Tarland to Pressendye, 14.5km/9miles, with a shorter 8km/5mile alternative.

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Overview

The 9 mile walk starts in Tarland village, with some minor road walking, woodland tracks and hill paths. The ascent follows part of an old cattle drovers path, to the wide ridge and summit cairn with fantastic views. Return route through wooded and open areas back to the village.

Saturday, 29 March 2025

Meeting time:: 9:00 am
Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 560m / 1837ft
Type:: circular

Please note earlier Meeting Time in Brechin, to allow for driving time to Tarland.

Features

Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NO 60067 59694
Nearest postcode:: DD9 7EU
what3words:: flamed.saves.dignify

Meeting time:: 9:00 am

Inch Car Park, off River Street at foot of Witchden Road, Brechin

Starting point

Grid reference:: NJ 48087 04394
Nearest postcode:: AB34 4TX
what3words:: nooks.buzzer.teeth

Start time:: 10:30 am

Tarland village square.

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