Overview
This is a circular walk from South Queensferry, through the Dalmeny Estate, home to the Earls of Rosebery since the 17th century, returning along the coast via Hound Point with great views towards Edinburgh & across the Forth to Fife & close up views of the iconic Forth Rail Bridge.
There is much history to discover along this walk & an opportunity to stop for a drink at the Hawes Inn before returning to the start point. As this is close to where we will park, those who do not wish to stop for refreshments can head on home.
Thursday 14 August 2025
Meeting time: 6:15 pm
Start time: 6:45 pm
Estimated finish time: 9:00 pm
Difficulty: Leisurely
Distance: 8.2km / 5.1mi
Ascent: 110m / 361ft
Type: circular
The walk is on a mixture of paved path, Estate tracks & minor road. For those stopping for refreshments there are toilets available at the Hawes Inn.
Starting point
Grid reference: NT 13966 78285
Nearest postcode: EH30 9TE
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Start time: 6:45 pm
Street parking is available along Hawes Brae where we will meet for the start of the walk at 6.45pm.
For car sharing please meet at Livingston North Railway Station car park (Glasgow side) at 6.15pm.
To book a place on this walk it is essential that you contact the walk leader (preferably by text) & please state if you are wanting to car share or meet at the start point.
Contact Natalie on 07780250003
You may also like the following events from Livingston Ramblers Group:
- This Thursday, 31st July, 06:45 pm, Threpmuir Reservoir & Black Hill Evening Circular in Kirknewton
- This Sunday, 3rd August, 08:30 am, Stuc a' Chroin from Callander in Callander
- Next Sunday, 10th August, 09:00 am, Glen Sherup Horseshoe, Glen Devon in Auchterarder
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Meetups in Inverkeithing.
