Based in the Scottish Borders, Eildon Ramblers is a friendlywalking group for people of all ages. We offer year-round walks to suit avariety of tastes.
EDITED - Details of Walk Extension have been added (in bold type)
This will be a leisurely walk starting from Earlston Square, with a bit huffy puffy up Huntshaw Road, and then a lovely walk through Carolsidehill Wood. We cross the A68 with care into the Carolside Estate. There is one easy stile to cross and 2 suspension footbridges across the Leader Water. There are also some quite steep steps to negotiate. Unfortunately the Carolside gardens are not open at this time of year but we should be able to see the front of the house.
After a lunch break there will be an optional extension to the walk along the High Street, and past the new primary school, to climb through fields and along farm tracks to the summit of Black Hill, returning to Earlston by Cowdenknowes and Speedy's Path. Not a challenging route and a fine viewpoint on a clear day. There is no need to register separately for the extended walk as members can decide on the day whether they want to join it.
6.5km/4m, 210m/690ft ascent, approx 2 hours extra
Boots, poles recommended
Bring a hot drink and snack for 1 stop – if the cafe is open we can pop in after the walk
Circular walk, grade B, leisurely. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Carol + Murray
Estimated duration: 2 - 2.5 hours + extra 2 hours for extension if chosen
Maximum number of walkers: 25
Eildon Ramblers members: please contact the walk leader per the directions in the Secretary’s email.
Members of other Ramblers groups & potential new members are welcome to apply to join this walk. Please contact walks@eildonramblers.org.uk leaving your name and mobile phone no. The walk leader will contact you.
Registration deadline. You should register with the Walk Leader no later than 5pm on (a) the Thursday prior to a Saturday walk, or (b) the Friday prior to a Sunday walk.
Possible change to walk. With the increasing frequency of adverse weather events, be sure to check the ‘Cancelled or Changed Walks’ box on our website Home page before coming on the walk.
Covid-19. Please read the Covid-19 advice on our website, and observe the recommended precautions.
Meet and Start from Earlston Square by the bus stop
