Glen Tanar National Nature Reserve
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Overview
Glen Tanar NNR, on the south side of Royal Deeside and within the borders of the Cairngorms National Park, provides a perfect opportunity to experience Scotland’s ancient Caledonian pine forest and its wildlife. You might see a darting red squirrel, an acrobatic Scottish crossbill, or even hear the gurgling call of a caper caillie as you wander through its ancient trees. From the banks of the rushing River Dee, you might also see the silvery flash of a migrating salmon powering its way upstream. Beyond the trees, birds of prey such as hen harrier, merlin, osprey and golden eagles patrol the moorlands. Spring is a good time to visit the forest, when it is bursting into life with new growth and alive with the songs of long-tailed tits and crossbills. There’s more chance of the pesky midges in the summer, when the woods are fragrant with the pollen from the pinewood and graced by butterflies, damselflies and dragonflies.
About the area
Visitors to Aberdeenshire with any kind of interest in history are in for a treat. There are more castles to the acre in Aberdeenshire than anywhere else in Britain.
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Loch Kinord Hotel
Family-run, Loch Kinord Hotel is well located for leisure and sporting pursuits, and has lots of character and a friendly atmosphere. There are two bars, one outside and a cosy one insi...
Lys-Na-Greyne
Built in 1912 for Sir Francis Outram Bt, Lys-Na-Greyne is an Edwardian granite house discretely nestled in the tranquil wooded conservation area at the west end of Aboyne. Sitting on th...
The Commercial
The Commercial benefits from a stunning location in the heart of Royal Deeside in the 'Howe O' Cromar'. Near to Aberdeen, the Grampian Mountains and the Cairngorm National Park, The Com...
Douneside House
Douneside House provides an impressive range of facilities, with extensive grounds, fishing, spa and leisure facilities as well as stunningly beautiful gardens. Bedrooms come in a range...
Balmoral Arms
Formerly Deeside Inn, Balmoral Arms continues the tradition of attracting visitors to Royal Deeside, which has existed since Victorian times. Located in the Royal Deeside village of Bal...
Ballater Caravan Park
Ballater Caravan Park is located in the heart of this delightful conservation village. Positioned in between the River Dee and the golf club this is a really well thought out and presen...
The Auld Kirk
This Victorian Scottish Free Church building has been carefully converted into a warm guest house and is now hosted by welcoming proprietors Helen & Kevin. Many original features of the...
Feughside Caravan Park
A small, well maintained family-run site, set amongst mature trees and hedges, located five miles from Banchory and with stunning views of Clachnaben Hill. The site is ideally suited to...
