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Delgaty Wood
Delgaty Wood
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About
Mossy-floored woodland overlooked by Delgatie Castle
Catch a glimpse of Delgatie Castle and its loch through the trees of this pleasant woodland. The trails are great for gentle cycling as well as walking.
Walking trails
Walking
Fishery Trail
Climb up into the varied forest past the old ice house and return via the loch with views of Delgatie Castle.
Firm but uneven gravel surface. Includes some fairly steep slopes and a short flight of steps. Parts may be muddy or wet after rain.
1 ¼ miles / 2.1 km
Allow ¾ hour
More information
This trail starts at the car park by Delgatie Castle on the north side of the wood.
Walking
Song Birds Trail
Enjoy the peace and quiet of this mossy-floored larch and pine forest.
Firm but uneven gravel surface. Fairly steep slopes. Occasionally muddy parts.
1 ¾ miles / 2.8 km
Allow 1 hour
More information
Birds chatter, pigeons coo and squirrels scamper in the trees above the trail. The forest floor is alive too: watch for beetles busy in the moss. This trail starts at the small car park on the south side of the wood.
Facilities and access
The nearest public toilets, shops and places to eat are in Turriff. If you fancy treating yourself, Delgatie Castle is well known for its traditional afternoon teas!
Car parking information
There is no charge to park in this car park. Please park with care and consideration. In particular please park in designated parking areas only and do not block entrances or gates.
Getting here
The woodland shares a car park with Delgatie Castle, which is well signposted from the A947 north of Turriff and the B9170 just west of Cuminestown.
There is also a smaller car park at the south end of the wood, 2 miles along Balmellie Road from the centre of Turriff.
Using SatNav?
AB53 5TD is the nearest postcode for Delgatie Castle.
Get in touch
Have a question or suggestion for improvement?
Phone
0300 067 6380 (option 2)
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