Named for the hill at its heart, The Bin contains many of Aberdeenshire’s most impressive grand firs. Some date back to the 1840s and are among the oldest in the country.
Medicinal powers were once attributed to the Gallon of Water, a small pool near the knobbly top of the Bin. Today most people make the climb for the views across the countryside.
Be sure to visit The White Wood. Local people planted this new area of woodland with native trees, shrubs and wild flowers as a living monument to peace. The white wood is located off the Queen Tree Trail between Ferny Knowe and Clean Hill.
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An enchanting wood overlooking the River Spey
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A favourite start point for those climbing Oxen Craig
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