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Posted on 15 February 202115 February 2021

Castlelaw from Bonaly

Castlelaw may not be one of the highest hills in the Pentlands, but it has panoramic views across the Lothians. Journey through picturesque valleys to visit a well-preserved Iron Age hill fort on this 12km walk from Bonaly.

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Posted on 8 February 202115 February 2021

Accessing the Pentland Hills by Public Transport

The Pentland Hills are situated within easy reach of Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital city, which means that they are easily accessible using public transport. I’ve made a list of bus routes to the Pendlands to help you explore.

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Posted on 1 February 20211 February 2021

Around Threipmuir Reservoir

Visiting the Red Moss, Black Springs, and Green Cleugh, this walk takes in some of the most colourfully named places in the Pentlands.

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Posted on 18 January 202118 January 2021

Allermuir Hill from Swanston

What connects the author Robert Louis Stevenson, the Knights of St John, and a Norseman named Sveinn? Find out on this 4 mile hill walk from the picturesque Edinburgh suburb of Swanston.

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Posted on 11 January 2021

The Fortingall Yew: Scotland’s Oldest Tree

A large yew tree stands in the churchyard of the small highland village of Fortingall. How long has it lived, and what are its connections with a famous Biblical Roman?

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Posted on 9 January 20219 January 2021

The Caiy Stane: Edinburgh’s Hidden Standing Stone

You don’t need to travel to far-off places to find pieces of ancient history. Nestled by the roadside in a quiet residential suburb of Edinburgh stands a prehistoric standing stone known as the Caiy Stane. But who put it there, and why?

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Posted on 14 December 202018 January 2021

The Water of Leith Walkway

Edinburgh may not have the Thames or the Clyde, but it does have a fine river all of its own if you know where to look. Join me on a walk along the Water of Leith, taking in the sights of this hidden pathway through the heart of the city.

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Posted on 24 November 202018 January 2021

South Queensferry and the Dalmeny Estate

Discover one of the world’s most iconic bridges and follow in the footsteps of literary legends and haunted hounds in this coastal walk near Scotland’s capital.

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Posted on 9 November 202018 January 2021

The Red Road to Scald Law

Most people choose to climb Scald Law from the south — but you’re not like most people. Take an afternoon to climb to the roof of the Pentlands and take in some beautiful sights along the way.

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Posted on 14 August 2020

The River Alwin Ramble

Alwinton is a remote village in Upper Coquetdale on the edge of both the National Park and the nearby Otterburn Ranges.  A short trek along the ancient Clennel Street leads to one of the Cheviots’ hidden gems – the picturesque valley of the River Alwin.

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