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Hoddom Castle to Brydekirk (via Woodcockair)

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Overview

Circular walk centred around the Annan River with a steepish ascent up Woodcockair and (if the weather is nice) a trip up to Repentance Tower

Tuesday, 13 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15.4km / 9.6mi
Ascent:
177m / 581ft
Type:
circular

Limited car parking so car sharing is advised. The woods are privately owned so route may be diverted if tree felling is taking place.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 16353 72576
Nearest postcode:
DG11 1BA
what3words:
removing.plums.yours
Start time:
10:00 am

Car park at junction of B723 and B725

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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 £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE