Aldie

Settlement in Aberdeenshire

Scotland

Aldie

Entrance to Stoneyhill Landfill site old quarry now used as a major landfill and waste management site.Controversially waste is transported over 100 miles from Highland Region to be disposed of here — Entrance to Stoneyhill Landfill site Credit: Ken Fitlike

Aldie is a small hamlet located in the region of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Situated approximately 4 miles northwest of the town of Turriff, Aldie is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside of northeastern Scotland. This rural settlement is characterized by its tranquility and natural beauty.

The hamlet of Aldie is home to a handful of residential properties, mainly traditional Scottish cottages and farmhouses. The surrounding landscape is dominated by rolling hills, verdant fields, and scattered woodlands, providing a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

Aldie is a close-knit community, with a population of around 100 people. The residents enjoy a close connection with nature and agricultural activities, with several farms and agricultural businesses operating in the area. These farms produce a variety of crops and livestock, contributing to the local economy.

Despite its small size, Aldie benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and cities. Turriff, with its range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and schools, is just a short drive away. The coastal city of Aberdeen, known for its rich history and vibrant city life, is approximately 35 miles southeast of Aldie, providing further opportunities for work and leisure.

For those seeking outdoor pursuits, Aldie offers ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the Scottish countryside. The surrounding area is also popular for fishing, with several rivers and lochs nearby providing opportunities for angling enthusiasts.

In summary, Aldie is a charming and peaceful hamlet in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. With its beautiful natural surroundings and close-knit community, it offers a tranquil retreat for residents and visitors seeking a rural lifestyle in northeastern Scotland.

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Aldie Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 57.448676/-1.8876661 or Grid Reference NK0639. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance to Stoneyhill Landfill site

old quarry now used as a major landfill and waste management site.Controversially waste is transported over 100 miles from Highland Region to be disposed of here

Ken Fitlike

old quarry equipment at Stoneyhill

quarry adjacent to Stoneyhill Farm now being utilised as a major land-fill site

Ken Fitlike

Croft between Cairncatto and Stoneyhill

Ken Fitlike

Stoneyhill Landfill from the north

Ken Fitlike

Croft at East Stoneyhill

Standing forlornly alone next to the desolate rough land of Hill of Longhaven

Ken Fitlike

Power line climbing the Hill of Aldie

Note the ridgetop forest notch cut into the monoculture coniferous stand atop the Hill of Aldie to accommodate the transmission line right-of-way. Photo is a two stitch panorama.

C Michael Hogan

Water Tower at Aldie

Old stone built water tower located on the farm of Aldie in Aberdeenshire.

Iain Smith

Weather Monitoring Mast

Fitted with several anemometers for measuring wind speed, and a solar powered radio telemetry transmitter, this "temporary" mast has been a feature on Aldie Farm in Aberdeenshire for a number of years. Presumably intended to provide information with a view to infesting the area with a windfarm, this project was knocked back after much local objection.

Iain Smith

Unnamed Burn

There really is a burn in there somewhere among the rushes. It drains part of the forest on the Hill of Aldie into the Laeca Burn.

Anne Burgess

Lookout Tower

It's quite hard to imagine what the lookout could be used for, as the surrounding trees are all taller. In any case, it has seen better days, because there is no floor to the platform, and the steps look a bit rickety.

Anne Burgess

Forest Clearing

This square is mostly forest, though on the 1976 map it is shown as treeless moorland and bog. However the trees here have been planted well back from the burn, leaving a rushy clearing which is a bit easier to photograph.

Anne Burgess

Power Line on Hill of Aldie

Although this square is almost all forested, the power line runs across one corner.

Anne Burgess

Max 15 mph

Seeing the road, you wouldn't think a warning sign would be necessary. Yet I am assured that people do tackle this series of potholes at speeds great enough to warrant having the sign there.

Anne Burgess