Description
Guidebook featuring 30 circular walks on Scotland's Pentland Hills, easily accessible from Edinburgh and home to peaks such as Scald Law and Carnethy Hill. Ranging from 2 to 17 miles, the routes are suitable for all abilities. Written by a local Countryside Ranger, the routes offer interesting and varied walking through diverse landscapes.
Seasons
All seasons - a mild climate with little snow
Centres
Edinburgh, Penicuik, West Linton, Lanark
Difficulty
A basic level of navigational skills is required, but the routes should not cause any wayfinding difficulties. Height mainly 400-550m.
Must See
Archaeological remains, historical and folkloric associations, castles, literary connections (Scott and RL Stevenson), views from the tops, wildlife
Paperback
176 pages