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The Pentlands: Allermuir Hill, Castle Law and Capelaw from Swanston

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Overview

Starting at Swanston, the route climbs Allermuir Hill, with great views over the Firth of Forth and Edinburgh. It continues around Castle Law, along Glencorse Reservoir, then over Capelaw Hill and back to Swanston.

Saturday, 7 December 2024
Meeting time:
8:45 am
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
500m / 1640ft
Type:
circular

OS map: 66 . . . . Local grade: B . . . . . . . . . This is a hillwalk, so wear good hill boots or shoes and carry warm and waterproof clothing.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 09810 87761
Nearest postcode:
KY12 7QH
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Meeting time:
8:45 am

Leys Park Road Car Park, Dunfermline

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 24010 67391
Nearest postcode:
EH10 7DS
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Start time:
9:30 am

Swanston golf club/Pentlands Regional Park car park

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

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  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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