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Biggar Group

We are the Biggar Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

This is the first stage of the St Cuthbert's Way which winds across Borders countryside from Melrose to Lindisfarne. We set off from the lovely historic town of Melrose with an initial steep climb up the Eildon Hills. We pass all 3 hills and enjoy spectacular views before descending down to the village of Bowden. From there we have a gentle ramble along farmland and woodland paths to Newton St Boswells before walking beside the River Tweed to the pretty historic village of St Boswells.

Sunday, 18 May 2025
Meeting time:
9:15 am
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
325m / 1066ft
Type:
linear

Most of the walk is gentle however the initial section up the Eildons is a stiff climb and included a section of board steps.

Features

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

Meeting point

Grid reference:
NT 04282 37829
Nearest postcode:
ML12 6DH
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Meeting time:
9:15 am

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 54805 33994
Nearest postcode:
TD6 9PL
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet at car park opposite abbey

Finishing point

Grid reference:
NT 59356 30890
Nearest postcode:
TD6 0AH
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Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking