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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

Circular walk starting at Yellowcraig carpark. Follows the beach along Longskelly Rocks and round Sandy Knowe, then past West Links. Joins the John Muir Way at Halfmoon Plantation for the return leg. There is a short detour to Archerfield Walled Garden to pick up the start of the Dirleton Solar Walk, which crosses over with the John Muir Way. 

Mainly good paths.

Please phone or text walk leader to join the walk. 

J. Fellowes (07967 688453) or M. Fellowes (07906 449264 text messages only please)

Sunday, 24 November 2024
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
10km / 6.2mi
Ascent:
51.5m / 169ft
Type:
circular

Car share from MIBC at 9.30am, or meet at Yellowcraig carpark to start the walk at 10.15am.

Leaders will meet the group at Yellowcraig carpark, Ware Road, near Dirleton, EH39 5DS.

Parking charge is £3, cash preferable as card payment doesn't always work.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 32988 67240
Nearest postcode:
EH22 1JD
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Midlothian Indoor Bowling Club, Dalkeith, EH22 1JD

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 51605 85320
Nearest postcode:
EH39 5DS
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Start time:
10:15 am

Yellowcraig carpark, Ware Road, near Dirleton, EH39 5DS.

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