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Route Summary
This is a new challenge completing Cairnsmores of Carsphairn, Dee and Fleet, as three linear walks in one day. A dedicated minibus and driver makes this possible and through the permissions of landowners much of walking on roads can be reduced but it is still a huge day and only for those who are accustomed to long walks and capable of 2500 metres of ascent. The adventure starts by climbing Cairnsmore of Carspahairn from Knockgray desending to Moorbrock. The second ascent Cairnsmore of Dee is from the A712 over some rough ground for 3km to a forest road leading to Clatteringshaws Visitor Centre where refreshments are available. The final Cairnsmore attack point is further along the A712 at the Red Deer Range where another forest road gives access to Millfore, Meikle Multaggart and the last haul to the top of Cairnsmore of Fleet. An easy 6km descent on the path leads to the finish at the car park.
Maps OS Explorer 328 and 319

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Transport
Registration 06:30
Bus leaves Dashwood Square 07:00
Return to Dashwood Square 19:00

Walk Leader
TBC (Galloway MRT)

Route Summary
This combines the Buchan and Dungeon ridges with the bonus of Mullwharchar as an example of true wild pathless Galloway, but the views into the desolation of the eastern flank of the Merrick make the effort worthwhile. The circular route starts at Loch Trool with a steep climb to the top of Buchan Hill, along the ridge past the Grey Man to Loch Enoch and another steep climb to Mullwharchar. A short descent to Pulskaig Burn, another climb to Dungeon Hill, past the Nick of the Dungeon and the last top Craignaw is approached over the Deil's Boolin Green. The descent is by a ridge that goes to Mid Burn where a path leads past Loch Valley and down the Gairland Burn to the forest road back to Loch Trool.
Map OS Explorer 318

Route Summary
This is yet another approach to access the Awfu Hand Range and culminate in climbing the Merrick. The start is at the David Bell Memorial at Rowantree Toll then along the road to the derelict Shalloch farm with a feeling of openness in the wide valley. By contrast the next section goes through the forest alongside the tumbling Shalloch Burn then a forest ride leads to a 2km leg up the steep westerly slope of Shalloch on Minnoch from where the views to the Arran hills and beyond are quite stunning. The route now turns southerly over Tarfessock, a mild scramble up Kirriereoch and the final climb up the Little Spear to the second Corbett of the day, the Merrick. The final 6km follow the normal path back to Loch Trool.
Map OS Explorer 318

Route Summary
This was a favourite a couple of years ago and is ideal for those wanting a remote walk without big distances or ascents. The start is at Rowantree Toll and the route goes in a clockwise direction passing Rowantree Hill, Craigenreoch, Polmaddie Hill, Pinbreck Hill swinging northerly over Changue and lastly Haggis Hill. The walk is completed descending into the valley rejoining the road and the pick up north of the Witches Bridge NX342931.
Map OS Explorer 317

Transport
Registration 06:30
Bus leaves Dashwood Square 07:00
Return to Dashwood Square 14:00

Walk Leader
TBC (Galloway MRT)

Route Summary
Keith Ratcliffe's instructional photographic walks have proved so popular in previous Walkfests that we are again offering the opportunity to learn from an expert in outdoor photography. Join Keith in the Wood of Cree where he will explain and demonstrate the techniques that will enable you to improve your skills with the camera. Keith spent time last year looking for a location and has chosen the Wood of Cree as it offers a variety of situations that will enable you practise what you will learn during the day.
Map OS Explorer 319

Route Summary
This walk in the company of the farmer gives an insight to the workings of a typical Galloway upland farm, past and present, where livestock rearing is combined with the care of habitats including a bluebell glen. The route follows farm tracks across moorland and through fields offering spectacular views over Wigtown Bay, Cairnsmore of Fleet and the Galloway Hills and visits sites of historical and archaeological interest. The circular walk starts at Carsluith hall to Daffin, California, Cambret, Bagbie and back to the car park. Distance: 10km Ascent: 200 metres Difficulty: Moderate Cost: £10 Registration: From 11-00 Bus Leaves 11-30 Returns 16-00 Map OS Explorer 311

Route Summary
We have added on a new section to a walk that has been popular in previous Walkfests to make a longer and more interesting linear route. The start follows the road to Innerwell Fishery following the coastal path southerly past Eggerness to the delightful village of Garlieston. The route then goes through the gardens of Galloway House along the coast to Cruggleton Castle and a short section through fields to be picked up on the main road. The constant views of sea and the background of distant hills make a superb coastal walk quite special.
Map OS Explorer 311

Route Summary
By popular demand this walk is repeated to allow those who missed it last year to savour the delights of this coastal gem. The route is a clockwise circuit of the Almorness peninsula following a series of roads and paths through varied varied landscape with enchanting sea views evoking the smuggling history of the Solway. The highest point Moyl provides a panorama including Hestan Island and the Lakeland Fells while the woodlands and the fields are home to an abundance of wildlife. The start is from the quaint village of Palnackie.
Map OS Explorer 313

Transport
Registration 08:30
Bus leaves Dashwood Square 09:00
Return to Dashwood Square 17:00

Walk Leader
TBC