Ben Vrackie

Join us for our second longer hike of the semester, up the fantastic Ben Vrackie on the outskirts of Pitlochry!!

This is a relatively challenging hike with spectacular scenery. Walking boots, some hiking experience, and a relatively good level of fitness are all required. As well as plenty of snacks, liquids, and waterproofs/warm layers for the Scottish weather.

This route is 12km/8miles long with 700 metres of elevation gain. It is quite a steady ascent with a well-maintained path. However, it can be steep in sections, especially towards the end. Please familiarise yourself with the route beforehand and decide whether this is a hike for you.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/scotland/perth-and-kinross/ben-vrackie

We will be getting the 7:15 ember bus from Buchannan Street Bus Station, getting to Pitlochry at 8:59. We expect to be back in Glasgow by 19:11, getting the 17:29 ember bus back. Please note that ember busses REQUIRE you to purchase a ticket in advance.

This is a free event (apart from your own travel costs) but membership and a ticket are required. Both can be purchased via the SRC website. (Please DO Not attend without a ticket - these will become available on Wednesday 23rd at 6pm).

Remember to purchase a bus ticket for travel in advance.

Please DO bring:

If you have any questions, feel free to email us at guwalkingsociety@gmail.com or message us on instagram (@guwalkingsociety).

All attendees must follow the GUSRC Events Code of Conduct: https://www.glasgowunisrc.org/policies/events-conduct/

Happy hiking!!