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Ruthwell Loop

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Overview

A circular walk taking in both the ‘brow well’ (where Burns’ spent his last few days) and the reconstructed Ruthwell Cross.

Tuesday, 3 March 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
99m / 325ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NY 13982 65244
Nearest postcode:
DG12 5QE
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Start time:
10:00 am

Public car park past Powfoot village

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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