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Strathkelvin Group

We are the Strathkelvin 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
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Overview

Pleasant Hike in the Kilpatrick Hills.

Hopefully Allowing some Great Views Down the River Clyde, Across the City of Glasgow,

Local -Dumbarton Castle & Surrounding Area.

 

Saturday, 1 March 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
375m / 1230ft
Type:
circular

Starting from Overtoun House car park we have a gradual Climb to Doughnot Hill,

From here we descend to Black Linn Reservoir, loop around the side of Brown Hill to take us to the path along the edge of Lang Craigs. Then returning to the finish at The Grand Scottish Baronial Manor of Overtoun House.

(Cafe/loo's Available)

Muddy Areas in places (Slippy) :- Waterproof Boots and Gaiters if you have them, would be a good choice for a More Enjoyable walk :-)

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 65342 73412
Nearest postcode:
G66 1XQ
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Arrange leaving times and passengers via group Whatsapp chat.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 42468 76149
Nearest postcode:
G82 2SH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Overtoun House Car 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