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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

Along the scenic route of the old railway from Callander to Strathyre along the side of Loch Lubnaig flanked by the mountains on each side.  Good track and minimal ascent.

Linear walk with return by bus to Callander - bring bus pass or cash 

Saturday, 21 September 2024
Meeting time:
8:20 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
30.5m / 100ft
Type:
linear

PD - £10 (subsided)

ITD - £3

We regret that dogs are not permitted on our walks.

Please register with the walk leader and advise of any medical condition that may impact your ability to complete this walk 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 17999 67702
Nearest postcode:
EH14 5NP
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Meeting time:
8:20 am

Pentland View Car Park, Currie - off Lanark Road West. Lothian Bus 44 (Balerno - Wallyford) stops beside the car park. Meet at 8:20 to car share; departing at 8:30

Starting point

Grid reference:
NN 66082 04859
Nearest postcode:
FK17 8JL
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Start time:
10:00 am

Car Park in Callander

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NN 56073 17013
Nearest postcode:
FK18 8NL
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Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

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