What we’re about
We are a group of friendly, outdoor enthusiasts who love getting out and about exploring the beautiful countryside of Scotland from the borders to the highlands.
We organise walks that suit all different levels of fitness and ability from easy grades to strenuous. Choose a walk that suits your capability. Then have a great time, enjoying some company in a safe and supportive environment.
Can we remind everyone that not turning up for trips that are restricted in numbers, or, not meeting someone that you have arranged to get a lift from is unacceptable. We will take steps to exclude persistent offenders.
If you plan on attending an event you only have to click on the “attending” button, only click on “not attending” if you have changed your mind and can no longer make the event.
Upcoming events (2)
See all- Balerno, Water of Leith Walk to Stockbridge, Edinburgh 7ml - Sun 18 May 10.30amThe Apple Store, EH2 2AN
Weather looking perfect for this lovely one way walk along the Water of Leith walkway from Balerno and Colinton then through Murrayfield to the beautiful Dean Village and finishing at the trendy Stockbridge area. Some info -Water of Leith: Balerno to Slateford
Walkers are asked to do the entire walk on RSVPing.
Meet Point -
For ease, lets all meet across from Waverley Train Station, and meet at the front of the Apple Store bus stop (opposite the huge The Balmoral Hotel) on Princes Street between 10.30 and 10.40am. You'll see a group of us. At 10.40am, I will be leaving 'promptly' to then walk along Princes St and catch the 44 bus to Balerno High School to then start the walk on bus drop off at around 11.25am. Bus fare £2.20 OW.Walkers are advised we will be walking at a nice social pace of around 3kph (not fast but not slow) and well behaved Dog's welcome for this walk.
We will then have a lunch/toilet break at the Water of Leith Visitor Centre then continue the walk along the Water of Leith. With the weather being so nice, I then plan to then visit the Raeburn Beer Garden for optional refreshment on finishing walk at a Stockbridge.
Parking/Transport
Drivers out with Edinburgh can park FREE at Peel Terrace resident area and walk 20 minutes to meet point or catch a number of busses on Minto St to Princes St. peel terrace edinburgh - Bing Maps Walkers can either walk 15 mins back up to Princes St or catch local bus after walk for train, car, bus etc.+1's need to be members to rsvp so they also understand walk requirements.
Please remember, I do this voluntarily and in my time to see you enjoy this lovely walk and meet new folk, so please only rsvp if you plan to attend as numbers limited. Those cancelling 24hrs before walk will now be shown as a No Show and removed from the group if so x 2 so please make sure you can attend than waste my time and blocking walkers who can and want to attend.
Looking forward to a sunny day out walking as there will be some great opportunities for some great photos along route as well with all the new flowers and greenery.
NorlynDisclaimer- Please be aware that hillwalking and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement. Attending this event also requires that you are fully aware of equipment, boots and clothing needs, adequate supplies of food and water, knowledge of the group's guidelines on etiquette and behaviour.
- Langdale-Lakes Camping and Walks Weekend Saturday 9 to Sunday 10 August.National Trust Campsite, Cumbria
Joining up with my English walking group (The Hillbillies 35 attending) the idea is for both groups to camp together for some joined up fun as well as the choice of 2 walks on the Saturday and 1 on the Sunday before heading home.
Saturday's walks - Start at 9.50am.
Dave's walk is a A grade hard walk that will include the death defying scramble up Jacks rake and on to Angke tarn. 10mlsMy walk will be offering a B grade alternative walk up Bowfell with fantastic scenery all around. 9mls
There will also be an easy Sunday circular walk from Langdale to Ambleside before heading home.
Walks will be posted in July to rsvp. This rsvp is to confirm numbers so please only rsvp if you're coming. +1's now have to be members to rsvp as well.
The place to stay is the national trust campsite Great Langdale Campsite Lake District | National Trust, Its entirely up to you to book here or other accommodation. I'm camping from Friday to Sunday. The campsite is fabulous and we can have a bbq on Saturday evening followed by an open fire to enjoy the evening chatting to both groups of walkers.
Thanks
Norlyn
