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Kelso

Dryburgh Suspension Bridge – Melrose Abbey loop from Kelso

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United Kingdom
Scotland
South Scotland
Scottish Borders
Kelso

Dryburgh Suspension Bridge – Melrose Abbey loop from Kelso

Hard

5.0

(3)

37

riders

Dryburgh Suspension Bridge – Melrose Abbey loop from Kelso

03:07

50.2km

480m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

17.7 km

Dryburgh Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Surrounded by spectacular grounds, Dryburgh Abbey is one of the most complete border abbeys in Scotland. Established in 1150, the abbey was the premier house in Scotland of the Premonstratensian order. Although it was damaged by fire three times, the abbey still has paintwork that dates back to the 12th century. The gothic architecture is home to the burial place of David Erskine and Sir Walter Scott.

The abbey is open from 9.30am until 5.30pm from April to 30th September. Tickets cost £6 for adults. You can find more information, here: historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/dryburgh-abbey

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2

18.3 km

The Muse of Nature Sculpture

Highlight • Structure

Just adjacent to an attractive suspension bridge in Dryburgh

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3

18.4 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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4

22.4 km

Rhymer's Stone

Highlight • Historical Site

Rhymer’s Stone is large stone inscribed with the legend of Thomas the Rhymer.

It marks the site of the Eildon Tree under which, according to legends, Thomas The Rhymer met the Faerie Queen.

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5

24.6 km

Melrose Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

The crumbling ruins of Melrose Abbey are an impressive site. Founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, the abbey is a beautiful example of early masonry work. In 1385, Richard II's army destroyed most of the abbey. It is also thought to be the resting place of Robert the Bruce's heart, one of Scotland's national heroes. You can find more information, here: visitscotland.com/info/see-do/melrose-abbey-p247611.

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6

27.2 km

Trimontium Roman Fort Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

The Three Peaks of the Eildon Hills.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trimontium_(Newstead)

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7

27.8 km

Leaderfoot Viaduct

Highlight • Viewpoint

Sometimes called the Drygrange Viaduct, this impressive structure stands 126 feet above the River Tweed. A good place to stop for a break and try and glimpse a train going over.

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36.0 km

Over Town

Forest

37.0 km

Pincushion Plantation

Forest

10

42.3 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 Makdougall Brisbane, once Governor General of New South Wales.

A bench is provided near the churchyard, which is a great place to rest on.

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50.2 km

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44.5 km

2.83 km

2.03 km

366 m

272 m

155 m

Surfaces

29.7 km

20.0 km

366 m

106 m

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