We are the Biggar Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
We shall walk up into the Portmore House estate and then take a forest route to reach Portmore Loch where we shall have a coffee break. Continuing around the loch we shall ascend a small hill to give lovely views north and south. After this we enter open woodland and heather to reach the Northshield Rings, a suitable spot for lunch. After leaving the rings we gently descend to rejoin the outward route passing Portmore House again. We shall encounter tarmac, forest tracks, open ground, and plenty of muddy and wet patches to enjoy walking around.
There are several points of interest on this route, and I intend giving you some ‘facts’ about these. There will also be a watershed.
Total distance is 6 miles with gentle ascents; grade C+ (moderate)
Walkers are reminded that appropriate clothing (boots, waterproofs, etc.) are strongly advised for this walk.
Corn Exchange on Biggar High Street
Park in the lane outside the Scots Pine cafe, (but not in their own car park) off the A703, north of Eddleston
