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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.

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

Leaders

C Magowan 07914263433

C Stewart     07747151836

Contact ourselves if going direct.

Meet at entrance to cafe (toilets available)start walk around 10am.

Following the Badger trail this is a circular walk.

Beautiful views of falls and wooded area to walk in. There will be 2 breaks on the walk. More views before heading back to the heritage centre.

Risk Assessment 

Very muddy and slippy at some points. A couple of fallen trees to climb over which are low. A Few steep inclines and stairs to negotiate. Poles and gaiters recommended. 

 

Sunday, 4 February 2024
Meeting time:
8:30 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions.

Take A71 Strathaven 

Stay on A71  to Garrion Bridge. Then A72 to Lanark. Drive through Lanark then take A73 for New Lanark. Car Park is at the world heritage site 

Post code Ml11 9DB parking is £3 card payment only. Or very limited free spaces at Hotel car park.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 43947 37548
Nearest postcode:
KA3 7DD
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Meeting time:
8:30 am

Meet at East Ayrshire Council Headquarters, 95 London Road, Kilmarnock. KA3 7DD at 08:30 for car sharing and 08:45 departure

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 88107 42437
Nearest postcode:
ML11 9DB
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Start time:
10:00 am

Take A71 Strathaven Stay on A71 to Garrion Bridge. Then A72 to Lanark. Drive through Lanark then take A73 for New Lanark. Car Park us at the world heritage site Post code Ml11 9DB parking is £3 card payment only. Or very limited free spaces at Hotel car park. Meet at cafe (toilets available)start walk around 10am.

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