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HibbyDave
27-09-2009, 06:12 PM
Just completed the entire walkway from Balerno to Leith. Saw Edinburgh/Leith from different perspective and would defo recommend anyone do this.

Set me thinking that there may be some way to encourage fans to try it.


How about a walk from Leith (Junctions St area) to Tynie on the day of the derby?
Possibly sponsored for Dnipro Kids? - Minimum sponsorship amount required?

Numbers would need strict control as some parts of the pathway (most of it!) are quite narrow and people use this walk for everyday exercise so maybe not welcome football fans?
Don't know if thisconflicts with existing plans for fundraising etc but thought it was worthwhil way to get people to exercise and fund raise at the same time (the walk from Leith to Roseburn is approx 4.5 miles). Exit right beside the Roseburn Bar by coincidence!

If this is the wrong board apologies but if admins think there may be some merit then please leave for others to view!

libernian
28-09-2009, 12:54 AM
youd have to set off at like 6am to get to the roseburn in time to get in!

out of curiousity how long did it take to get to from balerno to leith? sure it would be quite a good walk tho. comin on about 10 milish i woulda thought!

HibbyDave
28-09-2009, 08:21 AM
youd have to set off at like 6am to get to the roseburn in time to get in!

out of curiousity how long did it take to get to from balerno to leith? sure it would be quite a good walk tho. comin on about 10 milish i woulda thought!

Balerno to Leith 12.5 miles -all downhill! Circa 4.5 hrs. A very good walk with lots to see etc.

The walk from Leith to Roseburn would be around 3.5 mile and prob take 1 to 1.5 hrs (max 2hrs?).

Anyone interested in doing it could set off from Leith about 10am and have plenty time to get into the Roseburn before the match. Whether it was done for charity or just a novel way to go to the match it's worth it.

H18sry
28-09-2009, 08:23 AM
Balerno to Leith 12.5 miles -all downhill! Circa 4.5 hrs. A very good walk with lots to see etc.

The walk from Leith to Roseburn would be around 3.5 mile and prob take 1 to 1.5 hrs (max 2hrs?).

Anyone interested in doing it could set off from Leith about 10am and have plenty time to get into the Roseburn before the match. Whether it was done for charity or just a novel way to go to the match it's worth it.

12.30 ko :wink:

HibbyDave
28-09-2009, 08:27 AM
12.30 ko :wink:

oops!

Ach well the Roseburn probably won't be open then?
Alternative.....




Just get up earlier and enjoy a morning stroll through the Capital City.