Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn And Smailholm
Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn And Smailholm
Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn And Smailholm, a region in the Scottish Borders, is characterized by its diverse landscape, offering varied terrain for outdoor activities. The area features rolling hills, expansive agricultural land, and the meandering River Tweed, providing scenic riverside paths. Woodlands and historic estates contribute to the natural beauty, with vistas often extending towards the distant Cheviot Hills. This environment supports several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
74
Routes
4.4
(52)
Average rating
880
People visited

4.4
(5)
196
riders
90.8km
04:06
930m
920m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
47.7km
02:06
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

38
riders
32.3km
01:18
140m
140m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
47.3km
02:09
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.6
(18)
148
hikers
12.4km
03:13
80m
80m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
hikers
9.40km
02:27
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5
hikers
12.5km
03:21
150m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

1
hikers
20.5km
05:23
170m
170m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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1
riders
22.8km
01:50
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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1
riders
18.9km
01:49
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

78.0km
07:12
1,830m
1,830m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

54.0km
04:47
1,290m
1,290m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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2
riders
58.6km
03:30
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

74.9km
04:28
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

90.0km
05:26
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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37
riders
50.2km
03:07
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
10.7km
01:11
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
runners
5.17km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
10.0km
01:03
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
4.12km
00:28
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn And Smailholm offers a variety of outdoor activities including mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging. The region features diverse terrain with rolling hills, agricultural land, and the meandering River Tweed.
While specific dedicated mountain biking trails within the immediate area are not extensively detailed, the broader Scottish Borders region is a significant mountain biking destination. Komoot offers a guide for MTB Trails around Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn And Smailholm.
The region has a network of hiking trails, from easy strolls to more challenging routes. Notable options include the Borders Abbeys Way: Roxburgh and Kelso Loop, the Stichill Linn loop, and the Smailholm Tower and Lady Hill loop. More details are available in the Hiking around Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn And Smailholm guide.
The Scottish Borders is known for its quiet roads suitable for road cycling. The area around Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn, and Smailholm offers various routes, including sections of the UK cycle route 1. A guide for Road Cycling Routes around Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn And Smailholm is available.
Key historical landmarks include Floors Castle, a stately home with extensive grounds, and Smailholm Tower, a 15th-century tower house offering panoramic views. The broader Scottish Borders also features ancient abbeys and castles.
Yes, the region offers family-friendly options such as the cycle trail at Floors Castle and easy loop walks like the Stichill Linn loop. The trails generally feature accessible paths and gentle gradients suitable for various fitness levels.
The region has more than 9,000 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. It features 12 routes across various sports, with an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including MTB Trails, Hiking, Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, Easy Hikes, and Running Trails.
The area is characterized by picturesque rolling hills, expansive agricultural land, and the meandering River Tweed. Notable natural attractions include the Stichill Linn waterfall and the scenic Eden Water. Woodlands and historic estates also enhance the natural beauty.
The official website for the local administrative body is the Floors, Makerstoun, Nenthorn & Smailholm Community Council. The website address is fmnscommunitycouncil.co.uk.
Yes, the region offers trails suitable for beginners. For hiking, easy strolls and loops like the Stichill Linn loop are available. For cycling, Floors Castle has a family-friendly cycle trail. These routes generally feature gentle gradients.

