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CATHKIN BRAES COUNTRY PARK -

View across Glasgow from Cathkin Braes Country Park.

Next formal event to be confirmed.

When combined with the adjacent "Big Wood", this area provides the most challenging orienteering available within the City. 

The area was first mapped in the 1970s by Mr.J.W.Baillie, Geography Teacher from Cathkin High School.
Since then it has been remapped on 3 occasions. 

18 controls make up the permanent course. With tussocky terrain, stout footwear is advised. Walking time for the course is approximately 60 minutes.

Venue for the 2014 Commonwealth Games Mountain Biking Event. 

Course checked August 2008. Post 9 missing.

Park History:
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Presented to the City in 1886 by Mr.James Dick and in accordance with his wishes, the Park has 
been left in its natural beauty. Every part is open to the public to roam about at will.

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Course spans the west end of the Braes including Big Wood.

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Highest point is Queen Mary’s Seat, about 600ft. above sea level.

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Watch for diving skylarks on the grassland to the west.

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Extensive views across the City of Glasgow and beyond.

Location details: Castlemilk - Glasgow G45

Bounded by Cathkin Rd. (B759), Burnside Rd., Ardencraig Rd. & Carmunnock Rd. (B766).

Grid Ref. NS 620 580

 

 

 

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