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The Byne Climb (Ayrshire Alps) – Old Kirk of Kirkoswald loop from Girvan

The Byne Climb (Ayrshire Alps) – Old Kirk of Kirkoswald loop from Girvan

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The Byne Climb (Ayrshire Alps) – Old Kirk of Kirkoswald loop from Girvan

01:54

44.0km

370m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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438 m

The Byne Climb (Ayrshire Alps)

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Distance - 4.48km 2.78miles
Ascent - 137m 450ft
Gradient - 3.1%

Strava segment: strava.com/segments/3622931

The Ayrshire Alps consist of numerous challenging road cycle climbs. They were conceived by Ayr Burners …

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5.67 km

View of Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran

Highlight • Climb

Slow and steady climb with a chance to catch your breath at the passing place on the bend and take in in views of Ailsa Craig

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10.3 km

Black Wood

Forest

19.1 km

Knowes Woods

Forest

25.4 km

Old Kirk of Kirkoswald

Highlight • Historical Site

These atmospheric remains are from an old parish church built in 1604. The church was constructed upon instruction from Lady Kennedy of Bargany to house the body of Laird of Bargany. The remains are a Scheduled Monument.

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25.7 km

Ballantrae Village

Highlight • River

Ballantrae is a picturesque coastal village surrounded by spellbinding South Ayrshire countryside. Within the village, you find accommodation, places to eat and drink, shops, and other attractions. It is a great place for a pit-stop or an overnight stay.

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44.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.1 km

14.5 km

450 m

Surfaces

43.8 km

Elevation

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Monday 7 September

16°C

12°C

79 %

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The Byne Climb (Ayrshire Alps) – Old Kirk of Kirkoswald loop from Girvan

The Byne Climb (Ayrshire Alps)

View of Ailsa Craig and the Isle of Arran

Old Kirk of Kirkoswald

Ballantrae Village

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