According to the Rev William Forsyth, one of John Roy’s men took the ‘Green Banner of Kincardine’ to the summit of Cairngorm on the anniversary of the Raising of the Standard at Glenfinnan 19th August.
Anail a’ Ghaidheil, air a’ mhullach
Walk to the summit of Cairngorm
Saturday 15th August 2009
The start point is on the Cairngorm Ski road, at the Allt Mor Car Park, NH 983 087, at 10am. (Go past the Hayfield Car Park a further 250m.)
An alternative start is to join the walk in Coire Cas at the Top Car Park about 10.45am., NH 990 060, but please ‘check in’ at Allt Mor.
The Walk (click to enlarge, ESC to exit viewer)
Dogs must be kept on the lead.
The walk is over rough terrain. Bring your own Map and compass – you will need OS 1:50 sheet 36 or OS 1: 25 Explorer sheet 403 and a compass, and know how to use it.
Walking boots are needed and waterproof jacket and trousers, warm clothes, hat & gloves, food & drink should be carried, also midge repellent & sunscreen.
Persons improperly clad or equipped will be advised NOT to take part.
The Route – see sketch map
Allt Mòr Car Park by good track to Coire Cas Car Park.
Up a steep and rocky path onto Sròn an Aonaich (Windy Ridge), pausing for a picnic somewhere. Continue to the Ptarmigan, and then by the Marquis’ Well,to the summit of Cairngorm for our Ceremony of Unfurling the Banner.
We will return directly down to the Ptarmigan, where there is the option for any who wish to, to descend by the Funicular (cost about £6 adult). Otherwise retrace the ascent route.
Contacts:
To join the walk, and general enquiries: Ann 01479 810818
If Ann unavailable, and ‘on the day’: Fionnghal 01479 841672.
Please register your interest by completing the form below – thank you!
