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Midlothian Group

The Midlothian Ramblers are a friendly group welcoming everyone to come and explore the rich and varied scenery of Midlothian and surroundings every Sunday

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

Strenuous 9ml circular along Glensax (Peebles) then climb to Birkscairn Hill, Kirkhope Law and Kailzie hill following the old drove road into Gypsy glen and back to start. Ascent 360m. Great views if the weather is good.

Sunday, 6 July 2025
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:20 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
360m / 1181ft
Type:
circular

Leader: M.Robertson (07586363198)

Meet MIBC (EH21 1JD) 9.30. Start of walk OS Explorer 337 NT260393 at end of Springfield Rd. Walk start 10.20 and finish approx. 14.45. Phone walk leader to join walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 32988 67240
Nearest postcode:
EH22 1JD
what3words:
throw.frame.riverboat
Meeting time:
9:30 am

Meet MIBC (EH21 1JD) 9.30 for Car Share

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 26000 39301
Nearest postcode:
EH45 9BR
what3words:
pelting.fails.pats
Start time:
10:20 am

Start of walk OS Explorer 337 NT260393 at end of Springfield Rd

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