Esk Walk with Mrs. Horsburgh from Selkirk

Evelyn Horsburgh from Selkirk has attended every Langholm Walking Festival since they started in 2002 and is also a Patron of the Buccleuch Centre. Many months ago she asked me if she could walk the River Esk as she had heard it was particularly attractive. We fixed a date long in advance and today with a friend she headed down to Langholm on the bus from Selkirk to be met by myself, Tom, and John. The weather was good and we were soon at Canonbie and started the 7.5 mile walk back to Langholm.

Mrs. Horsburgh with her friend Heather and John and Tom

A nice view of the River Esk from high up the bank. This walk is very spectacular in places but you do need a guide to help you find the right way.

These were growing out of a dung heap at Hollows Mill. Would appreciate it if somebody could tell me what they are.

The 2 ladies at Hollows Mill Dam

At the end of the walk as we approached Skippers Bridge this lady was seen in the middle of the river netting in the shallows. Not sure who she was or what she was doing but I am sure she was legitimate and not poaching.