Trails, Aberdeen Heritage Trails
Details
This project aims to create a series of walking trails around the City. These will explore Aberdeen's cultural and natural heritage, improve access to and from the countryside and around the urban area and promote walking for health. Work includes the production of guide booklets, path repairs, information panels and promotional events. A key aspect is working with Aberdeen and Grampian Tourist Board to promote the City's Heritage Trails as an attraction in itself, complimenting the existing Grampian driving trails.
The landscape, natural and cultural heritage of Scotland attracts visitors from all over the world. More people come to Scotland to walk, ride and cycle than to play golf or ski, with outdoor activities accounting for almost a fifth of Scotland's tourist expenditure. Aberdeen has a high concentration of heritage features, providing an opportunity to develop walking trails and associated businesses.
The project will deliver a range of social and environmental benefits. Local interest groups will be involved in developing and publicising the trails, which will encourage greater use of existing leisure and recreational facilities. This project will also improve the City's image, helping to build a sense of place through strategic cultural investment in the City.
Contact(s)
- Aberdeen Heritage Trails
Aberdeen City Council
Strategic Leadership
Planning and Infrastructure
8th Floor St Nicholas House
Broad Street
Aberdeen
AB10 1BW
Phone: 01224 523470
Fax: 01224 636181
Email: paths@aberdeencity.gov.uk
