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Midlothian Group

The Midlothian Ramblers are a friendly group welcoming everyone to come and explore the rich and varied scenery of Midlothian and surroundings every Sunday

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

 Leisurely circular walk, approximately 6miles.

 A interesting walk offering information about the local history of coal mining in the area and the Battle of Prestonpans.

 There are many information panels along the route. 
 Paths, tracks, coastal path and some road walking. A short incline at the end of the walk.

Sunday, 14 July 2024
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
10:20 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

 
Tranent/ Prestonpans / Cockenzie returning to Tranent.

Please phone leader to join walk (07412007197)

Meet at the free car park off Bridge Street (Coal Neuk) EH33 1BF 

From A1 take the A199 into Tranent. At the traffic lights, continue straight ahead-you will see the Brig Inn on your right, turn left after the bus stop into car park.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 32988 67240
Nearest postcode:
EH22 1JD
what3words:
throw.frame.riverboat
Meeting time:
10:00 am

MIBC

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 40299 72972
Nearest postcode:
EH33 1BF
what3words:
diverged.grinders.when
Start time:
10:20 am

Meet at MIBC at 10:00am for car share or at the Car Park off Bridge Street (Coal Neuk) Tranent at 10:20am to start the walk.

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