Plans for a new Mobility Hub and a designated Coach Parking Facility within the village of Ballater are moving forward with the launch of the next round of public consultation. From Monday 24 November, locals and visitors to the area are invited to share their feedback on public transport improvements for the village. The proposals are part of an ongoing project between Regional Transport Partnership Nestrans, Aberdeenshire Council, and Cairngorms National Park Authority. Designs showcase plans for a new mobility hub – a central spot where different modes of transport …
Tour of Britain stage revealed for Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen
The final stage route for the Tour of Britain in September – which will be in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire – has been announced. Stage 8 will begin in Stonehaven and this year’s overall champion will be crowned in Aberdeen at the end of the most northerly stage ever to feature in the Tour of Britain. By popular demand from local cyclists, the route includes the King of the Mountains climb at Cairn o’ Mount (3.35km, 9.5% average). The peloton will briefly head into the Cairngorms National Park, with Ballater marking …