CallanderDoune

Caldou two
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By David Giles on 21 Jun 2021


Distance

15km/9mi

Ascent

172m

Descent

206m

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Description

There are three parts to this route. From Callander to Keltie Bridge (2.5km, bus stop), it follows a combination of quiet residential streets and a paved pedestrian/cycleway. From Keltie Bridge to Burn of Cambus (8km, bus stop), it follows forestry tracks and a very quiet single track road through woodland and upland pasture (there are two locked gates on this section). From Burn of Cambus to Doune (4km) it follows field and woodland paths, mainly along the banks of the River Teith (past early medieval Old Kilmadock church, Doune Castle and the site of a Roman fort).

It is possible to walk direct from Burn of Cambus to Doune along the A84 (about 2.5km). There is a pavement all the way, but the road can be very busy, especially at weekends. On weekdays and Saturdays, there is an hourly bus service along the A84 between Callander, Doune and Stirling (First Buses 59).

This route is a replacement for Caldou one. It is slightly longer but follows a clearer path through Brokentree Wood and avoids the road walk at the end

There are three parts to this route. From Callander to Keltie Bridge (2.5km, bus stop), it follows a combination of quiet residential streets and a paved pedestrian/cycleway. From Keltie Bridge to Burn of Cambus (8km, bus stop), it follows forestry tracks and a very quiet single track road through woodland and upland pasture (there are two locked gates on this section). From Burn of Cambus to Doune (4km) it follows field and woodland paths, mainly along the banks of the River Teith (past early medieval Old Kilmadock church, Doune Castle and the site of a Roman fort).

It is possible to walk direct from Burn of Cambus to Doune along the A84 (about 2.5km). There is a pavement all the way, but the road can be very busy, especially at weekends. On weekdays and Saturdays, there is an hourly bus service along the A84 between Callander, Doune and Stirling (First Buses 59).

This route is a replacement for Caldou one. It is slightly longer but follows a clearer path through Brokentree Wood and avoids the road walk at the end

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Reviews - 2

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Is this route good enough? -  Yes (2)

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Description Note
Grade 4: Route includes very rough surfaces including deep ruts, steep loose gravel, unmade paths and deep muddy sections. Wheelchairs may experience traction/wheel spin issues.
Access grade X: At least one stile, flight of steps or other obstacle that is highly likely to block access for wheelchair and scooter users.
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Facilities

Facilities in the middle third of this route.

Not present at time of survey Public toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Wheelchair accessible toilet (1)
Not present at time of survey Supermarket (1)
Not present at time of survey Restaurant (1)
Not present at time of survey Vegan restaurant (1)
Not present at time of survey Accommodation (1)
Not present at time of survey Accommodation < £50 (1)
Not present at time of survey Campsite (1)
Not present at time of survey Bothy (1)
Not present at time of survey Free wifi (1)
Not present at time of survey Public phone (1)
Not present at time of survey Mobile phone coverage (1)
Not present at time of survey Train station (1)
Not present at time of survey Bench (1)
Not present at time of survey Picnic table (1)
Not present at time of survey Bus stop (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry (1)

Challenges

Potential challenges reported on this route. Some challenges are seasonal.

Not present at time of survey Scrambling (1)
Not present at time of survey Wading (1)
Not present at time of survey Swimming (1)
Not present at time of survey Climbing (1)
Not present at time of survey Stepping stones (1)
Not present at time of survey Very slippery (1)
Maybe present Very muddy (1)
Not present at time of survey Very icy (1)
Maybe present Likely to flood (1)
Present at time of survey Long grass sections (1)
Not present at time of survey Crops encroaching on path (1)
Not present at time of survey Diverted path (1)

Obstacles

Obstacles on this route.

Not present at time of survey Stiles (1)
Present at time of survey Step and kerbs (1)
Maybe present Possible to avoid steps, if applicable (1)
Not present at time of survey Flights of steps (1)
Present at time of survey Gates (1)
Present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Present at time of survey Locked gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Disables access gates (1)
Not present at time of survey Cycle barriers (1)
Not present at time of survey Ladders (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle grids (1)
Not present at time of survey Fords (1)
Not present at time of survey Narrow bridges (1)
Not present at time of survey Ferry required (1)
Present at time of survey Acceptable road walking (1)
Not present at time of survey Unacceptable road walking (1)
Present at time of survey Dangerous road crossings (1)
Present at time of survey Walking on paths beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Walking on verges beside roads (1)
Not present at time of survey Railway crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey River crossings (1)
Not present at time of survey Cattle possible (1)
Maybe present Horses possible (1)
Not present at time of survey Tidal area (1)
Not present at time of survey Potential falls (1)
Not present at time of survey Exposed to elements (1)
Not present at time of survey Remote area (1)
Not present at time of survey Mountainous area (1)
Not present at time of survey Military training area (1)
Not present at time of survey No visible path (1)
Not present at time of survey Seasonal nesting birds (1)
Not present at time of survey Other hazards (1)

Accessibility

Is this route step and stile free?

Present at time of survey Free of stiles (1)
Maybe present Free of single steps/kerbs (1)
Present at time of survey Free of flights of steps (1)
Not present at time of survey Free of other obstacles (1)

Measurements

Surveyors were asked to measure the narrowest and steepest parts of paths.

Narrowest part of path: no data

The steepest uphill gradient East: no data

The steepest uphill gradient West: no data

The steepest camber: no data

How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unclear (1)

Successfully completed

We asked route surveyors "Have you successfully completed this route with any of the following? If so, would you recommend it to someone with the same requirements?". Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Recommended by an expert

We asked route surveyors "Are you a trained access professional, officer or expert? If so, is this route suitable for someone travelling with any of the following?" Here is how they replied.

Small Pug-sized dog (0)
Small Labrador-sized dog (0)
Large St. Bernard-sized dog (0)
Standard pram (0)
Off-road rugged pram (0)
Standard wheelchair (0)
Off-road rugged wheelchair (0)
Standard mobility scooter (0)
Off-road rugged mobility scooter (0)

Terrain

We asked route surveyors to estimate how much of the route goes through different kinds of terrain.

10.0% of the route is on roads (1)

5.0% of the route is lit at night (1)

25.0% of the route is paved (1)

1.0% of the route is muddy (1)

There is no data on rough ground

There is no data on long grass

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4X June 2021 by David Giles
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Callander
Grid Ref NN6285307891
Lat / Lon 56.24368° / -4.21467°
Easting / Northing 262,853E / 707,891N
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Doune
Grid Ref NN7283201505
Lat / Lon 56.18912° / -4.05070°
Easting / Northing 272,832E / 701,505N
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Distance

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Ascent

172 m

Descent

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