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Kilmarnock & Loudoun Group

We are the Kilmarnock & Loudoun Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

This is a pleasant approx. 6.5 mile walk which takes in good tracks and paths within Auchincriuve Estate including woodland areas and also along the river Ayr. The walk  involves a mile of walking on footpaths through Annbank and re-entering Auchincriuve opposite Annbank C of S Church.We then proceed along the Burnside trail back into the Estate.

During the walk we will pass some historic buildings including the Clocktower building,Oswald House,Oswald Bridge,the Wallce and Burns Cairn and Oswald's Temple.

Risk Assessement:

Some paths are mucky and potentially slippy in places from same and also due to wet leaves on the ground. Be mindful of exposed tree roots and fallen branches. There is one fallen tree to get under along the river Ayr path. Poles and gaiters advised.

 

 

 

Saturday, 13 December 2025
Meeting time:
8:45 am
Start time:
9:40 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
30.5m / 100ft
Type:
circular

Meeting arrangements:

Meet at East Ayrshire Council Offices, 95 London Road, Kilmarnock KA3 7BU at 08.45 am for a 9.00am departure.

Walk starting point is at the Walkers and Clocktower carpark in Auchincrive....///thighs.begins.gross-what3words

Travel arrangements:

Take the A77 towards Ayr. At the Whitlets roundabout take the first exit onto the B743 signposted for Mauchline, Mossblown and Auchincriuve. Approx half a mile further on take a right into Auchincriuve Estate. In 200 yards take a left and then in 50 yards take another left into the Clocktower carpark. 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 43947 37469
Nearest postcode:
KA3 7BU
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Meeting time:
8:45 am

95 London Rd, Kilmarnock KA3 7BU, East Ayrshire Council Offices. 08.45 to leave at 9.00am.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 38387 23558
Nearest postcode:
KA6 5HN
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Start time:
9:40 am

Clocktower carpark,Auchincriuve

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking