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Archaeology Walk from Comrie Croft: the people between the Creags

The heather-clad slopes and craggy foothills above Comrie are a familiar approach route for hikers scaling Ben Chonzie. However, few linger to appreciate the mysterious stone circle that stands sentinel over this ancient landscape. With local archaeologist Gavin Lindsay as your guide, embark on a journey into our distant past and discover the story of the people who once called these beautiful uplands home. From settlement to ceremony, making a living to marking their loss, explore long departed communities through their surviving material legacy.

This is a moderate length walk with frequent stops at archaeological sites. The route follows well-defined tracks and logging roads with short deviations across broken terrain to reach points of interest.  Walkers will need to have stamina for walking over 10km at a good pace with some short steep stages. Ability to traverse rough ground and willingness to accommodate frequent stops for discussion will be required. The archaeological content will be accessibly pitched and family friendly.

While Dig It! takes every opportunity to ensure that this information is accurate, we advise that you contact the event organiser before attending the event to avoid disappointment. As “39% of transport emissions come from cars” according to Net Zero Nation, Dig It! also encourages you to walk, wheel, cycle or use public transport to arrive at this event if possible.

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Accessibility Information

Difficulty: Medium

Total distance: 10.6 km; Total ascent: 360 m; High point: 349 m

For those wanting to get to the start by public transport, the number 15 bus departs Crieff High St at 10:05 (arrives Comrie Croft road end 10:15).

Returning after the walk, the number 15 bus departs Comrie Croft road end for Crieff at 16:29

For further accessibility information, please email droverstryst@gmail.com.

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