Pressendye, Tarland

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Pressendye is a superlative viewpoint, making a great destination for this circular walk from Tarland, signposted as the 'Skyline circuit'. The route is very varied, with fertile farmland, country roads and tracks, a moorland ridge and woodland paths.

Terrain

Minor roads, tracks, heathery hill path - mostly waymarked, fairly gentle climbing to exposed summit.

Public Transport

Limited service from Banchory / Torphins, week days only.

Start

Tarland, square. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

Hillwalking in Winter

Please note that hillwalking when there is snow lying requires an ice-axe, crampons and the knowledge, experience and skill to use them correctly. All route descriptions and difficulties given here are for summer conditions. See our Winter Skills page for basic information on the essential skills, techniques and knowledge needed for winter hillwalking.

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