Based in the Scottish Borders, Eildon Ramblers is a friendlywalking group for people of all ages. We offer year-round walks to suit avariety of tastes.
This walk follows the route of the Victorian Carriage drive, originally intended for the Bowhill estate owners and their guests to enjoy the views which are lovely on a clear day.
We head initially along the road past Bowhill House, then onto good tracks, climbing steadily through the forest, onto the exposed moorland above and back down through more open views where some of the forest has been cleared. We head back past the imposing ruins of Newark Castle, then down along the Lady's walk, following the Yarrow back to the start.
Although on good paths, it may be muddy in places so boots and poles are recommended.
Food and drink for 2 stops, and plenty of layers, as it can be cold round the top.
Car parking on the right as you come onto Bowhill Estate (before the entry barriers). There are ticket machines for parking - £3 payable by credit/debit card.
Circular walk, grade B, moderate. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Pamela
Estimated duration: 4 hours
Maximum number of walkers: n/a
Eildon Ramblers members: please contact the walk leader per the directions in the Secretary’s email.
Members of other Ramblers groups (please bring your membership card) & potential new members are welcome to apply to join this walk. Please contact walks@eildonramblers.org.uk leaving your name and mobile phone no. The walk leader will contact you.
Registration deadline. You should register with the Walk Leader no later than 5pm on (a) the Thursday prior to a Saturday walk, or (b) the Friday prior to a Sunday walk.
Possible change to walk. With the increasing frequency of adverse weather events, be sure to check the ‘Cancelled or Changed Walks’ box on our website Home page before coming on the walk.
Covid-19. Please read the Covid-19 advice on our website, and observe the recommended precautions.
Car parking on the right as you come onto Bowhill Estate (before the entry barriers). There are ticket machines for parking - £3 payable by credit/debit card.
