Based in the Scottish Borders, Eildon Ramblers is a friendlywalking group for people of all ages. We offer year-round walks to suit avariety of tastes.
This walk in the Lammermuir Hills takes in Gamelshiel Castle before climbing to the summit of Spartleton Hill where it is possible to see as far as Bass Rock and Berwick Law. Following the Old Herring Road, the walk loops back towards and past Whiteadder Reservoir and onto Priestlaw Hill, where again there are great views in all directions.
There are some stiles to climb and fallen trees to negotiate. Poles and boots recommended.
Circular walk, grade B+, strenuous. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Deborah
Estimated duration: 5 hours + breaks
Maximum number of walkers: n/a
Eildon Ramblers members: please contact the walk leader per the directions in the Secretary’s email.
Members of other Ramblers groups & potential new members are welcome to apply to join this walk. Please contact walks@eildonramblers.org.uk leaving your name and mobile phone no. The walk leader will contact you.
Registration deadline. You should register with the Walk Leader no later than 5pm on (a) the Thursday prior to a Saturday walk, or (b) the Friday prior to a Sunday walk.
Possible change to walk. With the increasing frequency of adverse weather events, be sure to check the ‘Cancelled or Changed Walks’ box on our website Home page before coming on the walk.
Covid-19. Please read the Covid-19 advice on our website, and observe the recommended precautions.
Start point: parking at far end of Whiteadder Reservoir on right past cattle grid if coming via Cranshaws.
