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Huntly Aberdeenshire formerly known as Milton of Strathbogie. Huntly was the hometown of the writer George MacDonald Some of his novels, especially the Robert Falconer and Alec Forbes of Howglen play partly in Huntly, even
if the name of the town is changed. So they give a rather good introduction to the life in Huntly in the 19th century Huntly is well known for Huntly Castle, a beautiful castle that is overlooked by
the Gordon Schools. It also homes the famous Deans bakers which produce world famous shortbread biscuits. Its surrounding villages include the beautiful villages of Keith and Rothiemay.
The A96 from Aberdeen to Elgin passes through Huntly at about an hours journey from Aberdeen.
There is excellent salmon and trout fishing on the Rivers Deveron and
Bogie administered by the River Deveron Salmon Fisheries Board.. Other outdoor activities include Nordic Skiing in Clashindarroch Forest walking and mountain biking Nearby is the start point of
Scotland's longest horse ride trail, Highland Horseback, running 200 miles to the West Coast
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