Lochend and Shore Meander

From our start point we head along the Chancelot path to St Mark's Park before joining the cycleways alongside McDonald Road and Brunswick Road to Sunnyside and Lochend Park. We'll make a loop around this atmospheric park, then onward to follow the Restalrig Railway path all the way to Leith Links. A possible refreshment stop here at our half way point.
From this point we will be able to enjoy some of Leith's ancient cobbled streets which we will negotiate with care. On reaching The Shore we head out towards Ocean Terminal, crossing the swing bridge and skirting around Victoria Quay.
We join the Water of Leith walkway for a section before diverting off on a new path leading to South and North Fort Streets and Hawthornvale where we rejoin the path network at the Sculpture Workshop just half a mile from our end point.

Cycle paths, cycle ways and quiet streets. A few sections on cobblestones.

We'll stop periodically along the route to catch our breath, enjoy the views and take photos.

Helmets are strongly recommended. We'll stop for refreshments either mid-ride or towards the end so bring card/cash if you want to purchase anything. Please aim to have a spare inner tube (or two) to suit your bike tyres and/or a plan to get yourself home with your bike should the need arise (eg friend/taxi)

First-timers welcome!