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Balnakeilly Burn and loop to Ettrick Bay

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Overview

10:15am bus north from Guildford Square to Rhubodach to walk Balnakeilly Burn and Loop to Ettrick Bay. Good forest paths, some incline at the start, may be muddy. Return by bus from Ettrick Bay (hourly). Bring food and drink, tearooms at the end.

Saturday, 27 January 2024
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 08907 64702
Nearest postcode:
PA20 9AG
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Start time:
10:15 am

10.15am bus north toRhubodach. Buses return hourly from Ettrick Bay to Rothesay.

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