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Paxton House to Union Chain Bridge Circular

Walking Route

Paxton House to Union Chain Bridge Circular

Walking

A circular route from the elegant Paxton House passing along a section of the River Tweed and through the policy woodlands.

Paxton House was built in 1758 for Patrick Home of Billie; the building is one of the finest examples of Palladian architecture in Britain.

Paxton House lies 5 miles south-east of Chirnside.

Further information:
Paths around Chirnside
Downloads:
Paths_Around_Chirnsidelow_res.pdf Chirnside_4.gpx
height
Distance:
3mi / 5km
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Total climb:
328ft / 100m
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Total descent:
328ft / 100m
Towns along route:
Paxton
Difficulty:
Easy
Difficulty notes:
Trodden paths, farm tracks and minor roads
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What you'll see

Image of Paxton

Paxton

Towns & Villages

The small country village of Paxton lies next to the Rivertweed and is a well known spot for salmon fishing.

Image of Union Chain Bridge

Union Chain Bridge - Berwick upon Tweed

Low Level Walks

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