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Garabhan Woods and Buchanan Castle

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Overview

Some road walking, woodland paths and paths beside water.

To book your place, text Mathew on 07493 945949 and remember to include your name. 

Booking from 6pm Wed 1 Oct 

Wednesday, 8 October 2025
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13km / 8.1mi
Ascent:
200m / 656ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 47533 88632
Nearest postcode:
G63 0BN
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Start time:
10:15 am

Meet at 10.15am in car park, Stirling Rd, Drymen, near Spar. G63 0BN OS 57 13km asc200m grade C+ return mileage 58 w3w///shocking.furniture.cascade

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE