John Muir Way Tour Stage Nine – South Queensferry to Edinburgh Zoo
Stage 9 South Queensferry to Edinburgh Zoo (Grade C+)
Time: 11:30am Saturday 21 November 2026
Distance/Duration/Ascent: 8.5miles/5 hours/333m
Start/Finish: South Queensferry/Edinburgh Zoo
The Way steps onto cobbles and passes vennels and crow-stepped gables through historic South Queensferry. Some surprisingly hilly parts as it meanders along the cycle paths and Union canal towpath. Views to Crammond Island on the Firth of Forth and the Forth Road Bridge. Climb up to Clermiston Tower built in 1871 as a memorial to Sir Walter Scott.
- Nov 21 2026
- 11:30 am - 5:00 pm
- £28.00
- gerena@argyllwalks.co.uk
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In 2016, a tree fell on the Visitor Information Centre I managed in Tarbet, Loch Lomond- bringing five years of hard work to an abrupt end. Redundancy felt like a loss, but it also cracked open a new path. A retail job in Luss helped me retrain and reconnect with Scottish heritage. Visitors were eager to hear stories – Clan Colquhoun, tartan, folklore, and roots. That spark lit the way. By 2018, I saw a gap in the area surrounding Loch Lomond for guided walking tours. And in 2019, I took the leap. In for a penny, in for a pound- I launched Argyll Walks with nothing but a kitchen table, a head full of stories, and a heart ready to rebuild. What began as a career pivot became a purposed-led business. Today, I work from my upstairs desk in Arrochar, designing bespoke walking experiences for curious travellers, charities and corporate groups. Each tour is crafted with emotional resonance, sensory storytelling, and a deep respect for Scotland’s landscapes and legacy. Every walk builds confidence. Every story invites connection. And every step is a reminder that resilience can lead to something beautiful.
