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Penicuik And District

Rosslyn Chapel – Gunpowder Mill Ruins loop from Penicuik

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Hiking trails & Routes
United Kingdom
Scotland
South Scotland
Penicuik And District

Rosslyn Chapel – Gunpowder Mill Ruins loop from Penicuik

Moderate

4.8

(6)

22

hikers

Rosslyn Chapel – Gunpowder Mill Ruins loop from Penicuik

03:30

12.9km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.98 km

Stone Tunnel

Highlight • Rest Area

2

4.12 km

Beautiful former railway line surrounded by old trees, wild raspberries and roses

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3

5.60 km

Roslin Glen Country Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Rosling Glen Country Park is a beautiful wooded park not far from Roslin. There are a number of things to see in and near the park, including Rosslyn Chapel, Rosslyn …

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4

6.06 km

Roslin Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

The partially ruined 14th century castle holds a great position in the Roslin Glen. The high bridge used to access the castle would have been strong defence and was rebuilt …

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5

6.79 km

Rosslyn Chapel

Highlight • Monument

An impressive chapel, managed by Historic Scotland. Best to book on busy weekends and holidays.

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6

8.49 km

Gunpowder Mill Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Great spot for a picnic

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B

12.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.07 km

2.03 km

1.43 km

1.14 km

178 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.88 km

3.29 km

1.99 km

1.29 km

1.06 km

335 m

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Monday 5 October

14°C

7°C

26 %

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