Along the Coffin Road to Clachan Church

Two Hundred years ago this route was the main overland route connecting two coastal communities.

Clachan Church was its main church the route over the hill from Dundonnell is sometimes referred to as the ‘Kirk road’ or ‘Coffin road’. The present church was built in 1817 near to its predecessor from 1793.

The route crosses high hill-ground and can be a difficult undertaking when the weather is coming in. Your effort will be well rewarded with breathtaking views over mighty An Teallach, the Fannichs and the two Loch Brooms.


Walk details: 6.5 miles, 10 km – Ascent 400 m, Descent 450 m – Walking time 3.5 h


ONLY 7 CLIENTS MAXIMUM ON THIS WALK. PLEASE BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.



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Free cancellation until 7 days before the departure
Cancellation fees:
+7 days - No charge
7 days-3 days - 10% of total reservation value
<3 days - 100% of total reservation value
What is included
  • Fully guided walk
  • Insight into Geology and Nature
  • Fully qualified Walking Guide
  • Transfer from Ullapool to Start of Walk and return to Ullapool
  • A short intro into navigation in the mountains with map and compass


Meeting point
  • Dondonnell River Bridge just off A832, Dundonnell River Bridge just off A832, Garve, IV23 2QN
Important information
  • Good pair of walking boots/shoes
  • Warm layers for when the weather is not ideal
  • Waterproof trousers and jacket
  • Snacks & Lunch for a break outside while on the walk
  • Rucksack to carry all above 

Attention

Meeting point for transport from Ullapool is the Royal Hotel Ullapool Car Park at 10 am.


For all who make their own way to the Start of the walk, meeting time is 10.45 am. 


(meeting at the start of the walk is possible but you won`t get back to your car - linear walk - best is a drop off from someone else if not using the transfers from Ullapool)


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