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The picturesque Scottish hill walk that ends at pub with ‘perfect’ Sunday roast

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The picturesque Scottish hill walk that ends at pub with ‘perfect’ Sunday roast

As we enter the final stretch of May, it is safe to say that summer is on most of our minds.

People all over Scotland will be busy booking holidays both at home and abroad to make the most of the warmer months. Even if you aren’t planning a proper getaway, there is plenty you can get up to across the country this summer.



When the sun is shining, there is nothing that can beat a good old-fashioned hike. No matter where in Scotland you live, there will no doubt be a scenic trail near you that is perfect for an afternoon out.

If you are in need of some inspiration as we approach June, the Daily Record has chosen Dumyat as our latest Walk of the Week. The picturesque hill, which reaches a height of 418 metres, is found towards the west of the Ochil Hills in central Scotland.

Given the hill’s relatively small size, it is not overly steep or difficult to climb. This makes it ideal for a short hike, as it shouldn’t take longer than a few hours in total.

The best place to start if you’re keen to ascend Dumyat is the former spa town of Bridge of Allen, just north of Stirling. You should set out from the Pendreich Forest car park, from which there is a signed footpath that should lead you up the hill.

Once you reach the summit, you will be treated to jaw-dropping views out over Stirling and the surrounding area. You can enjoy a well-earned snack at the peak, but don’t fill up too much as there is a “delicious” gastropub waiting for you back in Bridge of Allen.


After you’ve taken some incredible snaps at the peak of Dumyat, make your way down to the renowned Westerton Arms pub. Here, you can enjoy a freshly made sandwich or even a Sunday roast as a reward.

Read on for some photos of Dumyat that will convince you it is worth a hike as we enter the summer months. You can also check out our previous Walks of the Week below:

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Dumyat may be a relatively small hill on paper, but that doesn’t mean climbing it is a cakewalk. While it may look equal parts daunting and impressive from below, the views from the top are absolutely worth the hike.

(Image: Photo © Alan Murray-Rust (cc-by-sa/2.0))

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While there is nothing better than a sunny hike, Dumyat looks just as spectacular in rain as it does when it is sunny. Just make sure you wear proper walking boots and bring a waterproof jacket with you.

(Image: Andi Edwards / Getty Images)

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Once you finally reach the peak, the sweeping views out across the Stirling countryside are a worthy reward. Eagle-eyed hikers will even be able to make out the legendary Wallace Monument. If you have binoculars, it is definitely worth bringing them with you.

(Image: Chris Gray / Getty Images)

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At the peak of Dumyat, you will come across this strange-looking structure. It is actually a beacon that was commissioned for the Queen’s Silver Jubilee back in 1977, though is today filled with stones that have been placed by fellow hikers.

(Image: theasis / Getty Images)

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After hiking up Dumyat and back down to Bridge of Allen, you will have more than earned a tasty meal at the Westerton Arms. The traditional pub serves up everything from seafood linguini and steak pie to a special Sunday roast. The latter in particular has been praised by visitors as “delicious” and “perfection” on travel website Tripadvisor, where the Westerton Arms has an average rating of four out of five based on 573 reviews.

(Image: Photo © Mike Pennington (cc-by-sa/2.0))

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