Circular on Lauder Common

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Overview

Following the Southern Upland Way for a short section over Chester Hill, then skirting Staunchley Hill turning to the west. One kilometre road section, turn right to Burgess' Cairn and east along Brown Rig and over Scarce Law. Return through Lauder High Street to the starting point. OS73. MEET NB 8.30, Hadd 8.45 for a 9.30 start. Contribution towards petrol £4. Please contact the leader to book your place.

Sunday, 14 December 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 300m / 984ft
Type:: circular

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: NT 53000 47201
Nearest postcode:: TD2 6QF
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Start time:: 9:30 am

Park at the car park where the Southern Upland Way meets Mill Wynd off Market Place in Lauder

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