Kilmardinny Loch

About this place

Small loch in Bearsden with an easy circular path, popular for wildlife spotting and a Gruffalo-themed trail.

This small loch in Bearsden offers an easy, flat circular walk suited to even the youngest family members, with swans and other waterfowl regularly seen on the water. The path has become locally known as a good spot for a Gruffalo-themed hunt, with families spotting features along the way that match the well-loved children's book, though this isn't an official waymarked trail. Kilmardinny House, an 18th-century building beside the loch, adds a bit of visual interest without being open to the public. It's a short, low-key outing rather than a full day out, well suited to a walk before or after nursery or school. It's free to visit, with parking nearby and the main path suitable for buggies.

Make a day of it — within 5km