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Dunfermline and West Fife Group

We are the Dunfermline and West Fife 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

A circular walk via the Darn Road on good tracks and minor roads, returning by Dykedale Wood, Glen Road to Bridge of Allan. Some paths are rocky and uneven. Uphill section to Dykedale Wood passing Dunblane Hydro Hotel.

Saturday, 9 December 2023
Meeting time:
10:00 am
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.6km / 7.2mi
Ascent:
190m / 623ft
Type:
circular

Local grade: C+                     OS map: 57

Care required crossing a dual carriageway. Paths may be muddy. Lookout for stray golf balls while passing golf course.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 09810 87761
Nearest postcode:
KY12 7QH
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Meeting time:
10:00 am

Leys Park Road Car Park, Dunfermline

Starting point

Grid reference:
NN 78100 01401
Nearest postcode:
FK15 0AW
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Start time:
11:00 am

Dunblane; The Haining car park at Dunblane Cathedral

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