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Overview

Walking on good paths and tracks around Falkirk Wheel area, with some uphill sections, and paths may be muddy.

To book your place, text Lorraine on 07925 217341 and remember to include your name.

Booking from 6pm Tues 18 Feb

Tuesday, 25 February 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
12:45 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.2km / 5.1mi
Ascent:
60m / 197ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 85332 80481
Nearest postcode:
FK1 1BB
what3words:
layers.arts.rent
Start time:
10:15 am

Meet at 10.15am at Falkirk Wheel visitor centre, parking on Millenium Drive, behind Boardwalk Restaurant FK1 1BB. Bus x37, and a short walk from bus stop.

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Falkirk Wheel and surrounding paths

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Difficulty:
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Falkirk Wheel to Rough Castle circular

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Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
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Broad Law

Start:

Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
7.0 miles

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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE