Cauldshiels Loch and the River Tweed, Melrose

Summary

A varied walk starting from Melrose and climbing through newly planted woodland and farmland to tranquil Cauldshiels Loch before descending to the River Tweed which is followed back to Melrose. The route passes Abbotsford, the home of Sir Walter Scott, which could be visited as a detour.

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Bog Factor (key)

  • 3.5/5

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Terrain

Town streets, minor roads no pavements, riverside paths.

Public Transport

Bus to Melrose.

Start

Melrose Abbey (car parking opposite). Open in Google Maps.

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