We are thrilled to share the news that The Aberdeenshire Affa Fine Open-Air Markets will continue throughout the year in our new larger venue Milton of Crathes. The beautiful complex offers ample free parking onsite, toilets and new access road directly off the A93 and direct access to the Deeside Way.

Milton of Crathes is easily accessible by all the North-East and offers a fantastic scenic location, whilst having a selection of shops, eatery, historic attractions and plentiful selection of local independent shops in Banchory itself just a 5 minutes’ drive away. Free parking will be available alongside the market, making the market more accessible for those less abled.

“We are delighted to be creating a safe space to support the North Easts local traders, makers and car booters. Milton of Crathes is a stunning back drop to host our market which is a great day out for all the family” Adam Simpson – Operations Manager Etiom

We bring together local makers, market traders and car boots all within a socially distanced open-air market. We believe now more than ever it’s important to be supporting local. We promote local food and drinks, arts, and crafts, repurposing and upcycling, clothing and accessories, home, and garden and so much more.

Now welcoming car booters, Ideal for those looking to re-purpose their household items or make some additional cash after your lockdown de clutter.

Markets will take place between 10am -4pm on;

• Sunday, 2^nd2 May
• Sunday, 6^th June
• Sunday, 4^th July
• Sunday, 5^th September
• Sunday, 3^rd October
• Sunday, 7^th November
• Sunday, 5^th December

The Aberdeenshire market will be held on the first Sunday of each month from 10am-4pm within the Events Field at Milton of Crathes in Aberdeenshire, next to the existing Milton of Crathes shops and Royal Deeside Railway.