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Helensburgh & West Dunbartonshire Group

We are the Helensburgh & West Dunbartonshire Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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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
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Overview

Walkers must book in advance with the walk leader

A scenic canal walk, featuring two contemporary Scottish landmarks and a wealth of industrial heritage.

 

Saturday, 24 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
18km / 11.2mi
Ascent:
150m / 492ft
Type:
circular

A walk along the Forth & Clyde Canal from the Helix Park (home of the Kelpies) to the Falkirk Wheel. Returning via the Union Canal and Callendar Park to the Helix Park.

Local Grade: C+

Terrain: Hard surfaced paths throughout. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as boots and gaiters are not necessary.

Max height: 85

Maps covering route of walk: OS Landranger No. 65.

 

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 90395 81437
Nearest postcode:
FK2 9FQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Park in the first car park on the left soon after entering Helix Park, Falkirk. Distance from Helensburgh: 53 miles. Time from Helensburgh: 1 hour 20 minutes. Suggested fuel contribution: £11.00 . Please note we will leave promptly at 10:00.

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