Business Details
Your Trusted Garden Centre in Banchory
Raemoir Garden Centre has been serving gardeners and local communities for over three decades. Founded by Dr Frank Mair, a passionate amateur gardener, we began as a small greenfield project to address regional gardening needs. Our ethos focuses on listening to customers, offering quality products, and maintaining personal service. Over the years, we expanded to include a Garden Restaurant, Caf, and Gift Shop, becoming a multifaceted destination for plants, gifts, and dining.Our family-run business prioritises sustainability, community support, and innovation, exemplified by our new Rewards App and eco-friendly initiatives. With local delivery, carry-to-car assistance, and gift wrapping services, we combine practicality with exceptional customer experience. Our team remains committed to Dr Mairs original vision while adapting to modern demands, ensuring we remain a trusted resource for gardening enthusiasts across Scotland.
Services
Garden Centre
Gift Shop
Garden Restaurant
Pet Care
Bird Care
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in horticulture and retail.
- Our family-run business prioritises personal customer service.
- We offer local delivery and carry-to-car assistance for heavy items.
- Our Gift Wrapping Service supports local charities.
- We pioneered Scotland's first garden centre-based dementia support initiatives.
What people say
Beautiful plant selection
Excellent customer service
Lovely dining experience
Unique gift items
Knowledgeable staff
Services
Garden Centre
Our Garden Centre offers an extensive range of plants, compost, seeds, and gardening sundries. We cater to both amateur and professional gardeners with expert advice and premium quality products. Our knowledgeable staff helps customers select the perfect plants for their specific gardening needs and local climate conditions.
Garden Restaurant
The Garden Restaurant serves freshly prepared meals using locally sourced ingredients between 10am and 4pm daily. Guests enjoy hot drinks, light bites, and full lunches in a relaxed environment overlooking our landscaped grounds. Our menu features seasonal specials complementing the garden centre experience.
Gift Shop
Our gift department showcases curated homeware and accessories from UK and European artisans. The shop features unique decorative items, seasonal decorations, and practical garden tools. Experienced buyers ensure our product range remains fresh and distinctive throughout the year.
Pet Care
The Pet Care department provides premium pet foods and specialist dietary products for various animals. Our staff offers guidance on animal nutrition and care requirements. We stock a comprehensive range of products catering to common household pets and exotic species.
Bird Care
Our Bird Care section offers specialist bird foods and accessories with both in-store and online purchasing options. The department caters to bird enthusiasts with a variety of seed mixes and feeding equipment. Customers receive expert advice on avian dietary requirements and feeding practices.
People
Dr Frank Mair
Founder
Dr Frank Mair established Raemoir Garden Centre over 30 years ago as a greenfield project. His vision combined gardening resources with family-friendly facilities. Despite lacking retail experience, his passion for horticulture shaped the business's community-focused approach. He pioneered the integration of garden retail with dining and gift services.
Questions
What are your standard opening hours?
Our Garden Centre operates 10:00-17:00 and Restaurant 10:00-16:00 daily throughout the year.
Do you offer delivery services?
Yes, we provide local delivery for large/heavy items with costs determined by your postcode location.
How does the Reward Card Scheme work?
Our free scheme offers 5% purchase points, exclusive vouchers, birthday rewards, and special offers via email.
Can I use the gift wrapping service for multiple items?
Each item requires separate wrapping at £2.00 per item, with proceeds supporting local charities.
Is parking available at the centre?
We provide free on-site parking, though spaces can be limited during peak periods.
Do you stock specialist pet food products?
Our Pet Care department offers premium foods and specialist dietary options for various animal types.
Reviews (7)
Juicy Fruit
Nov 18, 2021
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Never disappointed at Raemoir Garden Centre, well laid out and never feels busy, even when there are lots of people,in the store.
Fantastic festive display, worth a look for that alone. Always something different for Christmas, or any other time of year. Reasonable prices, and friendly staff.
Fantastic festive display, worth a look for that alone. Always something different for Christmas, or any other time of year. Reasonable prices, and friendly staff.
Cefyn Harrison
Nov 15, 2021
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A very popular place with the restaurant being very busy. Sells everything from books to pottery, delicates and garden essentials. Not a cheap place but lots of quality.
Ellen Stewart
Nov 03, 2021
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Lovely food in heated area outside. Super friendly organized young man showing people to tables. Lovely staff all over
Njm Design
Nov 02, 2021
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It's as good as a Dobbies if not better, but locally owned. Restaurant is good for lunch or just coffee and one of there very tasty scones with jam and cream. Great place to browse on a rainy day.
Michael Elliott
Oct 23, 2021
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Love this place but deducted 1 star because we can't take our dog into the outside area of the cafe, dogs allowed in the shop. We visited the Cafe in August, short staffed and very busy equalled terrible service. Will try one more time in the future to see if things improve.
Tom Anstruther
Aug 25, 2021
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More than just a garden centre, you can buy Iots of different thing from toys, to ornaments that are just a bit different, and if course gardening utensils.There is a takeaway section , a tearoom and the Garden restaurant, which has a lovely ambience with a feeling of being outside but actually not. The food lives up to the great atmosphere, and don't forget to try one of their huge meringues with your Tea or Coffee
Deborah Norris
Aug 21, 2021
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The rating is for the caf/restaurant which is excellent. Really lovely food options and worth a visit. They also have a nice food hall for picking up deli treats. In terms of actual plants, there's more floor space dedicated to gifts and decor and it's definitely not cost conscious... Great stop for lunch and a browse, but possibly not for serious garden shopping.
