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Glasgow Young Walkers Group

We are the Glasgow Young Walkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • 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

This walk will provide three different perspectives of the beautiful city of Edinburgh. Starting in the city centre, we will head to Calton Hill and take in the views of sea and city. From there, we will continue on to the iconic Arthur's Seat. Finally, we will walk to the Hermitage woodland and ascend Blackford Hill. We will end by heading back through the Meadows to the city centre. There is an option to for cafe/pub social afterward for those who are interested.

Saturday, 18 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
250m / 820ft
Type:
circular

Getting there
By car: The starting point of this walk is in Edinburgh City Centre, roughly 70 minutes from Glasgow City Centre.

Public transport: Train or bus to Edinburgh Waverley. I will be taking the 9am train from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Walkers should be reasonably fit and able to comfortably walk up hills between 100-250m. Please wear suitable hiking boots, and bring along full waterproofs and plenty of layers. Walkers should bring plenty of food and water.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 25384 73872
Nearest postcode:
EH2 2EL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Apple Store 10 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2AN

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