KilmarnockMauchline

Kilmau two
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By Mary Oz on 07 Jun 2024


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I adjusted the route to avoid the Carnell Estate, which I think is private. Also, we worried that there might be access and animal issues through the longish section of field crossings just north of Mauchline, so I found an easier way. I also took the opportunity to avoid the busy main roads at the two ends of the route

I adjusted the route to avoid the Carnell Estate, which I think is private. Also, we worried that there might be access and animal issues through the longish section of field crossings just north of Mauchline, so I found an easier way. I also took the opportunity to avoid the busy main roads at the two ends of the route

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Reviews - 5

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Grade 3: Route includes rough surfaces that may include small boulders, potholes, shallow ruts, loose gravel, short muddy sections.
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)
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)

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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)
Maybe present Very icy (1)
Not present at time of survey 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)
Maybe present 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)
Not present at time of survey Kissing gates (1)
Maybe present 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)
Not 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)
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)
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)
Present at time of survey No visible path (1)
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.

The narrowest part of the path is 80.0cm (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking East 19.0% (1)

The steepest uphill gradient walking West 11.0% (1)

The steepest camber: no data

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

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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

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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

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There is no data on how much of this route is lit at night

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There is no data on long grass

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3X June 2024 by Mary Oz
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Kilmarnock
Grid Ref NS4294138055
Lat / Lon 55.61067° / -4.49502°
Easting / Northing 242,941E / 638,055N
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Mauchline
Grid Ref NS4988627265
Lat / Lon 55.51600° / -4.37900°
Easting / Northing 249,886E / 627,265N
What3Words completed.skyrocket.stores

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reviews


Cressida P

22 Sep 2024 Autumn

We walked this route on a rainy September Sunday, which sadly hampered the views, though on a clear day there should be excellent vistas of the surrounding countryside. Walking south from Kilmarnock, it takes a little while to get out of the town, but this section is well paved and simple to navigate. Once past the bypass, the route is much nicer on country lanes that roll downhill to Mauchline.


Anna-Fleur Rawlinson

22 Sep 2024 Autumn

We walked this route in mid-September on a wet afternoon which sadly hampered visibility, but the route is easy to navigate. Coming through Kilmarnock at the beginning is straightforward, with pavements for safe crossings. The terrain is easy going on mostly tarmac roads, with a few relatively steep sections allowing for good views (weather permitting!). The roads are mostly quiet, with verges where necessary for passing traffic. The route ends on quieter, residential streets leading to the centre of Mauchline. A straight-forward and fairly scenic route.


Sarah

19 Sep 2024 Summer

We walked this route on a wet afternoon in September. The initial stretch through Kilmarnock and housing out to the A77 is fine, with plenty of pavement and crossings. Due to low cloud, we didn't get much of the views beyond this point(!) but the going was steady and easy on a very quiet rural road, with verges if necessary. The decent into Mauchline is equally easy and straightforward, with a number of food options in the town.


Wellchoughed

09 Jun 2024 Spring

Review of Slow Ways Route Kilmau 2 (Kilmarnock to Mauchline two)
I walked this route with another person on a mild day in early June 2024. The route is a modified version of the previous Kilmau one. The route begins in Kilmarnock town centre and initially follows the Kilmarnock Water to and through Howard’s Park. It then strikes off along town streets to enter an extensive housing estate around Treeswoodhead. This is not a particularly interesting stretch but is necessary to bring the traveller to the edge of the town. After crossing the M77 on an elevated road section, farmland is reached. The going is then much more interesting and pleasant views open up. The terrain is fairly hilly with some steep sections but the surface is good, this section being almost entirely on metalled roads. There is one significant road crossing to negotiate (at Fivewayhouse) but thereafter quiet roads again predominate. Between the farms of Rottenrow and Skeoch, the road is left and a faint track along field edges is followed. When we were there, a boisterous group of cows was in the adjacent field. However they were well-contained and did not cause any hazard. There are several farm gates to negotiate along this section but after about ten minutes, the road is regained. There is then an easy section, although along a slightly busier road which requires some care, until the Mauchline National Burns Memorial comes into view. Some quiet, residential streets are then followed to the centre of Mauchline and the end of the route. Overall an interesting and quite scenic route with several points of interest along the way. The mapping is accurate and easy to follow. The sections leaving Kilmarnock and arriving in Mauchline are not particularly interesting. No significant obstacles were encountered but the requirement to climb a few farm gates may deter some travellers.


Mary Oz

07 Jun 2024 Spring

We left Kilmarnock through shopping streets and then crossed the river to walk through the park rather than along the busy main road, a short detour which I felt was worthwhile. After a series of residential streets, we reached the quiet countryside roads which made up the majority of the route. We saw hardly any vehicles but lots of good views.
There was a short field crossing which became a farm track before reaching another quiet road. This was fine and quite easy walking although we were worried by a lively herd of young cattle intently interested in us but fortunately fenced off from us.
It was quite fun to pass a ventilation shaft for the Mossgiel railway tunnel just north of Mauchline (yes, I know I’m a geek).
We arrived at Mauchline at the sandstone Burns Memorial Tower and associated cottages, then a few short residential streets brought us to the main crossroads.
A direct and mostly very easy route, complemented by long views all around.


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Ascent

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Descent

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