The Deeside Bike Collective are pleased and excited to be working to deliver phase two of the Banchory Woodland Trails for your enjoyment. To build on the success and popularity of the trails we plan to construct a circular all-user path, a flow and pump skills area and complete an upgrade to the red grade trail. These additions will enhance the current offering by providing more options for bike riders and woodland users. The DBC are thrilled to be able to expand this community woodland project to further benefit Aberdeenshire. We are excited to see these developments in 2026!

Residents of Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray now have the chance to directly shape a greener, fairer future for the North East of Scotland.

The Just Transition PB Fund puts the choice in your hands

The public vote is now open until Mon 8th December 2025.

Over the past three years, the Fund has supported 144 eco-friendly, community led projects with £3.5 million in funding. These initiatives are already helping to build a more sustainable region for us all. Now, a further £1 million is available for 2025 with £333,333 allocated to each area, and it’s up to you to decide which local projects receive support.


Chris Mutch

Chris Mutch

Trustee & Project Lead. Happiest when outdoors, on a bike or enjoy time with the family. I have a passion & commitment to delivery the Banchory Woodland Trails for the community, so the current and next generations can benefit from them.