We currently have three walking groups at Corbenic. The easiest group is the Ramblers. A step up from Ramblers is the Adventurers. And finally, do not be fooled by the name of the Hillwalkers… they do more than hills.

The three groups tackle different terrains and move at different speeds. Therefore aerobic and cardiovascular fitness are as important as balance and ability to manage difficult terrain.

To find out which group might suit you, try our benchmark test – walking the first section of the Corbenic Poetry Path. Just time yourself over the section shown in the map from the bottom Poetry Path Car Park to the top of the Larch Wood. This will let you gauge whether you are a Rambler, an Adventurer or a Hillwalker!

The Ramblers – regular attendees of this group will walk the benchmark route in about 15 minutes. Some of the group are slower, so do not be disheartened.

The Adventurers – the expectation for joining this group is being able to walk the benchmark route in about 12.5 minutes or less. There is also an expectation to manage more demanding terrain. You should be able to carry on and complete the full Poetry Path without assistance.

The Hillwalkers – to be comfortable joining our hillwalkers you really need to be walking the benchmark route in 10 minutes or less. In addition you will expected to ascend steeper gradients, pathless terrain, stream crossings and some entry level, short scramble sections.

On today’s walk in Glen Quaich, Corbenic resident, Alasdair completed his 1000th hillwalking kilometre. As the first in the group to pass this amazing milestone, Alasdair received a well-earned round of applause from his fellow walkers.

The 1000km have included some tough terrain, wild weather and 36747m of ascent – more than 4 times the height of Everest. Well done Alasdair!

Walking records start for Alasdair on 3 July 2024. In just two years, he has attended 89 Wednesday walks to achieve the 1000km. Walking in all seasons, walks have included ten unique Munro ascents. On one occasion Alasdair and the group summited 3 Munros in a day!

Today’s walk, to Meall nam Eanchainn from Glen Quaich, was 17km with 728m of ascent. Although not a Munro, it was tougher than many higher hills. On the hill we met Sam, who works on the estate. He was driving past on his ATV to do some essential repairs. He was very impressed with the speed the group walk.

The gallery features photos from a few of the 89 trips. Well done again Alasdair

Today our newest walking group had their first outing. The new group fills the gap between the genteel Thursday Ramblers and the hardcore Wednesday Hillwalkers

Walkers from both Day Service and residents went on a full day walk exploring the former railway tunnels on an old railway line on a very hot and sunny day.

The route followed the line of Inverkeithing to Bridge of Earn North British railway. The section used is known as the Glenfarg Line. The engineering involved in creating this line was considerable. Nowadays, the abandoned track bed provides a little known, shaded stroll, with two curving tunnels to provide some adventure. Ideal for a baking hot day.

On the outward journey the walkers used headtorches for the dark tunnel which curves to an unseen exit. The first tunnel is slightly longer at 480m but straighter. The second tunnel is 450m and curves more, so is darker. In the middle of the second tunnel one can see light fore and aft but not the actual opening.