Morgan Park

Morgan Park sits on the outskirts of Laurencekirk, a proper local spot that doesn't get swamped with tourists despite being rather well-kept. It's the kind of place where families can actually let the kids run about without feeling like you're herding them through a heritage site. The park itself offers decent green space, woodland walks if you're after something a bit more purposeful than just sitting on a bench, and enough room that it doesn't feel cramped even when a few other visitors are about.

For families with younger children, this is genuinely useful - they can burn off energy while you get some fresh air without needing to venture far from Laurencekirk's facilities. If you're staying at Royal Arch Riverside Park just down the road, Morgan Park makes a solid morning activity before heading elsewhere for lunch. Don't expect anything spectacular or Instagram-worthy, mind you. It's functional rather than stunning, the kind of place you'd take the kids on a decent day rather than plan a whole trip around.

The woodland sections are pleasant enough for a couple of hours if you've got walkers in the group, though nothing particularly challenging or wild. Worth fitting in if you're in the area for a few days and need low-key options between the more substantial attractions Aberdeenshire has to offer. Check ahead for any seasonal closures or facilities.