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Birnam Oak and the Hermitage

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Overview

The start at the Beatrix Potter Garden in Birnam and walk  from Birnam along the banks of the River Tay, past some ancient trees, to The Hermitage at Dunkeld. It goes through The Hermitage, past Ossian's Hall and Cave, then loops back round through woodland to Birnam.

Uneven and rough woodland paths in places.  

 

LOCAL GRADE C+

Sunday, 9 June 2024
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
210m / 689ft
Type:
circular

Uneven and rough woodland paths in places.  

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Coach trip
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
NO 03100 41901
Nearest postcode:
PH8 0DD
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Start time:
11:00 am

Outside the visitors centre, at the Beatrix Potter Garden

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