Some of the spectacular scenery you can see on walks in and around Edinburgh.Some of the spectacular scenery you can see on walks in and around Edinburgh.
Some of the spectacular scenery you can see on walks in and around Edinburgh.

Bank Holiday Walks: Here are 11 stunning walks in and around Edinburgh to enjoy during the Jubilee long weekend

Many of us have a four day weekend coming up for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee so will have some extra time on our hands.

If the weather is kind (and, being Scotland, that’s a relatively big ‘if’) it’ll be the perfect weekend to get out-and-about to enjoy Scotland’s stunning parks and countryside, particularly with summer just around the corner.

And Edinburgh residents are particularly lucky, with a huge variety of amazing walks on their doorstep – from city walks and pretty parks, to dramatic coastlines and rolling unspoilt hills.

Here are 11 that are easy to find, easy to follow, and suitable for most health levels.

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