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Dan Hobson
January 19, 2021
Hiking
The atmospheric remains of Fast Castle stand on a plateau surrounded by towering cliffs. Due to its natural defensive position, the castle likely started life as an Iron Age fort. However, the first mention of the castle was in 1333 and the first authoritative date is 1404. A modern bridge has replaced the drawbridge spanning the chasm between the promontory and the mainland.
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5.0
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31
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2.32km
00:50
130m
130m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
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02:00
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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11.9km
03:26
260m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
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Elevation 30 m
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Location: Cockburnspath, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom