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About Clova

Clova lies in Aberdeenshire's farming country, reached via the A944 from Aberdeen (50km east) or local roads from Alford. The village sits in the sheltered Howe of Alford valley, surrounded by agricultural land and traditional stone cottages. About 3 public fast EV chargers serve the area, and the name supposedly comes from Gaelic meaning "hoof," after a horseshoe bend in a local burn.

Where is Clova on the map?

Clova is in Scotland, at 57.283, -2.900 - about 38 km north of Aboyne.

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The closest airport to Clova is Aberdeen International Airport, 54 km (about 52 min by car).

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