Discover New Places to Walk

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.

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Walking Route Info

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.

Guided Walks

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.

Skills Training

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!

Walk of the Month
Ballantrae Smugglers Trail – Panorama Walk

You get a lot of bang for your buck with this short 1.5 miles walk! Climb up to the mast on top of Mains Hill for a truly jaw-dropping panorama over Ballantrae’s rooftops, the Clyde coast, Ailsa Craig, Arran, Kintyre and Northern Ireland. Whilst looking down upon Ballantrae Beach, let your imagination take you back to Ballantrae’s 18th-century smuggling trade with the real-life stories included in our Route Guide!

Regional Highlight - East Renfrewshire

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.