Annan Walking Group

Walk details below or download as a PDF

 

PLEASE NOTE:

• • A register of walkers attending will be taken at the start of the walk.
  • Please follow all safety advice given by the walk leader, including the latest Covid-19 guidelines.
  • Walkers are advised to bring their own hand sanitiser and face coverings.

Walk Leader(s): Eunice Laidlaw 07740 612 520

 

Distance: Approx.4.5 - 5 miles

 

Walk Time: Approx.3 - 4 hours

 

Walk Description: A circular walk around Drumlanrig estate taking in three of the estate lochs. Walking on forest tracks and a wee bit on road – fairly dry underfoot but maybe the odd muddy spot. Some uphill but not steep.

 

Meeting point: Murray Street car park at 9.15 a.m. Mini -bus available. Covid safety measures apply.

 

Travel: Take A76 Kilmarnock road, go through Thornhill and Carronbridge then take a left after about a mile into the estate grounds. Over the Nith bridge then bear right and carry on up to Drumlanrig Castle. Park in main castle car park (no charge for parking as castle is now closed for season).

 

Walk Start Point:10:30am approx. at Drumlanrig Castle Car Park.
Nearest Postcode :- DG3 4AQ / What3Words :- labs.brightens.grocers / Grid Ref :- NX 851 993

 

Toilets: Public toilets in Thornhill.

 

Dogs: Dogs welcome.

 

Refreshments: Bring own snacks, lunch and drinks.

 

Equipment: Usual outdoor gear for time of year.