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Rhymer’s Route

Walking Route

Rhymer’s Route

Walking

Although quite a long route there is an interesting variety of terrain from town to hill to farmland and woodland.

The sections over the Eildons and Cauldshiels Hill have steep ascents and descents. You can also stop for a moment at the Rhymer’s Stone; Thomas Rhymer was spirited away by the fairies according to folklore.

Further information:
Paths around Melrose
Downloads:
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Distance:
9.5mi / 15.5km
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Total climb:
1,574ft / 480m
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Total descent:
1,574ft / 480m
Towns along route:
Melrose, Newstead
Difficulty:
Hard
Difficulty notes:
Paths, tracks and stretches of open country. Some stretches can be muddy. Steep gradients in places. Boots or walking shoes are recommended.
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What you'll see

Image of Melrose

Melrose

Towns & Villages

The trail starts in Melrose beside the magical Eildon Hills.

Image of Although quite a long route there is an interesting variety of terrain from town to hill to farmland and woodland. The sections over the Eildons and Cauldshiels Hill have steep ascents and descents. You can also stop for a moment at the Rhymer’s Stone; Thomas Rhymer was spirited away by the fairies according to folklore.

Newstead

Towns & Villages

Newstead is a village approximately 1 mile east of Melrose. It is thought to be the oldest continually-inhabited settlement in Scotland.