Grandad’s Tyneside Cache
The footpath along the bank of the River Tyne from East Linton
to Hailes Castle gives a lovely walk at any time of the year. The
cache has been placed roughly half way between East Linton and the
footbridge near Hailes Castle and can be approached from either
direction. Whichever direction is chosen it is worth taking the
time to enjoy the full walk or, better still, link this cache with
Jack Aubrey’s East Lothian Woodland Walks 3 - Pencraig Wood
(GCT987) - (there is a signposted footpath from East Linton To
Pencraig Hill) - and Marmal’s East Lothian Castles - Hailes
(GCW3AA) to make a circular walk from East Linton.
The walk is particularly recommended in spring when the banks
above the river between East Linton and the new bridge carrying the
A1 over the river are a mass of daffodils and the woodland as you
approach the footbridge near Hailes Castle has a spectacular
display of blossom.
Although the cache is located quite close to the path it should
not be difficult to retrieve discreetly as the path is not heavily
used. However, please check that there are no muggles in sight
before taking out or replacing the cache, and ensure it is well
concealed before leaving. The cache will hold geocoins and small
trade items.
I had been planning this cache for some time but decided to wait
until my grandchildren (who live in California and first introduced
me to geocaching) were here and could get “First to Find”. So sorry
to all those out there who collect FTFs - you won’t get a chance at
this one!
NOTE: There is no access to the cache from the
A1 expressway between Haddington and Dunbar.