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Gretna circular (including Quintinshill)

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Overview

An easy walk around Gretna including the site of the 1915 Rail disaster.

Tuesday, 2 June 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
14.6km / 9.1mi
Ascent:
53m / 174ft
Type:
circular

 Mainly along quiet roads, farm tracks and open fields.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 31827 67090
Nearest postcode:
DG16 5NA
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Start time:
10:00 am

Car park at junction of Central Avenue / Union Road in Gretna

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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
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE