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Strathkelvin Group

We are the Strathkelvin 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
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Overview

A linear walk from West Kilbride to Largs via Glentane Hill and Kaim Hill.

The earlier part of the walk over these two hills provides excellent views over the Firth of Clyde where the islands of Bute, Great Cumbrae and Little Cumbrae can be seen in the near distance.  Further out, and given good weather visibility, the island of Arran may also be seen.

The later part of the walk is on good forest track down Fairlie Glen and then on good grass track from Fairlie Castle to Kelburn Estate.  After crossing the A78 to Largs Yacht Haven the route then follows the promenade all the way to Largs.

It is planned to have fish and chips in Largs prior to returning home.

 

 

Saturday, 22 June 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
15km / 9.3mi
Ascent:
450m / 1476ft
Type:
linear

The section over the two hills can be wet and boggy in places.  Poles and gaiters are recommended and waterproof boots are essential.

By Car) Free car parking is available at West Kilbride Station.

By Train) Depart Glasgow Central for West Kilbride at 08:45 arriving 09:37.

Buy a return to Largs and disembark at West Kilbride.

Trains from Largs to Glasgow Central depart at 07 minutes past every hour.

Bus Passes cannot be used at ticket machines.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 20837 48415
Nearest postcode:
KA23 9AN
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Start time:
10:00 am

West Kilbride Railway Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NS 20312 59300
Nearest postcode:
KA30 8AN
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Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm

Largs Railway Station

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