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Kirkton (Half day walk)

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Overview

To the Wellington Bridge then the river Nith and upstream. Back to Kirkton via Carzfield and the war memorial. Paths and country roads.

Sunday, 22 March 2026
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
30.5m / 100ft
Type:
circular

Maps  Lr78  Ex 321

Features

  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NX 97500 75801
Nearest postcode:
DG1 2LB
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Brooms road car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
NX 97500 81501
Nearest postcode:
DG1 1WD
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Start time:
9:45 am

Kirkton

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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