If you’re keen to make the most of this pretty season, there are plenty of scenic walking spots around Edinburgh to explore. So pull on your walking boots, wrap up warm and hit the trails of these nine locations which are all within easy reach of the capital.

9. The Pentlands
The Pentland Hills sit to the south of Edinburgh and provide a variety of excellent hilly walks, from the lofty heights of Allermuir Hill, to ridge-walking along Carnethy Hill, Scald Law and the Kips. Photo: Shutterstock
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