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Dumfries & District Group

Dumfries & District Ramblers enable you to enjoy great walks in the local area, the Galloway and Moffat Hills plus the Lake District with a very friendly group.

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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

From Brydekirk along the River Annan to Hoddam Castle and Repentance Tower. Crossing Hoddam Bridge follow the Annandale Way back to start. Riverside tracks and minor roads.

Sunday, 19 October 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:35 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
61m / 200ft
Type:
circular

Maps  Lr 85  Ex 322

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NX 97500 75801
Nearest postcode:
DG1 2LB
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Brooms road car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 18599 70501
Nearest postcode:
DG12 5LS
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Start time:
9:35 am

Brydekirk

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