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East Lothian Ramblers and Hillwalkers Group

We are the Eat Lothian Ramblers and Hillwalkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Following the Southern Upland Way for a short section then over Chester Hill, skirting Staunchley Hill turning to the west. One kilometre road section, turn right to Burgess’ Cairn and east along Brown Rig and over Scarce Law. Return through Lauder High street to the starting point. Meet NB 8.30 am, Hadd 8.45 am for a 9.30 am start . Park at the carpark where the Southern Upland Way meets Mill Wynd off Market Place in Lauder (NT530472). Map OS73.
Sunday, 7 June 2026
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
N/A
Ascent:
91.4m / 300ft
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 53000 47201
Nearest postcode:
TD2 6QF
what3words:
incoming.sparrows.snuggle
Start time:
9:30 am

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking