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Overview

Walk begins and ends at Summerlee where there are toilet facilities and coffee. We will walk down through Summerlee and out the wrought iron gates on to the canal path. We follow canal path until we enter Drumpellier country park. We make our way round to the visitor centre where there are toilet facilities. We can stop here for refreshments and a snack if needed. We then carry on round the park and retrace our footsteps to Summerlee.

Friday, 21 March 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Walk Leaders: Robin Stewart & Jeanette Bryce

Distance: 4 miles Grade C Circular

Map Ref: OS 343

Terrain: Flat tarmac and woodland paths which could be muddy with fallen leaves.

Boots essential poles optional.

Meet at: Summerlee Main Gate at 10:30 am

Recce completed by: Robin Stewart and Janette Bryce     Date: ????

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 72934 65373
Nearest postcode:
ML5 1QA
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Start time:
10:30 am

Summerlee Museum Main gate. Heritage Way, Coatbridge.

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