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Balerno Group

We are the Balerno Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Relaxed circular walk using the tracks and paths of Beecraigs through woodlands, passing Beecraigs Loch and going up Cockleroy (provided the weather is favourable)

Saturday, 9 November 2024
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Please contact the walk leader (by text or WhatsApp) to register for this walk, and advise of any medical condition that may impact on your ability to participate in or complete the walk. 

We regret to advise that we do not permit dogs on our walks. 

Bring boots, gaiters and poles if you use them normally.

PD £4.50    ITD £1.00

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 17999 67702
Nearest postcode:
EH14 5NP
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Pentland View Car Park, Currie, off Lanark Rd West. Meet at Pentland View Carpark at 8:50 and be prepared to leave at 9:00. Note that the 44 Bus stops at the Pentland View Carpark. Bus stop is called 'Pentland View Court'.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 00639 74586
Nearest postcode:
EH49 6PL
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Start time:
9:45 am

Car park near the Beecraigs visitor centre

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking