Glassel is a small community within the parish of Banchory‑Ternan in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is served by Banchory Academy, a secondary school with a roll of around 800 pupils, and is part of a region that contains several listed buildings.
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Glassel is a small locality situated in the parish of Banchory‑Ternan in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, and falls within the AB 31 postal district. The community is served by Banchory Academy, a secondary school that caters to the educational needs of residents in Glassel and neighbouring areas such as Raemoir, Crathes, Strachan, Drumoak, Durris, and Inchmarlo. The school has an enrolment of approximately 800 pupils, indicating a substantial local youth population. The parish of Banchory‑Ternan is noted for its list of listed buildings, which highlights the area’s architectural heritage and historic character. Residents of Glassel therefore enjoy proximity to a well‑established educational institution and are part of a community that values its historic built environment. The locality’s setting within Aberdeenshire offers a rural atmosphere with access to the amenities of the nearby town of Banchory while maintaining a quieter, village‑like environment.