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Moor Road – Gladhouse reservoir (West) loop from Temple

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Moor Road – Gladhouse reservoir (West) loop from Temple

cafowler planned a road ride

March 23, 2024

Moor Road – Gladhouse reservoir (West) loop from Temple

Moderate

02:26

58.4km

23.9km/h

430m

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

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Parking

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10.2 km

The Meldons Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

I tend to ride this the other way, ending in Eddleston, because I for me the Black and White Meldons reveal themselves so much more dramatically. The valley is soaked …

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24.6 km

Rolling Hills Along the Lyne Water

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

Quiet road that rolls gently. A pleasure to ride with a good wind. Loads of sheep to keep you company (you might not see another human, so the sheep are welcome!)

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35.0 km

West Linton Public Well and Clock Tower

Highlight • Monument

Didn't realise it was a public well when I was there, not sure if it's safe drinking water. I'll investigate next time I'm here.

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35.8 km

Moor Road – Scottish Borders

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

And it is always windy up on the moor road and most of the times it is a brisk head wind, regardless of if you go south or north. The …

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50.3 km

View of the Pentland Hills from Mount Lothian Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

It is one of my favourite spots for views, whether on the bike or by car. Clear views of the Pentland Hills and South towards (not seen) Gladhouse Reservoir. If …

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56.7 km

Gladhouse Reservoir (West Inlet)

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Gladhouse Reservoir, at 460 acres (186 hectares), is the largest freshwater area in the Lothians. The views from this little inlet are particularly nice into the middle of the reservoir, …

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58.4 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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47.0 km

11.3 km

124 m

Surfaces

56.5 km

1.95 km

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Moor Road – Gladhouse reservoir (West) loop from Temple

The Meldons Road

Rolling Hills Along the Lyne Water

West Linton Public Well and Clock Tower

Moor Road – Scottish Borders

View of the Pentland Hills from Mount Lothian Road

Gladhouse Reservoir (West Inlet)

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