An enjoyable short walk with both a riverside section and a short climb up Mulloch Hill offering good views around Dalry. Even after several days of rain the path was generally easy going with only one or two short muddy sections. Note that I did not pick up the right quad trail on the way… Continue reading Mulloch Hill
Author: Keith Heron
Sanquhar, Heuksland and Coo Wynd
An easy walk mainly along very quiet country lanes and short section of the Southern Upland Way. The descent to Coo Wynd could be a bit tricky if the ground is wet but otherwise it is all good under foot. I’m sure there are better views to be enjoyed on a clearer day than when… Continue reading Sanquhar, Heuksland and Coo Wynd
Sanquhar Historic Walk
Despite the fact that I walked this route on a grey January day there was still plenty of interest for a short walk around the town. I don’t imagine that there are still copies of the leaflet available in any of the shops and the tollbooth museum was closed so I no doubt missed out… Continue reading Sanquhar Historic Walk
Durisdeer Well Path
Sometimes when doing these Core Path walks it is difficult to stick to the prescribed route as other walks or extensions to the main route look so tempting. This walk up a glen between steep hillsides is one of those and I will be returning to take the path up Black Hill. That shouldn’t put… Continue reading Durisdeer Well Path
Potholm and Castle Hills
The extensive damage from Storm Arwen was very evident when we walked this route in January 2022, although the main trail has been cleared so the fallen trees don’t affect the walk. Sadly the cloud base was fairly low on the day so we weren’t able to enjoy the views from the top of Potholm… Continue reading Potholm and Castle Hills
Castle Point
On a nice day this short walk from Rockcliffe is a delight, with views over the estuary to Rough Isle, Almorness and Bengairn in the background. At Castle Point you will find an orientation table indicating what you can hope to see if the weather is clear. You can of course continue along the cliffs… Continue reading Castle Point
Muckle Walk
18 months after Storm Arwen caused widespread disruption at the end of November 2021 the route suggested by the D&G guide is still impassable. The forest tracks are all cleared, but the path section from the track up to the top of Mark Hill is still blocked. However with a little effort it is still… Continue reading Muckle Walk
Portpatrick to Lighthouse
A circular walk is usually preferable to a ‘there and back again’ route. But not always. The first section of this walk along the coastal path from Portpatrick to the lighthouse is very enjoyable, with good views over the town and across the North Channel to Ireland. Shipping works its way from Cairnryan to Larne… Continue reading Portpatrick to Lighthouse
The Parks
An easy stroll along the banks of the Nith with some historic landmarks including Castledykes Park. Some of the landmarks mentioned in the route description have changed or disappeared altogether but the walk is easy to follow. Don’t miss one of the last remains of Dumfries’ industrial past on the opposite bank from the car… Continue reading The Parks
Balcary to Rascarrel
If you suffer from vertigo then this probably isn’t the walk for you as the first section involves some narrow paths along the top of cliffs and steep banks, but if you dare it you are rewarded with some dramatic views particularly out to Hestan. I completed the full loop but you won’t miss much… Continue reading Balcary to Rascarrel