Jedburgh Abbey and the Jed Water
A short riverside loop below a great Border abbey.
- Distance
- 4.5 km
- Ascent
- 90 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 136 m
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About this walk
Jedburgh Abbey and the Jed Water is an easy 4.5 km circular walk with 90 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Jedburgh Abbey (grid reference NT 650 204). The start can be reached by public transport.
Jedburgh Abbey is the most complete of the four Border abbeys, its red sandstone church still standing almost to the roof (Historic Environment Scotland, entry charge). The walk drops from the abbey to the Jed Water and follows the river through the town's parks and back past Mary Queen of Scots' House.
Route
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The river
Walk down to the Jed Water, follow it through the town and return to the abbey.
Summit
On the way
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Jedburgh AbbeyAbbey · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Jedburgh Abbey and the Jed Water take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 4.5 km route, which has 90 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 Jedburgh Abbey (grid reference NT 650 204). Car parks in Jedburgh.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses to Jedburgh from Edinburgh and Newcastle. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Riverside paths and pavements.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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