The second highest hillfort in Scotland, Tap O'Noth is also a prominent landmark which commands exceptional views over the Grampians. Views reach deep into the Cairngorms to the West. The hillfort itself is high, isolated and barren.

RSC on hilltop location near Insch with spectacular views South over the Grampians, Dunnideer and Mither Tap (and Tap O'Noth if you must). The recumbent is in good condition but leaning precariously. It would be judicious to reinforce its base to save it from toppling. Finely worked flanker.

Fine example of the "lens" family of recumbents, with oversized flankers in reasonable condition overall. With a bit of TLC this monument would stand as an almost perfect example of its kind.

A mighty recumbent of the high, disc shaped "Dunnideer family" is all that remains of this once great circle. Alone, conspicuous in its perimeter fence, and far from prying eyes, this stone has witnessed millenia of human history and weathered the ice of five thousand winters and the scorching sunlight of five thousand summers.

Late recumbent stone circle in peaceful forest setting. Heavy on atmosphere. The views which this circle once would have commanded, have been blocked by tree planting - not far down the lane the panorama opens up and you get a whole other side to this monument - again, hidden.

Pleasant RSC  (did I say pleasant?! Well, it's within 5 miles of Swanky Banchory) with remains of ring cairn and several uprights. Worth visiting as Eslie the Lesser and Nine Staines/Mulloch Wood are only around the corner. 

Sensitively restored RSC with far reaching views to the Cairngorms. Visited on a very wet day but lingered long enough to feel the standing stones were observers, keepers, curators, assistants for the rituals performed here.