Edinburgh International's Social Group

Please join us on this 13.5-km circular trail near Balerno through the lovely Pentland hills. The hike is moderately challenging route, and it should 4 to 5 hours to complete.
We shall be stopping for a coffee break about half way round for a coffee break at Loganlea coffee shop.
There are a few muddy sections, so please wear suitable footwear.
Regarding the weather, this is Scotland, so please dress accordingly.
Can we please meet outside the Vodafone shop on Prince's street (EH2 3AA) at 09.50 or so. We shall be taking bus 44 to Balerno from bus stop PZ on Princes street at 10.09 am. The bus journey should take approx. 35 minutes.
For anyone wanting to drive there is parking at Harlaw reservoir.
Please meet us at Harlaw reservoir visitors centre (EH14 7AS) at 11.20 or so.
We shall probably be having food afterwards, so please feel free to join us for food.
Bus 44 leaves every 20 minutes from Balerno to Edinburgh.

If you need to contact me - Brian 07882962390

Animals are very welcome on the walk, but please observe the park's rules.
Here is a link describing the walk.
https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/scotland/edinburgh/threipmuir-reservoir-and-loganlea-reservoir-circular

Please join us in celebrating Beaujolais day at the charming Chez Jules Bristo!
Beaujolais Day marks the annual release of Beaujolais Nouveau, a young red wine made from Gamay grapes in the Beaujolais region of France, which occurs on the third Thursday of November.
This event is celebrated with parties and festivities in France.
Chez Jules is a delightful French Restaurant that serves traditional French food and wines.
https://www.chezjulesbistro.com/menu

There is a £10 deposit for meal.
Please transfer the money to Brian Harron
Sort code 04-29-09
Account 48659185.

Please join us us for the group's Christmas meal and drinks at the famous Botanist bar and restaurant in the St James quarter.
There will be fun, laughter, music and plenty of merriment while we eat and drink our way through the tasty menu at the Botanist.
The Botanist has a great atmosphere and live music along with an extensive range of draught beers, and cocktail list and a wine list.
The Botanist has a choice of two- or three-course Christmas dining menu which will £32.95 or £39.95 respectively. The menu is in the link below.
https://thebotanist.uk.com/locations/edinburgh
If people don't want to eat but would like a drink, you are very welcome to join us at 21.00 at the Botanist. We will probably have drinks there or at another bar in the city.
IF YOU NEED TO CONTACT ME
BRIAN 07882962390
There is a £15 deposit for the meal. Cancelations less than 7 days before the event will not be refunded.
Please transfer the money to the account below
Brian Harron
Sort Code: 04-29-09
Account Number: 48659185