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Saturday, July 9, 2011

These dudes are made for walking - Cumnock and New Cumnock Walking Festival

IF YOU'RE looking to enjoy the summer weather then get your walking shoes on and get involved in this month's Cumnock and New Cumnock's Walking Festival.

East Ayrshire's Countryside Rangers will be hand for three days later this month.

On Friday, July 29 Cumnock's Woodroad Park Bat Walk will take in the delights of dusk before entering the dark to enjoy the world of bats and night time creatures. Meet in the top car park at 8.30pm.

The following day the Afton Walk will look at wildlife of the Afton Water and then enjoy the views from the Glen Afton Road and Burns Cairn. Meet at the Afton Brigend, New Cumnock at 10am. This walk will last approximately two-and-a-half hours.

If that's not enough then later that Saturday the SWT Knockshinnoch Lagoons Wildlife Reserve at New Cumnock will host a further walk. Knockshinnoch Lagoon is a haven for breeding and wintering birds so head along to enjoy the wealth of wildlife in one of Ayrshire's best nature reserves. Meet at the reserve's car park at 2pm. This walk will last approximately two hours.

On Sunday, July 31 the Dumfries House Estate will host a walk offering the ideal opportunity to enjoy the Estate's rich history and pristine countryside. This walk will last from 10am till noon. Light refreshments will be available at the Coach House café from 10am to 5pm.

Finally a Hannahston Community Woodland Walk will take in the woodland running between Drongan and the A70 Cumnock to Ayr road later on Sunday. Walk this fantastic reinstated coal site consisting of ponds, mature and newly planted woodland and enjoy the sights and sounds of local nature. This walk will last from 2 to 4pm.

Advance booking is essential for all the walks.

Source:
Cumnock Chronicle - 7th July 2011

Official Website: http://www.deancastle.com/events/viewEv.asp?e=5227&a=1&#dates

See More: http://walkingfestivals.blogspot.com/2011/01/new-cumnocks-walking-festival.html

Sunday, January 2, 2011

Stewarton Walking Festival

STEWARTON WALKING FESTIVAL

Periodicity: annual

Location: Stewarton, East Ayrshire, Central Scotland, UK

Time of the year: September

Duration: 2 days

Number of Walks: 5 walks

1st edition: 2011

2011 edition: 3rd - 4th September 2011
2011 edition programme:
http://allisons.fireflyinternet.co.uk/stewarton/STEWARTON%20WALKING%20FESTIVAL.pdf

Walk 1 Fisherman’s Path. Saturday 3rd September

Start at 11.00am for 1 hour 30 mins.

From Cunningham Watt Park (CWP) follow Annick downstream, under viaduct, past Lainshaw House and up steps at end of Fisherman’s path. Proceed through Lainshaw Woods and past the Chalybeate Spring and return by the Plantation Path, the town pavements, and CWP. Look out for roe deer, fox, grey squirrel and water birds such as heron, dipper, kingfisher, mallard, and goosander. Greater spotted woodpecker can sometimes be seen or heard in the woods and blue and great tits are common. Look out for newly planted native trees and the first of the mature trees to turn colour – chestnuts.

Walk 2 The Clunch. Saturday 3rd September

Start at 1.30pm for 3 hours.

We head northeast from Stewarton on minor roads, paths, and grass cut ways. We pass through farmland including a fine herd of Highland Cattle (well fenced in) and two new woods at East Broadmoss and Damhead. Good views to the north, to Whitelee Wind Farm, and across Stewarton to the coast and Arran. Look for roe deer on the ground and buzzards in the air.

Walk 3 Water Meetings. Sunday 4th September

Start at 1.00pm for 3 hours.

Follow Walk 1 route to Chalybeate Spring then shortly after leave woods and follow minor roads around dairy farmland. We cross the Glazert Burn on a fine stone bridge just before the Glazert joins the Annick. Look out for Girgenti Farm Clock Tower (1843) and the Grade A listed Kennox House (mid 18th century with early 19th century additions). We rejoin the Walk 1 route at the Plantation Path and return to CWP.

Walk 4 Jubilee Walk. Sunday 4th September

Start at 2.00pm for 1 hour 15 mins.
This walk is in and close to the town but still quite wild. We go up the Annick before a moderate incline on grass takes us alongside a wood and up to Cauldhame. Stunning views over Stewarton down the coast. Back down Cutsburn, a circuit of Gameshill (the old golf course), and to CWP by the Riverside Walk.

Walk 5 History Walk. Sunday 4th September

Start at 3.30pm for 1 hour.

Local historian Jim Blades will lead a walk around the town pointing out items of historical interest.

Number of participants (average):

Notable walks:

Walks for disabled persons? Yes

Price: Free

Notes:

Sponsoring: Yes

Organization: Dean Castle Country Park rangers and Stewarton Woodlands Action Trust

Contact:
David MacKenzie
david.mackenzie20@btinternet.com

Telephone 01560 482512

Website:
http://www.stewartononline.co.uk/events_2011/110904-stewarton-walking-festival/index.html

Facebook page:

Logo:

(see in portuguese)

Stewarton Walking Festival

STEWARTON WALKING FESTIVAL

(portuguese version - click here to see the english version)

Periodicidade: anual

Localização: Stewarton, East Ayrshire, Central Scotland, UK

Altura do ano: Setembro

Duração: 2 dias

Número de caminhadas: 5 caminhadas

1ª edição: 2011

Edição 2011: 3 a 4 de Setembro de 2011
Programa da edição 2011: http://allisons.fireflyinternet.co.uk/stewarton/STEWARTON%20WALKING%20FESTIVAL.pdf

Sábado 3 de Setembro
Caminhada 1 Fisherman’s Path.

Start at 11.00am for 1 hour 30 mins.

Start at 1.30pm for 3 hours.

Domingo 4 de Setembro

Caminhada 3 Water Meetings.

Start at 1.00pm for 3 hours.

Start at 3.30pm for 1 hour.

Local historian Jim Blades will lead a walk around the town pointing out items of historical interest.

Edição 2012:
Programa da edição 2012:

Número de participantes (em média):

Caminhadas mais relevantes:

Caminhadas para pessoas com deficiência?

Preços: Gratuito

Notas:

Financiamento: Sim

Organização: Dean Castle Country Park rangers and Stewarton Woodlands Action Trust

Website: http://www.stewartononline.co.uk/events_2011/110904-stewarton-walking-festival/index.html

Página do facebook:

Contacto:
David MacKenzie
david.mackenzie20@btinternet.com

Telephone 01560 482512

Cumnock and New Cumnock Walking Festival

CUMNOCK AND NEW CUMNOCK WALKING FESTIVAL

Periodicity: annual

Location: Cumnock and New Cumnock, East Ayrshire, Central Scotland, UK

Time of the year: July

Duration: 3 days

Number of Walks: 5 walks

1st edition: 2011

2011 edition: 29th - 31st July 2011
2011 edition programme:
FRIDAY 29 JULY
Woodroad Park Bat Walk
This walk will take in the delights of dusk before entering the dark to enjoy the world of bats and night time creatures! Meet in the top car park at 8.30pm.

SATURDAY 30 JULY
The Afton Walk
Look at wildlife of the Afton Water and then enjoy the views from the Glen Afton Road and Burns Cairn. Meet at the Afton Brigend at 10.00am. This walk will last approximately 2 ½ hours.

SWT Knockshinnoch Lagoons Wildlife Reserve, New Cumnock
Knockshinnoch Lagoon is a haven for breeding and wintering birds. Enjoy the wealth of wildlife in one of Ayrshire’s best nature reserves. Meet at the reserve’s car park at 2pm. This walk will last approximately 2 hours.

SUNDAY 31 JULY
Dumfries House Estate walk
Enjoy the Estate’s rich history and pristine countryside. This walk will last from 10am till 12noon
Light refreshments available at the Coach House café from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

Hannahston Community Woodland Walk
This woodland is between Drongan and the A70 Cumnock to Ayr road.
Walk this fantastic reinstated coal site consisting of ponds, mature and newly planted woodland and enjoy the sights and sounds of local nature. This walk will last from 2pm – 4pm.

2012 edition:
2012 edition programme:

Number of participants (average):

Notable walks:

Walks for disabled persons?

Price: Free

Notes:

Sponsoring:

Organization: Dean Castle Country Park

Contact:
Dean Castle Country Park

Dean Road
Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
KA3 1XB
Scotland

Phone 01563 554734
info@deancastle.com

rangers@east-ayrshire.gov.uk

Website: http://www.deancastle.com/events/viewEv.asp?e=5227&a=1&#dates

Facebook page:

Logo:

(see in portuguese)

Cumnock and New Cumnock Walking Festival

CUMNOCK AND NEW CUMNOCK WALKING FESTIVAL

(portuguese version - click here to see the english version)

Periodicidade: anual

Localização: New Cumnock, East Ayrshire, Central Scotland, UK

Altura do ano: Julho

Duração: 3 dias

Número de caminhadas: 5 caminhadas

1ª edição: 2011

Edição 2011: 29 a 31 de Julho de 2011
Programa da edição 2011:
SEXTA 29 JULHO
Woodroad Park Bat Walk
This walk will take in the delights of dusk before entering the dark to enjoy the world of bats and night time creatures! Meet in the top car park at 8.30pm.

SÁBADO 30 JULHO
The Afton Walk
Look at wildlife of the Afton Water and then enjoy the views from the Glen Afton Road and Burns Cairn. Meet at the Afton Brigend at 10.00am. This walk will last approximately 2 ½ hours.

SWT Knockshinnoch Lagoons Wildlife Reserve, New Cumnock
Knockshinnoch Lagoon is a haven for breeding and wintering birds. Enjoy the wealth of wildlife in one of Ayrshire’s best nature reserves. Meet at the reserve’s car park at 2pm. This walk will last approximately 2 hours.

DOMINGO 31 JULHO
Dumfries House Estate walk
Enjoy the Estate’s rich history and pristine countryside. This walk will last from 10am till 12noon
Light refreshments available at the Coach House café from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

Hannahston Community Woodland Walk
This woodland is between Drongan and the A70 Cumnock to Ayr road.
Walk this fantastic reinstated coal site consisting of ponds, mature and newly planted woodland and enjoy the sights and sounds of local nature. This walk will last from 2pm – 4pm.

Edição 2012:
Programa da edição 2012:

Número de participantes (em média):

Caminhadas mais relevantes:

Caminhadas para pessoas com deficiência?

Preços: Gratuito

Notas:

Financiamento:

Organização: Dean Castle Country Park

Website: http://www.deancastle.com/events/viewEv.asp?e=5227&a=1&#dates

Página do facebook:

Contacto:
Dean Castle Country Park
Dean Road
Kilmarnock, Ayrshire
KA3 1XB
Scotland

Phone 01563 554734
info@deancastle.com

rangers@east-ayrshire.gov.uk

The Great Outdoors Festival

THE GREAT OUTDOORS FESTIVAL

Periodicity: annual

Location: East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire and Stirling, South of Scotland / Central Scotland, UK

Time of the year: September

Duration: 9 days

Number of Walks: 28 walks in 46 events (walking, runnung, cycling, canoeing, horse riding)

1st edition: 2011

2011 edition: 3 a 11 de Setembro de 2011
2011 edition programme: http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk/PDF/HCS%20Leisure%20Culture/HCS-LCS%20Great%20Outdoors%20Festival%202011%20version2.pdf

2012 edition:
2012 edition programme:

Number of participants (average):

Notable walks:

Walks for disabled persons? Walks are suitable for most abilities

Price: All the walks are free of charge

Notes:

Sponsoring: Yes

Organization: West Dunbartonshire Council, East Dunbartonshire Council, Stirling Council

Contact:
Phone 0141 956 6586

Gillian.neil@west-dunbarton.gov.uk

Website:
http://www.wdcweb.info/leisure-and-tourism/outdoors-festival/

http://www.stirlinghogmanay.com/outdoorsfestival

Facebook page:

Logo:

(see in portuguese)

The Great Outdoors Festival

THE GREAT OUTDOORS FESTIVAL

(portuguese version - click here to see the english version)

Periodicidade: anual

Localização: East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire and Stirling, South of Scotland / Central Scotland, UK

Altura do ano: Setembro

Duração: 9 dias

Número de caminhadas: 28 caminhadas num total de 46 eventos (caminhada, corrida, ciclismo, canoagem, passeio a cavalo)

1ª edição: 2011

Edição 2011: 3 a 11 de Setembro de 2011
Programa da edição 2011:
http://www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk/PDF/HCS%20Leisure%20Culture/HCS-LCS%20Great%20Outdoors%20Festival%202011%20version2.pdf

Edição 2012:
Programa da edição 2012:

Número de participantes (em média):

Caminhadas mais relevantes:

Caminhadas para pessoas com deficiência?

Preços: Todas as caminhadas são gratuitas

Notas:

Financiamento: Sim

Organização: West Dunbartonshire Council, East Dunbartonshire Council, Stirling Council

Website:
http://www.wdcweb.info/leisure-and-tourism/outdoors-festival/

http://www.stirlinghogmanay.com/outdoorsfestival

Página do facebook:

Contacto:
Phone 0141 956 6586

Gillian.neil@west-dunbarton.gov.uk

Irvine Valley Walking Festival

IRVINE VALLEY WALKING FESTIVAL

Periodicity: annual

Location: Newmilns, East Ayrshire, Central Scotland, UK

Time of the year: May

Duration: 2 days - weekend

Number of Walks: 14 walks (guided)

1st edition: 2003

2010 edition: 7th - 9th May 2010
2010 edition programme:

2011 edition: 14th - 15th May 2011
2011 edition programme: http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk/ivrp/WalkingFestival_015735%204th%20print.pdf

2012 edition: 11th - 13th May 2012
2012 edition programme

Number of participants (average):

Notable walks:

Walks for disabled persons?

Price: No charge for the walks but donations are welcome

Notes:

Sponsoring: Sim

Organization: Irvine Valley Regeneration Partnership

Contact:
May Anderson

Irvine Valley Regeneration Partnership
The Town House
48-50 Main Street
NEWMILNS
Ayrshire
KA16 9DE

Telephone: 01560 322966
Fax: 01560 329058

ivrp@btconnect.com

Website:
http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk/ivrp/walkingfestival.htm

Facebook page:

Logo:

(see in portuguese)

Irvine Valley Walking Festival

IRVINE VALLEY WALKING FESTIVAL

(portuguese version - click here to see the english version)

Periodicidade: anual

Localização: Newmilns, East Ayrshire, Central Scotland, UK

Altura do ano: Maio

Duração: 2 dias - fim-de-semana

Número de caminhadas: 14 caminhadas (guiadas)

1ª edição: 2003

Edição 2010: 7 a 9 de Maio de 2010
Programa da edição 2010:

Edição 2011: 14 a 15 de Maio de 2011
Programa da edição 2011: http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk/ivrp/WalkingFestival_015735%204th%20print.pdf

Edição 2012: 11a 13 de Maio de 2012
Programa da edição 2012:

Número de participantes (em média):

Caminhadas mais relevantes:

Caminhadas para pessoas com deficiência?

Preços: As caminhadas são gratutitas, mas as doações são bem-vindas

Notas:

Financiamento: Sim

Organização: Irvine Valley Regeneration Partnership

Website: http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk/ivrp/walkingfestival.htm

Página do facebook:

Contacto:
May Anderson

Irvine Valley Regeneration Partnership
The Town House
48-50 Main Street
Newmilns
Ayrshire
KA16 9DE

Telephone: 01560 322966
Fax: 01560 329058

ivrp@btconnect.com