Category: 0-3 miles

Find short walks near you. These walks are all up to 3 miles in distance.

Walk 110 – Townhill Loch & Dismantled Railway Loop, Dunfermline – 2.8 miles

January 27, 2017

Beginning by a stroll around scenic Townhill Loch, this route then takes you along a disused railway line towards Queen Margaret Hospital, before returning to the Loch via the Bellyoeman and Kingseathill residential areas. Terrain includes tarmac surfaces and earth footpaths with steps in some parts. There is an option to shorten the route to approx 1 mile by simply doing a complete loop of Townhill Loch. … More Walk 110 – Townhill Loch & Dismantled Railway Loop, Dunfermline – 2.8 miles

Walk 107 – Pittencrieff Park & Dunfermline Abbey – 1.5 miles

January 20, 2017

Known locally as “The Glen”, the beautiful 76 acre Pittencrieff Park was gifted to the people of Dunfermline by Andrew Carnegie. This short walk takes in some of the park’s best bits before allowing you to explore Dunfermline Abbey, burial site of King Robert the Bruce. Keep a look out for the resident peacocks whilst in the park! … More Walk 107 – Pittencrieff Park & Dunfermline Abbey – 1.5 miles

Walk 104 – Shore Road, Torryburn

January 6, 2017

The Shore Road between Torryburn and Crombie Point is a tarmac footpath which widens to become a narrow road with some impressive sized homes to the left. It runs along the Firth of Forth and on a clear day you will be able to make out the illustrious skyline of the Grangemouth Refinery. There are two route options described below and in both you leave the Shore Road at Crombie Point onto peaceful country roads, with the extended option continuing on a cycle track and roadside pavements to return to the start point.  … More Walk 104 – Shore Road, Torryburn

Walk 103 – Pollok Country Park, Glasgow – 2.6 miles

January 4, 2017

Home to one of Scotland’s grandest Edwardian country homes, Pollok House, and also to the world famous Burrell Collection, Pollok Country Park is the largest park in Glasgow. This circular walk takes you past both of these attractions, as well as through quiet woodlands and gardens, along the White Cart Water, through the Old Stable Courtyard, past the kids play area, and also visits the quirky Hobbit Village. Something for everyone! … More Walk 103 – Pollok Country Park, Glasgow – 2.6 miles

Walk 102 – Gorge Walk, Rouken Glen Park – 1.75 miles

January 2, 2017

One of the most important geological sites in Scotland, the 143 acre Rouken Glen Park has some lovely walks, this one taking you through it’s famous gorge along the banks of Auldhouse Burn. See the boating pond “Swan Lake”, wander through the glen with it’s impressive waterfalls, try out the new boardwalk built along the historical “lover’s walk”, let the kids burn off steam at the massive play area and then try your hand at the outdoor gym before having a well-earned coffee at The Boathouse café. There is a reason Rouken Glen was voted the UK’s Best Park 2016! … More Walk 102 – Gorge Walk, Rouken Glen Park – 1.75 miles

Walk 101 – Dean Castle Country Park from Dean Road, Kilmarnock – 1 mile

January 1, 2017

This route avoids the sections of the park currently closed for development. You will pass the park’s iconic waterfall, the (relatively) new pinetum, graveyard of Lord Howard De Walden, the stone lions, the Dean Castle itself and the deer park. A scenic and popular woodland walk! … More Walk 101 – Dean Castle Country Park from Dean Road, Kilmarnock – 1 mile

Walk 96 – Red Squirrel Trail, Devilla Forest, Fife – 1.7 miles

November 17, 2016

Take a short walk around this peaceful forest between Kincardine and Dunfermline. Devilla covers a massive 700 hectare area and is home to the red squirrel thanks to the plating of Scots pine trees back in the 1950s, which create the perfect habitat for them. While you are there look out for The Standard Stone, an ancient relic linked to MacBeth, and also take a detour to see the remains of Bordie Castle. On a warm day take a picnic to enjoy at the lochside. … More Walk 96 – Red Squirrel Trail, Devilla Forest, Fife – 1.7 miles

Walk 92 – Dumfries House Estate, Cumnock – 1.6 miles

October 10, 2016

An absolutely brilliant day out for the whole family! Although the walk itself is short at just over a mile and a half, there is so much to see and do at Dumfries House that you can easily spend several hours. Take a picnic or take advantage of the onsite cafe. Highlights include the Engineering Centre, large kids play area, arboretum, walled garden and the stunning Dumfries House itself. Look out for all the quirky features around the Estate that make it truly unique! … More Walk 92 – Dumfries House Estate, Cumnock – 1.6 miles

Walk 91 – River Irvine Walk, Crookedholm – 2 miles

October 9, 2016

A pleasant circular walk beginning in the woodland area along the River Irvine between Crookedholm and Milton Road, Kilmarnock. The route then continues along quiet country roads, passing the former Crookedholm Primary School building, with the final section taking you through the village of Crookedholm itself to return to the starting point. … More Walk 91 – River Irvine Walk, Crookedholm – 2 miles

Walk 85 – Eglinton Country Park, Kilwinning – 1.6 miles

August 21, 2016

Eglinton really is a unique Country Park in Ayrshire – unlike any other I have visited. It is spread over a vast area and has so many quirky parts, full of surprises. This short route is ideal with the kids and takes in the all-abilities play park, courtyard and cafe, headless statue (!), castle ruins and Eglinton Loch. Take a picnic on a nice day! … More Walk 85 – Eglinton Country Park, Kilwinning – 1.6 miles

Walk 81 – Nature Trail, Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park – 1.6 miles

July 25, 2016

Quirky and fun! This trail starts along The Greenock Cut before heading off into some lovely woodland on a hunt for the 18 wood carvings hidden inside. A mixture of earth footpaths and boardwalk with some easy uphill and downhill sections. Look out for the impressive waterfall near the start and the view down the glen towards the Firth of Clyde and the mountains beyond. … More Walk 81 – Nature Trail, Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park – 1.6 miles