Access to Hutton's Section and Hutton's Rock (ranger led)

Historic Environment Scotland Ranger Service

See up close the rock formations that inspired James Hutton to re-think the formation of the Earth and kickstart the science of geology!

Hutton's Section

Hutton's Section & Hutton's Rock access: 11th June

Celebrate the tricentenary of pioneering geologist, James Hutton, by visiting the rock formations that inspired his revolutionary theories about the formation of the Earth and the processes that shape it. Access is ranger-led.

Event: Access to Hutton's Section and Hutton's Rock.Duration: 1 hour - Please arrive on the hour stated. Late arrivals may not be granted access.Meeting Place: Gates to Radical Road/Hutton's Section. Please see map below.Description: Come and see up close the famous rock formations that inspired pioneering geologist, James Hutton, to celebrate the tricentary of his birth. Rangers will be on hand to provide access and information about how these rock formations inspired Hutton to re-think the age of the world and the processes that shape it.Age: May not be suitable for children under 8 years.Grade: EasyRoute: Hutton's Section, Radical Road, Hutton's Rock.Bring: Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear with good grips. A snack and a drink.Toilets: Toilets are available at the Holyrood Park Education Centre (EH8 8HG). No toilets on the walk itself.Parking: Broad Pavement Car Park (off Queen's Drive, next to Holyrood Palace). Parking charges are £1 per hour. Charges apply 08:30 to 17:30 Monday to Friday (except Public Holidays). Parking is free for Blue Badge holders. <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/55%C2%B057'03.9%22N+3%C2%B010'09.8%22W/@55.9510734,-3.170878,136m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d55.9510833!4d-3.1693889?entry=ttu" title="https://www.google.com/maps/place/55%C2%B057'03.9%22N+3%C2%B010'09.8%22W/@55.9510734,-3.170878,136m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d55.9510833!4d-3.1693889?entry=ttu" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">55°57'03.9"N 3°10'09.8"W - Google Maps</a>Road Closures: Holyrood Park roads are closed every Saturday and Sunday.Local roads and car parks may be subject to closures-please contact the Ranger Service for more information. rangers@hes.scot 0131 652 8150Disabled access: The route is not wheelchair accessible.Please contact us if you have any access requirements and we will do our best to adapt the walk accordingly. Please contact the Ranger Service for more information.Dogs: Dogs are not permitted except assistance dogs.Map of meeting point below:

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