The Beaton Craigie Room in Ballater is a charming and versatile space that plays a significant role in the village's community life. It is named after two prominent local families who contributed to the Hall's history and development. The room's warm and inviting ambiance makes it a favored venue for a variety of events, ranging from small gatherings to cultural and educational activities. Its location in the heart of Ballater ensures it is easily accessible for residents and visitors alike.
Designed to cater to diverse needs, the Beaton Craigie Room is equipped with modern facilities while retaining a sense of local character. It serves as a meeting place for local organizations, workshops, and classes, fostering creativity and collaboration within the community. The room’s adaptable layout allows it to accommodate different setups, whether for intimate meetings, lectures, or small-scale exhibitions.
The Beaton Craigie Room Is on the lower ground floor of the Halls complex. Access is via a ramp with the door on Monaltrie Road. This is a large carpeted area with a capacity for up to 40 persons. It has a kitchen with dishwasher for smaller catering events.
The Beaton Craigie Room is often used by various clubs and groups for meetings and presentations, the room is laid out with small tables for Games, socialising and small conferences. The Ballater Pantry is based here and there are various groups such as The Evergreens and Toasty, who use it for lunches and teas etc. Several groups including the V&A Halls Trustees, use it for regular meetings.
Events may be advertised in various locations around Ballater including the Halls notice board, the community notice board on the Glenmuick Church green and also on Ballater's Community website, www.visitballater.com
The floorplan for the Beaton Craigie room may be viewed here.