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Peterhead convict prison was opened in 1888, gaining a reputation as one of Scotland's toughest prisons. The same year, Peterhead was made a head port, its limits extending southward to the mouth of the River Ythan and westward to the Powk Burn.
Peterhead, in the far north-east of Scotland, is a busy fishing port... and the home of Dracula! Peterhead is one of the busiest fishing ports in Europe with over 400 boats and a bustling daily fishmarket, plus a 100-berth leisure marina.
A day in Peterhead could have you visiting the Victorian-era Peterhead Prison Museum, exploring Slains Castle, the inspiration behind Dracula, or even navigating the serene coastline to see the Bullers of Buchan!
Plan your trip in Peterhead. Discover Peterhead, a town synonymous with seafood thanks to its bustling port. Explore things to see, where to stay, where to eat and more.
Things to Do in Peterhead, Scotland: See Tripadvisor's 6,385 traveller reviews and photos of Peterhead tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Peterhead.
Top Things to Do in Peterhead, Aberdeenshire: See Tripadvisor's 6,306 traveller reviews and photos of Peterhead tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in August. We have reviews of the best places to see in Peterhead.
Jun 4, 2021 · No visit to Aberdeenshire would be complete without a trip to Peterhead or the ‘Blue Toon’ as it is locally known. Located on mainland Scotland’s most easterly point, Peterhead is steeped in rich history and amazing stories all waiting to be discovered.
