Expansion Plans Rejected Again | Aberdeen News

Aberdeen News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Helen Sutherland’s dream of expanding her beloved Hillhead Caravan Park near Kintore has hit another roadblock—this time, despite planners’ glowing approval, the Garioch committee voted 8-7 against her revised plan. She’d hoped to add 12 touring spots and 13 lodges plus new facilities, but councillors raised fresh concerns about road access and privacy for nearby residents at Hillhead Croft. Even though she’d addressed past objections, the vote left her heartbroken—though grateful to the seven who supported her. Now, she’s weighing whether to appeal to the Scottish Government, while reminding…