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.
Circular from Ettrick Bridge to Mid Hill on well defined hill tracks, climbing gradually and continuing around Helmburn Hill. Lovely views of the gorge of the Ettrick Water as we head back to the village . We then walk along the lower slope of Kirkhope Hill on the other side of the village to Kirkhope Tower, a private residence, then return by lower path through community woodland and back through the village.
Paths are muddy, boots and walking poles advised.
Bring food and drink for 2 stops .
Registration limit: 16 walkers plus leader and back marker.
Circular walk, grade C, leisurely pace. Boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Maureen
Estimated duration: 3.5 hours walk time + stops
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 (a) no later than 5pm on the Thursday prior to a Saturday walk, or (b) no later than 5pm on the Friday prior to a Sunday walk.
Covid-19. Please read the Covid-19 advice on our website, and observe the recommended precautions.
Park on Woodend Road, this is the first road on the right after crossing the bridge.
