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Temple of the Muses – Dryburgh Suspension Bridge loop from Kelso

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Temple of the Muses – Dryburgh Suspension Bridge loop from Kelso

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Temple of the Muses – Dryburgh Suspension Bridge loop from Kelso

03:21

55.5km

500m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 17.8 km for 24 m

After 18.2 km for 21 m

After 53.1 km for 14 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.13 km

Kelso Bank Plantation

Forest

7.74 km

Makerstoun Kirk

Highlight • Historical Site

In a rural and peaceful location, Makerstoun Kirk dates back to 1808. In the churchyard, you will find a pedestal with a sundial, which was gifted by General Sir Thomas …

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17.4 km

Dryburgh Abbey Ruins

Highlight • Religious Site

The ruins of Dryburgh Abbey are arguably one of the most spectacular of the 4 abbeys. The abbey was founded in 1150 and sits alongside the River Tweed.

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17.7 km

Temple of the Muses

Highlight • Historical Site

This beautiful circular temple was built in 1817 by the Earl of Buchan (probably not with own hands, I gather?...) as a tribute to poet James Thomson. A beautiful place to stop at.

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17.8 km

Dryburgh Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

A picturesque and sturdy suspension bridge here, providing a fun wobble over the river. On the northern bank, you will see the Temple of the Muses, too.

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44.2 km

Ploughlands Pond Wood

Forest

54.1 km

View of Junction Pool at the Confluence of the Rivers Teviot and Tweed

Highlight • River

A beautiful spot here at the confluence of Rivers Teviot and Tweed, out of a postcard or a photo album. You will see Kelso Bridge from here to the south …

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54.7 km

Kelso Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

12th century Abbey that made Kelso a powerful town in the area for hundreds of years. The Abbey was closed in June 2022 due to safety issues so check ahead. …

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55.0 km

River Tweed Salmon Fishing Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

55.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.2 km

8.16 km

6.99 km

1.59 km

597 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

34.1 km

13.0 km

2.68 km

2.27 km

2.15 km

1.40 km

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

17°C

9°C

0 %

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Temple of the Muses – Dryburgh Suspension Bridge loop from Kelso

Makerstoun Kirk

Dryburgh Abbey Ruins

Temple of the Muses

Dryburgh Suspension Bridge

View of Junction Pool at the Confluence of the Rivers Teviot and Tweed

Kelso Abbey

River Tweed Salmon Fishing Museum

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