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Multi Start Point - Bruces Stone Car Park,
Loch Trool -
NX 415 804 - [ Find
it with MultiMap ]
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The
Rhinns of Kells
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Distance: 21km (13 miles)
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Cost: £5.00
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Ascent: 1100m
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Ref: 1-1
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Route Summary
A classic high level ridge walk
traversing one of the most popular
walking routes in south west Scotland.
This is a challenging but extremely
rewarding day on the hills with
fine, rugged views.
Comment - Intended for
fit regular walkers |
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Merrick
via the Buchan Ridge
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Distance: 14.5km (9
miles)
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Cost: £2.00
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Ascent: 960m
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Ref: 1-2
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Route Summary
An alternative and interesting
ascent of southern Scotland's
highest peak. The stunning views
across Loch's Valley, Neldricken
and Enoch are a taster of what's
to follow from Merrick summit.
Comment - Fairly strenuous,
but rewarding and worth the effort |
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Range
of the Awful Hand
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Distance: 17.5km (11
miles)
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Cost: £4.00
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Ascent: 1072m
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Ref: 1-9
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Route Summary
An additional walk which was hugely
popular in '05. A fantastic traverse
of the famous range of hills including
the Merrick. This is one of the
best walk routes in the south
west.
Comment - Strenuous,
with a long ridge giving wonderful
views. |
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The
Minnigaff Hills
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Distance: 17km (11 miles)
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Cost: £2.00
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Ascent: 940m
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Ref: 1-3
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Route Summary
A wonderful venture into the often
forgotten Minnigaff Hills. Ascend
Curlyee and enjoy the traverse
of the Nick of Curlywee, Lamachan
and Larg before returning to Loch
Trool via Mulldonnoch.
Comment - Mainly rough
hillside, some mild exposure |
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Knowe
to Loch Trool
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Distance: 19km (12 miles)
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Cost: £4.00
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Ascent: 360m
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Ref: 1-4
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Route Summary
The Southern Upland Way celebrated
21 years in 2005 and this walk
follows the section of the 212
mile long distance trail from
Knowe Village to Bruce's Stone
over looking Loch Trool.
Comment - Paths and
tracks along the entire route |
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Loch
Trool Circular
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Distance: 8km (5 miles)
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Cost: £2.00
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Ascent: 280m
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Ref: 1-5
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Route Summary
Enjoy stunning views over Loch
Trool and immerse yourself in
the history of this beautiful
corner of Galloway. Learn about
Robert the Bruce, the Battle of
1307 & Scottish Independance.
A family walk.
Comment - A great day
out for anyone who enjoys the
outdoors |
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Knockman
Wood
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Distance: 5km (3 miles)
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Cost: £2.00
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Ascent: 122m
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Ref: 1-6
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Route Summary
Explore the ancient woodlands,
immerse yourself in the history
of the area and enjoy splendid
views over Newton Stewart and
beyond. If you enjoy a woodland
walking then this is ideal for
you.
Comment - Ideal for
archeology and wildlife enthusiasts
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Water
of Trool
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Distance: 7km (4.5 miles)
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Cost: £2.00
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Ascent: 115m
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Ref: 1-7
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Route Summary
A pleasant waymarked walk starting
from Stroan Bridge Visitor Centre.
This is a family walk with an
interpretation quiz included for
the children. Great fun &
full of interest for all.
Comment - Great fun
for the kids, great scenery for
mum & dad |
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Newton
Stewart Town Walk
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Distance: 7km (4.5 miles)
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Cost: £2.00
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Ascent: N/a
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Ref: 1-8
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Route Summary
The popular town walk offers locals
& visitors the chance to immerse
themselves in the history &
character of the market town of
Newton Stewart. Explore corners
you might not realise exsisted.
Comment - Our historian
really knows his territory |
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Walk Gradings
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Very strenuous - a mountain
adventure
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Strenuous - open hillside
with some steep sections
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Moderate - a combination of
paths and open hillside
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Easy/Moderate - generally
paths and forest tracks
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All inclusive - suitable for
all, wheelchairs and buggies
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NOTE - The organisers reserve the right
to alter the walk routes or schedule without
notification. [ More>>
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Maps of Routes - We appreciate the support
of Harveys
Maps who provided the maps for Saturdays
event. The maps for Sunday were obtained by
kind permission from the Ordnance Survey Get-a-Map
Service.
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