Neidpath Castle and the Tweed from Peebles
A riverside loop from Peebles past a 14th-century tower above the Tweed.
- Distance
- 6.8 km
- Ascent
- 180 m
- Time
- 2–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 335 m
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About this walk
Neidpath Castle and the Tweed from Peebles is an easy 6.8 km circular walk with 180 m of ascent, taking 2 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Peebles (grid reference NT 251 404). The start can be reached by public transport.
The Tweed flows through the middle of Peebles, and a path follows it upstream through woods to Neidpath Castle, a tower house standing high above a bend in the river. The walk continues to the old railway viaduct, crosses it, and returns along the far bank.
It's one of the best short walks in the Borders, and easy from the town.
Route
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1
Up the Tweed
Follow the river upstream past Neidpath Castle.
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The viaduct
Cross the old railway viaduct and return along the other bank.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Neidpath Castle and the Tweed from Peebles take?
- Most walkers take 2–2.5 hours for the 6.8 km route, which has 180 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 Peebles (grid reference NT 251 404). Car parks in Peebles (charge).
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Edinburgh to Peebles. Check times on Traveline Scotland.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Riverside paths and tracks, with some steps.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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