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Overview

The waiting list is now full and there is no more space on this walk. 

Walk Description: A really lovely linear walk taking in the best of Stirling and Bridge of Allan while avoiding busy roads as much as possible. We’ll follow quiet paths around the base of Stirling Castle, visit Govan Hill, follow to Stirling Bridge and then climb Abbey Craig through woodland to the Wallace Monument. From there we’ll continue through Hermitage Woods into the University of Stirling grounds for a scenic lochside wander.

We drop into Bridge of Allan where the walk ends. Expect great views, varied terrain and plenty of green space throughout.

Features:
Historic Back Walk path and Stirling Castle
River Forth and Allan Water
Abbey Craig woodland climb
Wallace Monument
Hermitage Woods
University of Stirling loch
Bridge of Allan

Public Transport: we will take 9:08 am train from Queen street station (meet in front of the ticket office 15 minutes before departure). The train arrives at 9:37 am in Stirling. Please note that the return journey is from Bridge of Allan. Purchase a return ticket to Bridge of Allan.

Saturday, 31 January 2026
Start time:
9:37 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16km / 9.9mi
Ascent:
320m / 1050ft
Type:
linear

• One steep climb (Abbey Craig) but not long
• Paths can be muddy, slippery and icy
• Poles recommended
• Café stop possible in Bridge of Allan

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 79733 93606
Nearest postcode:
FK8 2BY
what3words:
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Start time:
9:37 am

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NS 79199 97409
Nearest postcode:
FK9 4ET
what3words:
cracking.clocked.ulterior
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Walk finishes in Bridge of Allan, there are direct trains back to Glasgow.

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