Walks for July and August
Wednesday July 10th
Dunnydeer and Hill o’Christ’s Kirk LM37 (616282)
This walk combines 2 short hill climbs. Dunnydeer Hill, a short
hill climb approx 1 mile. Christ’s Hill and Flinders Hill a longer
more gradual climb, both with wonderful views and historical
interest. Short walk in area to be confirmed.
Wednesday July 24th
Clachnaben LM45 (614864)
The old rhyme goes ‘Clachnaben and Bennachie are twa
landmarks fae the sea’. This is a lovely walk with a wee bit of a
challenge. Start from Glen Dye car park with gentle climb
followed by downhill slope, through the woods until we climb the
staircase up to the very visible tor. Returning by the same route,
a distance of 6 miles. Short walk is through the forests. 3 miles.
Wednesday August 7th
Woodland of Fyvie Area NJ (793389)
Woodland trails and farm tracks with short section on tarmac
roads. Generally level. The long walk finishes at Fyvie Castle.
6.5 miles. The short walk also finishes at Fyvie Castle. 3 miles.
Wednesday August 21st
Ballater – Cambus o’May Circular LM44
From the square at Ballater we cross the bridge and turn left on
to the South Deeside Road. Then enter the woods following the
track through the fields and birch woods to Cambus o’May
bridge. Crossing the bridge, walk back to Ballater along the old
railway line. 7.5miles. Short walk Ballater to Cambus o’May
3.5miles.