Since ancient times there was a crossing of the Dee River at Kincardine O'Neil.[3] Locations of the Dee crossings along with alignment of ancient trackways formed a major impetus for location of early castles and settlements. In the vicinity of Kincardine O'Neil the Middle Ages trackways to the south had a particular influence on development in and around Kincardine O'Neil and Aboyne Castle.[4]
Saint Irchard, a medieval bishop of the Picts, was born in Kincardine O'Neil.[5]
In the 19th century, the Deeside Railway bypassed the village, impeding the expansion of the settlement, unlike towns nearby. By 1895 the population of Kincardine O'Neil exceeded 200.[6] Most of the extant buildings were built in the 19th century.
The village was designated a conservation area in 1983 and subsequently granted 'outstanding' status in 1995.[7]
Amenities
Kincardine O'Neil is home to a number of shops and services including a traditional village store and post office. The village hall, bowling green and playing field are to the west end of the settlement. There is a curling pond behind the north side of the main street. There is a Scottish Episcopal Church and a primary school. Public toilets are maintained by the local community. The Deeside Way passes through the village.
^Mac an Tàilleir, Iain. "Ainmean-Àite - K-O"(PDF). The Scottish Parliament. Archived from the original(PDF) on 4 November 2020. Retrieved 3 November 2020.
