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Gifford to Yester Castle (Goblin Ha')

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Overview

Join us for a leisurely walk to Scotland's scariest castle.

Trail is some roadside paths leading into mainly woodland areas with possibility of boggy conditions so make sure to wear appropriate boots. Please pack waterproofs, food and water.

TRANSPORT

CAR - driving is most preferable as there are many train and bus stops to this point.
it is roughly 1 HR 20 mins drive from central Glasgow to the hotel. please post if you can offer car sharing. I will be leaving from Motherwell and can take 3. DM or WhatsApp on 07934394606

PUBLIC TRANSPORT - there is a train to Edinburgh Waverly, then to Longniddry and then several buses to the hotel.

Afterwards we can stop in somewhere for food.

Sunday, 24 November 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.6km / 7.8mi
Ascent:
274.3m / 900ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.meetup.com/glasgow-young-walkers-gyw/events/304586695/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 53410 68033
Nearest postcode:
EH41 4QH
what3words:
surveyors.beast.stuffing
Start time:
10:00 am

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