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South End Loop

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Overview

9.45 bus from Guildford Square to Kilchattan. Walking up the track and grassy slopes behind St Blanes house and continuing past Kelspoke Castle before cutting up onto the ridge above Glen Callum and walking back along the ridge to Kilchattan. Moderate walk, about 6 miles/3hour walk.

Saturday, 25 October 2025
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 08908 64723
Nearest postcode:
PA20 9AG
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Start time:
9:45 am

09.45am bus south from Guildford Square to Kilchattan

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