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Balerno to Water of Leith Centre

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Overview

First section of the Water of Leith Walkway. Balerno High School and follow Water of Leith path to the Water of Leith Centre on Lanark Road.

Edinburgh Group Grade: C. 

Please contact walk leader for meeting point and walk details.

Wednesday, 24 December 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear
Website:
https://www.waterofleith.org.uk/

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 16305 66740
Nearest postcode:
EH14 7AQ
what3words:
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Start time:
10:00 am

Bus stop by Balerno High School

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NT 22153 70792
Nearest postcode:
EH14 1TQ
what3words:
admire.fence.neon
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm

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