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Walking Waterloo Monument Location From Dumfries follow the A710 Solway Coast road through Islesteps to New Abbey. Description Leave the car park and turn right down Main Street until you reach The Square. Pass in front of the Abbey Arms and bear left. Turn left at the millpond and continue to the end of the minor road. Impressive boulder dykes skilfully constructed from granite 'footballs' bound this road. At the end of the road do not cross the burn; keep right and enter the field using the gate. Follow the path to the foot of the steps and up to Waterloo Monument. Your reward for a strenuous climb to the top is an excellent view over the Nith Estuary and across the Solway to the Lake District. In the foreground you can pick out the landmarks of New Abbey and the Crannog and island in Loch Kindar. The memorial, built in 1810, commemorates the British, Belgian and Prussian soldiers who, under Wellington and Blucher gained the victory of Waterloo. Retrace your steps back to New Abbey. Start Point The setting of the car park alongside Sweetheart Abbey in the picturesque village of New Abbey is an impressive start point for this walk. There are toilet, two pubs and a village shop close to hand. More Info For more information on walking in Dumfries & Galloway, please telephone 01387 253862 Walk Details Distance Approx. time Height gain OS Map 3.5km 1.5 hours 40m Landranger 84 Walking Holidays Feel the warmth of a Dumfries & Galloway welcome.     Why not join one of our walking festivals? Get active at one of our walking festivals.     The Moffat Hills Immerse yourself in the histrory of the Moffat Hills.     Galloway Hills & Glenkens Discover the contrasts of the Galloway Hills.     The Southern Upland Way Take on the challenge of the mighty Southern Upland Way.     In and Around our Towns and Villages Walks for everyone, on your doorstep.     Stay Safe in Dumfries & Galloway Heading for the hills? Register your details with the mountain rescue to stay safe.     The Lowther Hills Enjoy the dramatic views from the Lowter Hills.     The Coast With over 200 miles of coastline you'll be spoilt for choice!