A short walk to Lanrick Hall A gentle walk along an old farm track to open moorland. A linear walk, mainly on farm track which can be uneven underfoot and muddy after rain.
Jun - Oct
1.75 miles return Allow 1 hour
DG1 1RE Grid Ref NX985849
It is possible to park near the start of the track, but there is also space for cars in the laybys between Riddingwood House and Netherhall. This is a short, fairly level, easy stroll, providing you have appropriate footwear. It can be very muddy at times! Lanrick Hall, commonly known in the 19th century as Lanarkhall, was a busy farm. The 1851 census shows nine people living there in three separate households. They included a cattle dealer, a shepherd and a farm labourer. Leaving f r o m the other side of the road from Netherhall Farm, follow the track north. The first hundred yards or so can be rather squelchy underfoot, especially following wet weather. After about 500 yards, you will see a line of trees heading away from the left (west) side of the track. This is Tomsland Cleuch, a steep valley on the Parkburn which flows south, becoming the Eastern boundary of the parish of Kirkmahoe. Continue to follow the track, taking in open views towards Gledenholm Moor and the 20
