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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

Overview

Modest circular walk in Gleniffer Braes over mixed terrain starting from  Robertson Car Park  (PA2 8UL) which is the main car park. Killoch Hill will NOT be climbed, which the high walkers will do.

Walk is  of a mixed terrain of forest paths, some surfaced paths, open spaces and gentle hills. Farmland can be very boggy in places , gaiters may be advised if wet

Saturday, 19 August 2023
Meeting time:
8:00 am
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10km / 6.2mi
Ascent:
300m / 984ft
Type:
circular

This 'C' level walk will start with the high group but miss out Killoch Hill. An optional add-on at the end is available at the groups' choice. the walk is approximately 10K plus the optional 3K add-on.

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 65324 73403
Nearest postcode:
G66 1XQ
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Meeting time:
8:00 am

Southbank Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 45453 60644
Nearest postcode:
PA2 8UL
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Start time:
9:00 am

Robertson Car Park (Car Park in the sky)

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