The Official West Highland Way website is www.westhighlandway.org
Find all the information you need to immerse yourself in the wild landscapes of Scotland and the country’s best loved long distance walking route. Please check the Notices page for latest updates.
Sam sets out along the West Highland Way to explore his heritage and reflect on the personal waypoints that define him. A love letter to the wild Scottish landscape that means so much to him.
There has been significant investment made by the Milngavie business improvement district at the start of the West Highland Way. Walkers can enjoy our town before setting out on their journey.
Officially opened on 6 October 1980, the Way is the most established and best-loved of Scotland’s long distance walking routes, attracting a growing number of UK and overseas visitors.
Help us ensure it can be enjoyed by everyone for the next 40 years.
Buy the special Official Passport. Funds raised help to maintain the 96 miles from Milngavie to Fort William.
Creature Comforts.
3 Mugdock Road. Opposite Bank of Scotland.
Gavin’s Mill.
Through underpass, largest map of the West Highland Way.
Baxter’s Newsagent.
Main Street
Open at 5am for early birds.
Graeme Pharmacy.
33 Station Road. Near Milngavie Train Station.
M & D Green
Douglas Street.
Just a few yards away from the start in the town centre
The Honeybee Bakery.
Station Road. Near Milngavie train station.
Debra Charity Shop.
37 Douglas Street.
Near the clock. Camping gear for last minute items
First of all, check the businesses above selling official merchandise for last minute journey essentials. Midge and tick spray, Gas canisters, walking socks, guide books, toilet bags, official passports, eco towels, shampoo bars, travel soap.
There is a Scottish Water top up tap in Douglas Street for you to use for free.
The Honeybee Bakery even sell a ‘WHW’ branded coffee.
Toilets available to the public in the Community Centre are open Monday to Saturday from 8am. Closed on Sundays. They can be found after a short 4 minute walk from the start of the route. Head down the ramp, walk over the car park and after a short distance along the path, look for the sign to the Community Centre on the left.
AMS Scotland provide a West Highland Way baggage transfer service from Milngavie to Fort William. This allows you to carry a light day pack for your days’ essentials and enjoy your trip without the burden of carrying a heavy rucksack. See Video on YouTube
Why not visit Milngavie the day before you set off to spend time exploring the town and getting the all important selfies.
Milngavie is a bustling little town, with over 150 thriving businesses serving an affluent population. There are lots of food and drink outlets to enjoy on the morning you start your journey, or an evening out for dinner the night before.
