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Black Girls HIKE: SCOTLAND - ABERDOUR TO BURNTISLAND

Great paved paths with stunning views of Firth of Forth from Aberdour to Burntisland.

General info: Toilets and cafe near start and end of route. Linear walk starting at Aberdour train station and ending at Burntisland train station. Good footwear with grips advised, trainers ok if don't have boots. Bring lunch/snacks and water for a stop.

If getting train from Edinburgh, buy return ticket to Burntisland as you can get the train home directly from Burntisland, or there is also a bus (number 7) between Aberdour and Burntisland.) Some parking at Aberdour train station or on streets nearby.

Meeting time: 10:45 (meeting point will be detailed in the confirmation email)

Start time: 11:00

Distance: 3 Miles

Difficulty: Moderate - mostly gentle inclines, with 1 steep ascent.

Age: 18+

How much is it? Suggested donation £5 As a registered non-profit, your support helps our community grow. Enabling us to provide opportunities for Black women across the UK to explore and reconnect with nature.

CAN I COME TO BLACK GIRLS HIKE?

As the name suggests, this is a safe space for Black/Mixed Race cis and trans women and non-binary people of Black African and / or Caribbean descent who are comfortable in a space that centres the experiences of Black women. We are not a BAME, POC, BIPOC, WOC, Politically Black or Ally organisation.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

  • Walking boots / shoes with ankle support essential. No pumps or sliders.

  • Food and water

  • Extra layers

  • Waterproof jacket

  • Rucksack

  • Please ensure any medication is bought with you e.g., asthma pump or epi pen

PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY

  • Join our Facebook group to arrange car shares and connect with other hikers (when requesting to join the FB group, please answer the membership questions)

  • You can also use Traveline or TFL to plan your route, for car parking check out Parkopedia

*This meet is also not led by qualified Mountain Leader and is therefore not insured; you will be attending at your own risk*

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