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The Mull of Galloway
A clifftop loop at Scotland's most southerly point, with a lighthouse and seabirds.
- Distance
- 3.2 km
- Ascent
- 270 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 67 m
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About this walk
The Mull of Galloway is an easy 3.2 km circular walk with 270 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Mull of Galloway lighthouse (grid reference NX 156 303).
The Mull of Galloway is the southernmost point of Scotland, a headland of high cliffs with a Stevenson lighthouse, built in 1830, on its tip. The cliffs are an RSPB reserve, busy with guillemots, razorbills and kittiwakes in early summer.
The walk loops round the headland on clifftop paths, with views to the Isle of Man, Ireland and the Cumbrian fells on a clear day.
Route
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Round the headland
Follow the clifftop paths round the Mull and back to the lighthouse.
Summit
On the way
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Mull of Galloway LighthouseLighthouse · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does The Mull of Galloway take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 3.2 km route, which has 270 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Mull of Galloway lighthouse (grid reference NX 156 303). Car park at the lighthouse.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- No practical public transport.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Grassy clifftop paths, unfenced in places.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Keep well back from the cliff edge, and keep dogs on a lead.
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