Maybury to Ratho circular

From the Maybury Casino carpark we will follow the traffic-free shared path alongside the A8 and over the RBS bridge. From there we join the back road (Gogar Station Road) over the M8, to the canal. We will ride along the canal towpath from here to Ratho where we join Freelands Road, then Gogarstone Road, back to the traffic-free shared path over the RBS bridge again and back to the Casino carpark.

This route uses traffic-free paths, quieter roads and the canal towpath to take us to Ratho. From there we leave the canal and ride along back roads to re-join the traffic-free path along the A8 returning to where we started. This is a relatively flat route with a countryside feel for much of the way.

Some sections of the canal towpath can be muddy in wet weather. While this route is suitable for all bikes, it may be tricky for road bikes with skinny tyres, if the weather had been inclement. Gravel bikes, hybrids and mountain bikes are ideal.

While we will not have a cafe stop on this ride, we will stop for a short rest at Ratho before heading back. Please bring along any drinks or snacks you might need.

Please bring along puncture repair equipment, if you have it.

First-timers welcome!