waterside
The stories
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Distance: 1.69km
Total Ascent: 22m
Estimated Time: 30mins
A walk along the Luggie and up through the Rosebank houses with a view of the Campsies. A short ascent, but no steps and generally made paths throughout.
Online Route available here
The walk
Start here!
1.
Take the footpath next to the bench and follow it along the Luggie and towards Waterside Road.
2.
Take a right onto Waterside Road and cross over on the pedestrian crossing. Follow Waterside Road, crossing the end of Merkland Drive.
4.
At the end of the footpath turn right and follow the path along the back of the row of houses. You can see a lovely view of the Campsies on a good day!
3.
At the bus stop, take the footpath to your left that cuts through between the houses.
5.
Cross over the round piece of grass and onto Gartconnor Avenue. Follow the road up one block.
6.
Turn right onto Waterside Road and cross over towards the bus stop.
8.
When you reach the end of the school buildings, head straight down Gray Street.
7.
Take the steps down behind the bus stop and follow the path past the football fields and school building (There is an accessible ramp to your right!).
9.
Cross over the roundabout at the end of Gray Street and turn left onto Bankhead Road. Follow back just a few steps to the bench.
You got there!