Group walks 2023
Half-day
Whitekirk to North Berwick
On the Forth to Farne Way
Date : Sunday August 27th
Time : 1.40pm
Meet : Whitekirk village hall
Follows part of the Forth to Farne Way, a coastal pilgrim route opened in 2017 from North Berwick to Holy Island (72 miles in total)
Beginning in the historic village of Whitekirk, the walk passes through the East Lothian countryside to reach the coastal town of North Berwick, from where medieval pilgrims boarded a ferry to cross the Forth as they made their way to the religious centre of St Andrews.
Historical and local information will be given along the route.
The route is suitable for families, and most but not all parts are suitable for wheelchair users.
At North Berwick, the path drops to the East Bay beach road via a longish flight of steepish steps with a handrail. There is a slightly longer alternative route which avoids the steps.
Facilities
The village hall in Whitekirk will be open to allow walkers the use of the toilet. There are public toilets in North Berwick.
What to bring
Bring waterproofs in case of inclement weather, and drinks and a snack.
Meeting point and travel
Meet at 1.40pm at Whitekirk village hall to begin the walk.
Please note that this is a one-way walk, so we suggest walkers consider using public transport to get to the starting point.
Buses
Current timetables show the following but please check with operators on the day.
Eves service 120 – departs Dunbar High Street 12.24, East Linton 12.43, arrives Whitekirk 12.51
Eves service 120 – departs North Berwick Church Road 13.15, Seabird Centre 13.18, arrives Whitekirk 13.31
www.eveinfo.co.uk/bus-services
Booking
To book your place, contact walk leader J. McGuinnes on 07491 649870 or email jmcguinnes71@gmail.com

‘Forth to Farne Way’ waymarker outside the ancient church at Whitekirk