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Portencross Castle – Start of Fairlie Moor Climb loop from West Kilbride

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Portencross Castle – Start of Fairlie Moor Climb loop from West Kilbride

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Portencross Castle – Start of Fairlie Moor Climb loop from West Kilbride

03:04

38.9km

570m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

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3.83 km

Portencross Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

"It is said that Portencross Castle was the last resting place of the great kings of Scotland."

Portencross Castle is about 3 km from West Kilbride. The site has been …

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5.14 km

Ardneil Bank Wood

Forest

6.43 km

Hunterston Power Station

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Powers up electric bikes when the wind doesn't blow.

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6.80 km

Beach

10.2 km

Allan Wood

Forest

10.8 km

Start of Fairlie Moor Climb

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A steep start, long way to go, take it easy.

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12.3 km

View of Great Cumbrae from Fairlie Moor Road

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Spectacular views of Great Cumbrae. Fairlie Moor Road is very quiet with smooth flowing tarmac.

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12.3 km

Fairlie Moor Viewpoint of Arran, Cumbrae & Bute

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Watch out for the Highland coos!!!

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13.1 km

Fairlie Moor Road and View of the Clyde and Cumbraes

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Well surfaced single track road and no/hardly any traffic. A good alternative to the Halley Brae out of Largs. Oh! Almost forgot to mention it's a long tough climb 4km …

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16.3 km

Caaf Reservoir

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A stunning reservoir to spin passed and a just reward for the climb up Fairlie Moor Road. Watch out for the slightly sharp turn at Birkheadsteel Bridge.

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33.2 km

Coastal Cycle Path Between Ardrossan and West Kilbride

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Fantastic smooth traffic free cycle lane along the coast between Ardrossan and West Kilbride.

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38.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.6 km

5.56 km

4.06 km

2.95 km

2.46 km

1.01 km

182 m

Surfaces

26.3 km

7.43 km

2.99 km

2.10 km

Elevation

Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Sunday 23 November

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Portencross Castle – Start of Fairlie Moor Climb loop from West Kilbride

Portencross Castle

Hunterston Power Station

Start of Fairlie Moor Climb

View of Great Cumbrae from Fairlie Moor Road

Fairlie Moor Viewpoint of Arran, Cumbrae & Bute

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