Newtyle And Eassie is a region in Angus, Scotland, characterized by its rolling hills, agricultural land, and wooded areas, set against the prominent Sidlaw Hills. This varied topography, featuring distinctive scarp and dip slopes with small glens, provides a rich landscape for outdoor pursuits. The area's natural features, including disused railway lines repurposed into trails, make it suitable for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
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5.63km
01:52
260m
260m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.98km
01:34
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.61km
01:29
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.84km
01:59
180m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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60.1km
03:53
910m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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7.22km
00:52
250m
250m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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28.1km
02:31
510m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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17.7km
01:49
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390m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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12.6km
01:43
500m
500m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.95km
01:16
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350m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.3km
01:46
340m
340m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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24
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61.8km
02:42
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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47.3km
02:06
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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46.0km
02:09
470m
470m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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29.8km
01:19
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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83.2km
05:13
930m
930m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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64.0km
04:00
720m
720m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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79.5km
05:06
950m
950m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Newtyle And Eassie, located in Angus, Scotland, offers a variety of outdoor activities. The region provides routes for Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Touring cycling. Its landscape includes rolling hills, agricultural land, wooded areas, and the prominent Sidlaw Hills.
The region features diverse terrain for mountain biking, including challenging routes in the Sidlaw Hills and scenic wooded dens. Notable trails include the demanding 37.3-mile (60.1 km) "From Auchterhouse to Keillor Hill and Long Loch loop" and the moderate 11.1-mile (17.8 km) "Laird's Loch – Ballo Woods Forest Path loop." Newtyle Hill also offers specific mountain biking routes like "Rudder" and "Slaters / The Mast." For more options, refer to the MTB Trails around Newtyle And Eassie guide.
Yes, Newtyle And Eassie offers easier options suitable for various skill levels. Disused railway lines have been repurposed into flatter trails through fields and woodlands. The "Ballo Wood loop from Lundie" is a 4.5-mile (7.2 km) woodland trail that provides a less demanding experience.
Hikers can explore numerous peaks and viewpoints offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, including Strathmore and the Sidlaw Hills. Popular spots include the Syd Scroggie Memorial on Balkello Hill and Auchterhouse Hill, which hosts an ancient Hill Fort. Alyth Hill Summit and Viewpoint, rising to 984 feet (300 meters), also provides extensive views. Find more details in the Hiking around Newtyle And Eassie guide.
Yes, Newtyle And Eassie offers hiking routes suitable for beginners. The varied topography includes flatter sections, making some trails accessible for less experienced hikers. For specific easy options, consult the Easy hikes around Newtyle And Eassie guide.
The region's varied topography, including both hilly and flatter sections, is suitable for road cycling. Routes often follow former railway lines or traverse the scenic countryside. For detailed routes, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Newtyle And Eassie guide.
Newtyle And Eassie features the prominent Sidlaw Hills, offering distinctive scarp and dip slopes. Historical landmarks include pre-historic Stone Age hill forts and Bronze Age burial mounds on prominent ridges. Medieval castles and follies, such as the tower on Kinpurney Hill, also dot the landscape. Viewpoints offer vistas of Strathmore, the Angus Glens, and the Grampian mountains.
Newtyle And Eassie is a well-regarded destination for outdoor activities on komoot. More than 8,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars across over 30 routes. The region has a total of 32 routes available for various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Newtyle And Eassie to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for MTB Trails, Hiking, Road Cycling Routes, and Running Trails. There are also guides for Easy hikes and Traffic-free bike rides.
For official information, the Angus Council website provides details for the Newtyle And Eassie Community Council. Local community organizations also offer contact points. The Newtyle & Eassie Community Council can be reached via email at newtyleandeassiecc@gmail.com, and the Eassie, Nevay and Kirkinch Community Association has a website at www.eassieandnevay.org.

