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Duke of Gordon's Monument and Cooper Park, Elgin, Moray

Summary

This walk takes you to the the Duke of Gordon's Monument on Lady Hill from where there a extensive views. It then follows the River Lossie to the ruined Cathedral and Bishops House in Cooper Park.
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
3.0 miles (4.9 km)
Walking time:
01h 30m
Type:
Circular

Start location

UHI Moray Campus, Elgin

lat: 57.6457029

lon: -3.3168182

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