Moffat

Gillian invited Foot based fun fan Mark Oliver Everett to join us

 in the Borders but regrettably he was involved in an alternative Ramble Stateside.

Gillian,Alison,June,Marion,Neil,Alfie & Bruce

head south to

Moffat Scotland's first "Walkers Are Welcome" Town.
Sean give us an update on today's weather

"Slightly Chilly but nothing that should bother the hardy soles of Lasramblas".

Route

Neil,Alison.June,Gillian & Marion

June, Marion,Neil Gillian & Alison

Alison can't believe it's almost over

Time to head off for a Refreshment

The Buccleuch Arms serves a mighty Fine Burger

MOFFAT A WALKERS WELCOME TOWN

Killin Heritage Path

Tina Weymouth had asked Alison if she could join us

but twisted her ankle on the way to the Airport

Gillian.Alison,Bruce,Marion,Neil,Linda,Sam,Alfie & Avril 

are joined on the edge of Loch Tay by Mr Ron
Hey Sean what's the story on the weather?

"Well Lasramblas its a day for slapping a bit of sunscreen on a baldy head".

Route

Avril,Gillian,Marion,Neil,Mr Ron & Linda

Slightly Wet underfoot

Falls of Dochart

Castle Semple & The Collegiate Church,Lochwinnoch

Sam had asked Cindy Wilson to venture out with us today,

she was keen as Mustard but had already arranged to tune her Bongo's

once they were ready she sent this ditty by way of apology

Bruce, Marion, Neil, Linda, Sam & Alfie

take a saunter loch side

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Castle Semple Loch

 

Marion,Linda,Neil,Alfie & Sam in Red Nose Ribaldry

Swan

Nice Earings Audrey

The Collegiate Church built 1504

Nonchalont Marion

Linda admires the Gothic Masonry of Lord Semple's Tomb

Neil & the gravestone of Gabriel Semple 1587

Time to head to the Brown Bull for a spot of lunch

Impromptu Snowdrop walk

On the spur of the moment a few of us head to Mugdock to see the Snowdrops,

Sadly not enough notice for Jethro Tull to step out with us who were stuck with an urgent Seed Drill repair.

Attended by Gillian,Alison,Marion & Bruce 

Route

Alison looks overjoyed

Mugdock Castle

Gillian,Alison & Marion Explore the Castle Ruins

Alison examines the ancient pointing

Time for Coffee

Loudoun Hill Walk

Las Ramblas Ramblers officially start 2011 with a gentle stroll to Loudoun Hill 

Musical accompaniment by Gary's childhood friend Robert Johnson who sadly couldn't attend

Gillian,Alison,June,Bruce,Marion,Avril,Gary,Neil & Sam

head to East Ayrshire, in keeping with tradition Neil got lost.
Sean what's happening weather wise

"Hold onto your hat's Lasramblas is going to be a blustery day on top of the Hill's".

Loudoun Hill, is a cap of rock on a lush green hillside. It is in reality a volcanic plug and is located in East Ayrshire, most famous for the battle that was fought there. The way Loudoun Hill is situated and the height it has, gives it a great tactical advantage point. From the top of Loudoun Hill, one can see complete 360 degree views. And this very reason is why the battle of Sir William Wallace against the English took place. He defeated them successfully in the year 1296. On a sloped hillside that sits aside Loudoun Hill is a monument that is dedicated to Wallace.

 The hills height tops out at 1,036 feet

Route

Alison in an Arboreal mood

Neil, Gary & Sam

Our glorious leader shows the way on a tricky accent

Bruce,Avril,June,Gillian,Alison,Marion,Neil & Sam

on the summit

descent

The Spirit of Scotland monument by Richard Price

http://www.richardpricestudio.com/index.htm



The Unofficial Inverness New Year Bear Walk

Kay & Kevin asked along their old buddy Henry Hall
Unfortunately he lost his Sat-nav and his chance to join us for today's walk

Much to Gillian's dismay a Traitorous bunch travel North
for an Unofficial New Year's Bear Walk

Attended by Bruce, Marion, Neil, Linda, Sam, Alfie

joined by Andy, Jill, Kevin, Kay, Bob & Haddie.

Route

Sam,Andy,Alfie,Kay,Kevin,Bruce,Linda,Jill & Bob prepare

to go down to the wood's today

Bob,Kevin,Haddie,Alfie & Sam

hope for a big surprise

Linda,Alfie,Kay,Marion,Kevin,Haddie,Jill & Sam
Andy & Neil are here they must be in disguise

Alfie,Jill,Linda,Marion,Andy & Neil

Celebrating with Sparklers at Journeys end

Then the Snow came down

Forest looking slightly different

Heading to the hills

Marion's Angel of the Frozen North

Time to look out a shovel & find the Car

Glen Park to Glennifer Brae's

Despite her reservations Gillian invited Lou Reed to join us in Paisley
he was however a notable absentee but he sent his apologies in song

Gillian,Alison,Bruce,Marion,Neil.Linda,Sam,Alfie and Avril take a walk on the wild side in Paisley

Route

Alison at The Bonnie Wee Well

Sam and Alfie Prepare for a Troglodyte lifestyle

The curious case of the Missing Handbag

As all experienced Ramblers will know a handbag is the most important item to carry with you when out in the wild and Gillian as always was well prepared today, or so she thought, however as we exited the  forest heading to the Seven Falls she realised this life saving piece of kit had been mislaid. Do we carry on regardless and risk death or retrace our steps in an attempt to retrieve the missing portmanteau,

Alfie was on the case striding out ahead using all of his deductive powers he found the bag just where Alison for reasons best known to herself had ducked behind a bush. Paisley could sleep easy tonight everything was well with the world and we could retire to the Uplawmoor hotel for a refreshment.

If you want more information on the town of Paisley try here:-

http://www.paisley.org.uk/index.php

for a great Bar meal on a cold day

http://www.uplawmoor.co.uk/

Due to the abrupt termination of this walk  it is continued on

http://lasramblasramblers.blogspot.com/2011/06/drumpellier-country-park-7-falls.html