Welcome to the
Monklands Ramblers

We are one of the longest running R.A. clubs in Scotland, and the first Scottish R.A. club on the Internet!
We are based in the Monklands area of Central Scotland in North Lanarkshire, some 12 miles east of Glasgow.

(photo: Dunglass to Dunbar Coastal Walk (18th July’21)

Fit For A Fiv£r!

Club Promotion

due to covid-19 restrictions...

1. We have a limit of 30 on coach. Names on waiting list have priority on next walk,

2. Please note that all passengers must book in advance and not turn up on the day without a confirmed booking. The booking contact will be indicated on the newsletter and may differ from the walk leader. The club uses the booking list to supply social stops with the names and contact numbers for track/trace

3. If you are unable to attend a walk, please let the leader know immediately so that anyone on the waiting list can take your place. There are no charges for cancellations.

4. Confirmation of a place on the walk will only be sent if there are cancellations and a place becomes available

5. Face masks are compulsory during travel. Hand sanitiser will be available when boarding the bus.

6. Morning refreshment stops and evening social stops cannot be guaranteed while restrictions are in place.

Facebook updates

Ben Nevis & Fort William Webcam

The Ben Nevis Webcam is located on the banks of Loch Linnhe, Fort William. The web cam updates every minute and captures fantastic views of Ben Nevis, Fort William, Loch Linnhe and Aonach Mor.

Buachaille Etive More Webcam

Buachaille Etive Mor in Glencoe, Argyll, is one of the most beautiful mountains in Scotland. The picture of it above was taken a short time ago by a camera at the Glencoe Mountain Ski Centre.

Weekend Walks

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✔ Date: Saturday, 31st July ’21

✔ Leader: Ken Paton

✔ Location: Peebles Circuit by Cademuir Hill Fort

✔ Distance: 16 km / 10 Miles

✔ Grade: B (?)

✔ Booking: Please contact Ken Paton on 07711 612520 to book on the walk. Please send a text including your name and pick-up point. All bookings will be acknowledged with a confirmation text although may not be immediate, so please be patient.

✔ Price: £10 (discounted price will finish at the end of July), £5 (Fit for a Fiver Promo for first time walkers with our club). Please ensure you have exact change to avoid any monetary exchange contact.

✔ Meeting Location: First pick is in Coatbridge Time Capsule at 8.30am, followed by Airdrie in the Aldi Car Park (opposite Airdrie Rail Station) ()

✔ Extra Info: WalkHighlands | Scotland Off The Beaten Track | Undiscovered Scotland

Map of Location

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Easter Weekend (15 – 18 April 2022)

Accommodation:

The club’s Easter weekend 2022 will be at the Royal Hotel, Oban
Friday 15 to Monday 18 April 2022 (3 nights dinner, bed & breakfast)

Prices are:

✔ £55 pppn plus £20 pppn for single room supplement; £35 pppn sole occupancy supplement for a double/twin;
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✔ £165 per person for the 3 nights DBB sharing a twin/double room (£55 pppn);
✔ £225 per person for the 3 nights DBB for a single room (£75 pppn);
✔ £270 per person for the 3 nights DBB for sole occupancy in a twin/double (£90 pppn);

In order to secure rooms, please email Christine at cmrambler@talktalk.net asap and advise of your name, number of people and type of room. No deposit is required at the moment, details to follow.

Travel:

Travel by Citylink bus or anyone can make their own way there if preferred. Details to follow on bus prices.