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Please contact the Walk Leader - Mags 07397 562809 to reserve your place. Numbers limited.Overview
Starting from Haymarket Station, we’ll journey east to explore many of the historical landmarks, iconic structures and events that shaped the Edinburgh we know today. We’ll learn about the city’s global influence in literature, medicine and philosophy, as well as its distinguished military history.
We will also delve into the sinister "dark heart" of the old city, uncovering macabre deeds of murder and mayhem.
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Start time: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time: 2:00 pm
Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 9.3km / 5.8mi
Ascent: 152.4m / 500ft
Type: circular
This is an urban walk which will start from Haymarket Station at 0930 hrs. We will be walking along paved streets and thoroughfares with minimal elevation. There will be a stop for lunch, bring snacks and drink.
At the end of the walk we’ll visit an old Edinburgh hostelry for refreshments.(Optional)
Starting point
Grid reference: NT 23988 73180
Nearest postcode: EH12 5EY
what3words: sleeps.easy.aura
Start time: 9:30 am
Meet inside Haymarket station entrance hall.
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Haymarket railway station, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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