Category: Walking Group

Hi walkers (and some Glebe Communty gardeners),

The next Aberlour walking Group walk is on 11th May 2024 to Buckie-Portgordon. It is a circular route, starting and finishing in Cluny Square. Travelling from Fochabers, go left at the signpost to Buckie, and follow the road down to the square.

We spotted 2 seals today, but no doubt there will be more wildlife to spot.

For those interested in Community Gardens, we will stop for some refreshement at the Portgordon Community Garden.

As usual, let me know if you are joining us by Thursday 9th May, and if you need help with transport.

Donald
0 7909 936724

Start point: This is a circular figure-of-eight route which starts from the car park at
the mouth of the Spey in Kingston-on-Spey.

Route: It follows the Moray Coastal Trail and visits some of Moray’s coastal defences from World War Two, including a rifle range. We follow a steep section on sandy paths climbing through woods to Binn Hill; stopping for a tea break to take in some excellent views of the coast. The route returns to the coast following the Moray Coastal trail back to the rifle range, returning to Kingston-on Spey on an inland track.

Distance: 9.5km (6mi), 90m ascent.

The September walk is from Lhanbryde to Mosstodloch.

Route: We walk on paths through the Loch Na Bo estate, passing Kettle Loch, then Blackburn and to the old Orbliston station. A minor road then takes us to Balnacoul Wood, where we follow a path to Mosstodloch.

Distance: The walk is approx. 10km with 80m ascent.

As this is not a circular route, we will be leaving cars at both ends. Flyers will be in the church and on our noticeboards from 20th August. Please let Donald know if you will be joining us – tel: 07909 936724 or email to aberlourwalking@gmail.com by Thursday 7th September. Donald will then email you further details.

The October walk is a change to the one advertised in the Kirk News.

Route: The walk to Scalan is a shorter walk than normal, with a more physical option added-on to Tom Trumper. The local Ranger will take us on a guided tour of the Scanlan Mills (and seminary) which gives a fascinating glimpse of our rural past.

The walk starts at 11am from the Scalan car park. Flyers are in the church and on our noticeboards. Please let Donald know if you will be joining us – tel: 07909 936472 or email to aberlourwalking@gmail.com by Thursday 6th October. Donald will then email you further details.

Start point: Travel on A98 from Fochabers, turn left under and through viaduct shortly after Cullen Bay Hotel. Park at the Golf Club Car Park.

Route: The route follows good quality tracks and the beach. We will have lunch at picnic tables at Findochty. The only steep section is at the start, when we walk up the viaduct. Please let me know if you would find this difficult, and I will drive you round to a gentler start.

Distance: ~10km (6m), total ascent 180m.

Walk leader: Donald Grassie.

1. Please register for the walk by Thursday 11th August with (mobile number & email address), to Donald Grassie, the Walking Group Convenor. Email details to aberlourwalking@gmail.com.
2. Please observe normal Covid protocols. Do not come if you are isolating or are suffering from Covid symptoms.
3. Please bring a picnic lunch which we can enjoy in each other’s company.
4. When you register, please let Donald know if you need a lift, or can offer a lift, and if you need a gentler start.
5. The walk on 10th September will be a circular walk at Darnaway. Details to follow.