What we’re about
Welcome to Glasgow Young Walkers (GYW), a walking group for young adults based in Glasgow. How young you ask? Well, we have members in their 20s, 30s & 40s. So really, anyone over 18 is welcome to join!
We have an active walks programme with a walk organised most weekends. From urban walks and Munro's to weekend trips in the countryside, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Join us to meet like-minded outdoor enthusiasts, explore beautiful locations, and create unforgettable memories. So whether you’re new to walking, or never far from the mountains, we’ll happily welcome you! On the social side we have regular pub nights as well as other events throughout the year.
We are a Ramblers affiliated group. Not a Ramblers member? No problem, you can still join us for up to 3 walks. Once you become a Ramblers member you will have access to a variety of training courses, including first aid, navigation and walk leadership that will enhance your hill skills and up your confidence levels plus a huge variety of other membership benefits.
To join us on a walk, browse the events page and sign up to a walk that takes your fancy.
We hope to see you on a walk soon!
Code of Conduct
We will not accept:
-Aggressive or abusive behaviour
-Offensive comments/jokes
-Bullying or harassment
-Unsolicited advances/contact (including in-person, text, calls, Whatsapp, email)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- [Weather Dependent]Corbett Walk - The CobblerNeeds location
Please note that this walk is weather dependent
Join Glasgow Young Walkers for a walk up the Cobbler, as per Walkhighlands, 'has the most distinctive outline of any mountain in the Southern Highlands and makes a fantastic shorter hillwalk.’
Depending on the weather, we will either do a loop walk (involving some scrambling during the ascent) or walk up and down the same way involving just stone steps. We won't be threading the needle in this walk.
We expect this walk to be completed in around 6 hours to ensure enough daylight throughout the walk.
- Meeting point: Succoth car park, Arrochar. (56°12'21.6"N 4°45'02.5"W) Open in Google Maps.
- Meeting time: 08:30am
- Distance: 11km / 6.75 miles
- Ascent: 920m
- Duration: 6 hours
- Terrain: Clear paths with some steep rocky sections, particularly on the ascent.
- **Difficulty: Strenuous (**potentially involving with scrambling)
Getting there
By car: The starting point of the walk is around 1 hour by car from the city centre of Glasgow.
Drivers are needed for this walk! If you can offer a lift, please add this to the comments with the number of places you have. Non drivers will be expected to contribute towards fuel cost.By Bus: Citylink bus 926 from Buchannan Bus Station will arrive at the Arrochar car park at 0722. Please book the ticket in advance to ensure you have got seat.
By Train: The closest station is Arrochar & Tarbet (~3km walk to the meeting point). The train will arrive at the station at 07:08.
Please note that number of attendees is limited to 6 people this walk.
This is a strenuous hill walk which is suitable for those with reasonable fitness levels. Please wear suitable walking boots and bring your full waterproofs as well as plenty of layers with you. Please also make sure that have plenty of food and water (minimum 2 litres) on you.
If you have any questions, please feel free to drop me a message here, or text me by 07849518741.
- Highlandman's Hike HelensburghHelensburgh Central Train Station, Glasgow
"This short walk is a great way to explore the immediate surroundings of Helensburgh initially along the John Muir Way before joining local footpaths to Rhu. The route passes Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s acclaimed Hill House**, before heading through woodland to an ancient ***cup and ring marked rock ***and then along the Highlandman’s Road drovers route to Rhu."
This walk is best enjoyed on a dry, crisp day so I'll keep an eye on the weather leading up to the walk. Option to stay longer for lunch/hot drinks in Helensburgh before heading home.
Further route info:
https://johnmuirway.org/day-trips/helensburgh-highlandmans-hike/- Meeting point: Helensburgh Central Train Station
- Meeting time: 10am
- Distance: 6.5 miles/10.4km
- Ascent : 170m
- Duration: Walk approx 2.5 hours, option to stay later for coffee
- Terrain: Mix of pavement, forest, and gravel paths.
- Difficulty: Leisurely with some uphill/downhill sections
Getting There:
By car: To help the environment, please use public transport or car share wherever possible. If driving, there is free parking at the Helensburgh Leisure Centre car park.By Public Transport: There is a train leaving Glasgow Queen Street at 9.02am which arrives at 09.47am in Helensburgh Central Station.
Please note that the number of attendees on this walk is limited to 15 attendees.
Please wear suitable walking shoes (path could be muddy) and waterproof clothing if wet.
If you have any questions on the walk, please drop me a message here, on the GYW WhatsApp, or send me text on 07757081964.
![[Weather Dependent]Corbett Walk - The Cobbler cover photo](https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/2/f/d/event_524528957.webp "[Weather Dependent]Corbett Walk - The Cobbler")
