West Highland Way Section 1 – Milngavie to Drymen
By Dave Roberts
on December 17, 2020 No ratings yet.
Posted in Official West Highland Way Route
West Highland Way Section 1 – Milngavie to Drymen
Further Details
Route Summary:
The easy first section of the West Highland Way lulls you into a false sense of security.
Start and Finish: Milngavie to Drymen
Distance: 19.1 km
Ascent: 225 m
Time: 6 hours
Timings are approximate and depend on the individual. Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
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Facilities:
Beech Tree Inn at Dumgoyne (at the 11.2km point)
Public Transport:
Railway station at Milngavie. There are no direct buses between Milngavie and Drymen, so it’s not practical to base yourself in Milngavie for the first night.
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West Highland Way Section 1 – Milngavie to Drymen Ordnance Survey Map and GPX File Download
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West Highland Way Section 1 – Milngavie to Drymen
The first section of the West Highland Way from Milngavie to Drymen, starts off in the centre of Drymen, rather uninspiringly outside Costas! This first leg is more lowland than highland, but is a steady start to the trail. Many will not be sufficiently prepared, and this section allows you to ease into the West Highland Way gently.
The section sets off from Milngavie, on good paths as far as Dumgoyach before setting off on a former railway line. It becomes even easier going, to Gartness and easy country lanes to the outskirts of Drymen.
One of the highlights of the section is Mugdock Country Park, which includes the ruins of the 13th century Mugdock Castle, the seat of the Clan Graham. One tower still stands despite the castle being partially destroyed during the Civil War and being incorporated into a Victorian mansion. There are further ruins of the more recent gothic revival castle of Craigend Castle.
Dave Roberts
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Maps and Guides
Recommended West Highland Way Maps: West Highland Way Map Booklet: 1:25,000 OS Route Mapping (British Long Distance Trails) , West Highland Way XT40 (Route Map)
Recommended West Highland Way Guide Books: The West Highland Way: The Official Guide, The West Highland Way: National Trail Guide , Not the West Highland Way , The West Highland Way .