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Eastwood Group

We are the Eastwood 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 circular walk passes high above the picturesque Avon Gorge within the Clyde Valley Woodlands National Nature Reserve.

Well maintained beaten earth and aggregate paths, though steep and potentially muddy in places, especially at this time of year. Several flights of steps.

Saturday, 3 February 2024
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
184m / 604ft
Type:
circular

Gaiter and poles recommended, if you have them.

Planning to go to visitor centre after the walk for refreshments walk.

Local Walk Grade C+/B-

Please inform the leader(s) in advance if you intend travelling by train.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 57331 57622
Nearest postcode:
G76 8NE
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Meeting time:
9:15 am

Clarkston Halls car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 73700 53901
Nearest postcode:
ML3 7UE
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Start time:
10:00 am

Country Park Visitors Centre. PUBLIC TRANSPORT Chatelherault rail station opposite the entrance to the Country Park.

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