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Kilsyth circular via Balcastle Farm and Colzium

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Overview

Walking from Kilsyth via Balcastle and High Line to Colzium. This is an uphill route, paths can be muddy and uneven

To book your place text Alex  on 07999 514095 and remember to include your name.

Booking from 6pm Tues 3 June

Tuesday 10 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
12:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
100m / 328ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 71472 78005
Nearest postcode:
G65 9JE
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at 10.00 in car park adjacent to Kilsyth Swimming Pool, 1 Airdrie Rd Kilsyth G65 9JE Bus 435, check timetables

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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 £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE