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Monklands Ramblers

exploring scotland

since 1985

before booking

Numbers on the coach are no longer limited, but it is still essential to 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. A text will be sent back to confirm a booking.

If you are unable to attend a walk, please let the booking contact know immediately. There are no charges for cancellations.

Face masks are no longer compulsory on the coach. This will be up to each individual if they still wish to wear one.

Fit For A Fiv£r!

Future Walk Dates

Saturday, 05 October:

Beinn Dubh and Glen Striddle from Luss

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Scottish mountain Webcams

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 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 Walk

22 September

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Notes:

This is the final walk of the summer programme, please find our new winter programme 2024/25

Morning/Evening Stop:

The morning break will be at the Dobbies Garden Centre Livingston and the evening stop will be at The Foot of the Walk, Wetherspoons in Leith.

Extra Info:

✔ Date: Sunday, 22 September

✔ Leader: Tony Grimason

✔ Location: The Water of Leith Walkway

✔ Grade: B

✔ Distance: 9.5 Miles / 15.3 km

✔ Walk Report:

The Water of Leith Walkway is a linear walk downstream from Balerno to Leith. Our entry point will be via Baberton Loan, off Lanark Road at Juniper Green (EH14 5DE), thereby reducing the length of the walk to 9.5 miles. The path is essentially comprised of pedestrian pathways through woodland, parkland & riverside and is relatively straightforward.

There are numerous stopping points to rest and recuperate en route, whilst passing a few iconic locations. We will stop at the Water of Leith visitor centre café in Slateford for a comfort stop and lunch – which is located 3.5 miles from the start of the walk. Hot & cold snacks/cakes and tea/coffee/soft drinks are available, if required (Visitor Centre » The Water of Leith Conservation Trust).

N.B.There is a 20 station Audio Trail that gives information about the history of the route and the various working mills that used to be located aside the river.

The Audio stations are at approximate 1 km intervals at:
(1) Balerno,
(2) Currie,
(3) Juniper Green,
(4) Spylaw Park,
(5) Redhall,
(6) Bog’s Mill,
(7)Water of Leith Visitor Centre,
(8) Saughton Park,
(9) Roseburn Park,
(10) Bell’s Mills,
(11) Dean Village Pt1,
(12) Dean Village Pt2,
(13) St. Bernard’s Well,
(14) Stockbridge,
(15) Rocheid Path,
(16) St. Mark’s Park,
(17) Bonnington,
(18) Coalie Park,
(19) Sandport Place &
(20) Victoria Bridge.
The Audio Trail can be downloaded to a smart phone from the Water of Leith website

✔ Bus Fare: Bus fare is £15. Exact money is appreciated. New walkers first journey using the bus are able to use our Fit For A Fiver Promo, by paying £5.

✔ Booking: Please contact Pat Rawlinson by text message on 07873 263894 to book on the walk.

Please send a text including your full name and pick-up point. You can only book as an individual or for family or couple bookings. All bookings will be acknowledged with a confirmation text. NB: Please remember to put your pick-up point when sending the text!

✔ Pick-up: First pick-up will be at 8.30am Coatbridge (at the back of the Time Capsule) followed by Airdrie (Farmfoods across from Airdrie Railway station)

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Wednesday Walk

18 September

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✔ Date: 18 September

✔ Leader: Tony Grimason

✔ Location: Strathclyde Park to Carfin via Prospecthill

✔ Grade: C

✔ Meet up: Meet at Coatbridge (ASDA) bus stance at 10.30 a.m. We will catch the 201 Hairmyers bus at 10.38 a.m. alighting at the entrance to Strathclyde Park. We will start the walk @ 11.15 a.m. Walking boots are advisable due to slippy paths in some areas in the forest.

✔ Recce: A linear walk starting from the Water Sports Centre Car Park at Strathclyde Park. From the car park the walk heads out through the forest alongside South Calder Water towards Calder Park, near Motherwell. The walk emerges near the Ravenscraig area before heading up Prospect Hill near Carfin. Great views are offered in all directions including Tinto Hill. The walk will complete in Carfin.

✔ Approx Finish Time: 3 p.m. Return journey to Coatbridge and Airdrie using the 42 bus from New Stevenston. Approx. 6.5 miles

✔ Booking: TEXT the walk leader, Tony Grimason, on 07516238706, No phone calls

1. ONLY CONTACT the walk leader within 2 weeks of the date of a scheduled walk.
2. Maximum number on each walk: 16.
3. Booking is on a first come, first served basis.
4. A reserve list will be created in the event of cancellations.
5. No charge is applied for those participating on these walks.
6. Financial costs associated with transport are at participants own cost.
7. All walks are between 6 and 8 miles, and will be undertaken at a leisurely pace.
8. Appropriate weatherproof clothing and walking shoes/boots & poles recommended.

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Quiz Night (social)

11 October

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Notes:

✔ Date: Friday, 11 October 2024

✔ Location: Coatbridge Indoor Bowling Club

✔ Team: Max of 4 players per team

✔ Starting: 7.30pm (with questions by quizmaster Bill Cushley)

✔ Price: Ticket price of £5 (includes sandwiches and snacks). Bar available.

✔ Contact: Tickets now on sale on all walks. Please email Jackie Wilson at jacquelinewilson117@gmail.com if any tickets required.

Club Meal (social)

11 January

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Notes:

As in previous years, there will be a short walk and meal starting at Largs with the lunch being held at the Willowbank Hotel in Largs, price is £18.50 for 3 courses.

The menu can be adapted to suit individual needs and there will be a pasta dish on for vegetarians who don’t like fish. The full amount for the bus and meal will be advised in due course. A short walk, which is not compulsory, will take place before the lunch.

A £5 deposit will be required.