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

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

Overview

Lin’s Mill Loop
from Almondell South Car Park

Leader: Moira Maguire  (07806764397)
 Distance: 6.5  miles.
Ascent: Minimal but 2 sets of steep steps.   Grade: C+
PD £2.50    ITD £1.00
 
Meeting point: Currie Library Car Park at 09:20 for 9.30 departure.  Please let me know if you would be willing to drive from the library. Those going directly should park in Almondell South Car Park.  What3words.  rural.ruled.author for a 10.00 departure.   Please let me know if you would be willing to collect ITD.
 
Walk Description:
 
From South car park the walk is a circular route on paths with some road walking.   Impressive views of the  viaducts and pleasant views along the feeder canal and the river Almond. 
Some paths will be wet and muddy after some rain - boots, gaiters and walking poles, as required.

Please WhatsApp or text the leaders if you would like to book a place on this walk

We regret that no dogs are allowed on our walks.
Quoted finishing times are rough estimates and should not be relied upon

Wednesday, 21 February 2024
Meeting time:
9:20 am
Start time:
9:20 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
30.5m / 100ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No car needed

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 18136 67781
Nearest postcode:
EH14 5NU
what3words:
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Meeting time:
9:20 am

Currie Library, Edinburgh 210 Lanark Road West, Currie EH14 5NX • what3words ///hops.count.news

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 09132 68146
Nearest postcode:
EH53 0EU
what3words:
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Start time:
9:20 am

Almondell South Car Park. What3words. rural.ruled.author

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