Day Walks
May 2013
Tuesday 21st
Evening Walk along River Leven
Easy 5 mile walk along the River Leven between the Clyde at Dumbarton and Loch Lomond at Balloch... show more
Tuesday 21st May 2013
Evening Walk along River Leven
Easy 5 mile walk along the River Leven between the Clyde at Dumbarton and Loch Lomond at Balloch. Flat, relaxing stroll on a perfect footpath.
Wednesday 22nd
Duncolm Ridge
Delightful and easy walk over the three Duncolm hills in the Old Kilpatrick Hills... show more
Wednesday 22nd May 2013
Duncolm Ridge
Delightful and easy walk over the three Duncolm hills in the Old Kilpatrick Hills. A pleasant romp over a grassy ridge of 1000 ft hills overlooking the Clyde.
June 2013
Tuesday 11th
Evening walk around Overtoun House
New walk exploring the countryside around Overtoun House nestled high above Dumbarton in a grassy hollow... show more
Tuesday 11th June 2013
Evening walk around Overtoun House
New walk exploring the countryside around Overtoun House nestled high above Dumbarton in a grassy hollow. We visit the landscaped gardens and also the pastureland rimmed by the spectacular cliffs of the Lang Crags.
Wednesday 12th June 2013
Pappert Hill
Gentle hill walk above Bonhill in the Vale of Leven. We follow a good path along a burn and then through open woodland up to a magnificent viewpoint. From there we look south over the Clyde and north towards Loch Lomond. We complete the circuit as we drop back to Bonhill.
Saturday 15th
Dunkeld and Birnam Hill
Five mile circuit from Birnam takes us from attractive woodland up onto this fine hill overlooking Dunkeld and the Tay Valley... show more
Saturday 15th June 2013
Dunkeld and Birnam Hill
Five mile circuit from Birnam takes us from attractive woodland up onto this fine hill overlooking Dunkeld and the Tay Valley. Buffaloes and Red Indians haunt this route! Excellent paths and magnificent viewpoints. One of my favourite walks. Strongly recommended.
Sunday 16th
West Highland Way: Tyndrum to Inveroran
After an easy short climb the next five miles are on perhaps the best path of the whole Way as we wind between some striking mountains... show more
Sunday 16th June 2013
West Highland Way: Tyndrum to Inveroran
After an easy short climb the next five miles are on perhaps the best path of the whole Way as we wind between some striking mountains. After Bridge of Orchy, a steep climb is followed by a short descent and the final section to the Inveroran Inn on the edge of the Rannoch Moor.
Tuesday 18th
Evening walk in the Hermitage Woods
A circular walk through the woodlands above Stirling University... show more
Tuesday 18th June 2013
Evening walk in the Hermitage Woods
A circular walk through the woodlands above Stirling University. The route gives us great views down to the University, the Wallace Monument and includes a walk around the Loch, a visit to a historic church and a short climb to a magnificent viewpoint.
Wednesday 19th June 2013
Loch Leven
Another route around Loch Leven on the Kinross - Fife border. Starting at the Leven Larder farm shop we follow the path east and south as it snakes around Loch Leven. A very level walk with great views of the hills which circle this loch and its isles.
Saturday 29th
Union Canal: Falkirk to Linlithgow
Beautiful and peaceful eight mile walk along the towpath of the Union Canal... show more
Saturday 29th June 2013
Union Canal: Falkirk to Linlithgow
Beautiful and peaceful eight mile walk along the towpath of the Union Canal. Starting at Falkirk we pass through the Falkirk Tunnel, open farmland and Polmont, then cross over the magnificent Avon Aqueduct before we reach Linlithgow. A very straightforward and pleasant trek.
Sunday 30th
Ben Nevis Charity Walk Weekend for Ronald MacDonald House, Yorkhill Childrens Hospital
Your chance to climb Scotland's mightiest mountain and help a good cause... show more
Sunday 30th June 2013
Ben Nevis Charity Walk Weekend for Ronald MacDonald House, Yorkhill Childrens Hospital
Your chance to climb Scotland's mightiest mountain and help a good cause. We drive up to Fort William on Saturday evening, have Dinner, Bed + Breakfast there and then climb Ben Nevis on an excellent path the next day.
July 2013
Saturday 13th
Ronald MacDonald Millport charity walk
10 mile walk around the isle of Cumbrae... show more
Saturday 13th July 2013
Ronald MacDonald Millport charity walk
10 mile walk around the isle of Cumbrae. Easy walking on lanes, country roads and beaches. Fundraising target to be announced. Come and join in a fun family day. A shorter version of the walk is possible for those not wanting to do the complete trek. Refreshments provided at the end of the walk in Millport.
Sunday 14th
Meall nan Tarmachan
This landmark Munro above Killin is part of the fine Tarmachan Ridge which, weather permitting, we would hope to traverse... show more
Sunday 14th July 2013
Meall nan Tarmachan
This landmark Munro above Killin is part of the fine Tarmachan Ridge which, weather permitting, we would hope to traverse. Starting near the summit of the road we climb quickly and quite steeply up onto the summit ridge. There is then the option of following the ridge ... quite narrow in parts ... as it leads over a series of tops before dropping down to a track for the return.
Tuesday 16th
Evening Walk up the Kilpatrick Braes
Starting at Old Kilpatrick we follow a country lane and then a track up the south side of the OK Hills with wonderful views of the Clyde below... show more
Tuesday 16th July 2013
Evening Walk up the Kilpatrick Braes
Starting at Old Kilpatrick we follow a country lane and then a track up the south side of the OK Hills with wonderful views of the Clyde below. We then continue onto Loch Humphrey before an easy descent back to Old Kilpatrick.
Wednesday 17th
Culcreuch Castle + Fintry
From Culcreuch we follow an old track uphill to enjoy the view of Fintry and the Campsies... show more
Wednesday 17th July 2013
Culcreuch Castle + Fintry
From Culcreuch we follow an old track uphill to enjoy the view of Fintry and the Campsies. We then return for an easy walk around the grounds of the oldest inhabited house in Central Scotland. We wander past the pond and then along an estate drive as far as Fintry before returning to Culcreuch Castle.
Saturday 20th
West Highland Way: Inveroran to Kingshouse
10 mile trek across the Rannoch Moor... show more
Saturday 20th July 2013
West Highland Way: Inveroran to Kingshouse
10 mile trek across the Rannoch Moor. This is one of the easiest sections of the Way as we follow an old road across open moorland. Panoramic views abound of the unique Rannoch Moor and the Black Mount Hills. Perfect if you like wide open spaces!
Sunday 21st
Navigation Course I
Beginners level course showing you how to get where you want without getting lost... show more
Sunday 21st July 2013
Navigation Course I
Beginners level course showing you how to get where you want without getting lost. The basics of navigation using maps, compasses and common sense. Lots of fun, practice and not too much theory. An enjoyable way to gain the confidence to find your way around the hills safely. Based near Loch Lomond.
August 2013
Saturday 3rd
Cambuskenneth Abbey and the Wallace Monument
Heritage Trail walk linking Stirling with three of the most historic spots in Scotland ... show more
Saturday 3rd August 2013
Cambuskenneth Abbey and the Wallace Monument
Heritage Trail walk linking Stirling with three of the most historic spots in Scotland ... The Wallace Monument on Abbey Craig, the Old Bridge over the Forth and the now forgotten Abbey of Cambuskenneth situated in one of the loops in the Forth.
Tuesday 6th
Evening Walk around Baldernock and Bardowie
A quiet oasis only miles from Glasgow, this walk on country lanes is through a mix of woodland, pastoral scenery and tiny hamlets... show more
Tuesday 6th August 2013
Evening Walk around Baldernock and Bardowie
A quiet oasis only miles from Glasgow, this walk on country lanes is through a mix of woodland, pastoral scenery and tiny hamlets. Very quiet and relaxing. A perfect antidote to city life.
Wednesday 7th
Kinnoul Hill and the Coronation Road
Seven mile circuit around Kinnoul Hill... show more
Wednesday 7th August 2013
Kinnoul Hill and the Coronation Road
Seven mile circuit around Kinnoul Hill. High above the River Tay and Perth, we follow sections of the ancient route followed by the Scottish kings as they headed to their coronation at Scone. Good paths and glorious views.
Tuesday 20th
Evening Walk to Doon Hill
Easy ascent of this little hill overlooking the Forth as it winds past Aberfoyle... show more
Tuesday 20th August 2013
Evening Walk to Doon Hill
Easy ascent of this little hill overlooking the Forth as it winds past Aberfoyle. Starting in Aberfoyle we take a country lane, then a pleasant path up to the top of 'Fairy Hill' and the 'wishing tree'. Quiet and restful way to end the day.
Wednesday 21st August 2013
Roslin Glen
Enthralling walk in this beautiful glen south of Edinburgh. We will visit Roslin Castle and Chapel, Wallace's Cave, the site of a major Scottish victory in the Wars of Independence and the birthplace of Dolly the Sheep. All this and the outstanding natural beauty of Roslin Glen itself.
Saturday 31st August 2013
Pappert Hill
Easy hill walk above Bonhill in the Vale of Leven. We follow an excellent path along a burn and then through open woodland up to a magnificent viewpoint. From there we look south over the Clyde and north towards Loch Lomond. We complete the circuit by dropping back to Bonhill.