Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill

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This delightful walk combines the wooded nature reserve of the Hermitage of Braid with an ascent of Blackford Hill, giving superb views over Edinburgh.

Terrain

Woodland and grassy paths; can be muddy in places.

Public Transport

Bus to Comiston Road (nos. 11, 15 or 15A).

Start

Braid Road. Open start point in Google Maps for directions.

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