The Deeside Way largely follows the route of the Old Royal Deeside Railway from Aberdeen to Ballater. The path is suitable for walkers and cyclists with many sections suitable for horses as well. The majority of the route is suitable for child buggies and wheelchairs can access to within a few metres of all caches. Further details on the Deeside Way can be found at www.deesideway.org The route is waymarked using the following logo -
The Railway is still 'live' along this section. Seasonally at least. For about a mile. With both steam and diesel engines.Thanks to the stalwart efforts Royal Deeside Railway Preservation Society: http://www.deeside-railway.co.uk/
At the Milton of Crathes, there is a Victorian station, a railway carriage tearoom, ice creams etc.
The level crossing marks the limits of the restored railway. For the moment. There are plans to continue restoring the line through to Banchory.