Mar 05, 2019 a great option is the official ayrshire coastal path guide book. It is essential to check tide times before leaving dunure harbour a high spring tide will necessitate a bit of a wait or a tricky scramble. However, due to the amount of walking in built up areas i think it is something that is. Ayrshire coastal path part one, stranraer to ayr youtube. The scenery is stunning, with views across to the isle of arran and beyond. Ayrshire coastal path including map, gps files and statistics. A trickier section of the ayrshire coastal path, featuring some sections of hard walking on rocky and slippery foreshore, though beautiful tiny harbours and the potential for some panoramic coastal views reward the intrepid walker.
Official guide book not only points the way for visiting tourists with its helpful summaries of the various sections of the walk. I travelled towards my starting point for the walk the previous evening and sat in the van in the irvine and saw that the weather forecast was going to be really horrendous the next day with 35 mph winds and driving rain all day. Stinchar view ref uk12918 in ballantrae, near girvan. Irresponsible walkers with dogs ayrshire coastal path. From glenapp kirk to skelmorlie, this path was created by the rotary club of ayr, and they do their best to maintain it every year. Dec 30, 2015 use of the ayrshire coastal path official guide book in conjunction with the website is a huge help, especially south of ayr where there are a number of short sections affected by high tides. However, due to the amount of walking in built up areas i think it is something that is best done in stages. The firth o clyde rotary trail focrt runs from the mull of galloway to mingavie via greenock and the erskine bridge.
Ayrshire coastal path canicross scotland cross country. The scenery is stunning, with views across to the isle of arran and. May 19, 2020 the ayrshire coastal path runs 100 miles along the ayrshire coast, through the main towns of ayr, troon and largs. Also described is the arran coastal way, which circumnavigates its way round that island for 60 miles taking in brodick, lochranza, blackwaterfoot. Below we list printed maps andor guidebooks in ascending order of cover price. What distinguishes this path from other trails is the manner in which it is managed and maintained. It links with the mull of galloway trail in the south and the clyde coastal path in the north to form t he 5mile firth o clyde rotary trail mull of galloway to milngavie, created by the rotary clubs of stranraer, ayr, gourock and allander. Ayrshire coastal path ayr all you need to know before you. A great option is the official ayrshire coastal path guide book. The ayrshire coastal path from glenapp to skelmorlie runs 100 miles along one of the finest panoramic coastlines in the british isles. Since 2008, we have repeatedly emphasised on the website, the guide book, and our farming and outdoor access panels at either end of this section, about the necessity of keeping all dogs at home.
The ayrshire coast is a traditional holiday destination and coastal villages or towns are seldom more than five to eight miles apart. The whole ayrshire coast is stunning especially on a summers day and i would, at some point, like to do the whole walk. After the initial section through ayrs industrial backroads, you can enjoy sandy beaches and concrete promenades for the remainder of the route. The ayrshire coastal path stretches from the southern to northernmost tips of the county of ayrshire 147km of glorious coastline. There are buses to the start and end of each stage, apart from portencross bus at west kilbride. South of glenapp, the route links with the mull of galloway trail to stranraer. Ayrshire and arran coastal paths ldwa long distance. It is a perfect mix of inland and onbeach sections which keeps things varied and interesting. Walk arran coastal way ayrshire coastal path cicerone. To celebrate 10 years of the ayrshire coastal path, we invited ron ireland, publicity convenor of ayr rotary club, to give us the lowdown of the creation of this popular coastal route and. An easy 150 mile route over a range of terrain in an area rich in history, renowned architecture and scenic beauty. The service from glasgow central to wemyss bay covers the northern part of the route.
Use of the ayrshire coastal path official guide book in conjunction with the website is a huge help, especially south of ayr where there are a number of short sections affected by high tides. The ayrshire and arran coastal paths ebook por keith fergus. The book is written by dr jimmy begg, a local author and historian, and offers. The ayrshire and arran coastal paths by keith fergus. Ayrshire coastal path ayr 2020 all you need to know. The route, which is 161 kilometres 100 mi long, runs along the coast from glenapp, ballantrae to skelmorlie. Guidebook to walking the ayrshire coastal path and arran coastal way on the western coast of scotland. Each is distinctively waymarked, largely off road and has a range of visitor services.
Ayrshire coast path in 610 days contours walking holidays. I drove down early from glasgow conscious that the days were getting shorter and my walk could be finishing in the dark. The route comprises the mull of galloway trail, the ayrshire coastal path and the. Described in 11 day stages but can easily walked in separate outings. Crowned with a superb backdrop of the everchanging profile of the mountains of arran across the firth of clyde, this coastline is steeped in history and teeming with wildlife. This multiday coastal hike comes with the risks of varying terrains and changing weather, but the picturesque coastal views, the gorgeous backdrop of the mountains on the isle of arran and the historic landmarks all along the hike makes it worthwhile.
Visitors to your site will appreciate you offering them help with planning their vacation. The idea was first proposed by walkers, and in november 2009 scottish natural. Featuring 11 day stages across a 150mile coastline full of beautiful sandy beaches and secluded coves, this guide to the ayrshire and arran coastal paths is a wonderful showcase of longdistance coastal. The mission of the rotary foundation is to advance world understanding.
Ayrshire coastal path book leads the way daily record. The ayrshire and arran coastal paths ebook por keith. The ayrshire coast path is a 94mile route from glenapp in the south to skelmorlie in the north. It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on your site. Visit ayrshire coastal path on your trip to ayr or united. The ayrshire coastal path is a coastal longdistance hiking path in ayrshire, scotland. Scotlands great trails are nationally promoted trails for peoplepowered journeys. The ayrshire coast path was created by the rotary club of ayr to mark the centenary of rotary international in 2005. Ayrshire coastal path 10th anniversary celebration on saturday 23 june, almost fifty pathminders, stakeholders, and special guests gathered at the bracken bar, heads of ayr, to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the opening of the ayrshire coastal path and what a wonderfully convivial evening we all enjoyed thanks to the efforts of alistair tyre and his small team of. Visit ayrshire coastal path on your trip to ayr or united kingdom. The ayrshire coastal path acp from glenapp to skelmorlie runs 100 miles along one of the finest panoramic coastlines in the british.
Packed with amazing wildlife and fabulous scenery, the route is perfect for a week long walking holiday. Long distance paths hiking and backpacking in scotland. This semidetached former coach house is situated in the coastal town of girvan and lies only 100 yards from the harbour and a beautiful sandy beach. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Stagecoach provides regular services to all towns and villages along the ayrshire coastal path, which between glenapp and skelmorlie runs close to bus routes and railway. The book is written by dr jimmy begg, a local author and historian, and offers you not only updated indications about the route, maps and tide details, but also great info on the geography as well as the history of the area. Finish with the excitement of troons cliff walk, or use the ballast bankif you feel safer click hereto purchase the official ayrshire coastal path guide book. Why not treat yourself to a copy of the official guidebook of the ayrshire coastal path.
This idyllic coastal town is lined with charming painted houses and is conveniently placed on the fife coastal path making it the perfect place for those who fancy a stroll. The 100 mile ayrshire coastal path from glenapp kirk, just north of stranaraer, to skelmorlie, seven miles south west of greenock, along scotlands south west coast, was officially launched on 28 june 2008. Stretching for 148km from the southern to northernmost limits of the county, the ayrshire coastal path sticks close to the coastline itself and for much of its length runs along sandy beaches. The property has river and beach walks direct from the doorstep and is situated directly on the ayrshire coastal path, a 100mile long coastal route with stunning views and. Available for immediate delivery from our website at the link below or from a number of. You will experience varied terrain including beaches, rocky outcrops, grassy farmland and a disused railway. Wander a section of the 100mile long ayrshire coastal path to see views of arran, cumbrae and bute. The book is written by dr jimmy begg, a local author and historian, and offers you not only updated indications about the route. This was the first walk of 2009 and i had been putting it off until the weather looked settled for a few days. Glenapp kirk to skelmorlie 100 miles 161km os landranger maps 76 70 63. There are buses to the start and end of each stage, apart from portencross bus at west kilbride and largs marina bus at largs in both cases the bus stop is close to the route a short distance along the trail. Dec 06, 2010 a photographic journey along one of scotlands newest long distance walking routes. Scotlands great trails the ayrshire coastal path scotlands nature.
The ayrshire coastal path offers dramatic views along the ayrshire coast and across the firth of clyde. Beginning in girvan, the trail winds its way along clifftops and sandy beaches. Please be aware that the recent heavy rain has undermined a section of the coastal path near turrnberry and this section of the path is dangerous and should be avoided until further notice. Jun 17, 2017 one of scotlands great trails, the ayrshire coastal path runs 100 miles between glenapp in the south and wemyss bay in the north. The two halves of the route have a contrasting character, with remoter, more rural countryside and rougher walking on the first half to ayr, suceeded by the more urban and industrial landscapes of the northern half. This multiday coastal hike comes with the risks of varying terrains and changing weather. Ayrshire coastal path 10th anniversary celebration. Ayrshire coastal path ayr all you need to know before. For best results, use the customized trip planning widget for ayrshire coastal path on your website. The green routes numbered 112 are waymarked but not as well known as the big four and long distance paths read more. Both guide book and website contain important tide information. Please show your support by purchasing a copy of the official ayrshire coastal path guide book which contains uptodate route information as.
It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on. Also described is the arran coastal way, which circumnavigates its way round that island for 60 miles. Ayrshire coastal path ordnance survey map view and print off detailed os map ayrshire coastal path open street map view and print off detailed map ayrshire coastal path os map mobile gps os map with location tracking. The ayrshire and arran coastal paths british long distance. The yellow routes numbered 14 on the map, are the official long distance paths in scotland. The scottish coastal way is a proposed national longdistance trail that goes around the coastline of mainland scotland.
Ayrshire offers a varying coastline with villages, beaches and rocky coves to explore, and is an ideal location for cyclists and walkers, with skelmorlie heralding the start of the ayrshire coastal path, a 100 mile long coastal walk. It is a perfect mix of inland and onbeach sections which. Clyde coastal path runs 56 km35 miles from the kelly burn to greenock, then to milngavie. The full ayrshire coast path is a spectacular 62mile walk along a scenic coastline brimming with unforgettable sights. Ayrshire coastal path is 161 kilometres 100 mi long, loch ryan coastal path, an extension running 19 km 12 miles south from glenapp kirk to stranraer and connecting to the southern upland way. Ldwa long distance paths ayrshire coastal path n ayrshire. Our bestselling, official guide book lists over species of bird, and your chances of seeing seals, seabirds, birds of prey, roe deer and foxes.
The ayrshire coastal path stretches for over 161 kms long, and is one of the most preferred hiking trails in scotland. A photographic journey along one of scotlands newest long distance walking routes. Jan 02, 2017 irresponsible walkers with dogs force permanent closure of clifftop section of ayrshire coastal path from currarie port to langdale farm. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The ayrshire coastal path runs for 100 miles in southwest scotland, offering some of the finest views in the country. The ayrshire coastal path is waymarked with a green and white disc. The ayrshire coastal path runs for 100 miles from glenapp kirk northwards to skelmorlie and offers the chance to immerse yourself in the ever changing seascapes and scottish wildlife. The ayrshire coastal path is mostly very well served by public transport and can be walked a stage at a time. The full route including recomended extensions, runs from stranraer to glasgow. Jun 14, 2011 guidebook to walking the ayrshire coastal path and arran coastal way on the western coast of scotland. Comprehensive online guide and maps for walking the ayrshire coastal path, a long distance footpath from glenapp kirk to skermorlie. Jun 26, 2018 success begets success and the ayrshire coastal path is now officially recognised by scottish natural heritage as one of scotlands great trails attracting visitors to ayrshire from all the airts and pairts.
The ayrshire and arran coastal paths ebook by keith fergus. Beginning in girvan, the trail winds its way along clifftops and sandy beaches, visiting an array of charming fishing settlements and historic landmarks along the way. I am ruby kelly, and i am walking the ayrshire coastal path roughly 100 miles on the 11th19th february to raise money for international. Hiking the ayrshire coastal path hiking in scotland. One of scotlands great trails, the ayrshire coastal path runs 100 miles between glenapp in the south and wemyss bay in the north. The ayrshire coast path is a 94mile route from glenapp in the south to skelmorlie.
On saturday 23 june, almost fifty pathminders, stakeholders, and special guests gathered at the bracken bar, heads of ayr, to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the opening of the ayrshire. The ayrshire coast is another beautiful part of scotlands coastline to explore. Also described is the arran coastal way, which circumnavigates its way round that island for 60 miles taking in brodick, lochranza, blackwaterfoot and kildonan. The mission of the rotary foundation is to advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education, and the alleviation of poverty. Celebrating a decade of the ayrshire coastal path scotland. Scotlands long distance footpaths there are a number of long distance walks in scotland. Walk arran coastal way ayrshire coastal path cicerone press. Featuring 11 day stages across a 150mile coastline full of beautiful sandy beaches and secluded coves, this guide to the ayrshire and arran coastal paths is a wonderful showcase of longdistance coastal walking at its finest.