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Overview

This walk is now fully subscribed. The walk will start at the war memorial in Blanefield below St Kessog church.

We shall walk along Campsie Dene Road and follow the Pipe Path to below Dumgoyne

then drop down to Glengoyne distillery crossing the main road at pedestrian crossing

and picking up part of West Highland Way heading back to Strathblane.

Fairly good paths throughout although could be muddy depending on weather.

Some up down but nothing too difficult.

Saturday, 15 July 2023
Meeting time:
8:55 am
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
168.2m / 552ft
Type:
circular

Those coming by bus will alight at bus stop past Kirkhouse Inn. If coming by car you can park at the Kirkhouse Inn and walk along as we shall be finishing at Kirkhouse Inn.

There is parking at war memorial but limited space. The church allows walkers to park in their car park which is up behind church. They ask for a donation.

Meet at Buchanan Bus Station @ 8.55 to catch X10A to Strathblane @ 9.10

This bus calls in to Milngavie railway station @ approximately 9.48 so provides an alternative for people who prefer to use train. You can also park here. The leader will join the group on the bus here.

Please note there is only one bus an hour @ 8 minutes past the hour on return.

If we have time at the end those who wish could have refreshment at either Kirkhouse Inn or Wilson’s cafe. 

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NS 59167 65879
Nearest postcode:
G2 3NW
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baking.tanks.lamps
Meeting time:
8:55 am

Meet at notice board Buchanan Street Bus Station

Starting point

Grid reference:
NS 55480 79892
Nearest postcode:
G63 9BN
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dance.lunges.mistaking
Start time:
10:00 am

War Memorial below St Kessog Church at Campsie Dene Road.

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