Visit to North Lodge, Fyvie, Aberdeenshire
The North Lodge is one of the original entrance lodges to Fyvie Estate and was original the main entrance for visitors from the North.
Cullen and Portknockie
At Easter, I visited Cullen and Portknockie. I’d been to Cullen many times, although only for ice cream or a meal in one of the hotels or cafes, and I’ve long want to explore the beach, cliffs and neighbouring villages. I’d planned to follow the walk detailed on the MackWalks website – but I was…
New Aberdour Beach & Pennan
New Aberdour Beach Inspired by author Ailish Sinclair’s blog post, I recently visited New Aberdour beach. Given that it was December, the weather wasn’t great and the tide was too far in to visit some of the caves, apart from ones closest to the shore. I’ll definitely be back for a visit in the nicer…
Methlick Cycle Challenge
The Methlick Cycle Challenge has been going for a few years now, initially as a ride from Ballater to Methlick and more recently as a ride based in Methlick itself. The ride offers 66-mile, 44-mile and 20-mile options. This was the first time I’d attempted the event, and I opted for the 44 mile distance….
Suie Classic 2019
Last weekend, I took part in the Suie Classic, a 54 mile bike ride that’s part of the Great Inverurie Bike ride. The Great Inverurie Bike ride started out many years ago as a 25 mile sponsored event. In the last couple of years, a longer, 54 mile option has been added. The route follows…
Brewdog Sportive July 2018
On Saturday, I took part in the Brewdog Sportive. In its first year, this event is organized by Let’s Go Velo and based at Brewdog’s brewery in Ellon, Aberdeenshire. The ride has 30 mile and 60 mile options. I’d opted for the 60 mile, challenge, option, although leading up to the event, it wasn’t clear…
