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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.

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

Overview

Bargany is a hidden gem.  It is a much loved family home and private garden which is only ever open to the public each year in the month of May.  This is an ideal opportunity for us to take in the gardens when they are at their very best.  Within the gardens flowering Rhododendrons and Azaleas of every colour abound at this time of year, there is a boating pond, a rock garden and various pagodas and a hidden formal lawn.  In the walled garden look out for trees such as the snake bark maple, tulip trees, Chilean flame trees and Magnolia.

 

Saturday, 17 May 2025
Meeting time:
8:45 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

This will be a relaxed and leisurely walk with some additional time built in to explore on your own, should you wish.  

At the time of writing the weather is looking hot and sunny so please, remember sun screen and a sun hat.  There are no cafe facilities so please remember to bring your usual snack and plenty of water.

Poles may be helpful on certain parts of woodland walks and the rock garden area.

Please note there is a £3.00 entrance fee which can be paid electronically or in cash (Honesty Box).

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Introductory walk
  • No Stiles

Meeting point

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

Meet at East Ayrshire Council Headquarters, 95 London Road, Kilmarnock KA3 7BU for car sharing at 08:45 for a departure at 09:00.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 24314 01013
Nearest postcode:
KA26 9QG
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Start time:
10:00 am

We will leave East Ayrshire Headquarters and travel down the A77 to the roundabout just prior to entering Girvan (next to the Hospital and Boots Chemist). At the roundabout we take the first left and after about 4 miles Bargany Gardens will be signposted on the left. Distance is about 36miles and takes about 45minutes. NOTE There is limited car parking and therefore car sharing is strongly recommended. As always please let the walk leader know if you intend to travel direct to the start point.

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