Explore forty hectares of woodland, riverside meadows, and play areas with picnic facilities in this free family-friendly country park near Alford.

Haughton Country Park is a sprawling forty-hectare destination located on the outskirts of Alford, twenty-five miles west of Aberdeen. This former private estate, acquired by Aberdeenshire County Council in 1970, offers families a diverse natural environment combining woodland walks, riverside scenery, and recreational spaces. The park features naturally regenerated birch woodland with heather understory accessible via a network of walking paths, alongside riverside wildflower meadows and open grassland suitable for informal recreation. Visitors can enjoy two dedicated play equipment areas for children and a Trim Track with nine activity points designed for a wider age range. The park provides picnic tables throughout, and visitors are welcome to bring their own barbecues (with designated concrete slabs provided). Facilities include parking for approximately 300 cars with disabled spaces, two year-round toilet blocks with disabled access, and ornamental planting areas. The park is open during daylight hours every day of the year, making it accessible for families year-round. With its combination of natural woodland exploration, children's play facilities, picnic areas, and trim track activities, the park caters to families with young children, older children, and adults seeking outdoor recreation.

Venue Details