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Gillian has been exploring the country since 2016 and is passionate about inspiring you to discover what’s out there and arming you with the skills and knowledge to enjoy our great outdoors with confidence. That’s why she has created a resource jam packed FULL of information to help you choose your next walking route.
If you prefer to walk with a group you’ll LOVE Gillian’s guided walks in Ayrshire. Born and raised in the region, considered an ambassador for walking here, and with over 9 years experience leading groups, you’ll be in safe hands.
Gillian is also a British Nordic Walking Instructor and offers beginners workshops as well as weekly Nordic walks.
Maps, directions, reviews and photos for over 200 walking routes, with a special focus on Ayrshire in south west Scotland.
Looking for a route which is dog friendly, buggy friendly or great for families? You’ll find everything from short, easy strolls to more strenuous long-distance hikes – something for everyone.
Discover new walking routes in and around Ayrshire in the south west of Scotland with our experienced, knowledgeable and friendly guides.
Forget the hassle of navigating or the worry of getting lost. Learn about the history of the region and the flora and fauna. Meet new people, see new places.
We offer a range of skills sessions, delivered in the great outdoors, to enhance your walking adventures:
Fancy learning to Nordic walk? We’ve got you! Or how about using mobile mapping apps to give you confidence to try some new routes? We’re on it!
May’s walk of the month takes you on a short ferry ride to Rothesay on the Isle of Bute – easily accessed from the southern mainland! You can even get to the ferry terminal by train from Glasgow. This walk is part of the longer West Island Way and combines seafront villages, rolling moorland, forest trails and sweeping views to Arran, Cowal and beyond. Expect some steep climbs, rough and sometimes boggy ground in places. With limited bus times back to Rothesay, it takes a bit of planning – but the rewards are more than worth it. Bookmark my Route Guide for a great day out this summer, or why not make a weekend of it and try some of the other walks on the island too?
Gillian’s Walks is proud to have partnered with East Renfrewshire Council to help produce a series of short film clips for social media promoting some of the region’s best walking routes. Below is an overview of why I love walking there, with the individual route films available to view on the council’s YouTube channel.
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