Black Girls Hike: Fife Binn Hill Loop

Black Girls Hike: Fife Binn Hill Loop (Moderate)

Saturday 20th September 2025

Meeting time: 10.45am

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance: Approx 4miles

Meeting details: Meeting point will be sent in confirmation email please ensure you check correspondance.

Join us for a beautiful and varied walk from Burntisland town to the top of the Binn hill (standing at 193 metres high). Stunning views of the Lomond hills, Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth. The walk goes along paths through woods, fields and has steep inclines.

Duration: The walk would take 3.5 - 4 hours depending on stoppages. There will be plenty of opportunity on the walk to stop and enjoy the scenery.

Terrain: Moderate - The walk goes along paths through woods, fields and has steep inclines. Some of the path is rocky underfoot and the path is a few metres away from cliff edge at the top.

It is strongly advised to wear the following: Sturdy footwear is recommended, as some paths may be uneven or muddy. Waterproofs, layers, and sun protection may all be needed — conditions can change quickly, so please come prepared. We recommend tucking trousers into socks or bringing insect spray for ticks.

Lunch stop: Please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water.

Toilets:Toilets available at start and end of walk near the meeting point.

Parking: Free parking is availble at the meeting point.

Transport: There are good transport links, the meeting point is a 7 minute walk from the nearest train station.

Important notes:

- Hike is suitable for ages 18+

- No pets allowed on this walk

FAQs

Age: 18+

How much is it? Suggested donation is £5. As a registered non-profit, your support helps our community grow. Enabling us to provide opportunities for Black women across the UK to explore and reconnect with nature. Please read before signing up

Can I come to Black Girls Hike?

As the name suggests, this is a safe space for Black/Mixed Race cis and trans women and non-binary people of Black African and/or Caribbean descent who are comfortable in a space that centres the experiences of Black women. We are not a BAME, POC, BIPOC,WOC, Politically Black or Ally organisation.

●Join our Facebook group to arrange car shares and connect with other hikers –

https://www.facebook.com/groups/452855682259161/ (When requesting to join the FB group, please answer the membership questions)

●You can also use https://www.traveline.info/ or https://tfl.gov.uk/ to plan your route, for car parking check out https://www.parkopedia.com/

*This meet is also not led by qualified Mountain Leader and is therefore not insured; you will be attending at your own risk*

Photo Disclaimer

Please be aware that photos will be taken during the hike. These may be used for promotional purposes, including on our website and social media platforms. If you prefer not to appear in any photos, please inform a member of the team before the hike begins.