The woodlands of Penicuik

Overview
This circular walk will take us through the various woodlands of Penicuik alongside the Esk and some of its feeder burns. We climb uphill for great views of the surrounding countryside and visit the landscaped grounds of Penicuik House. If time allows we will finish with a cup of tea in the excellent community café.

Boots and poles advised. The woodlands could be muddy after rain.

Thursday 30 October 2025
Meeting time: 9:00 am
Start time: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time: 3:00 pm
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent: 260m / 853ft
Type: circular

Starting point
Grid reference: NT 23558 59913
Nearest postcode: EH26 8HW
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Walk starts at Penicuik Storehouse, High Street, EH268HW at 10am

Please contact Cath, walk leader (preferred via WhatsApp) on 07801 354754 by the evening of Tuesday 28th October if you would like to join this walk and let her know if you are happy to drive or if you need a lift from LNRS. Max 12 walkers.

You may also like the following events from Livingston Ramblers Group:

• Next Saturday, 4th October, 09:00 am, Autumn at Almondell and Calderwood Country Park in Livingston
• Next Sunday, 5th October, 09:30 am, Braco and Cromlet Hill in Dunblane
• Next month, 19th October, 09:00 am, Sleeping Giant, Benarty Hill from Lochore in Lochgelly

Also check out other Meetups in Penicuik.