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Falkirk Wheel, Summerford Park & Dollar Park

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Overview

Leaving Falkirk Wheel, we walk along canal path to Summerford Park  pavement walking to Dollar Park, return via canal paths

To book your place, text Anne on 07719 290042 and remember to include your name. 

 

Saturday, 16 December 2023
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
11:45 am
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
55m / 180ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 85328 80473
Nearest postcode:
FK1 4LX
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straddled.zone.outer
Start time:
9:00 am

Meet at 9.00 at Falkirk Wheel visitor centre. Park on Millenium Drive, just past the Boardwalk Restaurant. FK1 4LX. Bus x37, check timetables, a 10 minute walk from bus stop

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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