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West Island Way Northern Loop

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Overview

8.45am bus north from Guildford Square to Port Bannatyne to walk the tramway to the Glenmore Road, which becomes a forest track through the Rhubodach woodlands, the community forest, Windy Hill, Kames Hill, finishing back in Port Bannatyne.

Tuesday, 12 December 2023
Start time:
8:45 am
Estimated finish time:
5:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 08912 64696
Nearest postcode:
PA20 9AG
what3words:
plays.logged.stoppage
Start time:
8:45 am

8.45am bus north from Guildford Square to Port Bannatyne. Return buses every 30 minutes from Port Bannatyne.

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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 £3.42 per month
Register for an account for FREE