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Dunfermline and West Fife Group

We are the Dunfermline and West Fife Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

This is a linear walk from Cramond Brig Hotel (Miller and Carter) following the River Almond to the shore close to Cramond Island. We cross by the wartime causeway that can only be used during low tide conditions. The route takes in Roman ruins before returning by the outward path.

Car share: please note that parking is limited at the start point, so please arrange to share cars if at all possible. Passengers are recommended to give their driver £3 for this trip.

Thursday, 5 February 2026
Meeting time:
8:30 am
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
80m / 262ft
Type:
circular

The walk takes rough, riverside paths, minor roads by the promenade and the tidal causeway, which can be slippery. The paths on the island can be muddy. Take care of road traffic in Cramond village.

Please wear good footwear suitable for wet and slippery terrain.

Walk grade: Leisurely/C

Leisurely

Walks for reasonably fit people with at least a little country walking experience. May include unsurfaced rural paths. Walking boots and warm, waterproof clothing are recommended.
 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 09886 87775
Nearest postcode:
KY12 7QT
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Meeting time:
8:30 am

Leys Park road car park, Dunfermline

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 17837 75502
Nearest postcode:
EH4 6DY
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Start time:
9:00 am

Cramond Brig Hotel car park, by the A90

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