We will gradually climb to Tibby Tamson's Plantation through fields, then after using fields and passing the rear of the birthplace of Mungo Park to the outskirts of Old Broadmeadows. The return is a wooded path alongside Yarrow Water and then through Philiphaugh estate back to start. There are no stiles but there is one fence to step over (lit. 30" approx. 76cm). Ground Condition: Fields wet and soft, some mud but route has been modified to try and avoid the worst bits! Strong footwear and poles recommended.
Grade: C+. Boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Derek
Estimated duration: 5 hours including 2 stops
Also welcome on this walk are members of other Ramblers groups and potential new members who want to sample a walk. You may register your interest in the walk by contacting walks@eildonramblers.org.uk leaving your name and mobile telephone no. The walk leader will contact you.
You should pre-register with the Walk Leader (a) no later than 5pm on the Thursday prior to a Saturday walk, or (b) no later than 5pm on the Friday prior to a Sunday walk.
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