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Cumbernauld & Kilsyth Group

We are the Cumbernauld & Kilsyth 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

This linear walks starts at Butterbridge near the Rest and Be Thankful. It gains height with character on pathless slopes to reach the summit of the Munro Ben Ime. Weather permitting, fantastic 360° views can be had of the entire Arrochar Alps region from the summit. The walk then  descends on the well made Cobbler Path to reach Arrochar.

Sunday, 17 May 2026
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
6:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
10.9km / 6.8mi
Ascent:
819.3m / 2688ft
Type:
linear

Local Walk Grade A

Walk by private bus. Numbers will be restricted.

NOTE:  If you wish to book a place on the bus for this Sunday walk,  please text Hilda - 07879 271650 from 6pm on Monday 11 May 2026, and remember to include your name in text.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Coach trip

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 76120 74382
Nearest postcode:
G67 2LP
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Start time:
9:00 am

***Note Swimming Gala on at Tryst - Car Park at New Town Hall will be busy***.............Travel to start of walk by private bus. Pick up points in Cumbernauld: 8:50am - Craiglinn Roundabout Bus Stop 8:55am - Condorrat Main Road Bus Stop. 9.00 am - Park at car park for Cumbernauld New Town Hall,
Bron Way, Cumbernauld G67 2LP Then make your way to the bus stop on Bron Way (left out car park) (see map) **** Bus back at Cumbernauld approximately 6pm. ****

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NS 76098 74372
Nearest postcode:
G67 1DZ
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Estimated finish time:
6:00 pm

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