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Gelder Shiel Stable

Eastern Highlands · Royal Deeside

Deer-stalking restrictions apply: typically 12 August – 20 October. Check with the estate before visiting.

MBA maintained. One of the 'Royal Bothies' on Balmoral Estate. Has toilet and stove. Wood supplied by estate — do not forage. Stalking season Sept–Oct: contact Balmoral Estate before visiting. No parking on Distillery Road, Easter Balmoral. Confirmed open Aug 2025 (Komoot).

Sleeps
Many
Elevation
340 m
Grid ref
NO254894
Estate
Balmoral
Coordinates
56.9952, -3.2241

Facilities

Indoor fireplace / stove
Raised sleeping platform
Toilet (spade)
Water nearby
Electricity
Shower
Boat / ferry access
Stalking notice

Nearest Munro

Lochnagar - Cac Carn Beag · 1156 m · 4.1 km away
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