Iron Age Fort is an archaeological site situated next to Glenashdale Falls on the Isle of Arran. The fort was once a settlment enclosed within a thick dry-stone wall in the shape of a semicircle.

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September 21, 2023

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Great place for a 2Hr yomp, steep in places and many ways to plan a route so choose which items to see and a route that suits you

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1. Iron Age Fort & Glenashdale Falls from Whiting Bay

5.90km

01:40

130m

Hike to the spectacular Glenashdale Falls and an Iron Age fort from Whiting Bay, enjoying coastal views on this easy 3.7-mile route.

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2. Whiting Bay & Glenashdale Wood loop via Iron Age Fort

7.67km

02:14

210m

200m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Glenashdale Falls – View of Holy Isle loop from Whiting Bay

6.23km

01:49

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 80 m

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Location: Arran, West Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Iron Age Fort Glenbrittle

1. Iron Age Fort & Glenashdale Falls from Whiting Bay

2. Whiting Bay & Glenashdale Wood loop via Iron Age Fort

3. View of Glenashdale Falls – View of Holy Isle loop from Whiting Bay

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