Mill Glen, Tillicoultry

An exciting short walk exploring the dramatic Mill Glen, one of the gorges that scour the southern wall of the Ochils. There are many bridges and small waterfalls as well as the fabulous glen itself. NB: The first half of this walk up the Mill Glen is currently closed due to danger of rockfall. Only the return leg of the walk is currently accessible, high above the glen.

Terrain

Clear and popular path; however there are many steps, it is rough in places and there are unprotected drops so it is given a grade 2.

Public Transport

Bus to Tillicoultry

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Start

Upper Mill St, Tillicoultry. Map and directions.

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Walk Statistics

Distance: 2km/1.25 miles
Time: 1 hour
Ascent: 152m (Profile)
Grid Ref: NS914974

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Walk Description

Stage 1

There is on street parking along Upper Mill Street which branches north from the main road towards the west end of Tillicoultry. The walk begins from the top of this street, near the large former mill building (now flats). Do not cross the bridge but head into the open green space with the information board which gives the details of this walk. Follow the path beside the burn into the wooded lower part of the glen.

Stage 2

There are small waterfalls in the burn before the path crosses an old stone arched bridge and then climbs a first flight of steps on the far side. Through the trees on the right are glimpses of a bigger waterfall, whilst a quarry on the left has eaten a large chunk out of the front of the Ochils. The path now continues across the rocky side of the gorge, with a handrail on the right. Go through a gate and soon the path switches sides once more via a second bridge.

Stage 3

Continue by the tumbling burn and cross it twice more in quick succession. There are further small waterfalls in the ravine which sees little sun due to the steep rocky sides. Ascend another flight of steps above a larger cascade and continue to reach another bridge, this time dramatically spanning the gorge high above the burn. Go up the short flight of steps to the left but then turn sharp right to stay on the main path, now high above a flatter section of the ravine bed.

Stage 4

The path crosses one final bridge to the east bank. The popular hillwalkers' route to the summit of Ben Cleuch descends from here to cross the burn and can be seen climbing up the ridge of the Law. Our route though turns right on an obvious path which cuts back across the gorge slopes, still climbing slightly though you are now facing back down towards Tillicoultry.

Stage 5

Follow the path as it contours the steep slopes, taking care as the drop into the gorge is steep and unprotected. Keep on the main path as it eventually begins to zig-zag down back towards the start. Go through a metal gate and continue down a steep section, turning right after some steps to return to the car park.

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Route Profile

Walking can be dangerous and is done entirely at your own risk. Information is provided free of charge; it is each walkers' responsibility to check it and navigate using a map and compass.