Westhill

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In the town centre, you’ll find a selection of independent food retailers, boutique gift shops, and a variety of dining options to suit every taste. 

Additional attractions include the local golf club, a convenient shopping centre, and the striking Westhill Gateway Public Art sculpture, which pays tribute to the town’s agricultural roots and farming heritage. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1586515830492{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1582895061408{padding-top: 40px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_column_text css_animation=”bottom-to-top” css=”.vc_custom_1761125570369{margin-bottom: 1rem !important;}”]Route Planning

Great journey planner for bikes –it’s open source so any cycle routes added to OpenStreetMap appear here: www.cyclestreets.net

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Local Trips

Westhill is an excellent place to explore the surroudning countryside.

• Drum Castle: Within minutes you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of Aberdeenshire, views of Loch of Skene, the Grampians and Bennachie. Route card here
• Dunecht Estate: A beautiful destination for a cycle with a variety of routes to choose from.
• Garlogie Woods: A simple route from Westhill, passing the lovely Loch of Skene on the way.

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Picking up a bike from Westhill, access the rolling countryside of Aberdeenshire in minutes.

• Heading South – the Deeside Way, a picturesque 41-mile walking and cycling route from Aberdeen to Ballater. You can join it in Peterculter, about 6 miles from Westhill. 

• Heading Southwest (26km round trip): Drum Castle, with its over 700 years of history, features a medieval tower, a Jacobean mansion, a stunning rose garden and an ancient oak forest. 
• Heading East (22km round trip): Aberdeen, a city where history, culture, and coastal charm come together in a truly unique way. Often considered Scotland’s hidden gem, it captivates with its striking architecture and lively seaside atmosphere.  

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