Sanquhar to Wanlockhead| This is a short and relativly easy section of the route that experienced walkers should be able to complete in half a day. This gives you time to look around the village of Wanlockhead with it's museum of lead mining. | From Sanquhar the Way winds up through farmland, passing the Black Loch and then a strenuous climb onto the hills. Dipping slightly down to Cogshead, a perfect spot to stop for lunch you will then ascend back onto the tops before go | Most of this section is on good paths. There are a few soft patches that cyclists and horse riders should avoid. There is an alternative route from cogshead which should be used in shooting season when advised. |
Start | Sanquhar | Finish | Wanlockhead | OS Explorer
Maps | 329 - Lowther Hills, Sanquhar & Leadhills | Distance | 13km / 8 miles | Height Range | 140 - 480m | Total ascent | 440 metres. | Information
Shelter | Near River Nith bridge and on museum wall at Wanlockhead. | Leaflet box | Brandleys NS 810115. | Supplies | Shops are availiable in Sanquhar or Leadhills (off route) | Public transport | Trains from Sanquhar to Glasgow and Carlisle. Buses from Sanquhar to Ayr and Dumfries | Accommodation | |
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