Biggar Ramblers go to Durisdeer every year, tempted by the Womens’ Guild afternoon teas but were recently disappointed as the usual dates had changed, writes Margaret Watson.

Durisdeer is still a lovely place to walk even without the incentive of the church hall afternoon teas! On Sunday, September 29, 10 members of the Biggar Ramblers met up to do two walks starting from this little jewel of a village that nestles among some impressive Southern Upland hills.

The hill walkers headed up Durisdeer Rig then tackled Skaw'd Law and Glenleith Fell before dropping down to the bothy in Glenaggart where the rendezvous with the rest of the walkers was timed to perfection!

The lower level group had walked up Glenaggart to the vantage point overlooking Kettleton Reservoir. After exchanging stories of their respective exploits over a picnic lunch at the bothy they all made their way back down the valley to the village. Both groups had covered almost exactly the same distance of 6.75 miles.

Forthcoming walks in October

Saturday, October 26 – 9.15 Biggar Corn Exchange. Glenholm. Culter Fell and Chapelgill from the Glenholm Valley. 8 miles.Grade SB+ Contact B Henry for more information 01721 720981

Wednesday, October 30 – 9.15 Biggar Corn Exchange. Chatelherault. Green Bridge Circular. Grade 5 miles SC+ Contact I MacDonald for more information 01555 661748.