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 is a challenging little walk, which will be taken at an easy walking pace. Starting from Morebattle, we take a path down the back of the village to cross the Kale Water, then through a stretch of woodland and small fields. We then cross the B6401 and start the steady climb up a farm track to Grubbit Law. At this point we cross the St Cuthbert’s Way and follow a narrow path which drops down slightly, before going through a gate, and following the wall and fence along the ridge to Hownam Law. The last little bit of a climb up to the trig point is across rough ground. We come off Hownam Law via a short, but rough, and slightly steep path, at Grange Hill. We then pick up a farm track that takes us on an undulating route down to Hownam Grange farm. From this point we are on tarmac for circa 1 mile, with a short climb up to the Hownam road and back to Morebattle. There are stunning views from this walk, particularly from Hownam Law itself, and on the route down. There is the possibility of cattle at any point on this walk. It can be quite windy on the hill even on a good day. Full hill walking gear, strong boots/shoes, walking poles if you use them. Drink and snacks for two stops.
Circular walk, grade C+, moderate. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Sally
Estimated duration: 4.5 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 & 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.
Morebattle village shop. Public toilets available across the road from the shop.
