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Largs to the Pencil monument

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Overview

10am ferry from Rothesay and bus from Wemyss Bay to Largs to walk along the promenade to the Pencil Monument and back. Time for shopping and a cafe before returning to Rothesay.

Tuesday, 22 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy Access
Distance:
4km / 2.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
http://www.largsonline.co.uk/largsonewwalkparks.html#google_vignette

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 08925 64803
Nearest postcode:
PA20 9AQ
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at Rothesay ferry terminal in time for the 10am ferry to Wemyss Bay but do not purchase tickets until the walk leader confirms that the walk will go ahead.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
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  • 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