Towns & cities · Scottish Highlands
Oldmeldrum
Also known as: Mealdruim
Oldmeldrum — village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Inverurie · 6.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Oldmeldrum is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 3,140 people. Address: AB51. Wikidata describes it as: "village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK". Coordinates: 57.3350°, -2.3200°.
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From the Wikipedia article
Oldmeldrum (commonly known as Meldrum) is a village and parish in the Formartine area of Aberdeenshire, not far from Inverurie in North East Scotland. Oldmeldrum is home to one of the oldest whisky distilleries in Scotland, Glen Garioch, which was built in 1797. Local industries are agriculture and engineering services connected to the oil industry in Aberdeen.
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Background
History
The Battle of Barra was fought near the Hill of Barra in May 1308 (though some sources suggest an earlier date) between the forces of Scots King Robert Bruce and John Comyn, 3rd Earl of Buchan. Oldmeldrum was made a burgh of barony in 1672, and the parish of Meldrum was known as "Bethelnie" until 1684. In the 18th century, the town became a centre of the hosiery trade. Oldmeldrum Burgh had a population of 1,110 in 1911 and 1,103 in 1951.
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- Coordinates
- 57.3350, -2.3200
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB51
- Parliamentary constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
- Population
- 3,140
- Nearest railway station
- Inverurie — 6.3 km
- Official site
- www.glengarioch.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q1009340 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Oldmeldrum (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Sunrise over Meldrum.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Other places nearby
The Eternal Present: Gneiss Granite Gabbro
Other places · 0.0 km
Sailor Mannie
Public art & sculpture · 0.1 km
Glen Garioch Visitor Centre
Natural landmarks · 0.3 km
Glen Garioch Distillery
Distilleries · 0.4 km
Meldrum Parish Church And Burial-Ground, Kirk Brae, Old Meldrum
Historic churches · 0.5 km
Oldmeldrum War Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.5 km
Bruce's Seat
Memorials & monuments · 0.7 km
Parcock Tree Memorial
Memorials & monuments · 0.7 km
St Matthew's Episcopal Church, Oldmeldrum
Historic churches · 0.8 km
Hill of Barra Hillfort
Hill forts · 1.6 km
Barra Hill
Vineyards · 1.6 km
Hill of Barra
Mountains & hills · 1.6 km
Oldmeldrum is a town in the Scottish Highlands with a population of 3,140. Our guide lists nearby attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 3,140
- Constituency
- Gordon and Buchan
Things to see in Oldmeldrum
39 attractions within 12 km — showing the 24 most editorially-significant. Full guide: things to do in Oldmeldrum →
📷 3Historic houses · Scottish Highlands
Bourtie House
Bourtie House — house in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Distilleries · Scottish Highlands
Glen Garioch Distillery
Glen Garioch Distillery — Whisky/spirit distillery.
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📷 3Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Kinkell, St Michael's Church And Burial-ground
Kinkell, St Michael's Church And Burial-ground — church in Inverurie, Scotland.
📷 4Historic houses · Scottish Highlands
Meldrum House
Meldrum House — house in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Mills · Scottish Highlands
Mill Of Forresterhill
Mill Of Forresterhill — mill in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK.
📷 3Other places · Scottish Highlands
The Eternal Present: Gneiss Granite Gabbro
The Eternal Present: Gneiss Granite Gabbro — Public artwork (sculpture) by Janet McEwan.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
Glen Garioch Visitor Centre
Glen Garioch Visitor Centre — a natural landmark in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 2Archaeological sites · Scottish Highlands
Hill of Selbie
Hill of Selbie — a archaeological in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Stone circles · Scottish Highlands
Kirkton Of Bourtie Stone Circle
Kirkton Of Bourtie Stone Circle — a stone circle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Hill forts · Scottish Highlands
Hill of Barra Hillfort
Hill of Barra Hillfort — a hill fort in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Stone circles · Scottish Highlands
Sheldon stone circle
Sheldon stone circle — a stone circle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Castles · Scottish Highlands
The Bass and Little Bass
The Bass and Little Bass — a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Castles · Scottish Highlands
Barra Castle
Barra Castle — a castle in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Sailor Mannie
Sailor Mannie — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 4Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Bruce's Seat
Bruce's Seat — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Oldmeldrum War Memorial
Oldmeldrum War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Parcock Tree Memorial
Parcock Tree Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Bourtie Parish Church
Bourtie Parish Church — category A listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
St Matthew's Episcopal Church, Oldmeldrum
St Matthew's Episcopal Church, Oldmeldrum — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Meldrum Parish Church And Burial-Ground, Kirk Brae, Old Meldrum
Meldrum Parish Church And Burial-Ground, Kirk Brae, Old Meldrum — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Bethelnie Old Parish Church, Oldkirk
Bethelnie Old Parish Church, Oldkirk — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Keithhall And Kinkell Parish Church
Keithhall And Kinkell Parish Church — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic bridges · Scottish Highlands
Urie Bridge, Keithhall Road, Inverurie
Urie Bridge, Keithhall Road, Inverurie — category B listed building-listed bridge in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Nearby
📷 3Other places · Scottish Highlands
The Eternal Present: Gneiss Granite Gabbro
The Eternal Present: Gneiss Granite Gabbro — Public artwork (sculpture) by Janet McEwan.
📷 3Public art & sculpture · Scottish Highlands
Sailor Mannie
Sailor Mannie — a public art in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Natural landmarks · Scottish Highlands
Glen Garioch Visitor Centre
Glen Garioch Visitor Centre — a natural landmark in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Distilleries · Scottish Highlands
Glen Garioch Distillery
Glen Garioch Distillery — Whisky/spirit distillery.
📷 5Historic churches · Scottish Highlands
Meldrum Parish Church And Burial-Ground, Kirk Brae, Old Meldrum
Meldrum Parish Church And Burial-Ground, Kirk Brae, Old Meldrum — category C listed building-listed church in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Scottish Highlands
Oldmeldrum War Memorial
Oldmeldrum War Memorial — a memorial in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Oldmeldrum
Places to stay
📷 4Campsites · Scottish Highlands
Ythan Valley Campsite
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📷 5Hotels · Scottish Highlands
New Inn Hotel
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📷 7Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Hampton by Hilton Aberdeen Airport
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📷 5Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Hilton Aberdeen TECA
Hilton Aberdeen TECA — a hotel in scotland highlands.
📷 7Hotels · Scottish Highlands
Village Hotel Club
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Places to eat & drink
📷 7Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
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📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
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97 High Street, Old Aberdeen, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
Public House, 93-97 King Street, Aberdeen
Public House, 93-97 King Street, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
3 Golden Square, Aberdeen
3 Golden Square, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Scottish Highlands
Public House, Alford Place, Aberdeen
Public House, Alford Place, Aberdeen in Scotland Highlands, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Oldmeldrum?
- Oldmeldrum is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB51).
- What is Oldmeldrum?
- Oldmeldrum — village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Oldmeldrum?
- The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 6.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode AB51.
- Is Oldmeldrum free to visit?
- Yes, Oldmeldrum is free to enter.
- How do I get to Oldmeldrum?
- The nearest railway station is Inverurie, about 6.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode AB51.