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Almondell & Calderwood Country Park Evening Circular

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Overview

A lovely woodland & riverside walk starting in East Calder. We will cross a dramatic viaduct before walking through the former Almondell Estate steeped in history & natural beauty & crossing several other notable bridges spanning the River Almond on our return to the start point. 

Thursday, 11 April 2024
Start time:
6:45 pm
Estimated finish time:
8:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.1km / 3.8mi
Ascent:
96m / 315ft
Type:
circular

Some paths may be muddy after rain & there is one flight of steps we will be descending on the route.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 09135 68146
Nearest postcode:
EH53 0EU
what3words:
mixers.hedge.character
Start time:
6:45 pm

Almondell Country Park South car park, Drovers Road, East Calder at 6.45pm

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