Cademuir hill forts & the Tweed

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View over the Manor valley from Cademuir fort

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Overview

This wonderfully varied circular walk uses old paths to climb high across the flanks of Cademuir Hill, visiting its hillforts and their fine views. The return to Peebles is then made along the beautiful banks of the Tweed.

Saturday, 17 January 2026

Meeting time:: 8:30 am
Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.5km / 7.8mi
Ascent:: 243m / 797ft
Type:: circular

OS Sheet: 337
Local Walk Grade: B

The walk will be co led by Chris Matheson Dear

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NS 99400 77001
Nearest postcode:: EH49 7AW
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Meeting time:: 8:30 am

Car park at the rear of the West Port hotel

Starting point

Grid reference:: NT 25099 40201
Nearest postcode:: EH45 9EW
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Start time:: 9:45 am

Kingsmeadow car park

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