Historic & Heritage Walks

Walking

A range of walks around the area to learn more about the history or heritage of the area.

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What you'll see

Abbotsford Grounds - Melrose

Visitor Attractions

A pleasant circular route around Abbotsford’s grounds, home of Sir Walter Scott

Tibbie Tamson’s Grave - Selkirk

Historic Buildings, Monuments & Statues, Monuments & Statues

An attractive circular walk up to Tibbie’s grave through woodland and farmland. Boots or strong shoes needed in wet conditions. Distance: 4 miles/2-3 hours

The Thomson Monument - Kelso

Historic Buildings, Monuments & Statues, Monuments & Statues

On a hill south west of Ednam stands a monument to James Thomson, who was born in in Ednam in 1700, the son of Ednam’…

Union Chain Bridge Circular - Berwick upon Tweed

Low Level Walks

Crossing the historic Union Chain Bridge takes you onto a circular route in the English borders

Smugglers Trail - Eyemouth

Outdoor Activities

The Smuggler's Trail is a route retracing the history of smugglers from the 1750s on the Berwickshire coast.

Dere Street Roman Road, Soutra - Soutra

Ancient

Walk in the footsteps of Roman soldiers on the empire’s main road through the south of Scotland.

Cally Woods Trail

Low Level Walks

This circular woodland walk is 5km long and takes approximately 2 hours to complete.

Blackpark to Threave/Bridge of Dee

Low Level Walks

8km walk from Blackpark to Threave Estate.

Tynron Doon Nature Walk

Low Level Walks

This 6km walk starts at Tynron Hall Car Park.