A-Z of WALKS and CATEGORIES
Aberdeenshire
Includes information about Tourist Trails, Ranger Service, Country Parks, Parks and Open Spaces.
Paths and Outdoor Access [Aberdeenshire Council]
'Caters for a wide range of walking abilities and features 18 walks throughout the Cairngorms in addition to social events.' Usually held May.
'This walk will take you through the grounds and gardens of Balmoral, passing by some of the monuments and cairns. Your guide will explain about the history of Balmoral as well as the wood ...
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'When Balmoral is open to the Public the Ranger Service are pleased to offer a series of guided walks. Each Wednesday afternoon during April, May, June and July they provide a guided woodland walk, which starts from the Carriage Hall Exhibition at 2.00 p.m.'
The Six Walks are: [1] Creag Choinnich for outstanding views over the village - - - : [2] Queens Drive follow in the footsteps of Queen Victoria - - - : [3] Morrone for ...
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'Six Walks you should do while in Braemar ... '
'The Capel Mounth road lies above 2000 feet high for much of its way. In winter, like a lot of other Mounth passes, it was extremely dangerous, as testified by cairns erected as memorials to person ...
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'This old route is marked as "Mounth Capell" on the Gough Map, which has been dated to between 1355 and 1366. This would have been a very convenient pass between Glen Muick and the Braes of Angus and may have been a good deal used in the days when the district was more populated.'
'The waymarked walk "a'boot Ellon" takes in the riverside as well as the wooded parklands behind the heart of the town.'
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'The fast-growing town of Ellon now has its own circular walk enabling visitors and residents to appreciate the town's unrivalled setting by the banks of the Ythan.'
'We don't do route marches or yomps; we walk, we talk, we sit down, we eat, we point out hills on the horizon, we check the map, we change our plans on the fly, so bring warm clothing.'
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'The Club was started by local families going walking together; this is reflected in the logo. Still today the walks are achievable by any reasonably fit person ...'
'Every city needs to breathe, and Aberdeen’s lucky to have four great forests right on the doorstep. There’s something for everyone here, whether you’re looking for a quiet green place for a run among the trees, somewhere for children to play or some exciting mountain biking'
'From Waterside you can follow the Dune Trail to explore the Ythan estuary, the dunes and beach ... From the Visitor Centre the Heath Trail takes you round the northern section of the Reserve ... The wonderful hidden Hackley Bay makes an enjoyable short extension to either of the two way marked trails ... The routes can be combined to create a much longer route for those looking for a full day's walk.'
'Bennachie is one of the best known and most popular places to visit in north east Scotland. Bennachie is a distinctive hill with several tops and can be seen from miles around.
'The Bennach ...
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'This challenging long distance route runs from the Bennachie Centre to Suie in the west. Allow a day to complete the full trail.'
Member of the Ramblers - Grampian Area Grouping
'The Estate is recognised as one of the most important nature conservation landscapes in the British Isles: over 40% of the estate is covered by national and international nature conservation desig ...
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Occupies nearly 7% of the Cairngorms National Park, covers some of the most remote and scenic wild land in Scotland, including four of the five highest mountains in the UK. Within its boundaries are fine examples of classic features of a Highland landscape: remnants of the ancient Caledonian pine forest, heather moorland, juniper scrub and a part of the high Cairngorm plateau. Fifteen of the Trust's 46 Munros can be found in the Cairngorms around Mar Lodge.'
Drove road from the Bridge of Muick outside Ballater to to the end of the public road at Invermark, 5km from Tarfside: 'Queen Victoria and Prince Albert crossed by Mount Keen in 1861. A well commemorates the spot where they rested after riding from Deeside, and it bears the following couplet: "Rest, Traveller, on this lonely green, and drink, and pray for Scotland's Queen"''
'Boasting an extensive coastline, meandering rivers, rolling countryside and a number of historic castles Aberdeen City and Shire has innumerable opportunities to explore the region by foot. With o ...
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'From magnificent mountains in the Cairngorms National Park to beautiful beaches and coastlines, Aberdeen City and Shire is a vast area just waiting to be discovered. Lace up your hiking boots and explore the stunning region on foot, from its jaw-dropping scenery, wonderful wildlife and fascinating history.'
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