Trees across path near Gouk Hill - Section 1 Helensburgh to Balloch

Feb
1
Several trees have fallen across the path, rendering it impassable for both cyclists and walkers.

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Temporary Diversion in Dalmeny Estate, Section 7

Feb
15
A diversion will be in place between Whitehouse Bay and Dalmeny House during week of 20th Feb 2023.

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Route diversion on the Union Canal towpath at Brightons

Feb
9
A half mile stretch is currently closed in Section 5, Falkirk - Linlithgow.

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Path closure on clifftop trail in Dunbar

Jan
16
A short section of path has been closed for safety reasons.

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Strathkelvin Railway Path Reopens (Section 3)

Sep
12
Resurfacing of the path between Lennoxtown and Kirkintilloch has been completed

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Felling operations in Merkins Forest (section 2)

Sep
1
From 5th Sept a short section between Balloch and Carbeth will be affected by felling but the path remains open.

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Felling operations and diversion at Burncrooks Reservoir

Jul
27
Felling near Burncrooks reservoir has now been completed

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Route closure between Lennoxtown and Kirkintilloch

Jun
9
4.5km of section 3 (Strathkelvin Railway Path) will be closed for path upgrades from 13th June

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John Muir Way accessibility information now available

May
11
We've published a series of storymap guides to accessibility on all 10 route sections

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A New Bench for John Muir Day

Apr
21
The route start in Helensburgh has been refreshed with a bench with John Muir quotes

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Short diversion in place at Prestonpans war memorial

Nov
22
The route is diverted onto High St for 100m while work to redevelop Prestonpans War Memorial Square is under way, expected until April 2022.

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Short diversion at Musselburgh Ash Lagoons

Nov
3
Restoration works on the lagoons at Levenhall Links mean a short diversion is in place.

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Tree maintenance near Kirkintilloch - now complete

Sep
17
Some disruption expected from work starting on 20th September but route remains open.

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Walking route closure in section 2 Sept-Nov 2021

Sep
10
Update: Felling operations at Merkins Forest have been completed and the route is open.

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John Muir Way Helensburgh Artwork Study

Sep
9
Community consultation report now available following artwork study in Helensburgh.

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Innocent Railway Path Closure in Edinburgh

Aug
13
Update: this section is closed for 2 days on 2nd-3rd December

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Win John Muir Way prizes in our treasure hunt

Jul
8
We're celebrating the launch of our new day trips by giving away merchandise along the way.

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Coronavirus update for John Muir Way users

Apr
23
The route is open but please follow Scottish Government's latest travel advice.

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Erosion of Strathkelvin Railway Path

Mar
22
Take care around flooded areas next to the path that may conceal drainage flow.

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Our official merchandise store is here!

Mar
3
You can now order branded John Muir Way products through our online store

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Diversions on the Union Canal in Section 5

Feb
3
Further works are being undertaken on the Union Canal, leading to two new closures

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Diversion in Section 3 at Lennoxtown

Aug
28
Updated: the route has been cleared of the fallen tree and the diversion is over.

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Diversion in Section 2 walking route at Merkins forest

Aug
25
Update: diversion now over at Merkins forest - route open as usual.

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Union Canal Closure

Aug
12
A signed diversion is now in place for the John Muir Way between Brightons and Almond Road.

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Path conditions in Section 10 near East Links Family Park

Mar
16
Please take care on a short section of rutted and muddy path following forestry operations.

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Section 2 walking route reopens

Oct
23
Forestry operations have now been completed.

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Bo'ness Revival, 31st Aug - 1st Sept

Aug
28
The classic car show & hill climb event comes to Kinneil Estate (section 6).

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Section 2 walking route closed due to felling at Merkins Forest

Aug
21
Walkers are advised to use the alternative cycle route until end October 2019.

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The John Muir Way official passport is here!

Jul
23
Introducing the perfect way to mark your progress along the route.

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Horse Trials at Hopetoun Estate Section 6

Jun
24
Horse Trials at Hopetoun Estate Section 6

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Diversion in section 5, west of Linlithgow

May
28
Diversion now ended west of Linlithgow for bridge replacement works

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Path works at Davidson’s Mains Park, Edinburgh

May
14
Path works at Davidson’s Mains Park, Section 7

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Diversion in Saughton Park for micro hydro works

Apr
29
Diversion in section 7 at Saughton Park

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It's the John Muir Way's 5th anniversary!

Apr
18
Happy 5th Birthday to us!

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John Muir Way Ultra Marathon: 30th March, sections 9 & 10

Mar
27
John Muir Way Ultra Marathon: 30th March, sections 9 & 10

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Diversion on section of Dunbar Clifftop Trail

Jan
15
Diversion now ended

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Signage issues at Falkirk Wheel

Jan
11
Signage issues at Falkirk Wheel - now resolved

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Forestry operations at Bannachra Muir

Oct
2
Route fully open after forestry operations at Bannachra Muir

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