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Dolphinton to Carlops plus Habbie’s Howe

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Overview

From Dolphinton 1.5km inland to Garvald. Turn N onto Pentland Way. 5 miles on good tracks to Carlops. Then a circular route to Habbie’s Howe which is a hidden gem . Back to cars in Carlops.

On the recce Habbie’s Howe was a bit wet underfoot. Some puddles. So boots and possibly gaiters are advised.

BRING BUS PASS if applicable.

Saturday, 5 October 2024
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
152m / 499ft
Type:
circular

Local Walk Grade: B

Please organise car sharing at West Port. Leaders will meet you in Carlops. Parking area is 100 metres further on, on the left hand side.

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 99400 77001
Nearest postcode:
EH49 7AW
what3words:
luckier.speared.billiard
Meeting time:
9:00 am

West Port Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 15999 55901
Nearest postcode:
EH26 9NF
what3words:
blotchy.feathers.beaten
Start time:
10:00 am

Bus stop in Carlops

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