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Gladhouse and Moorfoots circular

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Overview

A walk around Gladhouse reservoir by woods and paths to tracks up to ridge walk in Moorfoot Hills, and back by valleys and reservoir. Good views all round. Mainly good tracks, woodland paths, but can be rougher and muddy on the hilltops. Short quiet road section. Steady easy climb up and descent. Wildlife and birds. 

Sunday, 10 September 2023
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16km / 9.9mi
Ascent:
339m / 1112ft
Type:
circular

lease let me know if you wish to come and if you can offer or need a lift.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 03698 68621
Nearest postcode:
EH54 8EG
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Meet at Livingston North Railway Station for car sharing at 9am

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 29179 52810
Nearest postcode:
EH23 4TF
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at lower roadside parking area to E. of Gladhouse reservoir at 10am

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