Kirkcaldy. Diageo Path, Johnny Marshall's Loan
Description
Start the plot by indicating the starting point. If you know the exact car parking situation, please explain how to park.
If we can access the starting point with public transports, please explain the lines to use and share any useful informations.
(S) From here, describe the instructions to follow from the starting point.
Add waypoints by clicking on the map.
The plot has to end by the location where the walk finishes. If it is a loop please write (S/E) at the end of the description. If it is a one way route write (E).
Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 103 m
- 1 : km 0.01 - alt. 103 m - Over time, parts of a route may become difficult to navigate or blocked and detours may be required.
------------
This is a pleasant route to walk in winter and summer providing the vegetation is cutback.
Diageo, the owners of Cluny Bond, have stated they will maintain year-round access along the section of this route, B981 road to Redford Bridge, from march 2023.
Diageo built this path to as a replacement for one which was lost due to the construction of the Cluny Bond.
Johnny Marshall's Loan, from Redford Bridge to the A92 - gorse was cut back and roots removed, along with overhanging tree branches, during 2021. It is hoped that arrangements can be put in place to maintain year-round access along this path.
------------
The route starts here:-
Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qZifDXWBJYA4TLCZ6
what3words: https://w3w.co/grant.parked.diverting
Nearest Post Code: KY2 6YZ (not a precise location)
----------------
The OS map for this route: https://shop.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/map-of-dunfermline-kirkcaldy-glenrothes-south/
To align the map with your surroundings, use either a magnetic compass: https://shop.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/search.php?search_query=compass
Or OS Locate: https://shop.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/apps/os-locate/
If the paper OS map is bought, the equivalent digital map may be downloaded to your device.
-----------------
This route includes parts on the Fife Core Path Network: https://fifecouncil.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=844bb990a22b4b59ba5fe8628c0576e6
----------------------
This 1913 map shows:-
Chapel, Chapel Home Farm, Dothan Cottages & Three Stones(see picture): https://maps.nls.uk/view/75533581
This 1913 map shows Redford Bridge, Johnny Marshall’s Loan & River Ore, which was diverted in places for railway line building.: https://maps.nls.uk/view/75533218
“Courtesy of the National Library of Scotland”
----------------------
The Scottish Access Code.
A practical guide for all - https://www.outdooraccess-scotland.scot/practical-guide-all
- S/E : km 10.62 - alt. 104 m
Useful Information
Always stay careful and alert while following a route. Visorando and the author of this walk cannot be held responsible in the event of an accident during this route.
