Sport in Aberdeen

As with any city, if you are interested in sport as a student there is something here for you to enjoy from your base at our luxury Aberdeen student accommodation. There are many different routes that people take with sport. For some people it is purely about staying fit and healthy, taking on individual pursuits such as running or swimming. For other people it is more about the camaraderie and making new friends in team sports. Other people are looking for a competitive edge with a view to competing at an elite level. Aberdeen is also a fantastic city for those students looking for a spectator sport and a team to get behind.

Aberdeen Sports Village – This sports facility has dramatically changed the sporting landscape in the Granite City. It is home to countless high-quality sports facilities that allow for great sporting preparation, and many different sports to be played throughout the year. Here, you’ll find that there is an indoor and outdoor athletics track, a gym, a 3G football pitch that allows for year-round matches and training, and much more.
Aberdeen Aquatics Centre – Within easy walking distance of our luxury student apartments in Aberdeen, the Aberdeen Aquatics Centre provides a similar level of top-quality sports facility as the Sports Village, but for watersports. There is an Olympic standard 50m swimming pool, with a 25m swimming pool also at the centre. You’ll also find diving boards, a steam room and sauna, for those of you looking to partake in a little relaxation after a swim and a dive. All abilities and levels of experience are welcome.
Support the Dons – Never relegated from the Scottish top flight, Aberdeen Football Club is full of tradition and history, battling with the big boys from Glasgow over the years. The glory days of the 80s might seem a long time ago (winning two European trophies in its time), but Aberdeen consistently challenges, playing in European football. A trip to Pittodrie to see the Dons play is a must for any sports fan living in the city, and it is only a 20-minute walk from your luxury student accommodation in Aberdeen.
Golf in Aberdeenshire – Golf is hugely popular in Scotland as a whole, and Aberdeenshire is no different. In fact, there are over 50 golf courses in the region, so if you are into playing or watching you’ll certainly be able to have a good day out. The standard of golf courses is up there with some of the best around, and the Royal Aberdeen was host of the 2014 Scottish Open. There are some truly stunning golf courses that run right alongside the breath-taking Scottish coastline.
Hiking in Beautiful Nature – Aberdeen is the perfect base from which to explore the stunning national parks and some of the finest countryside you’ll find anywhere in the UK. If you are into hiking, cycling, or running, you’ll find that there are plenty of walking trails and cycle routes in the region, as well as other outdoor pursuits and activities. Forvie National Nature Reserve is one beautiful place to hike, with sand dunes and marked walking trails. Stonehaven and Dunnottar Castle are also amazing places to go for a long walk.

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