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Aberdeen is a city in Scotland with many amazing old buildings. Some of these buildings are so special that they are called "listed buildings." This means they are protected by law because they are important for their history or architecture. Think of it like a special badge of honor for a building! These buildings help us understand the past and keep the city's unique character alive for future generations.

What Are Listed Buildings?

In Scotland, buildings are given a special "listed" status to protect them. This means people can't just change or knock them down without permission. It's a way to make sure these important parts of history stay safe. There are three main categories for listed buildings:

  • Category A: These are buildings that are super important. They might be very old, very beautiful, or designed by famous architects. They are of national or international importance.
  • Category B: These buildings are also very important, but maybe not quite as rare as Category A ones. They are usually important locally or regionally.
  • Category C(S): These buildings are still special and worth protecting. They might be good examples of a certain style or period, or they might be part of a historic area.

This list shows some of the many listed buildings you can find in Aberdeen. Each one tells a part of the city's story!

Famous Churches and Cathedrals

Aberdeen has many beautiful churches that are listed buildings. They show different styles of architecture and have long histories.

St. Machar's Cathedral: A Medieval Gem

St. Machar's Cathedral, a very old and important church in Aberdeen.

One of the most impressive is St. Machar's Cathedral in Chanonry. This church is a Category B listed building. It's a very old and grand building, showing off medieval architecture. Imagine all the history within its walls!

St. Nicholas Churchyard: A City Landmark

The St Nicholas Churchyard on Union Street is a Category A listed site. This means it's one of the most important historical places in the city. It includes the churchyard, boundary walls, and gatepiers. The Kirk of St Nicholas is a very old and central part of Aberdeen's history.

Kirk of St Nicholas, Aberdeen - geograph.org.uk - 1578878
The Kirk of St Nicholas, a central part of Aberdeen's history.

Queen's Cross Church: A Striking Design

Queen's Cross Church on Carden Place is another Category A listed building. It's known for its beautiful design and is a significant landmark in the city. Its architecture makes it stand out.

Queen's Cross Church, Carden Place, Aberdeen (geograph 3794079)
Queen's Cross Church, a Category A listed building.

St Andrew's Cathedral: A Grand Structure

St Andrew's Cathedral on King Street is also a Category A listed building. This cathedral is a stunning example of architecture and holds a special place in Aberdeen's religious history.

St Andrew's Cathedral, King Street, Aberdeen
St Andrew's Cathedral on King Street.

Other Notable Churches

  • Nigg Parish Church on Nigg Kirk Road (Category B)
  • Rubislaw Parish Church at Queen's Cross (Category B)
  • St. Mary's Church on King Street (Category B)
St Mary's Church, King Street, Aberdeen
St. Mary's Church on King Street.
  • Holburn Central Parish Church on Holburn Street (Category B)
  • Gilcomston South Church on Union Street (Category B)

Important Public Buildings

Many of Aberdeen's public buildings are also listed, showing their historical importance to the city's daily life and governance.

Aberdeen Town House: The Heart of the City

The Aberdeen Town House on Castle Street is a grand Category A listed building. It includes the Municipal Offices, Court Houses, and the historic Tolbooth. This building has been the center of Aberdeen's government for a long time.

18th Jan 2014 - Tolbooth Museum
The historic Tolbooth, part of the Aberdeen Town House.

Custom House: A Port Landmark

The Custom House at 35 Regent Quay is another Category A listed building. This building was important for managing goods coming in and out of Aberdeen's busy port.

Custom House, 35 Regent Quay, Aberdeen (geograph 3461554)
The Custom House on Regent Quay.

Former Regent Cinema: Entertainment History

The Former Regent Cinema on Justice Mill Lane is a Category C(S) listed building. Cinemas were once grand places for entertainment, and this building reminds us of that past.

Former Tramway Depot: A Transport Hub

The building known as 'Satrosphere' on Constitution Street, which was once a Tramway Depot, is a Category B listed building. This shows its importance in the history of public transport in Aberdeen.

Fire Station: Protecting the City

The Fire Station (North Eastern Fire Brigade Area Headquarters) on King Street is a Category B listed building. It's a significant building that has served the city's safety for many years.

Aberdeen Central Fire Brigade Station 01
Aberdeen Central Fire Brigade Station.

Historic Homes and Estates

Aberdeen also has many beautiful homes and estates that have been listed. These buildings often show the architectural styles and ways of life from different periods.

Hamilton Place Residences: Grand Homes

Several homes on Hamilton Place are Category A listed, showing their exceptional architectural value. These include:

  • 98 Hamilton Place
98 Hamilton Place, Aberdeen
A grand home at 98 Hamilton Place.
  • 64, 64A, 66, 66A And 66B Hamilton Place
64-66b Hamilton Place, Aberdeen (geograph 3907150)
Historic residences on Hamilton Place.
  • 68, 68A And 70 Hamilton Place
68, 68A and 70 Hamilton Place, Aberdeen
More Category A listed homes on Hamilton Place.
  • 82, 82A And 84 Hamilton Place
82, 82a and 84 Hamilton Place, Aberdeen (geograph 3890205)
Another set of Category A listed buildings on Hamilton Place.

Provost Ross's House: A Merchant's Home

48 And 50 Shiprow includes the former House of Provost Ross, which is a Category A listed building. Provost Ross was an important merchant in Aberdeen's history, and his house gives us a glimpse into the past lives of prominent citizens.

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Provost Ross's House, a very old and important home.

Spital Buildings: Old Aberdeen Charm

15 And 17 Spital are Category B listed buildings. These homes are part of the historic area of Old Aberdeen, known for its charming old streets and buildings.

15 And 17 Spital, Aberdeen
Historic buildings on Spital in Old Aberdeen.

High Street, Old Aberdeen: University Area

Many buildings on High Street in Old Aberdeen are listed, including:

  • 17, 19 High Street (Category B)
17, 19 High Street, Old Aberdeen
Historic buildings on High Street, Old Aberdeen.
  • 33 High Street (Category B)
33 High Street, Old Aberdeen
Another listed building on High Street.
  • 67 High Street (Category C(S))
67 High Street, Old Aberdeen
A listed building on High Street, Old Aberdeen.
  • 81 High Street (Category B)
81 High Street, Old Aberdeen
81 High Street, Old Aberdeen.
  • 38-48 (Even Nos) High Street (Category B), part of the Taylor Building at King's College.
Taylor Building Block E, 38 - 48 High Street, Old Aberdeen
Part of the Taylor Building at King's College.

Parks and Public Spaces

Even parts of Aberdeen's beautiful parks and public spaces are listed, showing their historical design and importance for recreation.

Duthie Park: Historic Features

Duthie Park has several listed features:

  • The East Lodge, Gates, Gatepiers And Boundary Walls (Category B)
East Lodge, Duthie Park, Aberdeen
The East Lodge at Duthie Park.
  • The Fountain (Category B)
Fountain, Duthie Park,
The beautiful fountain in Duthie Park.
  • The Fountainhall Cistern House (Category C(S))
Well, Duthie Park
The Cistern House in Duthie Park.

Allenvale Cemetery: A Place of Remembrance

Allenvale Cemetery on Allenvale Road is a Category B listed site. It includes the Lodge and the James Saint Monument, showing its historical design and importance as a burial ground.

Lodge, Allenvale Cemetery
The Lodge at Allenvale Cemetery.

Bridges and March Stones

Some of Aberdeen's oldest structures, like bridges and boundary markers, are also protected.

Brig O' Balgownie: An Ancient Bridge

The Brig O' Balgownie over the River Don is a very old and important bridge, listed as Category A. It's a fantastic example of medieval engineering.

The Old Brig o' Balgownie - geograph.org.uk - 14069
The ancient Brig O' Balgownie.

March Stones: Marking the City's Borders

The March Stones of Aberdeen are old boundary markers that show the historic limits of the city. Several of these stones are listed, including:

  • March Stone Number 4 at 115-117 Great Western Road (Category C(S))
  • March Stone No. 7 at No. 3 Craigton Road (Category B)
  • March Stone No. 47 near Westerton of Auchmill (Category B)
  • March Stone No 57 at 55 Powis Terrace (Category C(S))
  • March Stone No. 58 at 21 Elmbank Terrace (Category B)
  • March Stone No. 64 on School Road (Category B)

Other Interesting Listed Buildings

  • Albyn School For Girls at 19 Queen's Road (Category B)
  • Royal Hotel at 1-3 Bath Street (Category C(S))
  • The Belmont Picturehouse (Former Trades Council Hall) at 49 And 51 Belmont Street (Category C(S))
DSCN3531 Trades Hall from Union Terrace Gardens
The Belmont Picturehouse, formerly Trades Council Hall.
  • Powis House (Powis Community Centre) at 11 Powis Circle (Category B)
  • 29 King Street (Category A)
29 King Street, Aberdeen (geograph 3873806)
A Category A listed building on King Street.
  • 20 Union Terrace (Category B)
Union Terrace granite glory I (geograph 4488714)
20 Union Terrace, a listed building.
  • 15 And 17 Spital, Aberdeen (Category B)
15 And 17 Spital, Aberdeen
Historic buildings on Spital.
  • 37 Westburn Road, Aberdeen (Category C(S))
37 Westburn Road, Aberdeen
A listed building on Westburn Road.
  • 70 St Machar Drive, Old Aberdeen (Category B)
70 St Machar Drive, Old Aberdeen
A listed building in Old Aberdeen.
  • RossHouse-117156-Richard Slessor.jpg (Category A)
RossHouse-117156-Richard Slessor
Provost Ross's House.
  • 44 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen (Category B)
44 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen
A listed building on Skene Terrace.
  • 50 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen (Category B)
50 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen
Another listed building on Skene Terrace.
  • 18 Golden Square, Aberdeen (Category B)
18 Golden Square, Aberdeen
A listed building on Golden Square.
  • 7-9 Castle Street, Aberdeen (Category B)
7-9 Castle Street, Aberdeen
Buildings on Castle Street.
  • 12, 14 King Street, Aberdeen (Category C(S))
12, 14 King Street, Aberdeen
Buildings on King Street.
  • Braeside Cottage And Ivy Cottage, Aberdeen (Category B)
Braeside Cottage And Ivy Cottage, Aberdeen
Cottages on Don Street.
  • 51-52 Castle Street, Aberdeen (Category B)
51-52 Castle Street, Aberdeen
Buildings on Castle Street.
  • Boundary Wall And Gate Pillars, Departments Of Forestry And Botany, The Chanonry (Category B)
Boundary Wall And Gate Pillars, Departments Of Forestry And Botany, The Chanonry
Boundary wall and gate pillars.
  • Snow Kirk, Aberdeen (Category B)
Snow Kirk, Aberdeen
Snow Kirk Churchyard.

Images for kids

  • St Mary's Church, King Street, Aberdeen

    St. Mary's Church on King Street.

  • Kirk of St Nicholas, Aberdeen - geograph.org.uk - 1578878

    The Kirk of St Nicholas, a central part of Aberdeen's history.

  • Lodge, Allenvale Cemetery

    The Lodge at Allenvale Cemetery.

  • East Lodge, Duthie Park, Aberdeen

    The East Lodge at Duthie Park.

  • 15 And 17 Spital, Aberdeen

    Historic buildings on Spital in Old Aberdeen.

  • 98 Hamilton Place, Aberdeen

    A grand home at 98 Hamilton Place.

  • 37 Westburn Road, Aberdeen

    A listed building on Westburn Road.

  • 70 St Machar Drive, Old Aberdeen

    A listed building in Old Aberdeen.

  • RossHouse-117156-Richard Slessor

    Provost Ross's House.

  • 44 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen

    A listed building on Skene Terrace.

  • 50 Skene Terrace, Aberdeen

    Another listed building on Skene Terrace.

  • 18 Golden Square, Aberdeen

    A listed building on Golden Square.

  • 64-66b Hamilton Place, Aberdeen (geograph 3907150)

    Historic residences on Hamilton Place.

  • 68, 68A and 70 Hamilton Place, Aberdeen

    More Category A listed homes on Hamilton Place.

  • 82, 82a and 84 Hamilton Place, Aberdeen (geograph 3890205)

    Another set of Category A listed buildings on Hamilton Place.

  • 17, 19 High Street, Old Aberdeen

    Historic buildings on High Street, Old Aberdeen.

  • 33 High Street, Old Aberdeen

    Another listed building on High Street.

  • 67 High Street, Old Aberdeen

    A listed building on High Street, Old Aberdeen.

  • 81 High Street, Old Aberdeen

    81 High Street, Old Aberdeen.

  • Taylor Building Block E, 38 - 48 High Street, Old Aberdeen

    Part of the Taylor Building at King's College.

  • 7-9 Castle Street, Aberdeen

    Buildings on Castle Street.

  • 12, 14 King Street, Aberdeen

    Buildings on King Street.

  • Braeside Cottage And Ivy Cottage, Aberdeen

    Cottages on Don Street.

  • 51-52 Castle Street, Aberdeen

    Buildings on Castle Street.

  • Boundary Wall And Gate Pillars, Departments Of Forestry And Botany, The Chanonry

    Boundary wall and gate pillars.

  • DSCN3531 Trades Hall from Union Terrace Gardens

    The Belmont Picturehouse, formerly Trades Council Hall.

  • Custom House, 35 Regent Quay, Aberdeen (geograph 3461554)

    The Custom House on Regent Quay.

  • 29 King Street, Aberdeen (geograph 3873806)

    A Category A listed building on King Street.

  • Aberdeen Central Fire Brigade Station 01

    Aberdeen Central Fire Brigade Station.

  • 18th Jan 2014 - Tolbooth Museum

    The historic Tolbooth, part of the Aberdeen Town House.

  • Union Terrace granite glory I (geograph 4488714)

    20 Union Terrace, a listed building.

  • Queen's Cross Church, Carden Place, Aberdeen (geograph 3794079)

    Queen's Cross Church, a Category A listed building.

  • St Andrew's Cathedral, King Street, Aberdeen

    St Andrew's Cathedral on King Street.

  • Snow Kirk, Aberdeen

    Snow Kirk Churchyard.

  • The Old Brig o' Balgownie - geograph.org.uk - 14069

    The ancient Brig O' Balgownie.

  • Well, Duthie Park

    The Cistern House in Duthie Park.

  • Fountain, Duthie Park,

    The beautiful fountain in Duthie Park.

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