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Midlothian Group

The Midlothian Ramblers are a friendly group welcoming everyone to come and explore the rich and varied scenery of Midlothian and surroundings every Sunday

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

Blackness Circular 6.5 miles, Leisurely(C)

Walk leader: Kate Robertson (07535536185)

A lovely leisurely woodland and shore walk past Blackness Castle, Midhope Castle (may be a short detour if shooting is taking place on Hopetoun Estate), Abercorn Church, skirting the Hopetoun Estate then back to Blackness by the John Muir Way.  Mostly tracks and paths with a short minor road section.  May be muddy in places.  Some inclines but nothing too steep.

Sunday, 8 December 2024
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
2:01 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Meet at Midlothian Indoor Bowling Club for 9.30 am departure or at the Square in Blackness, EH49 7NG for 10.15 am.  Please note there is limited parking in Blackness so please car share if possible.  Estimated finish time 2pm.  Option for coffee at Rouken Glen Garden Centre afterwards.

Contact walk leader to register for the walk.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 32988 67240
Nearest postcode:
EH22 1JD
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Meet at Midlothian Indoor Bowling Club for 9.30 am Please note there is limited parking in Blackness so please car share if possible

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 05191 80022
Nearest postcode:
EH49 7NG
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Start time:
10:15 am

The Square in Blackness, EH49 7NG for 10.15 am.

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