This week saw P2 setting out on their hike around the Pentland Hills Circuit. The clouds were covering our first destination which was Turnhouse Hill so we set off in relatively cool temperatures. The sun, however, soon burnt away the clouds and it was a relief when we reached the shade of the trees after a steep and hot climb. After a brief snack and refreshing drink we set off again with renewed energy.

The summit of Carnethy Hill was a daunting prospect as it came into view but we stepped out determined to reach its dizzy height despite the sun turning on the heat. We finally reached the summit and were grateful for the cooling breeze that greeted us and the chance to sit down and rest our weary legs. We gathered speed on the descent and finally reached our lunch spot beside Logan Burn dipping our tired feet in the cool waters of the stream and having lots of fun together.

The long road stretching endlessly beside the Loganlea and Glencorse reservoirs offered a further challenge but the children showed great resilience and kept on walking in cheerful spirits determined to reach their goal. Not a moan was heard from anyone. After five hours of relentless walking a small band of weary children arrived back at Flotterstone car park with smiling beams on their tired faces. They were so proud of themselves and what they had achieved. Well done, P2!