\u2019s Bar<\/a> also popular with locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s\nOn<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stonehaven is well known for its busy social\ncalendar, with a whole range of events and festivals for all ages. Perhaps the\nbest known one is on the very first night of the year, when the town puts on its\nannual <a href=\"https:\/\/stonehavenfireballs.co.uk\/\">Hogmanay\ncelebrations<\/a>. There\u2019s a whole night of fireworks, revelry and even\nflaming fireballs being paraded through the streets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Throughout the summer Stonehaven hosts a\nseries of traditional events including the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.feeinmarket.org.uk\/\">Feein\u2019 Market<\/a>\nwhich sees music, dance and entertainment come to the Market Square with the\nregular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningstonehaven.com\/home\/find\/lister\/stonehaven-farmers-and-produce-market_1778\">Farmer\u2019s Market<\/a> also setting up stall. The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stonehavenfolkfestival.co.uk\/32nd-stonehaven-festival-re-scheduled-to-2022\/\">Folk Festival<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/stonehavenhighlandgames.com\/\">Highland\nGames<\/a> are also firm favourites with locals, who embrace the history\nof the area and celebrate their rich heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">History buffs will be pleased to know there\u2019s\nalso a permanent exhibition at the St James Episcopal Church called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stjames-stonehaven.org.uk\/priests-and-pipes-exhibition\/\">Priests and Pipes<\/a>. Visitors can explore the\nhistory of local churches and religion in the area as well as learning about\nthe building\u2019s architecture and organ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those looking for something a little livelier,\nthe yearly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.midsummerbeerhappening.co.uk\/\">Midsummer Beer Happening<\/a> is a popular beer\nfestival which showcases over 140 different brews, many from brewers across\nEurope, America, and the UK. June also sees the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stonehavenguide.net\/rw-thomson-annual-vintage-rally\">RW Thomson Annual Memorial Rally<\/a> take place to\ncelebrate the inventor of the pneumatic tyre as visitors admire thousands of\nvintage cars and automobiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Crime\nand Safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As part of Aberdeenshire South, Stonehaven\nbenefits from several local policing policies and projects in the area to\nimprove the safety of the community. There is a dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scotland.police.uk\/your-community\/north-east\/aberdeenshire-south\/\">Local Area Commander<\/a>, as well as Community\nPolicing Teams and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scotland.police.uk\/spa-media\/5nvbwit0\/aberdeenshire-local-police-plan-2020-23.pdf?view=Standard\">Local Policing Plan <\/a>which covers 2020-2023. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are also several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ourwatch.org.uk\/get-involved\/find-my-local-scheme?address=AB39%202JQ\">Neighbourhood Watch<\/a> schemes in the local area\nas the close-knit community look out for each other and remain vigilant against\npetty crime and anti-social behaviour. This combination of police schemes and\nresidents with a strong sense of community make Stonehaven a safe place to live\nwith relatively low crime rates.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Want to know more?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out current properties available in Stonehaven <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/houses-for-sale\/stonehaven-aberdeenshire\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Situated on the Scottish coast 15 miles south of Aberdeen, Stonehaven is a picturesque harbour town with a rich fishing heritage and bustling local community. 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