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Balerno Group

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

A circular walk over hilltops in the north west of the Pentland Hills offering great views of the city, the Pentland Hills and the Firth of Forth.

Starting at Torphin Road Bus terminus, we will walk towards Bonaly Country Park, ascend White Hill, followed by a more gentle ascent to the summit of Capelaw Hill, take in a small knoll, then make a short descent before steadily ascending Harbour Hill. Our return descends towards Bonaly Reservoir, passing Torduff Reservoir to return to the start.

Saturday, 15 March 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.6km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
478m / 1568ft
Type:
circular

Our route mostly follows marked paths, with a small distance on a no through road. Ground conditions may be muddy in places, so gaiters and poles are recommended.

If you would like to join this walk, please contact the walk leader to register your interest and advise of any issues that may affect your ability to complete the walk.

Regretfully dogs are not permitted on our walks.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 20660 68134
Nearest postcode:
EH13 0PF
what3words:
parade.moods.tender
Start time:
9:30 am

Torphin Road Bus Terminus, accessible by Lothian Bus service 16

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