
Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate)
Tue 25 Aug · 13:00
Broad Pavement Car Park
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A ranger leads a guided walk at Holyrood Park starting from Broad Pavement Car Park. The moderate-grade walk covers the area's geology, wildlife, archaeology, and history. Entry is free.
Join a ranger on a free guided walk to learn about Holyrood Park's geology, wildlife, and its rich heritage of archaeology and history.
Event: Arthur’s Secrets
Time: 13:00-15:30, Walk duration is approx. 2 hours with extra time allocated for delays.
Meeting Place: Broad Pavement Car Park, Queen's Drive. Postcode: EH8 8AZ. Meeting point is next to the entrance of the car park on the grass verge opposite the car park kiosk.
Please see the map below.
FREE EVENT
Description: Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice! Find out about the people who lived and worked in the Park from 7 thousand years ago up until the present day and learn more about the rare wildlife that makes the Park so special.
Age: This walk may not be suitable for children under 12 years.
Grade: Moderate
Route: Hunter’s Bog/Volunteers’ Walk/Camstane/Hutton's Section area. This may change.
Bring: Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear with good grips. A snack and a drink.
Toilets: Toilets are available at the Holyrood Park Education Centre (EH8 8HG). No toilets on the walk itself.
Parking: Broad Pavement Car Park (off Queen's Drive, next to Holyrood Palace). Parking charges are £1 per hour. Charges apply 08:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday (except Public Holidays). Parking is free for Blue Badge holders. 55°57'03.9"N 3°10'09.8"W - Google Maps
Road Closures: Holyrood Park roads are closed every Saturday and Sunday.
Local roads and car parks may be subject to closures-please contact the Ranger Service for more information at rangers@hes.scot or 0131 652 8150.
Disabled access: Route may not suitable for disabled people – route contains rough tracks, uneven and boggy terrain, steep inclines and declines. Please contact the Ranger Service for more information.
Dogs: Dogs are not permitted except assistance dogs.
Map of meeting point below:
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) takes place on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 13:00.
Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) is held at Broad Pavement Car Park in Edinburgh (Holyrood Car Park, Edinburgh, EH8 8AZ).
Entry to Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) is free.
Tickets for Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate)
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A ranger leads a guided walk at Holyrood Park starting from Broad Pavement Car Park. The moderate-grade walk covers the area's geology, wildlife, archaeology, and history. Entry is free.
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Organiser’s full description
Join a ranger on a free guided walk to learn about Holyrood Park's geology, wildlife, and its rich heritage of archaeology and history.
Event: Arthur’s Secrets
Time: 13:00-15:30, Walk duration is approx. 2 hours with extra time allocated for delays.
Meeting Place: Broad Pavement Car Park, Queen's Drive. Postcode: EH8 8AZ. Meeting point is next to the entrance of the car park on the grass verge opposite the car park kiosk.
Please see the map below.
FREE EVENT
Description: Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice! Find out about the people who lived and worked in the Park from 7 thousand years ago up until the present day and learn more about the rare wildlife that makes the Park so special.
Age: This walk may not be suitable for children under 12 years.
Grade: Moderate
Route: Hunter’s Bog/Volunteers’ Walk/Camstane/Hutton's Section area. This may change.
Bring: Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear with good grips. A snack and a drink.
Toilets: Toilets are available at the Holyrood Park Education Centre (EH8 8HG). No toilets on the walk itself.
Parking: Broad Pavement Car Park (off Queen's Drive, next to Holyrood Palace). Parking charges are £1 per hour. Charges apply 08:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday (except Public Holidays). Parking is free for Blue Badge holders. 55°57'03.9"N 3°10'09.8"W - Google Maps
Road Closures: Holyrood Park roads are closed every Saturday and Sunday.
Local roads and car parks may be subject to closures-please contact the Ranger Service for more information at rangers@hes.scot or 0131 652 8150.
Disabled access: Route may not suitable for disabled people – route contains rough tracks, uneven and boggy terrain, steep inclines and declines. Please contact the Ranger Service for more information.
Dogs: Dogs are not permitted except assistance dogs.
Map of meeting point below:
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate)?
Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) takes place on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 13:00.
Where is Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) taking place?
Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) is held at Broad Pavement Car Park in Edinburgh (Holyrood Car Park, Edinburgh, EH8 8AZ).
How much are tickets for Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate)?
Entry to Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) is free.
How do I get tickets for Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate)?
Tickets for Arthur's Secrets - Guided Walk at Holyrood Park (Grade: moderate) can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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