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Water of Leith Walkway – Lymphoy Road loop from Heriot-Watt University

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Water of Leith Walkway – Lymphoy Road loop from Heriot-Watt University

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Water of Leith Walkway – Lymphoy Road loop from Heriot-Watt University

00:34

5.13km

40m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.00 km

Linfoy Loop

Highlight • Trail

1.35 km

Water of Leith Walkway: Balerno to Currie

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nicer alternative to walking between two villages

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1.80 km

Water of Leith Walkway

Highlight • River

The walkway begins next to Balerno High School.

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2.52 km

Lymphoy Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Road surface a bit broken and gravely in places, but otherwise good. Horses, llamas and lovely views.

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5.13 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.99 km

1.74 km

824 m

504 m

Surfaces

2.10 km

1.71 km

989 m

255 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 6 May

14°C

5°C

48 %

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Water of Leith Walkway – Lymphoy Road loop from Heriot-Watt University

Linfoy Loop

Water of Leith Walkway: Balerno to Currie

Water of Leith Walkway

Lymphoy Road

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