Auchleven

Settlement in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Auchleven

Auchleven is a small village located in the Aberdeenshire region of Scotland. Situated approximately 20 miles northwest of Aberdeen, it lies within the Inverurie and District ward. The village is nestled within the picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and scenic environment.

Auchleven is primarily a residential area, with a population of around 200 people. The community is tight-knit, and the village maintains a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The majority of the houses in Auchleven are traditional stone-built structures, adding to the village's charm and character.

Although small, Auchleven offers several amenities to its residents. These include a local primary school, a village hall, and a church. The village hall serves as a hub for various community activities and events, providing a space for social gatherings and meetings.

The surrounding area of Auchleven is known for its agricultural landscape, with many residents involved in farming and related industries. The village benefits from its proximity to larger towns, such as Inverurie, which provide additional services and employment opportunities.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Auchleven offers plenty of opportunities for nature walks and exploration. The nearby River Ury and the surrounding countryside provide scenic views and a peaceful environment for outdoor activities.

Overall, Auchleven is a charming and close-knit village, offering its residents a peaceful and rural lifestyle while still being within reach of larger towns and cities.

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Auchleven Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.310013/-2.625625 or Grid Reference NJ6224. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Village of Auchleven

View from the Black hill

Ralph Greig

View from a layby

Towards the Bennachie range of hills

Ralph Greig

Insch Airfield

Ralph Greig

Drain from Hanging Well wood

Seen from the B992 at Slug How close to a cowshed.

Stanley Howe

Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (1)

The large stone closest to the camera is the recumbent, and the only other stone still standing is just visible above the vegetation to its left. See Link

for more details. NJ6024 : Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (2)

Anne Burgess

Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (2)

This massive stone is the recumbent. Unfortunately the tree that has grown up immediately beside it makes it difficult to photograph well. See Link

for more details. NJ6024 : Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (3)

Anne Burgess

Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (3)

The recumbent is one of only two stones still standing. There is a story that the flankers either sank into the sand, or were buried, but this looks a little unconvincing to me. See Link

for more details. NJ6024 : Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (4)

Anne Burgess

Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (4)

In this view of the recumbent from near the other remaining stone, there is an uninterrupted view of the stone. See Link

for more details. NJ6024 : Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (5)

Anne Burgess

Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (5)

This is the only stone still standing besides the recumbent. See Link

for more details. NJ6024 : Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (6)

Anne Burgess

Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (6)

These are the only remaining stones still standing. The more distant one is the recumbent. See Link

for more details. NJ6024 : Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (7)

Anne Burgess

Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (7)

The recumbent in the background with the only other surviving stone in front. See Link

for more details. NJ6024 : Loanend Recumbent Stone Circle (1)

Anne Burgess

Insch Airstrip

This is the view down to the airstrip from the brow of the hill at Loanend. Towards the left of this view are the hangars at Insch Airstrip. The actual strip runs to the right.

Anne Burgess

Cattle Trough at Loanend

Grazing land, at present apparently not in use.

Anne Burgess

Inside the Hangar

This is the extension to the hangar belonging to the Grampian Microlight and Flying Club, to give it its full current name. It provides storage for light fixed-wing and flex-wing aircraft.

Anne Burgess

A Microlight Takes Off

One of the members of the flying club prepares to take off at Insch Airstrip. In the background is Waulkmill House.

Anne Burgess

Picketed Aircraft

A light aircraft parked on the airfield at Insch is picketed to prevent it being blown about in the event of strong winds. Waulkmill House is in the background.

Anne Burgess

Insch Airfield

On the left is the nissen-style building that is the original hangar on the airfield, and to its right is the club house, looking smart and new although it has been there since 1998.

Anne Burgess

G-CENH Takes Off

G-CENH is a Tecnam P2002 Sierra based here at Insch. It is a two seat, low-wing, light aircraft constructed from aluminium and powered by a single Rotax 912 S2 engine. Waulkmill House in the background.

Anne Burgess

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Auchleven is located at Grid Ref: NJ6224 (Lat: 57.310013, Lng: -2.625625)

Unitary Authority: Aberdeenshire

Police Authority: North East