A historic fishing village in Aberdeen - Adventures Around Scotland
Feb 10, 2018 · Footdee or 'Fittie' is a historic fishing community in Aberdeen. It is very much a hidden gem in the city and is well worth seeking out. With neat rows of brown cottages and quirky, colourful outbuildings - it is a unique place in the city.
Footdee Fishing Village | Aberdeen - The Life of Dee
May 19, 2017 · Footdee (or as us locals like to call it, Fittie) is a small fishing village that was built at the start of the 19th century. It was designed by the local architect, John Smith to rehouse Aberdeen’s fishing community that were living in condemned properties.
Footdee Fittee Aberdeen
The small fishing village of Footdee can be found at the mouth of Aberdeen harbour and can be accessed via the Beach Esplanade of Aberdeen City, Scotland. The village of Footdee comprises of two areas of fishing cottages built in two squares.
Fittie, Aberdeen - One Of The UK's Most Unique Communities
The charming mid 19th century former fishing community was designed by John Smith, the architect responsible for Balmoral Castle, and to visit them today really is like stepping back in time. The cottages all face inwards in squares with their backs to the ocean to protect them and their inhabitants from the fierce storms, which then, as now ...
Footdee - Wikipedia
Footdee (/ f ʊ t ˈ d iː /), locally known as Fittie, is a picturesque area of Aberdeen, Scotland. A former fishing village , it lies at the entrance to Aberdeen Harbour . The name appears to mean "foot of the Dee ", but it has also been linked to Fittick, a local saint.
Footdee (Fittie) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2025) - Tripadvisor
Dottie is a lovely fishing village, great to send through the streets looking at the fisherman's cottages and the small art shop. The walk there along the beach is bracing but beautiful. Amazing to think the whole village was moved brick by brick when they built the harbour.
FOOTDEE: FIT’S ALL THE FUSS? — Beyond The Grey
Jun 19, 2019 · Footdee is one of Aberdeen’s most unique treasures. Known as ‘Fittie’ by locals, this historic fishing village is an idyllic location for tourists and residents alike. Take a camera! It’s the perfect place to snap photos and go for a picturesque walk on a summer’s day.
FOOTDEE (FITTIE) (2025) All You Need to Know BEFORE You ... - Tripadvisor
At the northern tip of the port is this small neighborhood that was once a fishing village separated from the city, while now it is part of its urban area although it is still secluded, as it is located between the sea, the port channel and the port infrastructure.
Footdee - Hidden Scotland
This former fishing village consists of cottages facing inwards to keep them safe from the fierce tides. Designed by John Smith, who also designed Balmoral Castle, is like a glimpse back into the 19th century. Prepare to take a step back in time!
Footdee and Aberdeen harbour - Walkhighlands
Footdee (pronounced Fittie) is a small fishing village at the mouth of the Dee and Aberdeen harbour, long since swallowed up by the expansion of the city. The village dates back to medieval times but the fascinating present day cluster of cottages was laid out by influential Aberdeen architect John Brown to rehouse the cities fishermen in 1809.