An excellent turnout considering the downpour that preceded. At 6:45 there was just me, then gradually another 17 appeared out of the rain, including Porty (he’ll crack and join soon) Graham who ran from Straiton and just made it as we were setting off.
The loop followed the Esk with some diversions off the Eskapade route, before climbing to Penicuik House and a history lesson from Nick McD. A scramble up to the folly, then easier trails to the west side of Penicuik, some very muddy fields and a shortcut back into town. About a dozen then stayed on for Italian food. Thanks to everyone who came out, hope you enjoyed it.
Joel