This is guidance only, on walk gradings as used in our programme of walks. For a specific walk, please read the detailed walk description which helps explain the reason for its grade. If in doubt, contact the leader.
| A+ Walks | Very strenuous. For experienced and very fit hillwalkers only. May be exposed routes with steep ascents or descents, scrambles, exposure or river crossings. Typically over 1100m ascent and/or distances over 20km/13 miles. Expect long stretches over very high, rough ground on a very long day’s walk. | ||
| A Walks | Strenuous. Good hill-fitness is required. Typically ascents between 800-1100m and/or distances between 10-20km/6-13 miles. Includes walking on rough open ground and may include steep ascents or descents or other features of an A+ walk. Typical Munro walk. | ||
| B+ Walks | Moderate to strenuous. Includes one A-grade feature, eg the ascent, the length or the nature of the terrain, compared to a standard B walk. Expect some steep gradients. Likely to be 5-6 hours’ walk. | ||
| B Walks | Moderate. Total ascent typically between 300-800m with a distance of 12-15km/8-10 miles. Some pathless rough or uneven ground. | ||
| C+ Walks | Easy to moderate. May include one B-grade feature, usually a short steep climb, some rough ground or it may be a level but longer walk. Total ascent may be up to 300m but will generally be gradual on paths. | ||
| C Walks | Leisurely. Total ascent usually less than 200m with a distance of up to 12km/7.5 miles on paths and tracks with good even surfaces or on minor roads. Flat or with gentle gradients only. | ||
| D Walks | Easy. Total distance up to approx. 7km/4 miles, almost flat, for people with possibly minor mobility issues. | SHW | SHW stands for Slow Hill Walk which can be added to an A or B walk to indicate that it will be taken at a slow pace, maintained from the start. |
Car Sharing Mileage Costs
If a walk is arranged and public transport cannot be used, we recommend that Car Sharing is used whenever possible. Although transport to and from walks cannot be guaranteed there are usually sufficient cars to accommodate everyone.
Those receiving lifts are expected to make a voluntary contribution towards the costs. A cost of 10 pence per passenger per mile has been recommended and the Walk Leaders will calculate the total mileage used for the journey and advise walkers. Car owners should check that this does not infringe the conditions of their car insurance.
On days when car transport is used, it is up to the driver of each car to decide, in consultation with his/her passengers, what they do about a meal or refreshments after the walk. It is recommended that this is sorted out before leaving Milngavie in order to avoid confusion at the end.