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13th June 2025 – Ballochbuie Forest

Distance: 10km  Ascent: 190m

Time: 4 hours

Start: 10am at Keiloch car park.

An amble through the Ballochbuie; a last remnant of the Caledonian pine forest, with magnificent old pine trees and stunning views over the surrounding area.

We will pass the picturesque Honka Hut, and take in the Garbh Allt waterfalls. There are several on going conservation projects that we will pass along the way and more to delve into.

Terrain: Mainly on LandRover tracks, with some narrow paths.

25th July 2025 – Balmoral Cairns Walk

Distance: 8-10km (route dependent on group) Ascent: 200 – 350m (route dependent on group)

Time: 4 hours
 

Start: 10am at Crathie car park

Delving back in time and following the footsteps of Queen Victoria to visit some of the cairns she built for her family on hills near Balmoral Castle.

While walking through the tranquil woods we will encounter great views of the Castle and over the Estate to make the hills worth the effort. Plenty of history and conservation projects of the estate to discuss along the way.

Terrain: Grassy footpaths that can be muddy in places. Some steep climbs and a few rough patches.

3rd October 2025 – Roaring of the Reds, Glen Muick

Distance: 3-6km (depending where the deer are) Ascent: 200m max

Time: 2-3 hours
 

Start: 6pm at Glen Muick Visitor Centre

A characteristic of Scotland in Autumn – the red deer rut! Immerse yourself in the hills surrounded by the roaring of the red deer! A magnificent spectacle to witness.

This walk very much depends on the location of the deer, and we may use estate vehicles to change location depending where the deer are. A slower wander near Loch Muick taking in the atmosphere and all an autumn evening in Scotland can offer.

Terrain: Mainly on land-rover tracks, possibly crossing some heathery hillside for a better position.