Carfraemill to Lauder via Blackchester Fort, Linear

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Overview

Walk from Carfraemill via Oxton to join the old railway line and follow a pleasant rural route. Leave railway line to ascend gradually on a quiet road to highest point and extensive views at Blackchester Fort. (Very clear ramparts worth exploring). Descend gradually on a good path to rejoin the railway line through open countryside to Lauder. Mainly good paths with some stretches on quiet rural roads. Return by bus. REMEMBER BUS PASS. OS73. MEET NB 9.00, Hadd 9.15 for a 10.00 start. Park for start at car park opposite Carfraemill Hotel (NT507534). Contribution towards petrol �4.00. Please contact the leader to book your place. Numbers capped at 15 re. public transport.

Sunday, 5 May 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: 130m / 427ft
Type:: linear

Starting point

Grid reference:: NT 50700 53401
Nearest postcode:: TD2 6RA
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:: NT 53100 47501
Nearest postcode:: TD2 6SY
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Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

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