A new leaflet to guide walkers along some of Deeside’s most scenic routes has been published.
The guide features a number of walks through Ballater, including routes that have been repaired following the floods earlier this year.
Richard Watts, chairman of the Ballater Business Association, said: “Ballater has great walks right on its doorstep and there’s no doubt that access to the outdoors and to walks and other outdoor activities are among our area’s greatest strengths.
“Through the publication of this new leaflet it shows people how easy it is to access our great walking routes and helps demonstrate that the Ballater area is on the mend and getting over the impact of the flooding caused by Storm Frank.”
The leaflet details five routes of varying lengths that all start and finish in the village, while showing off the area’s views, wildlife and local history.
The revised edition has been produced by the Cairngorm Outdoor Access Trust (COAT), the environmental charity working to promote sustainable public access in the region.
Adam Streeter-Smith, COAT officer, said: “Ballater has always been blessed with fantastic walks and makes a great base for venturing further afield to explore the Cairngorms National Park.
“The revised Ballater Path Leaflet highlights some of the best local walks taking in great views fascinating local history and wildlife to boot.”
The free leaflet is available from Ballater Visitor Information Centre located at Albert Memorial Hall, Station Square, or can be downloaded by visiting
http://cairngorms.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/160630BallaterPaths.pdf
