Get out and about in Aberdeen and surrounding area
Get out and about in Aberdeen and surrounding area
Get out and about in Aberdeen and surrounding area
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Tolquhon Castle<br />
Tolquhon is one of the most picturesque of the castles <strong>in</strong> the<br />
Grampian countryside. Noted for its highly ornate gatehouse<br />
<strong>and</strong> many beautiful features, there is plenty to explore.<br />
DIRECTIONS<br />
By car 15 miles North of<br />
<strong>Aberdeen</strong> on the A920.<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g available<br />
ENTRY Adults £3.70, Child<br />
£2.20, Concessions £3.00<br />
OPEN Apr-Sept, daily<br />
9.30am-5.30pm,<br />
Oct, 9.30am-4.30pm.<br />
Nov-Mar, weekends only<br />
9.30am-4.30pm<br />
Tullos Hill<br />
There are many types of birds to look <strong>out</strong> for <strong>in</strong> this <strong>area</strong> of<br />
open l<strong>and</strong> close to the sea cliffs. Comb<strong>in</strong>e a walk here with a<br />
visit to Doonies Farm to see rare breeds of farm animals.<br />
DIRECTIONS<br />
By car On the coast road<br />
between Nigg Bay <strong>and</strong> Cove.<br />
Park<strong>in</strong>g available<br />
ENTRY Free<br />
OPEN At all times<br />
FACILITIES<br />
Picnic <strong>area</strong><br />
Shop<br />
A ramp for visitors us<strong>in</strong>g<br />
wheelchairs gives access<br />
to the shop, full access<br />
is available to the castle<br />
grounds, although the<br />
grassed <strong>area</strong>s can be soft<br />
Toilets<br />
FURTHER DETAILS<br />
Near Ellon,<br />
<strong>Aberdeen</strong>shire, AB41 7LP<br />
01651 851286<br />
www.historic-scotl<strong>and</strong>.gov.uk<br />
FACILITIES<br />
Br<strong>in</strong>g your own snacks<br />
Limited disabled access<br />
Toilets nearby at Doonies<br />
Farm<br />
FURTHER DETAILS<br />
Old Cove Road, off Greyhope<br />
Road,<br />
Nigg, <strong>Aberdeen</strong><br />
01224 897400<br />
www.aberdeencity.gov.uk<br />
Attractions <strong>and</strong> Other Places
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