It shows the full and uptodate line of the route along with the relevant extract from the os explorer map legend, and can be used when walking the trail in either direction. Pick the full route or a favourite section of the west highland way to walk at your own pace, map, guidebook, accommodation and daily luggage transfer included. West highland way scotlands best loved long distance. Established in 1980 by lord mansfield, the west highland way has enjoyed thousands of walkers over the decades experiencing the. With 32, a4 colour pages jampacked with beautiful photographs, a section guide, food tips and a walkers verse. Showcasing the wild beauty of western scotland, the trail is a journey. Dr terry marsh is a lancashirebased awardwinning writer and photographer who specialises in the outdoors, the countryside, walking and travel worldwide. Included with the guidebook is a handy pocketsized 1. West highland way walking tour wilderness scotland. This booklet is included with the cicerone guidebook to the trail, and shows the full route on ordnance survey 1. Life at highland springs find out about daytoday life at highland springs. Best maps for walking the west highland way read more.
Milngavie to fort william scottish long distance route includes separate 1. The west highland way route is 154 km long and for those contemplating this trail for their walking holiday in scotland, some planning is required. Bursting with scottish heritage, culture, breathtaking scenes and magnificent landscapes, your journey along the west highland way will forge a lifetime of unforgettable memories. All the mapping you need to complete the 95 mile 153km west highland way, an official scottish long distance route from milngavie near glasgow to fort. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. We are pleased to present a new solo travel destination post from susanne, a member of the solo travel society on facebook. The associated capewrathtrailguide website has gpx data and other useful information. The west highland way winds through some of the most spectacular and varied scenery that scotland has to offer. We havent mentioned digital mapping here as thats only a backup option and not a primary one. Speyside way map booklet download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Submit your description here, along with a few photos, and. Pdf west highland way map booklet download full pdf book. Pdf west highland way map booklet download full pdf.
The west highland way kate davies and tom barr live by scotlands bestloved longdistance walking route. Stretching for 151km from milngavie on the edge of glasgow to fort william at the foot of ben nevis, the route offers a fabulous introduction to the scottish highlands. We recommend the cicerone west highland way map booklet, a convenient booklet that includes the entire whw in a pocketsized book, or the west highland way footprint map, a. Westhighlandwaymapbooklet synopsis may belong to another edition of this title. Walking the west highland way 5 days is a great way to see scotlands west coast. Cicerone press the west highland way and its companion map booklet, by terry marsh. Ordnance survey map booklet of the 95 mile west highland way on os 1. Do you have a solo travel destination that you would like to recommend.
Aug 09, 2018 there are a number of mapping options for walking the west highland way. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Macs adventure pdf guide to walking the west highland way. More information is available on walk up ben nevis the complete online guidebook to ben nevis. All the mapping you need to complete the 95 mile 153km west highland way, an official scottish long distance route from milngavie near glasgow to fort william. West highland way scottish highlands 2020 all you need to. Our most popular itinerary covers the route in 7 days and 8 nights. Oct, 2016 make sure to bring some snacks and water along with you.
The west highland way passes through some of the most spectacular scenery in all of britain. Nov 27, 2019 the west highland way is 96 mile walk through some of the finest scenery britain has to offer. Reaching milngavie is simplest by train from glasgow queen st. An accompanying cicerone guidebook the fourth edition of the west highland way9781852848576 describes the full route in both directions with lots of other practical and historical information, for those who prefer a written guide. Slighe na gaidhealtachd an iar is a linear longdistance footpath in scotland. The west highland way route travels along the bonnie banks of loch lomond, across the atmospheric rannoch moor, past dramatic glencoe and onwards to finish at the foot of ben. With 32, a4 colour pages jampacked with beautiful photographs, a section guide, food tips and a walkers verse by alan wickstead, youd be crazy not to snap one up. The west highland way is a 96mile hike which starts just outside of glasgow in milngavie and ends in fort william many then go on to hike the munro, ben nevis. You will need a paper map ideally ones that are waterproof or otherwise well protected by a decent map case ortileb make some of best maps for walking the west highland way read more.
The west highland way stretches 96 miles 154 km from milngavie to fort william, taking in a huge variety of scenery along the way, from countryside parks to lochshores and open moorlands to steep mountains. West highland way walk with return cruise on loch lomond from tarbet. Click download or read online button to get speyside way map booklet book now. West highland way walking holidays absolute escapes. The west highland way should only be tackled if you are a fit walker with well worn in boots and this itinerary is our most popular choice with the longest day being 18.
Sometimes you will also encounter a little pub on your way. The west highland way was scotlands first long distance route and remains by far the most popular. The trail, which opened in 1980, was scotlands first officially. Cicerone press walking the cape wrath trail, by iain harper. West highland way prices self guided walking holiday. With mountain alternatives to all but one of the west highland ways nine standard stages, this guidebook takes you on a higher and wilder journey. By taking the best of what the standard way has to offer and adding in all its diversions away from the linear paths, and get to the heart of what makes the west highland way so great. Altra west highland way race 2020 process for allocating places. The west highland way route is spectacular, following the banks of loch lomond, across the wilderness of rannoch moor and into the breathtaking beauty of glencoe and the very heart of the scottish highlands. The west highland way is a fantastic walk and was the first long distance footpath in scotland. Once you have decided which holiday you wish to book, please fill in the form at the back of this brochure and either post or fax it to us. This compact booklet of maps shows the full route of the 95 mile west highland way scottish long distance route, via loch lomond and rannoch moor. Follow the west highland ways 96mile route with this stunning photographic souvenir booklet capturing scotlands scenery at its best. While this incredible variety of landscapes undoubtedly has you excited for your adventure, it might also make you wonder how youll ever.
The west highland way is one of the worlds best walks, its a classic longdistance trek, covering over 95 miles 152km from milngavie on the outskirts of glasgow to fort william in the highlands. Our walking holidays see below for your options along the west highland way take you into the magnificent countryside of the highlands of scotland following most of scotlands famous footpath on its course from the south of loch lomond to fort william and ben nevis, linking britains largest. We offer five suggested itineraries for walking the west highland way. Established in 1980 by lord mansfield, the west highland way has enjoyed thousands of walkers over the decades experiencing the spectacular landscape of its 96 miles 154 km. The trek takes you along the west coast of scotland and this west highland way packing list will advise you on what best to take in your backpack and day bag. It is 154 km 96 miles long, running from milngavie north of glasgow to fort william in the scottish highlands, with an element of hill walking in the route. The west highland way embraces diversity, from the urbanity of milngavie to the days in the company of loch lomond, and then the striding splendour of rannoch moor. Stretching for 151km from milngavie on the edge of glasgow to fort william at the foot of ben nevis, the route offers a fabulous introduction to. A guidebook to scotlands west highland way, a 95mile walk from milngavie near glasgow to fort william, passing loch lomond, crossing rannoch moor and finishing in the shadow of britains highest mountain. You get this for free with the cicerone west highland way guidebook, but is rather small and while it might suffice instead of a map on parts of the first stage, you may feel happier with a proper map format. The trail is usually in good condition and not particularly difficult, although there are some big hills and steep climbs. Terry marsh has written a cicerone guidebook the west highland way from milngavie to fort william, a useful illustrated booklet, with detailed maps and route directions. Although there is only one route, there are many different ways to travel it. The west highland way ends close to the foot of ben nevis, whose climb can make a wonderful addition to your trip.
West highland way walking holidays from mickledore travel. Guidebook to walking the west highland way national trail, a 95 mile scottish longdistance route from milngavie near glasgow to fort william, passing loch lomond and crossing rannoch moor. West highland way guidebook and os map booklet cicerone. From the outskirts of glasgow it winds for 95 miles 152km along the wooded banks of loch lomond, across the wilderness of rannoch moor, over the mountains above glencoe to a dramatic finish at the foot of ben nevis britains highest mountain. Opt for a personalized experience of the scottish highlands on a smallgroup day trip from edinburgh, limited to 16 people.
Get free shipping on west highland way map booklet by terry marsh, from. Guidebook to the west highland way walk, 152km 95 miles over 69 days from milngavie near glasgow to fort william. Our new west highland way book has just been published im rather proud of this collection of thirteen patterns, five of which use our wonderful new milarrochy tweed yarn. The races objective is to establish a fair and transparent process for the allocation of places, particularly in the event that the race is oversubscribed. The west highland way stretches 96 miles 154 km from milngavie to fort william. Kate davies and tom barr live by scotlands bestloved longdistance walking route.
Ideal for visitors with limited time, this guided tour transports you to loch ness and other highland highlights with ease and efficiency. The printed book is exactly the same price as the ebook and includes complementary downloads of the patterns too. He has been writing books since the mid1980s, and is the author of over 100 titles. I walked the west highland way at the beginning of june and was as lucky as one can be, because i had 7 days of pure sunshine and temperatures up to 23c. The walkway first takes you through the city streets into a network of riverside greenways. Speyside way map booklet download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl. This guide details the route, accommodation advice and packing tips. Self guided walking holidays on the west highland way, including all maps, comprehensive route notes, accommodation and luggage transfer. From the outskirts of glasgow it winds for 96 miles 154. Open up this book, join them on their journey, and make your own west highland way. Click map to open an interactive caltopo map in a new browser tab.
Passing from the lowlands to the highlands, scotlands west highland way showcases a real shift in character. West highland way scottish highlands 2020 all you need. The views on the west highland way are spectacular. The walk, which takes roughly one week to complete, is described in seven stages, with each stage ranging from 8 to 20 miles. Entry to the race will be determined in accordance with the process outlined below. We only walked a short distance but were amazed at the beauty.
The west highland way is a 96 mile long distance walking trail from milgnavie on the edge of glasgow to fort william in the west of scotland. It follows a mixture of drovers tracks, and old military and coaching roads, and heads along lochs, through forests and up hills. Youll pass through green pastures, walk along the beautiful loch lomond, and take in incredible highland vistas. For an oversight of the west highland way, its history, its logistics and how it feels to walk, this is the video for you. The west highland way was the first long distance footpath to be established in scotland. Pdf west highland way download full pdf book download. The route begins in milngavie near glasgow and after 95 miles of outstanding scenery, finishes in fort william, at the foot of ben nevis, britains highest mountain. West highland way guidebook and os map booklet cicerone press. West highland way our walking holidays see below for your options along the west highland way take you into the magnificent countryside of the highlands of scotland following most of scotlands famous footpath on its course from the south of loch lomond to fort william and ben nevis, linking britains largest loch lake with its highest. Follow the west highland way s 96mile route with this stunning photographic souvenir booklet capturing scotlands scenery at its best. Buy west highland way map booklet by terry marsh with free.
Find all the information you need to immerse yourself into the wild landscapes of scotland and the countrys best loved long distance walking route. Good map to go along with the hand illustrations in the guidebook. The west highland way photographic souvenir booklet. Returning from fort william is easy by express bus or train. The accompanying guidebook includes a copy of this map.
The official guide 11th edition by bob aitken, roger smith isbn. Apart from the perfect arrangements the weather was perfect. The magic of walking in scotland can be distilled into this walk. In this collaborative creative project they celebrate their home, their workplace, and the landscape which inspires them every day. Additional nights can be added at any stage along the walk and we would be delighted to adjust any itinerary for you. The collection also includes four patterns in our original ownbrand yarn, buachaille. The haul from glencoe, under the gaze of buachaille etive mor, up the devils staircase, then into the hidden valley of lairig mor, are stages to be savoured. National trail guide, not the west highland way, the west highland way. There are many common pitfals that occur through lack of planning. Ewan discusses some of the finer points of walking the route, with the background of loch lomond, shows how the baggage transfer works and how easy macs adventure make walking the west highland way. Sep 09, 2018 in some situations, there is nothing more useful than an old fashioned paper map to help you find your way and ensure that you have a great west highland way experience.
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