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1. Mugdock Castle, Craigend Castle & Craigallian Loch loop from Milngavie

13.4km

03:34

150m

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

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2. Mugdock Castle – Mugdock Loch loop from Blanefield

7.35km

01:56

60m

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

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3. Craigallian Loch – Mugdock Castle loop from Strathblane

11.9km

03:09

110m

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

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Brian

February 11, 2018

Mugdock Castle stands on a rocky promontory which rises gently on its eastern and southern approaches but falls steeply away to the north and west. Protection to the east, north and west was provided by Mugdock Loch which was much greater in size in the Middle Ages than it is today. A ridge of volcanic rock running from east to west just south of the Castle kept the water level high. This provided the Castle with a natural defence on three sides making it difficult for attackers to mount an assault.. When this was removed by blasting in Victorian times, the level dropped by two metres.

Dan Hobson

May 7, 2019

Mugdock Castle and country park is free to enter and has free parking. For opening times and more information, visit: mugdock-country-park.org.uk.

Jost

February 23, 2015

Beautiful old castle on the way behind Milngavie.

Nice Castle on the way out of Mingavie.

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Location: Strathblane, Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

Mugdock Castle

1. Mugdock Castle, Craigend Castle & Craigallian Loch loop from Milngavie

2. Mugdock Castle – Mugdock Loch loop from Blanefield

3. Craigallian Loch – Mugdock Castle loop from Strathblane

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