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Meiklemill Footbridge – Ellon Old Bridge loop from Ellon

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Meiklemill Footbridge – Ellon Old Bridge loop from Ellon

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Meiklemill Footbridge – Ellon Old Bridge loop from Ellon

00:55

3.57km

10m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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539 m

Meiklemill Footbridge

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Tarmac bridge crosses the river Ythan next to the School. A useful shortcut to Gordon park, or useful to make a loop away from traffic using this bridge and the nearby railway viaduct.

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698 m

Gordon Park

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Local park with something for everyone. The Ellon riverside path runs through here, and there are several good paths which can be incorporated into a run.

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1.35 km

Ellon Old Bridge

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The old bridge in Ellon was built in 1793 and was the main crossing of the river Ythan up until 1944. It is now only in use for pedestrians. A …

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3.57 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.99 km

804 m

658 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.03 km

804 m

608 m

595 m

264 m

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Meiklemill Footbridge – Ellon Old Bridge loop from Ellon

Meiklemill Footbridge

Gordon Park

Ellon Old Bridge

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