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We are the Balerno Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

Lower Pentlands Circular

 

Leader:  Moira Maguire 07806 764397

Meeting at Currie Library at 9.30 for 9.45 departure.

Grade: C+ Walk, 7 miles  Some short ascents and descents.

Walk Description:  

This is a moderate walk. Walking from the Library along Water of Leith, up Poet's Glen, round Clubbiedean using the road. Descending from Clubbiedean along road before climbing and taking path through woods to Bonaly. Descend to new car park then following path back to Clubbiedean. Walk round reservoir then heading to Torduff, to enjoy panoramic views of Edinburgh. Return across fields to J.K. Rowling and along Water of Leith. 

I am entertaining five French visitors so an opportunity to use your French as three of the group have limited English.

Bring gaiters if wet and walking poles if you use them

Please WhatsApp or text the leader if you would like to book a place on this walk with your name and mobile telephone number.

Please let the Leader know if you have any medical condition that may affect your ability to complete this walk. 

Wednesday, 3 July 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
50m / 164ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 18136 67782
Nearest postcode:
EH14 5NU
what3words:
jump.exile.advice
Start time:
9:30 am

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