(012) Hill of Barra Circular (Aberdeenshire)

The focal point of this moderate walking excursion amongst fertile Garioch farming country is the exhilarating view from the summit of Barra Hill, redolent with the memories of historical drama ove…

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Returned to #edina to find the place covered in sunshine ☀️and the streets busy with fey-looking, or laid-back 😎 individuals, who give every impression of being in a state of enjoyment 😋; #embro to the #ploy man, embro to the ploy! #scots #Garioch #smdh
(016) Hill of Dunnideer Circular (Aberdeenshire)

An easy walk-in to the Hill of Dunnydeer, avoiding a steep ascent. Views of the hill dominate the route from areas of natural woodland and farmland. The stone circle on the hill-side, and ruined ca…

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(199) Inverurie-River Urie-The Bass-River Don Circuit (Aberdeenshire)

This easy, and surprisingly rural, walk provides a peaceful escape from the constantly busy comings and goings of Inverurie town centre. Historical interest from different periods is provided by th…

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(044) Kirkton of Bourtie-Hill of Barra Return (Aberdeenshire)

The focal point of this easy walk in fertile Garioch farming country is the exhilarating view from the summit of Barra Hill, redolent with the memories of historical drama over the ages. There is a…

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I grew up here. I do miss it tonight. #Garioch

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(201) Inverurie-East Aquhorthies Stone Circle Circuit (Aberdeenshire)

This short walk takes in a very special example of the ancient and mysterious recumbent stone circles that are unique to the North-East of Scotland. The views in all directions throughout the walk …

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We recently enjoyed re-visiting our #Insch - #HillofChristsKirk route following reports of fallen trees and forestry works. We have made some small changes to the route and advisory information and have updated the guidance accordingly … 😀

https://themackwalks.wordpress.com/2019/01/14/049-insch-hills-of-christs-kirk-and-flinder-circuit-aberdeenshire/

#Walking #Hiking #Garioch #Flinder #Aberdeenshire #Scotland

(049) Insch-Hills of Christ’s Kirk and Flinder Circuit (Aberdeenshire)

Walking through farmland, broadleaf and conifer woods, with a moderately taxing overall ascent of 300 m, to reach two fine open summits with tremendous 360° views of the surrounding rural scene, ta…

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We recently re-visited our #OldLogie Loop route to confirm that a previous diversion to avoid forestry operations was no longer necessary. We are glad to report that, although much of the woodland has gone, the forestry operations appear to be complete, and a diversion is no longer necessary. We have updated the guidance accordingly … 😀

https://bit.ly/3EZhmIh

#Walking #Hiking #LogieDurno #Pitcaple #Garioch #Aberdeenshire #Scotland

(104) Old Logie Loop (Aberdeenshire)

A short walk, with an undemanding overall ascent, in pleasant mixed countryside near Pitcaple, on the banks of the River Ury. The ragged peaks of the nearby Bennachie ranger are a dominant feature …

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