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Overview

Low Walk

The walk will follow a disused railway track to Backchester Fort, returning to Lauder by Whitelaw on good tracks and paths, may be muddy in places. Great views of surrounding countryside.

Sunday, 21 April 2024
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
6:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.4km / 7.1mi
Ascent:
211m / 692ft
Type:
circular

Local Walk Grade C

Walk by private bus. Numbers will be restricted.

NOTE:  If you wish to book a place on the bus for this Sunday walk,  please text Hilda - 07879 271650 from 6pm on Monday 15 April 2024, and remember to include your name in text.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Coach trip

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 76050 74577
Nearest postcode:
G67 1EW
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Start time:
9:00 am

Travel to start of walk by private bus. Pick up points in Cumbernauld: 8:50am - Craiglinn Roundabout Bus Stop 8:55am - Condorrat Main Road Bus Stop. 9.00 am - Meet at Fleming House car park, Tryst Rd, Cumbernauld (see map) **** Bus back at Cumbernauld approximately 6pm. ****

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