The best family-friendly hikes and walks around Spittalfield And District

Birnam Hill summit 360 spherical: https://kuula.co/share/hr1DG?logo=1&info=1&fs=1&vr=0&zoom=1&thumbs=1

The slightly overgrown bridge is a great photo opportunity

The arched bridge, popularly known as the "Roman Bridge," dates back to the 19th century and is modeled on Roman bridges.

Anyone who would like to find out more about the life and work of WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (1564 to 1616), the great author of important dramas, is recommended to watch two 15-minute contributions – unfortunately only available in German – as part of the ARD series “Classics of World Literature” by and with Tilman Spengler. If you are interested, see the following links to the ARD media library: Episode -I- https://www.ardmediathek.de/video/klassiker-der-weltliteratur/william-shakespeare-i/ard-alpha/Y3JpZDovL2JyLmRlL3ZpZGVvL2JhNjg3NzQxLWEwODUtNDk4ZC05N2NiLTY0MWI2MTE2YWRkOA Episode -II- https://www.ardmediathek.de/video/klassiker-der-weltliteratur/william-shakespeare-ii/ard-alpha/Y3JpZDovL2JyLmRlL3ZpZGVvL2QxMGY1Mzk3LTZkYjQtNGMxNy05Y2RiLTA1NWM3YTNiMWFiMw

"There are children's stories that are so charming, strange and wonderful that you can and want to read them at any age," said Anke Zimmer in the 'Fuldaer Zeitung' about the children's book author and illustrator Beatrix POTTER (1866 to 1943), whose wonderfully told stories are still being reprinted today. "Peter Rabbit is the most well-known inhabitant of the wonderful world (...), but he has many friends: the squirrel Timmy Zehenspitz, Mrs. Tuschelmaus and the little pig Robinson (...). They experience funny and exciting adventures right on their own doorstep or on their way out into the wide world," writes the Anaconda publishing house about a new edition of "The Complete Stories of Peter Rabbit and His Friends".

For Trail MTB explorers on an adventure. Let’s face it—when you hear “Roman Bridge,” you expect gladiators and emperors, but this one’s a bit of a twist. The so-called Roman Bridge on the Murthly Castle estate in Perthshire isn’t actually Roman. Shocking, I know. Built in the mid-19th century, it’s a masterpiece of Romanesque style, complete with six beautiful arches spanning the dramatic Birnam Burn. They knew how to make things grand back then, no doubt about it. This wasn’t just a simple crossing—it was a statement. Now, why the Roman name, you ask? Simple. The Victorians were obsessed with classical grandeur. They loved to borrow from the past and put their own spin on it. This bridge wasn’t about utility—it was about prestige. A Category A listing proves its national importance. But here’s the bad news. The bridge has seen better days. Time hasn’t been kind, and now it’s in poor condition, neglected like yesterday’s headlines. Sad, really. Historic Environment Scotland’s Canmore database still has photos of its glory (and its current wear and tear). If you’re a fan of heritage—and who isn’t—you should check those out. Believe me, it’s worth it. For now, this bridge remains part of Murthly’s romantic, forgotten past. Let’s hope someone swoops in with a good restoration plan—maybe even an upgrade. Wouldn’t that be something? Ref: http://canmore.org.uk/site/26972

OK, this sure looks like a bridge over a former railway line. However, old maps don't show any railway track here and you wouldn't expect a railway track here. About the only interesting thing about it is: 1. it's a waypoint, and 2. it's kind of fun to follow the track that goes over the bridge and then immediately sweeps underneath it - especially on a bike.

One of many paths and tracks all heading in the same direction albeit this is the primary track. Can be very busy with walkers, hikers and mountain bikers. Lot's of micro-streams cross the path after heavy rain.