Route description
This is a much improved version of Kirkil One. By using a combination of canal towpath, River Kelvin walkway, and other off road paths, this route between Kirkintilloch and Kilsyth is both direct and mostly off road. There's a mix of path types, some is on the all-weather combined cycle and foot path along the north side of the canal. Between Ellisland and Twechar the route crosses to the less popular south side, for a mix of tracks and narrow paths, which gives some variety, as well as respite from the bicycles if its a popular day for the cyclists. Walkers who prefer a smooth path and don't mind the frequent standing aside can choose to stay on the north side for this part. The south side of the canal provides good connectivity, with an excellent bus route into Glasgow at Ellisland; and at Twechar there is a convenience store where refreshments can be purchased, and another bus stop (different route). There are benches at Twechar bridge if a picnic appeals. Between Twechar and Kilsyth the route goes along the River Kelvin walkway, before passing through the Dumbrek Marsh nature reserve. The footpath goes almost all the way to the Meeting Point in Kilsyth.
About the surveyor
Coming soon.
Survey Contents
- Grading
- Photos
- Facilities
- Challenges
- Obstacles
- Accessibility
- Measurements
- Successfully completed
- Expert recommendations
- Terrain
Grading
Path surface grading
Accessibility grading
Photos
Photos from surveys are coming soon.
Facilities
- Public toilet
- Wheelchair accessible toilet
- Supermarket
- Restaurant
- Vegan restaurant
- Accommodation
- Accommodation < £50
- Campsite
- Bothy
- Free wifi
- Public phone
- Mobile Phone Coverage
- Train station
- Bench
- Picnic table
- Bus stop
- Ferry
Challenges
- Scrambling
- Wading
- Swimming
- Climbing
- Stepping stones
- Very slippery
- Very muddy
- Very icy
- Likely to flood
- Long grass sections
- Crops encroaching on path
- Diverted path
Obstacles
- Stiles
- Step and kerbs
- Possible to avoid steps, if applicable
- Flights of steps
- Gates
- Kissing gates
- Locked gates
- Disables access gates
- Cycle barriers
- Ladders
- Cattle grids
- Fords
- Narrow bridges
- Ferry required
- Acceptable road walking
- Unacceptable road walking
- Dangerous road crossings
- Walking on paths beside roads
- Walking on verges beside roads
- Railway crossings
- River crossings
- Cattle possible
- Horses possible
- Tidal area
- Potential falls
- Exposed to elements
- Remote area
- Mountainous area
- Military training area
- No visible path
- Seasonal nesting birds
- Other hazards
Accessibility
- Free of stiles
- Free of single steps/kerbs
- Free of flights of steps
- Free of other obstacles
Measurements
The narrowest part of the path is 40.00cm
The steepest uphill gradient walking East 12.00%
The steepest uphill gradient walking West 12.00%
The steepest camber: no data
How clear is the waymarking on the route: Unclear in places
Successfully completed
- Small Pug-sized dog
- Small Labrador-sized dog
- Large St. Bernard-sized dog
- Standard pram
- Off-road rugged pram
- Standard wheelchair
- Off-road rugged wheelchair
- Standard mobility scooter
- Off-road rugged mobility scooter
Expert recommendations
- Small Pug-sized dog
- Small Labrador-sized dog
- Large St. Bernard-sized dog
- Standard pram
- Off-road rugged pram
- Standard wheelchair
- Off-road rugged wheelchair
- Standard mobility scooter
- Off-road rugged mobility scooter
Terrain
No data yet
There is no data on how much of this route is paved
There is no data on how much of this route is lit at night
There is no data on how muddy this route is
There is no data on rough ground
There is no data on long grass
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