Ramblers Association - Monklands Group

Winter Programme 2010 - 2011

The Monklands Ramblers gratefully acknowledge the support of North Lanarkshire Community Grants for our Winter Programme 2010 - 2011


Walks are graded as follows:-
GRADE
ASCENT (Metres)
DISTANCE (Kilometres)
DESCRIPTION
C
NIL
9 - 14
Easy
C+
150
14 - 16
Easy / Moderate
B
150 - 450
16 - 19
Moderate
B+
450 - 760
16 - 22
Moderate / Strenuous
A
760 - 914
9 - 14
Strenuous
A+
914+
9 - 19
Very Strenuous
Monklands Ramblers logo - 'The hooded monk'

Transport

We run a minibus or 51-seater coach to all walks. Bus fares are normally around £10.00 - £12.00 but may on occasion be higher depending on the distance travelled, size of party and size of bus. Please ask when booking if you wish to know the cost in advance. Bookings are taken on a "First Come - First Served" basis although group members get priority. Places can be booked by "Signing In" on the previous walk or by 'phoning the leader, whose number appears below. When 'phoning to book a place on a walk please try and do so between 6pm and 7pm during the week prior to the walk, and book early as buses have to be confirmed two days prior to the walk. Please also state your telephone number and pick-up point if leaving a message on an answering machine. Buses leave from behind Coatbridge 'Time Capsule' and the former Aldi's car park near Airdrie Town Hall, at the times stated in the programme. A "No Show" on the day will be charged at full fare to cover the cost of transport. While the committee have tried to ensure that alternative walks finish as near to the same time as possible, it is inevitable that differences will occur. Please be patient.

Walking

When walking with the club adequate footwear and clothing are essential. Be prepared for adverse weather conditions. Carry a packed lunch. Boots are essential on "A" and "B" grade walks and are recommended on "C" grade walks. The Ramblers Association cannot take responsibility for damages or loss incurred on a ramble or other club activity. Follow the Country Code : close gates, take litter home, face oncoming traffic etc. Please do NOT walk in front of the leader or leave a ramble without informing the leader. Children under 16 years of age should be accompanied by an adult. Holidays and social events are offered to club members. All those interested in walking are welcome to join the group. After participating in two walks with the group we would expect you to join the Ramblers Association, otherwise you may not be accepted on a walk. Membership forms are available from the Group Secretary. Joining the Ramblers Association gives automatic membership of your local group and the right to walk and socialise with any other groups UK-wide. Walks are subject to change at the Leader's discretion. Please inform the leader of any medical condition which you have which he / she should be aware of - thanks.

The O.S. column below indicates the Ordnance Survey Landranger map number as well as giving a general indication of the area covered by the map - you can buy any of these maps, or general hill-walking gear, at discounted rates from The Monklands Ramblers Shop. Clicking on the walk description will provide a detailed map of the area of the walk. Distances are approximate and may vary. Walks may be subject to change on the day - notice will be given where possible via the "Latest News" banner below. Note also that pronunciations below are courtesy of www.munromagic.com.

Miscellaneous

A booking and information sheet will be circulated around the bus for any social events being held during the Winter months, and advertisements will be placed in the "Airdrie and Coatbridge Advertiser" for the same. Also, the Committee welcomes any suggestions for walks which anyone would like to see on either the Summer or Winter programmes, or suggestions for social events. Please contact any Committee member with regard to this and we will endeavour to include these walks or events at the earliest possible opportunity. Note to Leaders : it would be helpful if leaders of joint walks could do their reccies at the same time as this would assist with determining the timing of the two walks and would also save on reccie expenses.

Distance and Height Conversion

Height - Metres Multiplied by 3.3 = Feet
150 Metres = 500 Feet Approximately
Distance - Kilometres Multiplied by 5 / 8 = Miles
16 Kilometres = 10 Miles Approximately

More details about the walks are available by email :   enquiries@monklandsramblers.org.uk


DATE
WALK
DISTANCE
GRADE
LEADER
BOOKING NUMBER
O.S.
DEPARTURE POINT
Sunday, 3 October 2010Ardchullarie to Pass of Leny via Beinn Each
10 Km
B+
Douglas Bryson
01698-833983
57
Coatbridge at 8.30am
(as above)Glen Ample
14 Km
B
Christine McMahon
(as above)
51/57
Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 16 October 2010Broad Law
11 Km
B+
John Young
01236-751680
72
Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 31 October 2010Comrie Circular
13 Km
B
Ken Paton
01236-842329
51
Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 13 November 2010Ayr Coastal Walk - Ayr to Troon
10 Km
C
Christine McMahon
01698-833983
70
Airdrie at 8.30am
Sunday, 28 November 2010Brig o'Turk to Aberfoyle CANCELLED
NB - this walk replaces the previously advertised Stronachlachar Circular walk
15 Km
B
James Muir
01324-712752
56
Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 11 December 2010Tillicoultry Circular CANCELLED
11 Km
B+
Allan Ward
01236-754339
58
Coatbridge at 8.30am
Sunday, 9 January 2011Peebles Circular and Tea
14 Km
C+
David Dunn
01236-434706
73
Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 22 January 2011Milngavie to Drymen via W.H.W.
19 Km
B
Frank McNutt
01236-764463
57/64
Airdrie at 8.30am
Sunday, 6 February 2011Nutberry Hill Circular
17 Km
B
Liz Hunt
01236-622088
71
Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 19 February 2011The Whangie to Milton
14 Km
B
Linda Muir
01324-712752
64
Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 5 March 2011Wanlockhead to Watermeetings via S.U.W. NB rescheduled from Sunday, 6 March 2011
11 Km
B+
Linda Paton
01236-842329
78
Airdrie at 8.30am
Saturday, 19 March 2011Glen Finglas Circular
23 Km
B+
John McNulty
0141-773-0409
57
Coatbridge at 8.00am
Sunday, 3 April 2011Kindallachan to Dunkeld via Loch Ordie and Deuchary Hill
15 Km
B
David Dunn
01236-434706
52
Coatbridge at 8.30am
Saturday, 16 April 2011Ballevulin to Luss via Beinn Tharsuinn  
12 Km
A
Sam Rankin
(via Liz below)
56
Airdrie at 8.30am
(as above)Luss to Inverbeg NB replaces previously scheduled Auchengaich to Luss walk
12 Km
C+
Liz Cushley
01236-762001
56
Airdrie at 8.30am

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Last updated on 10 April 2011.
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