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Overview

This circular, country walk explores two tunnels (each about 500m long) that were part of the North British Forth Railway Bridge to Perth Railway Route. The line was opened in 1890 and closed in 1970. Bring a good bright torch!.

Thursday, 14 September 2023
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.4km / 5.2mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

RADO. NoSC. Tunnels are dark and can be wet underfoot. Two fences to climb over. Please phone or text leader to book.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 09849 87750
Nearest postcode:
KY12 7QH
Meeting time:
9:30 am

Leys Park Road Car Park, Dunfermline

Starting point

Grid reference:
NO 16050 13050
Nearest postcode:
PH2 9PY
Start time:
10:00 am

Bein Inn car park, west side of road. Obtain permission (refundable deposit may be requested) PH2 9PY

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