Walking Routes
This walking route leads up Rottenrow and around the City College. (M, R).
This walking route leads up into a loop around the Cathedral. (SH, R).
The route leads around halls of residences and into the Necropolis. (M, U, R).
The route leads around Glasgow Green and back through the city centre. (E, U, R)
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)
Our walk of the month for October is Alexandra Park.
The park takes it's name from Princess Alexandra, the wife of the future King Edward VII, who officially opened the park in 1870.
Our 1.94km route is rated E & A.
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 |
Walking Route Archive 2022 :
- January - Kelvingrove Park Walking Route 2k (E, U)
- February - Botanic Gardens Walking Route 3k (M, U, R)
- March - Clydeside Walking Route 3K (M, U, R)
- April - Science Centre Walking Route 3K (U, R)
- May - Kilpatrick Breas Walking Route (Starting point, M, SH, R, U)
- June - Milngavie Water Works Walking Route, Craigmadie route (E & A), Mugdock route (M, U, R)
- July - Whitelee Wind Farm Walking Route 2.5k (E, U, R)
- August - Pollock Country Park 4K (E, U, R)
- September - Kelvin Walkway 4-5 hours (U, M, R)
- October - Hidden Gardens 1k (E & A, U)
- November - Speirs Wharf 1k (M, U)
- December - Queens Parks 2.5k (E,U)
Walking Route Archive 2023 :
- January - Linn Park Walking Route 2k (E, U)
- Febuary - Newlands Park Walking Route, short route (E & A)
- March - White Cart Water Walking Route, short trail (E)
- April - Rouken Glen Walking Route 3km (E, A)
- May - Dams to Darnley Walking Route 6km (E)
- June - Glasgow Green Walking Route 3.6km (E)
- July - The Whangie Walking Route 4.5km (M & U)
- August - Alva Glen Walking Route 2.5km (M, U & SH)
- September - Bellahouston Park 2.2km (E & A)
*If you like walking and would like more inspiration of walks you can do around campus then check out our Tree Routes Webpage