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Forfar Path Network
Forfar lies in the heart of Angus, surrounded by the rich farmland of Strathmore. One thousand years ago Strathmore was a vast inhospitable area of bogs, lochs and scrub, and Forfar was one of the few crossing points. It was an important residence of Scottish Kings, with a Royal Castle on the shores of Forfar Loch. Forfar became a Royal Burgh in the 12th century but remained a small town until the 17th and 18th centuries, when farming expanded and huge quantities of flax were produced. Osnaburg cloth from Forfar’s mills was exported to America and the West Indies. The paths on he path network (well signposted around town) are a great way to explore the countryside around Forfar.
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Forfar DD8 1AZ, UK
My favourite walks are right here in my home town. Forfar has miles and miles of path network around it and you can do just a little bit or pack a lunch and head out for the day. Most of the walking routes allow for a lot of off lead time and are well fenced in so its nice and safe. The changing seasons allow for the walks to be different every time and the views over the area are lovely.
Here''s what my Mooma has to say about it - We love the Forfar path network for a local walk, nice safe routes either on fenced in pathways or along quite country roads. There are poo bins dotted along the way too. The routes are all well signposted so you know how long the paths are and where they lead to. Brilliant.