Walking Routes

Walking routes pictures

15 Minute/1K Walking Route

This walking route leads up Rottenrow and around the City College. (M, R). 

Walking routes pictures

30 Minute/2 K Walking Route

This walking route leads up into a loop around the Cathedral. (SH, R). 

Campus pictures

45 Minute/3 K Walking Route

The route leads around halls of residences and into the Necropolis. (M, U, R). 

Campus pictures

1 Hour/4 K Walking Route

The route leads around Glasgow Green and back through the city centre. (E, U, R)

Walking Routes

Breathing Space Bench route

This short walking route goes past the University breathing space benches, where students and staff of the University will find a place to gather their thoughts, and take time to reflect, or rest, during their walk. (E & A, R)

Walk of the month

Our walk of the month for October is Loudon Hill. A striking volcanic plug rising above the Ayrshire landscape, Loudon Hill offers a scenic and historically rich walking route just off the A71 near Darvel. Starting from the Spirit of Scotland monument car park, the circular trail leads you across the River Irvine and gently climbs around the base of the hill before a steeper ascent to the summit. Though short in distance (around 2–3 miles), the route includes some rugged and muddy terrain, rewarding walkers with panoramic views across Ayrshire, and even the Isle of Arran on clear days.

 

Strathclyde Sport Walking Routes

Strathclyde Sport has developed a simple grading system for our inclusive walking routes. See the table below to ensure you can choose the route that's right for you. 

Walking Route Grading Meaning  Code

Easy 

 Easy routes are generally flat and avoid hills or steep inclines. Terrain surface will be firm.  E

Easy and Accessible 

 Routes are wide and flat avoiding steep hills. Any steps present will be short and will have a handrail or a ramp alternative. You will find regular rest stops, such as benches, along the route.  E & A
Moderate  There may be steps or steeper hills included in the route. Terrain might include grass or soil which may get loose or soft underfoot after rain.  M

Includes steep hills 

 The route follows a steep incline at least once.  SH

Uneven terrain 

 This route will go through grass, soil, or other terrain which may become soft or uneven in rain or wet weather.  U

Road 

 The route includes crossing a road. Ensure you follow the highway code when doing so.  R

Our walking route archive can now be found in the ExHALE Resources page 

*If you like walking and would like more inspiration of walks you can do around campus then check out our Campus Tree Trail