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A venture into the heart of the Ochils on tracks and grassy paths. Some steep ascents and descents, but nothing untoward or exposed. Stunning views of the surrounding hills and the Forth Valley, with spectacular scenery in Upper Mill Glen above Tillicoultry.
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Grade: B
Length: 8 miles
Ascent: 700m
Pace: moderate

We start at the Wood Hill car park just east of Alva. Grid reference 898975 OS Landranger 58. It's a 10 am start, down by 3 pm.
Refreshments available in a famous Tilli Tea Room!

We'll start walking at 10:00 hrs prompt. Please let us know if you're held up or unable to join us by messaging the event organiser via this Meetup website so we do not delay our walk.

Car sharing is friendly and gets people out who might not be able to otherwise ๐Ÿ˜„
Please wear suitable walking footwear for the weather. Walking poles can be helpful for the ascents.
We will be stopping for lunch at a convenient point
Dogs are welcome, provided they can be put on leads when requested or when conditions require. Please keep your dog under control whilst walking near walkers.

Health & Safety on walks ...
Hillwalking can pose a danger of personal injury, and all participants should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions, involvement, and enjoyment. Please ensure you have the appropriate level of fitness required for a Grade B walk.
Participants are responsible for ensuring that their walking gear is suitable for the nature of the walk and the prevailing weather conditions (which participants must check), and for bringing adequate food and water.
By signing up for this walk, you confirm that you have fully read, understood and accepted the preceding and following caveats, including that all participants join this walk of their own volition, walk at their own risk, and are responsible for their own safety and enjoyment. No participant is owed any formal duty of care by the group or the walk leader.
Looking forward to meeting you, Rob

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