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Ben Cleuch and Ben Ever

Summary

This challenging walk to the highest point in the Ochil Hills takes you past the the remains of the textile industry in Mill Glen and the old silver mine in Silver Glen. There are fine views over the Forth Valley from Ben Cleuch.
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
6.6 miles (10.7 km)
Walking time:
06h 00m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Ochil Hills Woodland Park Alva FK12 5HU (NS899975)

lat: 56.1575373

lon: -3.7749262

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