Floors Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Kelso

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Floors Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Kelso

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Floors Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Kelso

02:41

43.8km

360m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.03 km

Angraflat Plantation

Forest

2.36 km

Floors Castle

Highlight • Monument

A truly magnificent castle, and a Category A listed building. It is the home of the Duke of Roxburghe, and, apparently, the largest inhabited castle in Scotland. It was built …

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8.75 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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25.7 km

Nisbet Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Nisbet Bridge is a distinctive steel truss bridge spanning the River Teviot.

These types of bridges were constructed in various spots across the Scottish Borders starting in the 1880s. The …

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40.1 km

View of Floors Castle

Highlight • Castle

Overlooking the junction of the rivers Tweed and Tevio is Roxburgh Castle. It’s a ruined royal castle that can be seen from the road here.

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42.1 km

Kelso Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Kelso Bridge (also known at Rennie Bridge) is an elegant bridge spanning the Tweed at Kelso.

It opened in 1803 and was the work of the famous Scottish engineer, John Rennie.

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42.3 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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42.4 km

Set on the banks of the Tweet and Teviot rivers, Ednam House is a lovely hotel in Kelso. Sir Walter Scott once described Kelso as the most beautiful town in Scotland, which is reflected in Ednam House.

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