19th February 2023 : Lochnagar & High Tea

Lochnagar walk followed by High Tea in Ballater
OS Map 44 (Ballater & Glen Clova)
Lochnagar summit Grid Ref. NO244861
Distance Stonehaven to Spittal of Glenmuick 46 miles

Meeting point is the large car park in the centre of Ballater. Should the weather be bad an alternative walk will be chosen.

Lochnagar is one of Scotland’s most famous hills, popular with walkers all year round; the summit is 1155m, its main feature the spectacular north-facing corrie. The usual start point the car park at Spittal of Glenmuick has a charge of £3 for parking (coins only) nearby there are toilets and a visitor centre. From there a good path leads to the summit.

We will be in the depths of winter for this walk so come prepared with full winter clothing, ice axe, crampons etc. (Club ice axes can be borrowed from Karin).

Followed by High Tea (location to be confirmed).

Traditionally our annual high tea has been held in Stonehaven later in the evening, this year we will be holding it in Ballater immediately after our walk so it may be prudent to bring a change of dry clothing.

Booking has been made for 16 diners; however this may be changed nearer the time.

Menu and price will be posted on Spond nearer the date.