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    Mar Lodge Estate is 3m W of Braemar

    By bus
    Stagecoach Bluebird service numbers 201, 202 and 203 (Aberdeen - Banchory - Torphins - Aboyne - Ballater - Braemar) all stop at Braemar, 3 miles from Mar Lodge Estate. There are, however, no public transport services from Braemar to the Estate.

    Stagecoach bus numbers 201, 202 and 203 also stop at Crathes Castle and Drum Castle.

    By train
    Aberdeen Bus Station is just a couple of minutes walk from Aberdeen Railway Station. From Aberdeen Bus Station (65 miles away from Mar Lodge), take either the Stagecoach Bluebird bus numbers 201, 202 or 203 to Braemar.

    There are, however, no public transport services from Braemar to the Estate.

    By bike
    Whilst a National Cycle Route does not pass nearby Mar Lodge Estate, it is still easy to cycle there. Mar Lodge Estate is accessible from the A93 via the unclassified road to Linn of Dee.

    It is also possible to hire bicycles with Cycle Highlands at Ballater, who can deliver the bicyles to the Mar Lodge Estate. There is also a bicycle lock-up for guests at the Lodge.

    By foot
    Sitting within the stunning Cairngorms National Park, there is a huge variety of low level and high level walks in and around Braemar.

    For more information:
    Click the National Cycle Network icon to see Sustrans cycle routes for this propertyClick the National Cycle Network icon to see Sustrans cycle routes for this property



    Click here to visit the Stagecoach website

    Call First ScotRail on 0845 601 5929
    Click here to visit their website

    Click here to visit the Cairngorms National Park’s Authority website.

    Visit www.cyclehighlands.com for more information on bike hire

    Click here For information on the Scottish Outdoor Access Code.

    Call Traveline Scotland on 0871 200 2233 for full public transport information

    Road: Access from A93 via unclassified road to Linn of Dee
    Ordnance Survey Ref: NO096899

    News
    • - Footpath appeal raises £40k in 40 days

      An appeal to preserve some of Scotland’s most popular and dramatic mountains has got off to a great start, raising more than £40,000 in 40 days.  more>

    • - Trust’s pride at prize-winning loo

      An environmentally friendly toilet on the National Trust for Scotland’s Mar Lodge Estate has been commended in a recent round of design awards.  more>

    • - Supporters asked to leave more than footprints

      The National Trust for Scotland is asking its supporters to leave more than footprints at the mountain ranges under its care - the conservation charity is looking for donations to help maintain its mountain paths.  more>

    • - Get a taste of estate life at Mar Lodge

      Mar Lodge Estate, one of the National Trust for Scotland’s most expansive properties, is preparing to showcase estate life to visitors this weekend.  more>

    • - Try something new this year with the National Trust for Scotland

      Land rover safaris, sea kayaking and podcast tours are just a few of the treats on offer at National Trust for Scotland properties this summer and beyond. more>

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