DDCA Takes Over Stewardship of The Glenrinnes Way.
Dufftown and District Community Association (DDCA) is pleased to announce that it has taken over the maintenance and stewardship of the Glenrinnes Way following the winding up of Mortlach Area Leisure Trails (M.A.L.T).
The trustees of M.A.L.T have generously passed on the charity’s remaining assets to the DDCA, ensuring that the Glenrinnes Way, a vital and well-used local path, continues to benefit the community. The DDCA extends its sincere thanks to the M.A.L.T trustees for their dedication over the years. Their work began with the formation of Mortlach Area Leisure Trails in 2004- and culminated in the official opening of the Glenrinnes Way on Saturday 21st October 2006 by Bill Grant, one of the path’s oldest users, and Alec Gauld, one of the youngest.
The Glenrinnes Way, which forms part of a popular circular walk from Dufftown past the Golf Course, has provided a safe route for walkers and cyclists along the B9009, a stretch of road previously considered hazardous due to blind bends and heavy lorry traffic. Since its opening, the path has been a valued community resource, attracting over 250 walkers per week as well as numerous cyclists.
The DDCA will continue to maintain the Glenrinnes Way and support the wider network of local paths. These routes are important not only for the health and wellbeing of the community but also for supporting the local economy by encouraging tourism.
“This handover ensures the Glenrinnes Way remains a safe and enjoyable route for everyone, We are grateful to M.A.L.T for their vision and hard work in establishing the path, and we look forward to continuing their legacy.” Fraser McGill, DDCA Chairperson.
