Museums · Scottish Highlands
Portsoy Salmon Bothy
In or near Portsoy.
Portsoy Salmon Bothy — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Portsoy Salmon Bothy is a museum located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Salmon Bothy is a historic venue in Portsoy, Scotland, that serves as a museum dedicated to the town's maritime history and the salmon industry. Visitors can explore exhibits related to fishing, local industries, and the cultural heritage of Portsoy, all housed in a restored building that dates back to 1834.
Place summary
Portsoy Salmon Bothy is a museum located in the Scottish Highlands. It is dedicated to the history of salmon fishing and the local fishing industry. The building itself is of historical significance, reflecting the region's maritime heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 57.6850, -2.6872
- District
- Aberdeenshire
- Postcode
- AB45 2RT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
- Official site
- www.salmonbothy.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/704272870 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Portsoy Salmon Bothy?
- Portsoy Salmon Bothy is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode AB45 2RT).
- What is Portsoy Salmon Bothy?
- Portsoy Salmon Bothy — a museum in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Portsoy Salmon Bothy?
- Drivers can use postcode AB45 2RT.
- How do I get to Portsoy Salmon Bothy?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode AB45 2RT. It sits within the Aberdeenshire North and Moray East parliamentary constituency.