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Livingston Group

We are the Livingston Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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
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Overview

This is a moderate walk that combines natural woodland, a bit of  history and world-class engineering. Main items of interest are:

  • The Falkirk Wheel: A 35-meter tall rotating boat lift, the only one of its kind in the world, which connects the Forth & Clyde Canal to the Union Canal.
  • Canada Wood: A large green space known for its wildlife, including rare pond life and past mining heritage.
  • Rough Castle Fort: A historic Roman fort dating back to 142 AD, located on the Antonine Wall.
  • Battle of Falkirk Monument: A monument to the 1746 Battle of Falkirk Muir, also known as the Homeguard Monument. 


 The walk is on good paths with a couple of uphill sections. Can be muddy in parts after rain. 

Thursday, 15 January 2026
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9km / 5.6mi
Ascent:
105.5m / 346ft
Type:
circular

To join this walk please TEXT THE WALK LEADER  to secure your place Margaret.S 07397562809

A cafe is available at the end of the walk for those in need of a cuppa and a sticky bun.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 03691 68628
Nearest postcode:
EH54 8EG
what3words:
piles.fishery.neck
Meeting time:
9:15 am

Livingston North Railway Station Car Park Glasgow Side at 9.15am for car sharing.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 85411 80112
Nearest postcode:
FK1 4LT
what3words:
hypnotist.magma.scary
Start time:
10:00 am

Falkirk Wheel Visitor Centre Car Park at 10am.

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