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Gala Policies

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Easy

A very short circular through these charming former policy woodlands of what was New Gala House. In 1974 the then Selkirkshire County Council purchased the woodlands for the enjoyment of the people.

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1mi
2km
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131ft
40m
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131ft
40m

Harestanes Paths

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Moderate

Using Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre as a base you can explore the woods beside Folly Loch and Peniel Heugh or take a short stroll around the Cricket Park.

height
7mi
11km
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984ft
300m
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984ft
300m
Towns along route: Ancrum

Lindean Loch Nature Reserve

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Easy

An attractive short circular excellent for bird watching both for water-fowl on the loch and song birds in the deciduous trees or just enjoy the scenery.

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1mi
2km
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33ft
10m
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33ft
10m
Towns along route: Galashiels

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