Forty years of ‘footslogging’ to produce book of historic Forfar walks Walks around Balmashanner Hill in Forfar are included in a new book. Sign up for our newsletter and let our nostalgia team take you on a trip back in time Thank you for signing up to our Nostalgia newsletter. Something went wrong - please try again later. Sign Up Angus historian Alex Whyte has taken a trip down memory lane to produce a book exploring “lost” Forfar walks. Gayle Ritchie finds out more. Nestled deep in the heart of Strathmore, Forfar is a walker’s paradise. Whether a short stroll or a huge hike, the town boasts trails galore and is perfectly placed for exploring the Angus countryside.