Linlithgow to Claremont Inn along the canal

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Overview

This walk takes us from the Xcite Sports Centre in Linlithgow along the canal to Polmont. Once we leave the canal we head through Polmont to the Claremont Inn arriving in time for the New Year lunch which is at 12.30. Good paths and minimal ascent. After lunch we can return on the bus or scrounge lifts!

Wednesday, 8 January 2025

Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 12:15 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 9km / 5.6mi
Ascent:: 60m / 197ft
Type:: linear

OS Sheet 65

Local walk grade C

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Starting point

Grid reference:: NS 98699 76101
Nearest postcode:: EH49 6PR
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Start time:: 9:45 am

THIS IS THE MEETING AND START POINT. The car park of Xcite Sports Centre, Linlithgow. We will meet at the canal end rather than the Sports Centre end of the car park.

Finishing point

Grid reference:: NS 93590 78819
Nearest postcode:: FK2 0PX
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Estimated finish time:: 12:15 pm

Claremont Inn, Polmont

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