We are the Helensburgh & West Dunbartonshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Walkers must book in advance with the walk leader
A relaxing cup of coffee at a local cafe followed by a walk to the remains of an Iron age fort offering views of the Firth of Clyde.
We follow the side of Noddsdale Water, pass Brisbane Mains Farm before ascending The Knock, the site of the hill fort. We return to the west onto Routeburn Road back into Largs.
Local Grade: C+
Terrain: There is about 4 km of paved surface on paths and lanes. The farm track and hill paths are very muddy with a few boggy sections. The ascents and descents are quite long but gradual.
Max height: 217m
Maps covering route of walk: OS Landranger No. 63.
Largs Promenade car park - 200m north of ferry terminal. Parking charges apply. Distance from Helensburgh: 45 miles. Time from Helensburgh: 1 hour 10 minutes. Suggested fuel contribution: £9.00 Please note we will leave promptly at 10:00.
