The Eildon Hills from Melrose
The three-topped landmark of the Borders, straight from Melrose Abbey on St Cuthbert's Way.
- Distance
- 4.9 km
- Ascent
- 350 m
- Time
- 1.5–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 422 m
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About this walk
The Eildon Hills from Melrose is an easy 4.9 km out-and-back walk with 350 m of ascent, taking 1.5 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Melrose (grid reference NT 548 340). The start can be reached by public transport.
The Eildon Hills rise behind Melrose with three distinctive tops, steeped in legend: Thomas the Rhymer is said to have met the Queen of Elfland here, and the Romans built their fort of Trimontium below. From Melrose, St Cuthbert's Way climbs straight up between the hills.
The route takes in Mid Hill, the highest, with views across the Tweed valley, then returns to the town and its abbey.
Route
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1
St Cuthbert's Way
Follow St Cuthbert's Way up from the town between the hills.
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2
Mid Hill
Climb to the top of Mid Hill, then return to Melrose.
Summit
Eildon Mid Hill
422 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does The Eildon Hills from Melrose take?
- Most walkers take 1.5–2.5 hours for the 4.9 km route, which has 350 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Melrose (grid reference NT 548 340). Car parks in Melrose.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Tweedbank station on the Borders Railway is about 3 km away; buses run to Melrose. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Steps and steep grassy paths.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the fells and moors: keep dogs on a lead near livestock, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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