r/Aberdeen 23d ago

[Announcements] ( July 2026 )

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Welcome to the monthly 'Announcement Thread' where you can post details about upcoming events, shows or releases. This space is intended for announcing things from local artists, authors, content creators or charities. Anything really that, as a normal post to the subreddit, might be considered spam by some and subject to removal.


r/Aberdeen 4h ago

Events What is your favourite thing about Aberdeen?

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As I am going there next week and I want to experience it


r/Aberdeen 12h ago

Where can I donate a left shoe to?

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I’ve had a problem on my left foot - nothing serious - but my left foot is now much wider than my right foot and I have 3 or 4 pairs of top unworn shoes.

Is there a limbless charity or anything in Aberdeen I could donate them to?

Any advice much appreciated - just seems a shame to see them wasting away in my cupboard


r/Aberdeen 12m ago

Smoke in the air

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Anyone else noticing the strong smell of smoke? Not complaining - just wondering where it might be coming from. Maybe the Cairngorms? The wind direction is right for that but I thought it had mostly died down? I keep checking it's not my own house smouldering somewhere!


r/Aberdeen 32m ago

ADP review?

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When the time comes for your review if there's no change is it okay to just fill in the "no change" part? Or will that put my application at extreme risk or am i just panicking 😩 does anyone have advice on this matter?


r/Aberdeen 1d ago

£2 bus fare in Scotland Cap

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I've seen John Swinney announce they are also rolling out the £2 bus fare in Scotland. Is this Stagecoach in Aberdeenshire as well as city??

I'm currently £21 a day (3 times a week) from Aboyne to Aberdeen and back, so this would literally transform my life if it went from £21 a day to £4 a day.


r/Aberdeen 3h ago

Recommend please

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Anyone recommend a garage that's good at fixing rust patches n sorting out few bumps n scrapes on an older car ?


r/Aberdeen 15h ago

Birthday Cake

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*URGENT* Are there any cake makers in Aberdeen that can deliver on Saturday 25th? Don’t need anything too fancy just a chocolate cake with happy birthday on it!


r/Aberdeen 17h ago

Jury Service

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Has anyone had a jury citation recently and can tell me what to expect? I’m aware I have to call the Sunday beforehand but if I do get selected what actually happens when you are there? I’ve done it before about 15 years ago and don’t remember much except you had to wait around a lot on the first day, got given a number for the week and got taken to the little Italian place across the road for lunch every day.


r/Aberdeen 12h ago

Any city centre charity shops specifically needing men's clothing?

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Anyone know?


r/Aberdeen 8h ago

Help! Disabled parking over 24 hours near union square

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Looking to park near the train station from Saturday morning till Sunday night. The car will have a disabled badge and looking to ideally park for free if there is anywhere?


r/Aberdeen 20h ago

Developing rolls of film?

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Hi, is there anywhere in Aberdeen where I can get rolls of camera film developed? Did a big road trip across the US way back in 2002 and due to moving house, lost all the photos. However, just found the rolls of film, so looking to get those developed, just didn’t know if anywhere still does that nowadays?


r/Aberdeen 15h ago

Any intl student residing in King Street Exchange?

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Would love your opinion on the accommodation! Thanks!


r/Aberdeen 12h ago

News Police incident at Holburn Junction

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Hi, all!

Does anyone know what has been happening in Holburn Street, front of Run4it store?

While passing by I've seen police cars (one of them being an arrest van), and a car with all doors open , probably being searched.


r/Aberdeen 11h ago

Is anywhere showing the love island final on Monday?

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r/Aberdeen 1d ago

Food Peri peri spot !!

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Hey everyone,

I'm craving some solid, extra-spicy peri-peri chicken and wanting to switch things up away from Nandos

Where’s your go-to spot in Aberdeen for the best quality and flavour? I’ve heard mixed things about places like Pepe’s, Zee’s, and Zulu’s, but I’d love to hear what the locals actually recommend for a proper takeaway or sit-down meal.

Who has the juiciest chicken, best spice levels, and actual decent portion sizes/sides?

Cheers and many thanks


r/Aberdeen 1d ago

Help! Best vet for cats in Aberdeen?

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I would like recommendations for vets specifically good with cats in Aberdeen. I am registered at Ashgrove (Belmont St) and they have been perfectly fine with my cats but I would like a second opinion on one of my cats. Preferably a vet not too far from the city centre AB25 area as the last time my cat went to the vet he got so nervous while travelling that he threw up multiple times...

His issue is that his eyes get really really gunky and there's constant yellow pus like buildup in them. We had antibiotic eye drops before but they didn't do anything really. I wouldn't know if this has been an issue since birth because I only got him 2 months ago. If anyone has any experience with this I would appreciate! Thank you


r/Aberdeen 1d ago

Driving test centre Aberdeen North (Bridge of Don)

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Hey, I have my test there in about 2-3 months time and I was wanting to know other people's experiences there before I have my test.

Is it a decent test centre and routes? Anything I should be aware of?


r/Aberdeen 2d ago

Help! Guitar lessons Aberdeen?

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I have googled and looked on here of course, but people are saying to avoid one person and one other good recommendation but there was not much response otherwise in the last few years on here. It’s for my son he is practicing and when he asks why it doesn’t sound right I’m not sure how to help, but want to. Older teen. Acoustic Guitar. Absolute beginner. Own instrument. Ideally would go to them,so either someone with a space or teacher from home centrally.


r/Aberdeen 2d ago

Driving Test - Aberdeen South (Cove)

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Hi all,

I have my driving test coming up soon at the Cove test centre and I was wandering what other people's experiences there were?

Any tips or advice for me etc. Thanks!


r/Aberdeen 2d ago

Good places to stay

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Hello hello. I (f,36) plan to come and stay in Aberdeen with my wee girl (f,7) for a couple of nights. I'd love to get the train through and save driving but I'd also really like to stay at a nice hotel or something with easy access to the centre and the fun stuff. The dream is to have a pool and spa area but from my searching this doesnt exist within easy access? Any ideas. If not a pool, a spa, or even just a quirky place. Its been a stressful while and I want it to be a treat for both of us!


r/Aberdeen 2d ago

Walking/ hiking groups

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I'm a female in my mid 20's wanting to get into hiking but don't have friends who share that interest. Is there any hiking groups in the area I could join?


r/Aberdeen 3d ago

Help! Can someone tell me what is happening in froghall garden

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Saw this protest and I am unaware of what is going on froghall garden!!!!

There is a poster stating protect your women


r/Aberdeen 2d ago

Might be a weird question but where can I buy Natto in Aberdeen?

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Yes I love eating this stuff and I miss it hugely, is there anywhere that stocks Natto?


r/Aberdeen 2d ago

Help! Which GP closest to Rubislaw doesn’t make getting your own medical record difficult?

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I’m with Great Western. Did a blood test and asked to receive the result of it (printed). They asked me to come in with an ID and fill a form to request my medical records. Then to come in again after that’s been approved to receive it, no option to post it.

3 visits and a 1 month duration to get a printout of my blood result.

Any GPs in this area that have a more straight forward system in place?