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Walking at Drumlanrig
From short trails to more strenuous way marked paths, walking is still the best way to really enjoy the outdoor experience that makes Drumlanrig so special. Rediscover the two Victorian pathways and the original 19th century tracks and paths all waiting to be explored.
The numerous trails, which range from 1.5km to 7km, follow a network of paths and tracks, originally laid out in the early 19th Century. The way-marked walks at Drumlanrig lead through a variety of different habitat types and visit many different features both natural and manmade.
Visitors may experience the wide variety of wildlife to be found at Drumlanrig whilst following the routes, with a good chance of spotting the ever popular Red Squirrel.
Dogs must be kept under close control at all times to prevent disturbance to wildlife and stock.
Choose one of the walks below:
To Beech Loch and Back
1.5 km - Purple way-markers - Grade: Easy
A pleasant stroll through the mixed woodland adjacent to the Castle. It is an ideal way to take in the sights and sounds of the woodland, without building up much of a sweat.
A Turn Along the Marr Burn
2 km - Blue way-markers - Grade: Moderate
Not only does this walk take you past three lochs and the Coldstream and Marr burn, but the heritage sites scattered throughout the woodlands will also take you back in time.
A Breath of Fresh Air
4 km - Green way-markers - Grade: Strenuous
Following a strenuous uphill climb, the magnificent viewpoint of Mount Malloch provides views over the Lowther Hills and Drumlanrig Castle nestled within the valley.
Enchanted Forest
7 km - Red way-markers - Grade: Strenuous
A longer route enabling walkers to explore the many beautiful locations and different habitats along the route, including open farmland, native broadleaved and coniferous woodland, hedgerows and lochs.
Places of special interest ...
Some of the walks pass places of special interest within the Drumlanrig Estate. Depending on the walk, look out for the Cascade, Beech Loch, the Heather Houses, the Chimney, several stone bridges and the Leaping Arch.
Full details of all the walks, with maps, can be found on our walking leaflet which can be purchased at the Visitor Centre in the Stableyard.
Take nothing but pictures. Leave nothing but footprints.
Kill nothing but time.
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