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Balerno Group

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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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

Overview

A walk along the eastern ridge of the Pentlands, including the highest peak of Scald Law.

Starting at Harlaw car park, walk through Green Cleugh, climb Scald Law, Carnethy Hill, and Turnhouse before returning to the car park via Maidens Cleugh.

Car sharing will be arranged from Pentland View car park.

To register for this walk, please contact the walk leader.

We regret to advise that dogs are not permitted on our walks 
 

Saturday, 19 April 2025
Meeting time:
8:50 am
Start time:
9:15 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
790m / 2592ft
Type:
circular

Poles and gaiters recommended if you use them.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No car needed
  • Family-Friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 17986 67692
Nearest postcode:
EH14 5NP
what3words:
pump.send.crass
Meeting time:
8:50 am

Pentland View Car Park. Accessible by No 44 Bus from both directions. Here we will arrange car sharing.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 18139 65462
Nearest postcode:
EH14 7AS
what3words:
homes.noon.gears
Start time:
9:15 am

Harlaw Car Park, Balerno

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