It’s looking likely that more Brits will be holidaying in the UK in 2021. We have some time to go, but the news is looking optimistic for this coming summer. The UK is a great place to take a holiday, and we’ll all be glad for a change of scene when the time is right. The thing we want you to consider in today’s article is the fact that the whole country will be desperate for a holiday this summer. We want you to consider a trip to the Bridge of Don in Aberdeenshire.
Close to the beaten track
What puts a lot of people off of going to so-called undiscovered places in the UK is the risk that they will have to drive all the way out to a place that they’re unfamiliar with. Embracing the hidden gems of the UK comes with its risks. The last thing you want is to be in a quaint little town that is miles away from anywhere. We want to recommend Bridge of Don because of its proximity to the city of Aberdeen.
Everything you need is down the road
Aberdeen is the biggest city in the North East of Scotland and comes with all the amenities and links you would want from a well-sized town. The city is linked by rail and the A9 to the likes of Edinburgh and beyond, and also has its own international airport. City breaks aren’t for everyone, so if you make the decision to stay in Bridge of Don just to the North of Aberdeen, you have the option to nip into town for the day only.
Bridge of Don as a destination
The historical town of Bridge of Don has a lot to offer to those who come to stay. Seaton Park once formed part of the historical Seaton Estate, which dated as far back as the 17th Century. The grounds of the former estate are a stunning place to take a stroll on a sunny afternoon and are home to a variety of wildlife and birds. The well-kept park is a perfect place to unwind!
Scotstown Moor is an area of countryside that lends itself well to walkers and hikers looking to explore the serene countryside that surrounds Bridge of Don. Like Seaton Estate, there is a variety of wildlife here that enthusiasts will be keen to see including Otters and birds like Herons, Willow Warblers and Chiffchaffs.
History lovers will be keen to see some of the bridges that span the River Don. First is the namesake of the town, Bridge of Don. It’s made from granite like most of the architecture in Aberdeen and consists of five arches. The bridge was completed in 1830 and still acts as a roadway for the A956. Visitors might be interested to see coastal defences and pillboxes in the area around the bridge that date from the Second World War.
Further up the river lies another bridge that crosses the Don. Brig o’ Balgownie is even older than the aforementioned Bridge of Don. It was built sometime in the 14th century and was historically the only northern route in and out of Aberdeen. The scenery in which Brig o’ Balgownie lives is stunning and the whole setting feels like a trip to the past.
A place to settle
It’s easy to see why Bridge of Don is such an appealing place to visit. Many people in recent years have fallen in love with the scenic beauty of the North East of Scotland and have chosen to settle here permanently. A look at information from local property experts shows why Bridge of Don has become such an appealing area to both live and visit.
We hope today’s article has given you an appetite to visit Bridge of Don and discover this wonderful and underappreciated town!
