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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
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Overview

A walk out from Dunblane along farm tracks and side roads, then through the grounds of Kier House towards Bridge of Allan, and then back through the bluebell woods to Dunblane. Those wanting a shorter walk could take the train back from BofA to Dunblane (which would make the walk about six miles).

Mostly on very good paths and trails, with the odd steep and potentially muddy part. A couple of relatively good stiles to clamber over. We'll avoid the Darn Road as the recent weather has made it less than pleasant, but the much drier detour through farmland and the grounds of Kippenross House is just as nice.

Bluebells not guaranteed - but on 15 April they were just starting to flower, so cross your fingers

Saturday, 27 April 2024
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:50 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
243.8m / 800ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 65314 73408
Nearest postcode:
G66 1XQ
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Southbank car park in Kirkintilloch

Starting point

Grid reference:
NN 78284 00994
Nearest postcode:
FK15 0LA
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Start time:
9:50 am

Park on the old dual carriageway in Dunblane near the police station (or meet us near the police station if coming by train)

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