Ormiston Circular

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Overview

Starting at Puddle Bridge we will explore the market and mining community of Ormiston with historical connections to the Reformation and John Knox. This moderate walk will take us through mixed terrain of farm and woodland, along the disused Pencaitland railway path and some road walking.

We will find a hidden treasure along the way.

Thursday, 7 August 2025

Meeting time:: 9:00 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: 151.5m / 497ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.johngraycentre.org/places/1-places/towns-villages/ormiston/

Some nettle bashing could be required - walking poles should see them off.

Short trousers NOT advised.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NT 03693 68624
Nearest postcode:: EH54 8EG
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Meeting time:: 9:00 am

For car sharing meeting at Livingston North Station Car Park - Glasgow Side at 9am.

Starting point

Grid reference:: NT 41626 69747
Nearest postcode:: EH35 5NG
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Ormiston Station Car Park, Puddle Bridge at 10am

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