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University Trail
 

Take this short walk and find out about a long process and how Edinburgh University are helping us shape our forests for the future. The walk starts from the Buzzards Nest car park.

How to get there:

University Trail can be started from Buzzards Nest Car Park in Glentress Forest which is part of Forests of the Scottish Borders. Peebles is the nearest town or village.

One and a half miles east of Peebles on the A72., Once on forest road go past the Osprey Car Park and follow road uphill beyond the Red Squirrel Car park. Follow forest road for about one mile and the road splits to the left uphill from the forest drive. Car park is well sign posted., Please adhere to the 15mph speed limit.

OS Grid Reference: NT277411


Buzzards Nest Car Park Facilities.
ToiletsParking ChargeInformation
Grade of trail:
Sensible footwareEasy
Trail waymarking:
Grey
Length of trail:
1 miles
Approximate time of trail:
30 minutes
Open or closed:
open


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