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Overview

Scenic hiking round trip from Galashiels via Meigle Hill and Gala Hill. Partly on the Southern Upland Way and partly on rougher track over Meigle Hill. Could be very wet underfoot.

13.7km 8.6miles, 400m 1320ft ascent

Saturday, 25 October 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
400m / 1312ft
Type:
circular

Contact leader for public transport details. Booking essential

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 49358 36291
Nearest postcode:
TD1 1BW
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Start time:
10:00 am

Galashiels bus/train station

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