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GO: East-Lothian & Edinburgh Easter Hiking Break
See main event text, GBGO: East-Lothian & Edinburgh Easter Hiking Break
This year, Easter falls in early April, just one week after the freedom weekend (when the clocks return to BST) and we are planning to visit East Lothian and Edinburgh (where we would have gone 6 years ago had the pandemic not scuppered us).
For the first part (Fri-Sun) we will be staying and walking in spectacular East Lothian terrain situated to the east of Edinburgh. For the second part (Mon-Wed) we will be staying in Edinburgh itself for sightseeing and more walking.
Accommodation is proposed to cover Fri-Mon (basic) plus you can extend your stay (as we have) for Mon & Tue nights as you wish. This is designed to cater for those wanting just a long weekend break, or to spend some extra days given the distance.
Daytime hiking is planned in The Moorfoot, Lammermuir, and Pentland Hills, and The John Muir Coast in Lothian. There's also plenty to see in Edinburgh on the Monday, or Mon-Wed if you're taking an extended break.
Walking Options:
Subject to numbers and available route leaders, and weather, this will indicatively include:
Fri: Nearby afternoon walk or sightseeing
...somewhere convenient for our journey there
East Lothian Arrival Day Adventure, Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 1:45 PM | Meetup
Sat: Lammermuir Hills (full day)
...Wilderness adventure in sight of the north sea
East Lothian Walk: Lammermuir Hills, Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 10:00 AM | Meetup
Sun: Lothian Coastal Walk (full day)
...Some of Scotland's finest unspoiled coastline
East Lothian Walk: Coastal, Aberlady and Gullane Point, Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 10:00 AM | Meetup
Mon: Arthur Seat walk and explore Edinburgh
...Discover Holyrood and Central Edinburgh
Arthur Seat walk and visit Edinburgh, Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 10:00 AM | Meetup
Tue: Pentland Hills (full day)
...Typical northern landscapes of central Scotland
East Lothian Walk: The Pentland Hills , Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:00 AM | Meetup
Wed: Chill out then return home. We could meet for a break at a Motorway service station!Once walk link are in place, please RSVP to these separately/ additionally so that we know who is planning to attend what!
Offers to join the 'walk leading team' are much appreciated.Accommodation
FRI-MON: We are staying at Seton Sands Holiday Park along the splendid John Muir coastline. We have a number of places reserved, after which once exhausted we will either book more if possible or suggest members book their own, as we can't guarantee price and availability if people leave things until too late.MON-WED: We are staying 2 extra nights in Edinburgh Park Travelodge, on the southwest side of the city, which is much cheaper than similar alternatives, with Edinburgh generally being expensive and touristy over bank holidays,
Other options:
We would strongly ask that members to use our suggested accommodation (first link listed) to be co-located for walks and evenings. But listed below are some other options if you're too late.
A. Holiday Parks
Seton Sands Holiday Park, Nr Edinburgh, Scotland | Haven
Pentland in Mortonhall, Edinburgh | Hoseasons
Mortonhall in Mortonhall, Edinburgh, Southern Scotland | Hoseasons
B. Budget Hotels
Travelodge | Edinburgh Park hotel - Edinburgh Park hotels
ibis budget Edinburgh Park · ALL - Accor Live Limitless
Travelodge | Edinburgh Cameron Toll hotel - Edinburgh Cameron Toll hotelsTravel.
Organise yourselves for this. For those not taking a car, there are trains from Birmingham to Edinburgh, and local public transport from Edinburgh to Port Seton. The 26 bus stops at our accommodation. and X5, 111, 124, 125, 128 locally. We will all car-pool to each walk assuming sufficient volunteer drivers, and use public transport or shanks pony for evening social events.Evening suggestions:
The first 3 evenings will be based near to or convenient from to our Port Seton holiday park (walking distance):- FRI: Meet at our holiday unit 6.30 pm and then walk 1 mile to The Seaglass Inn in Port Seton (or use 26 bus)
- SAT: Eat in our holiday units, and socialize there as one big group
- SUN: Either catch 126 bus to Edinburgh or Longniddry Inn (tbc)
The final 2 evenings will be spent in Edinburgh, either as per below or vice-versa depending on driving logistics
- MON: Meet next door in Westgate Farm Inn 6pm for food
- TUE: Meet Hotel Reception, for train to Edinburgh Waverley Stn.
Cost & Payment:
Basic cost of accommodation (FRI-MON) for places in super-large caravans at Seton Sands Holiday Park is only £49.99 per person with a £10 discount (£5 each) if booking a room as a pair. Note that use of entertainment and activity facilities is not included. Nearer the time we can discuss to organize a basic shopping delivery. There is a small charge of £5 for anyone booking alternative accommodation to Seton Park for FRI-MON to cover our general costs of booking, maps, materials, research & liaison etc.For MON-WED, please book your own. At present, saver rate rooms for two people for the 2 nights at Edinburgh Park Travelodge are £83 which is much cheaper than comparable hotels in Edinburgh.
Please make payment to waldronp@rocketmail.com either via meetup's facility (which adds meetup fees and paypal fees) or directly (with paypal fees only, at your discretion). A confirmations list will be maintained within the comments below, an RSVP without payment does not reserve a place. Though do please RSVP if you are seriously intending to join us, to help with our projection of numbers. Thank you.
Happy Easter!
23 participantes 
Arthur's Seat walk and visit Edinburgh
See main event text, GBArthur Seat walk and visit Edinburgh
Today we will discover Holyrood and Central Edinburgh. There will be a short but exhilarating early morning circular walk which climbs Arthur's Seat from where you can enjoy the legendary view, passes Duddingston Loch, and explores Holyrood park which offers a sense of remoteness defying being within the city boundaries.EVENT NARRATIVE: This event is part of our Easter Getaway for those attending as members of GO:Heart Of England
GO: East-Lothian & Edinburgh Easter Hiking Break, Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 9:00 AM | MeetupRoute Logistics:
CheckIn: walk 10.30 promptly or sooner if all visible are ready. We can adjust he start time if the majority wish to. The idea is to park ahead of the crowds, and have most of the day for sightseeing.
Distance: 3.5 miles, 1.5 hours duration
Start Point: On Queen's Drive, Holyrood. Margaret's Loch car park, EH8 7AT (alternative: Palace car park EH 8AZ 0.5 miles away)
Drive: Allow 21m/30mins from Port Seton, and then later allow 8m/30mins to Edinburgh Park TravelodgeRoadMap: Streetmap.co.uk - Map of 327719,674051
Satellite: VR World - Google MapsBring: Waterproofs & Refreshments & Good walking footwear, and clothing to match the weather.
Guests: Under 16s & dogs (under control) may come as guests.
Emergency Contact: 078.13.73.76.23 though not available while driving or for routine lateness problems. Today's walk/route leader is Paul WSAFETY: As with any outdoor activity, there is some inherent risk. Whilst we aim to avoid unnecessary risks, participants should take all reasonable precautions themselves. A suitable pace for the walk will be determined by the walk leader, which others must observe by keeping in visible distance, not forging ahead or lagging behind. Those attending are totally responsible for their own safety. You must be comfortable walking the specified distance in order to attend please.
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