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Overview

Train to Tweedbank, walk to Melrose, climb the three Eildons, return to Melrose by the Borders Abbeys Way. Return to Tweedbank, Bus or car to Melrose also possible.

Edinburgh Group Grade B (short).

Booking essential. please contact walk leader with a phone number for travel and walk details.

Saturday, 17 January 2026
Start time:
9:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
500m / 1640ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 52367 34903
Nearest postcode:
TD1 3SP
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Start time:
9:00 am

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