Mac Pool to Polly's Coffee Shop

We will cross the main A816 to reach the canal tow path and use this to head west, past Crinan Hotel and crossing the road before the canal swing bridge. We will then continue onto Lock 10 and stop for a light refreshment at Polly,s Coffee Stop https://www.facebook.com/Pollyscoffee. We will then return by the same route back to the MacPool car park.

This is a short traffic free route of 6 miles in total with very little elevation, along the canal tow path. It is perfect for anyone new to cycling or returning after a period off the bike. Our aim is to help you feel supported and to enjoy cycling in a relaxed and friendly environment.

This route will be predominately on the canal with just a short road section to access the canal at the beginning. We will make one road crossing on foot then part of the canal path has shared access with cars on single track. You will be guided by two leaders at all times.

We will stop at Polly's Coffee stop at Dunardy Locks on the Crinan Canal. Generally you can have a hot drink and cake with occasionally soup. You can find the menu for Polly's on Facebook and they take card payments. Should the coffee shop be closed for any reason we can have refreshments back at the Mac Pool Activity Hub cafe.

Please bring along a well fitting helmet, water, a snack, some cash or a card if you wish to purchase refreshments. Please dress for the weather in clothes you feel comfortable in. We also ask that you bring along a pump and inner tube to fit your bike.

First-timers welcome!