Johnston Gardens

A natural nirvana in the heart of Aberdeen’s west end, Johnston Gardens is the perfect place to walk or relax. A poem of peace breathes down winding paths, rockeries recite gentle lyrics while streams and waterfalls sing a lullaby. Radiant rhododendron joy lights your way. It is unsurprising that the park won the Britain in […]

Hazlehead Park

Hazlehead Park in Aberdeen City is an oasis of tranquillity; a timeless walk in parkland first gifted to the city by King Robert the Bruce in 1319, in gratitude for the support he received from its townspeople. The public park we enjoy today dates from 1920. Trees form a sky of green grace above, with […]

Union Terrace Gardens

An artistic amphitheatre overlooked by ancient architecture, Aberdeen’s Union Terrace Gardens offer city centre symmetry and serenity. It is like entering a future world with one eye on a prestigious past. Recently reopened after a major redevelopment, the gardens provide a gentle respite from the city centre crush above, with a grand entrance staircase, tranquil […]

Victoria Park

Victoria Park offers a taste of tranquillity in the heart of Aberdeen, a mirage of botanic bliss. A floral chorus of colour captivates the park visitor. Situated within the elegant Rosemount area of the city, the park was named after Queen Victoria and dates from 1871. A sonnet of simple symmetry, the park is laid […]

Aden Country Park

Aden Country Park, near Mintlaw in central Buchan, offers a variety of charming riverside or woodland walks. Mature trees tower above like nature’s guardians. Paths wind through the trees, over bridges and by a chorus of blushing bluebells. The River Ugie glides through the park like a sparkling jewel, singing its lullaby of peace. The […]

Strichen Community Park

The Buchan village of Strichen sits at the foot of Mormond Hill, and features a delightful community park run by volunteers. A lake provides a home to swans and ducks. On my visit it shimmered in the sun, a vision of timeless beauty. One could imagine secret treasure hidden within its depths, and Buchan ballads […]