Rothesay Rooms, Ballater

02/10/2026

🌟 WE’RE HIRING! 🌟

We’re looking for enthusiastic and friendly people to join our team! ☕️🍰

🗓️ We’re open Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 4pm
✨ Flexible shifts available
📅 Shifts will include a mix of weekdays and weekends

No experience? No problem! 🙌
Full training will be provided, so all you need is a great attitude and a willingness to learn.

👤 Applicants must be aged 16+

If you’re interested in joining our team, we’d love to hear from you! ❤️

📩 Get in touch to apply or find out more!

25/09/2026

Rothesay Rooms, Ballater

If you’re exploring Ballater, make sure you take time to visit the Rothesay Rooms, a beautiful café and dining destination set within the village’s historic Old Royal Station. 🚂

With its fascinating royal railway heritage and relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to stop for a coffee and cake, enjoy a delicious brunch or lunch, or treat yourself to a traditional Scottish afternoon tea. 🍰☕️

The menu celebrates the very best of Scottish produce, with locally sourced ingredients and seasonal flavours. From Highland venison and Aberdeenshire beef to Scottish salmon, homemade bakes and locally roasted coffee, there’s plenty to tempt you.

And of course, the setting is part of the experience. Soak up the history of Ballater’s Old Royal Station while enjoying some great food and genuine Scottish hospitality.

A lovely spot to add to your Ballater itinerary during your stay with us!

18/09/2026

Heading to Ballater for Thrive this weekend? 🚴 🚴‍♀️ 🚴‍♂️

Why not stop by Rothesay Rooms for a tasty bite to eat!

From breakfast rolls and brunch favourites to hearty lunches, plus plenty of delicious cakes and bakes, we've got you covered. (And we're dog friendly too!)

🥪☕🍰

Come and see Danny MacAskill, Duncan Shaw and friends this weekend!!!

Times are on the website - thriveballater.com

Aboyne Local 🫶🏼

26/08/2026

🍰 National Afternoon Tea Week may be over, but the celebrations continue at Rothesay Rooms.

Set within the beautifully restored Old Royal Station in Ballater, our two-course Afternoon Tea showcases the finest Scottish produce, homemade treats and warm Highland hospitality.

£31.50 per person, with optional additions including:
• Prosecco £8
• Ch*****ne £13.50
• Cocktail £9.50
• Mocktail £4.50

Please note a minimum of 24 hour advance booking is required.

Book your table and join us for a royal treat with a local touch. ✨

14/08/2026

01/08/2026

🌞 Treat Yourself This Weekend! 🌞

Join us for a delicious all-day brunch, a relaxing lunch with family and friends, or simply stop by for a yummy slice of cake and a freshly brewed coffee. ☕🍰

Looking for something a little more indulgent? Sip on one of our refreshing cocktails 🍸 or share a summer pitcher of Pimm's with friends while soaking up the sunshine. 🍓🍊🌿

Whether you're catching up, celebrating, or just treating yourself, we've got something for everyone.

✨ Great food • Great drinks • Great company ✨

23/07/2026

Black leather rucksack style handbag has been lost by one of our guests today, was left on one of the outside benches for a very short time.
If anyone has it please message us direct or contact the owner Nanette on 07717 751939
Contains urgent medication.

18/07/2026

On the specials board today we have ⭐️ Venison, pork, cranberry & black pudding sausage rolls and Ham, leek & cheese quiche ⭐️

And from the bar, why not treat yourself to a pitcher of Pimms


❤️

08/07/2026

Take a break from watching Wimbledon & pop into Rothesay Rooms today for some strawberry & cream treats🎾🍓

Why not relax & share a cool pitcher of Pimms🍊🥒🍹

We have plenty of outside seating if you want to enjoy the sunshine☀️