Beatrice Clugston walk

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Overview

Mainly level walking with some pavements, this is a circular walk round Lenzie and Kirkintilloch to commemorate the work of a Victorian philanthropist, Beatrice Clugston, 1827-1888, who founded both Broomhill and Lenzie Hospitals plus charities that still provide help.

Saturday, 21 September 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 11km / 6.8mi
Ascent:: 113m / 371ft
Type:: circular

This walk is approximately 11 kms (6.5 miles) long with a total ascent of 113 metres. It briefly follows the Bothlyn Burn and Forth and Clyde Canal.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
No car needed
Pushchair friendly
No Stiles
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: NS 65492 71864
Nearest postcode:: G66 5AA
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet on the south (Glasgow direction) side of the station at the car park

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