View from Traprain Law towards Dunbar
Group walks 2026
Long (all day)
A river, a hill and a castle
East Linton and River Tyne
A walk of 19km (12 miles) taking in Traprain Law and Hailes Castle
Date: Sunday August 23, 2026
Time: 9.30am to 4pm
Meet: The Mart, East Linton
With: Long Distance Walkers Association
This is a Long Distance Walkers Association taster walk for those who may like something a little more challenging.
The walk heads out to Pencraig and then goes west on very pleasant paths and lanes before heading south to pick up the River Tyne path, which it follows past the ruined Hailes Castle (once a home of Mary Queen of Scots).
It then diverts for an easy ascent of magnificent Traprain Law – one of the finest hills in East Lothian. Traprain Law is home to a group of Exmoor ponies, brought to the site in 2011 for their conservation benefits.
The walk then goes back to the River Tyne path to return to East Linton.
The walk include a short section on a quiet road.
More information
Traprain Law is a hill but it is not steep, and the ascent is fairly easy.
Sturdy hiking boots/shoes would be required.
Dogs are welcome providing the owner has 3rd party insurance for them, as per LDWA policy.
No age restrictions (LDWA walkers range from people in their 20s – not many of these! – to those in their 70s and 80s).
There are toilets at The Mart but none on the walk itself. There is also a cafe at The Mart which can be visited at the start and end of the walk.
What to bring
Packed lunch for the lunch stop, drink and snacks. You might also bring waterproofs and your own basic first aid kit.
Getting there
Meet at The Mart, Haddington Road, East Linton EH40 3DN, which is home to a number of small companies and a well-stocked shop. It is close to East Linton railway station but East Linton is also well served by regular bus services. Parking is available at The Mart and on street. If you do choose to bring your car, please park responsibly. What3Words: ///regulator.afternoon.owned
With... Long Distance Walkers Association
This walk is with the South of Scotland Group of the Long Distance Walkers Association (LDWA).
The LDWA is a national association of approximately 10,000 members, with 40 local groups, three in Scotland. Its aim is to further the interests of those who enjoy long distance walking.