Revival of a classic handicap venue with new improved course.

First away at 1900hrs.

6 miles and 1400 ft ascent.

Mostly fast running on grass, burnt heather and tracks over the best scenic patch of the Lammermuirs.

Bring map, compass and full body cover.

Start from end of tarmac road beyond Blinkbonny Wood (at GR NT 538637, 1:50k Sheet 66 Edinburgh & Midlothian). Allow 45 mins driving time from Meadowbank, via Tranent, Pencaitland, East Saltoun and Longyester. Afterwards, the Goblin Ha' in Gifford. Keith Burns (01620 860257)