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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.

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Overview

This is a C+ walk which follows the Clyde Walkway from Crossford to Kirkfieldbank, taking in the picturesque village of Nemphlar with elevated views over the Clyde valley. It is 'lollypop shaped' in nature both beginning and ending in Crossford and is mainly flat however there is a gradual climb into the village of Nemphlar. On our recce the Stonebyres Linn (falls) were spectacular - enough to match the ones further into New Lanark. 

 

Saturday, 27 December 2025
Meeting time:
8:45 am
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
14km / 8.7mi
Ascent:
355m / 1165ft
Type:
circular

There are some muddy sections so poles are advised and care must be taken with tree roots and branches.

Parking costs £2.00 for the day

The ascent over the fields to Nemphlar will be taken at a sensible and enjoyable pace

It would be nice to enjoy a coffee/tea together in the Farm Park Cafe before the journey home 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 43946 37470
Nearest postcode:
KA3 7BU
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Meeting time:
8:45 am

East Ayrshire Council Headquarters Car Park, London Road, Kilmarnock. Car sharing at this point

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 83228 46474
Nearest postcode:
ML8 5NJ
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Start time:
10:15 am

On arrival at Crossford, drive over Crossford Bridge and turn right into Clyde Valley Farm Park. Parking is a very short drive and costs £2.00 for the day

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