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Crathes, Drumoak And Durris

Crathes Castle & Gardens – View of Scolty Hill loop from Crathes Castle

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Crathes, Drumoak And Durris

Crathes Castle & Gardens – View of Scolty Hill loop from Crathes Castle

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Crathes Castle & Gardens – View of Scolty Hill loop from Crathes Castle

00:45

2.74km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

291 m

Crathes Castle & Gardens

Highlight • Forest

Great 16th century castle now in the National Trust for Scotland. Interesting guided tours, beautiful gardens and nice tearoom.
There’s a great kids play area and a GoApe centre. ** …

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931 m

Ley Wood

Forest

3

1.54 km

View of Scolty Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

On a clear day you can see across Banchory and to Scotly Hill with its landmark tower. (Another great walk in the area)

Tip by

B

2.74 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.72 km

483 m

285 m

259 m

Surfaces

1.82 km

514 m

416 m

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Thursday 15 October

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