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We are the Glasgow Ramblers. If you enjoy walking or want to give it a try come and join us.

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
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Overview

Part 2 - Govan to Shawlands

If you would like to join this walk please book anytime from Thursday 21st November, which is two weeks before the walk. If you’ve not had a response within a couple of days please check your junk mail.

This section of the walk starts at Govan Subway Station then goes to the Graving Docks, past Ibrox Stadium, up to the House of an Art Lover, through Bellahouston Park, to Pollok Park and then to Shawlands.

The return into Glasgow can either be by bus down Pollokshaws Road or from Crossmyloof Railway Station.

There are plenty of cafes and pubs in Shawlands for a refreshment following the walk.

Thursday, 5 December 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

The Commonwealth Walkway is a route around Glasgow, connecting 35 of the city’s main highlights in one action-packed walk.

The Walkway – created by The Outdoor Trust – starts at City Chambers in George Square, with further key waypoints on the route including the cathedral, canal, Kelvin River, Botanical Gardens, Riverside Museum, House for an Art Lover, Pollok Park, Queen’s Park and the Commonwealth Games venues to the east of the city, including the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 55479 65710
Nearest postcode:
G51 2YL
what3words:
drank.tight.error
Start time:
10:00 am

Govan Subway Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NS 56882 61784
Nearest postcode:
G41 3NY
what3words:
taken.earth.breath
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Shawlands - Pollockshaws Road at Minnard Road

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