A student website is advising students on the best place to smoke cannabis near campus.
The Aberdeen Tab, a student-run online publication, has highlighted the three best places to ‘”toke” at Aberdeen University without getting caught.
The article comes with a map “for when times get tough” pointing students in the direction of public places to “enjoy a J in peace”.
It includes the iconic 13th century Balgownie Bridge over the River Don and an electricity substation near student digs.
Cheeky writer Hal Duke, listed as having studied at the University of Aberdeen, gives the advice to people living in the Hillhead Student village.
But his favourite spots might not stay secret for long.
Hal writes: “Even with weed becoming more socially acceptable as an alternative (addition) to alcohol, there are still risks involved with smoking up in public.
“The threat of getting busted constantly hangs over you like untapped ash as you stand out in the open, nervously puffing on something that clearly isn’t a cigarette.
“Even if you don’t turn around to find the stern hand of a porter on your shoulder, it may just as easily be the eager hand of a fellow student looking to get in on something they didn’t shell out for.
“Toke in fear no longer.”
Hal advises students take a wonder to the secluded Seaton Gardens which involves climbing through an opening in the wall.
He says the spot “boasts 360 degree wall coverage to keep the worst of the wind from stealing the best of your smoke, benches to kick back on, and enough chill vibes to inspire several reggae albums”.
If that doesn’t appeal an electricity substation behind the Hector Boece student digs is option number two.
Hal describes it as “the ultimate in stealth spots for those concerned about bumping into any potential leachers/porters/leaching porters”.
And lastly, for those “who like a little jaunt with their joint”, Hal highlights Balgownie Bridge over the river Don.
He writes: “Once there, you will be treated to a spectacular view across the Don where you can ponder the mysteries of the universe and inter-connectivity of nature in peace.”
A University of Aberdeen spokeswoman said: “The University of Aberdeen has a zero-tolerance approach to drugs on campus. The views expressed refer to a number of sites which are not part of the University’s campus.
“The University signposts students concerned about drug misuse to relevant support services.”
