Welcome to Johnshaven – a traditional fishing village tucked into the rugged coastline of Aberdeenshire.
The scenic village is located along the A92 (Aberdeen – Dundee) coastal road just 14 miles south of Stonehaven and 7 miles north of Montrose.
Known for its rich cultural and maritime heritage, Johnshaven is home to an annual Fish Festival held every August celebrating its historically significant fishing port. Learn more with a visit to the heritage museum, enjoy the area’s natural beauty with a spot of birdwatching and fill up on great food at The Anchor Hotel. We highly recommend a pleasant walk along the coastal path after your visit to Waters Edge before cosying up with a nice cuppa at the Hidden Treasures Cafe – and don’t forget to pick up your dinner from The Lobster Shop!
We look forward to welcoming you to Johnshaven!
Hidden Treasures
A fantastic harbour-front cafe serving breakfast, lunch and ice-creams.
Don’t miss out on their great selection of home bakes!
The Lobster Shop
The Lobster Shop is a family-run business specialising in fresh seafood, primarily sourced from local fishermen for over 75 years
Offering ready-to-eat catch delivered daily straight from the local creel boats.
The Anchor Hotel
Tasty food, live music and accommodation, The Anchor Hotel and Pub is just a stone’s throw away from the harbour.
Heritage Museum
Located in the historic Old Lifeboat House (est. 1891), the Johnshaven Heritage Hub musuem is a volunteer-run, wheelchair-accessible museum focusing on local, maritime, and fishing history from the 17th century onwards.
Community Beach Cleans
SHARK is an environmental group based in Johnshaven with volunteers aiming to promote and protect the local wildlife and habitats. They aim to encourage a more sustainable lifestyle for the village residents and carry out / promote activities which reduce Johnshaven’s contribution to global warming including a community compost site with fortnightly garden waste collections.
Take part in the group’s village litter picks and beach cleans to give back to the area – these are organised throughout the year.
Johnshaven also has a Village Store & Post Office | Self-catering Properties | Wairds Park caravan and campsite | Community Garden | Park with tennis courts, putting, bowling green and lots of play equipment
Golden Beaches
Set against cliffs & sand dunes, the beautiful beaches of Montrose, St. Cyrus National Nature Reserve and Lunan Bay offer miles of stunning sandy beaches – the latter with caves and rockpools, enjoy a brisk walk to blow the cobwebs away.
Coastal Path
Explore the coastal path – south to Montrose or north to Inverbervie – with pebble beaches, sea glass treasures and rock pools, there’s lots for you to discover!
Johnshaven Fish Festival
An annual extravaganza attracting visitors from across the country and beyond…. a fun day out for everyone in early August!
Also on our doorstep...
Perched atop a 160 foot rock and surrounded on three sides by the North Sea, these dramatic and evocative cliff-top ruins were once an impregnable fortress.
A historic water-powered mill in a beautiful and peaceful setting with lovely walks in the adjoining ancient woodland of Mill Brae Woods.
Set amid glorious gardens and woodland, the National Trust open this 18th-century country house with costumed guides to lead you through its history.
Nestled in the foothills of the Cairngorms, Fettercairn is a land made for whisky making, where innovation has been gently nurtured for two centuries. Tours and tastings available.
Discover puffins and other cliff-nesting birds at Fowlsheugh RSPB reserve, spot red squirrels at Mill of Benholm, watch ospreys, geese, seals and kingfishers at Scottish Wildlife Trust’s Montrose Basin Bird Hide and explore many historic Scottish castles all within driving distance of Johnshaven!
