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Kilmarnock & Loudoun Group

We are the Kilmarnock & Loudoun 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

Overview

The walk passes through a mixture of woodland with occasional open views to the Galloway Hills and to the Doon Valley and returns walking alongside the River Doon.

The walk follows an old road initially tarmac, then unsurfaced into Craigengillan Estate. The return is made on footpaths and latterly the tarmac access road into the estate.

Unfortunately both coffee shops in Dalmellington close on Sundays!

Chris Lee, Walk Leader 07821 671443 will meet the group at Dalmellington.

Sunday, 5 October 2025
Meeting time:
11:00 am
Start time:
12:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
70.1m / 230ft
Type:
circular

There are no styles to cross. Care should be taken crossing public roads at the start and finish of the walk. Care should also be taken on the access road as it is used by vehicles involved with the estate. The verges are wide enough to avoid any vehicles. As some parts of the route are wet boots advisable , and poles if used.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 43947 37469
Nearest postcode:
KA3 7BU
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Meeting time:
11:00 am

East Ayrshire Council Headquarters 95 London Road Kilmarnock KA3 7BU for car sharing leaving at 11am prompt

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 47648 05957
Nearest postcode:
KA6 7SJ
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Start time:
12:00 pm

Car Park at Dalmellington Community Centre, 38 Ayr Road, Dalmellington Distance from Kilmarnock: 30 miles

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