Around 2,300 Kiltwalk Heroes are expected to hike three, 11 or 26 miles in Dundee Kiltwalk on Sunday.
The charity event, which raised almost £700,000 in 2019, is back with a bang after two years of being held virtually due to Covid.
And organisers say they are expecting an ‘incredible turnout’ as participants set off from St Andrews, Tayport and Broughty Ferry for Monifieth in The Mighty Stride, The Big Stroll and The Wee Wander.
Whether you are a walker or a spectator, we have all the information, including the weather forecast, you need ahead of Sunday’s Dundee Kiltwalk 2022.
Kiltwalk in numbers
- Around 2,300 walkers have signed up
- 300 charities will benefit
- 50% added to funds raised by The Hunter Foundation
- £696,000 raised in 2019
Dundee Kiltwalk 2022 weather
Good walking weather is forecast for Sunday, not too hot and little chance of rain.
According to Met Office predictions for Dundee made on Thursday morning, the temperature at 10am will be 15C, with a mixture of sun and clouds, albeit a little breezy with a windspeed of 13mph.
By 1pm the temperature is expected to be 17C, with cloud and wind of 12mph.
The routes – start and finish points
Click on the icons on our maps to find recommended spectator and photography points, start times and average completion times.
The Mighty Stride
At 26 miles, The Mighty Stride is a marathon ramble. But it’s also a scenic one, starting at the West Sands in St Andrews, winding through Tentsmuir Forest and crossing the Tay Road Bridge before passing Broughty Castle.
The Big Stroll
Stretching for 11 miles, The Big Stroll is a great challenge for those new to long-distance walking – but still no walk in the park. Participants set off from Tayport Common.
The Wee Wander
The Wee Wander is a great way for the whole family to join in the fun at a more manageable three miles. It starts at Castle Green, Broughty Ferry.
When do walkers start and finish?
- The Mighty Stride starts at 9am at West Sands, St Andrews
- The Big Stroll starts at 11am at Tayport Common
- The Wee Wander starts at midday at Castle Green, Broughty Ferry
Each route finishes in the Kiltwalk Village at the Blue Seaway park in Monifieth. The first finishers are expected around 1pm, with most crossing the line between 2pm and 3pm.
How will charities benefit?
Participants choose their own charity to raise funds for and around 300 causes are set to benefit from Dundee Kiltwalk 2022.
A 50% top-up for each participant from The Hunter Foundation will add 50p to every pound raised.
How can I learn more?
The Kiltwalk has several online resources including detailed route maps and details about transport and parking.
There is also a mobile Kiltwalk app available on Apple Store and Google Play.
- Dundee Kiltwalk website
- Walker guide
- Mighty Stride map
- Big Stroll map
- Wee Wander map
- Transport and parking guide
Make sure you pick up a copy of the Evening Telegraph on Monday, which will be publishing a roll of honour with every single Kiltwalk Hero to take part.
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