Old Slain's castle from Collieston loop – Forvie National Nature Reserve

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Hiking trails & Routes

United Kingdom

Scotland

Aberdeenshire

Slains And Collieston

Old Slain's castle from Collieston loop – Forvie National Nature Reserve

Easy

4.0

(3)

hikers

Old Slain's castle from Collieston loop – Forvie National Nature Reserve

01:27

5.41km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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308 m

Collieston Beach

Highlight • Settlement

Collieston is a small, sandy beach nestled within the fishing harbor. It formed in the 19th century when breakwaters were added to the harbor, leading to the build up of …

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2.74 km

Ruins of Old Slains Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Park at Collieston and Walk along the costal path.

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4.90 km

Slains Kirk and Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

A church has been present here since the fifth century, attributed to St. Ternan. Over the centuries, the church has remained a central point for the community. The current church, …

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5.41 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.91 km

1.36 km

151 m

Surfaces

3.28 km

1.36 km