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Overview

An interesting low level walk starting in Balfron mainly alongside the river Endrick passing Alexander “Greek” Thompson’s home

Local grade C+

Sunday, 28 April 2024
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.6km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
139m / 456ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://balfronheritage.org.uk/alexander-greek-thomson/

Mainly good paths, muddy in places, some road walking and gate to go over distance 6 miles

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 54620 88831
Nearest postcode:
G63 0TH
what3words:
sheepish.sound.rummage
Start time:
10:30 am

Co-op car park in Balfron

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