Walkers heading for the Kilpatrick Hills have clogged up the streets of Old Kilpatrick with parked cars, prompting West Dunbartonshire Council to take action WALKERS heading for the Kilpatrick Hills could face restrictions to parking and vehicle access. The move comes after concerns were raised over people leaving their cars on residential streets and making it unsafe for those living in the area. The proposals will be discussed at a full meeting of West Dunbartonshire Council (WDC) on May 26. A report published in advance of the meeting told how visitor numbers increased by as much as six fold last year, compared to 2019.
Action launched to tackle yobs littering and leaving human waste in Kilpatrick Hills
A council report has laid bare the extent of the trouble being caused at the scenic location. (Image: Lennox Herald)
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Yobs are causing bother, leaving litter and human waste behind as they behave “irresponsibly” when visiting the Kilpatrick Hills.
First up: Inverclyde Ramblers
By John McIndoe & Thomas Jones, Inverclyde Ramblers
Start: Newark Castle, Port Glasgow
Distance: 5 miles/8 kilometres
Time: 2.5 to 3 hours
Terrain: Established tarmac path and concrete walkway with a short walk along the sandy beach to reach the burn.
Level: Suitable for almost everyone. A flat level walk along the coastal path – with no hills.
Access: Easily accessed by train or bus to Port Glasgow. If travelling by car follow the A8 and at Port Glasgow take the turn-off to Ferguson’s shipyard – follow the road past the yard gates to a large car park beside Newark Castle. Newark Castle is 15 minutes walk from Port Glasgow train station.
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