Linlithgow to Muiravonside Country Park
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Linlithgow to Muiravonside Country Park
Join us on a walk from Linlithgow to Muiravonside country park - and back!
This route uses the Union canal and the John Muir Way/River Avon Heritage Trail. It is a well established path but may have muddy sections if it's been raining.
After a coffee stop at the country park, we head back to Linlithgow Bridge. A short urban walk will take us to Linlithgow Loch and Palace. The finish and train station are nearby.
The route is about 16KM, allow 4-5 hours including coffee/lunch and any end refreshments.
A rough idea of the route can be seen on this OS app link: https://explore.osmaps.com/route/28541732/muiravonside-country-park-and-linlithgow-loch?lat=55.96911&lon=-3.64548&zoom=12.4392&style=Leisure&type=2d
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Photos : Taken by Brendan70
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What to bring
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: decent footwear is required as a few bits of paths are muddy and slippy
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Food & drink
Plenty of drinks and snacks for the whole day.
Coffee at the country park - they may do lunch. If you are concerned about food take a packed lunch.
Hopefully find a place to have a proper meal at end.