We are the Glasgow Ramblers. If you enjoy walking or want to give it a try come and join us.
Marjory Anderson
Beginning at Lanark Railway Station, the walk leads to UNESCO listed New Lanark on tarmac paths, then follows the River Clyde upstream to view the stunning waterfalls; Dundaff Linn, Corra Linn and Bonnington Linn. After crossing at Bonnington Linn, the path winds downstream through woodlands offering beautiful views of the Falls and New Lanark. The return crosses the river at Kirkfieldbank, passes through Castlebank Park and concludes at New Lanark Visitor Centre.
The walk does involve some steep climbs, up and down steps on mostly well maintained paths with some potentially muddy areas and uneven terrain. Walking shoes/boots are therefore recommended.
There is an option to enjoy a shorter walk to Bonnington Linn footbridge, an approx one hour 45 minute round trip that begins and ends at the visitor centre, following the same route there and back. Please note that the return portion of the walk will not be guided by a walk leader but the path is clearly marked.
If you wish to come on the walk you must contact the walk leader by email or text but no more than 2 weeks in advance. Also please provide the leader with a mobile phone number in case arrangements change.
Walkers should not come on the walk if they have any symptoms associated with the Covid virus.
There will be a couple of stops for a snack and lunch. At the end of the walk there will be an opportunity to visit the visitor centre cafe which closes at 4pm.
Meet Louise outside Marks and Spencer Simply Foods Glasgow Central Station ready to catch the 09:21 train to Lanark. Please purchase a return ticket to Lanark. Marjory will join the train at Cambuslang. There are toilets on the train.
The walk starts at Lanark Railway Station and finishes at New Lanark Visitors Centre. At the end of the walk there is an option to take the small bus back to the main train station instead of walking (approx hourly service Mon - Fri). If you are planning to take your car to New Lanark, please be ready to meet the group at 10:45 outside New Lanark Visitor Centre where we shall have a coffee break/toilet stop. The walk will commence at at 11:00 am.
