Kelso Abbey – Kelso Bridge loop from Bowmont Forest

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Kelso Abbey – Kelso Bridge loop from Bowmont Forest

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Kelso Abbey – Kelso Bridge loop from Bowmont Forest

02:52

47.3km

390m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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: August 6, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 34.9 km for 52 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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7.38 km

Mayfield

Forest

8.18 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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8.21 km

Kelso War Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The memorial is situated next to the Kelso Abbey ruins, on the side of the road as you cross the Rennie Bridge into the town.

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8.39 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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10.4 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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24.0 km

Teardrop Tearoom at Woodside Garden Centre

Highlight • Cafe

25.0 km

Harestanes Countryside Visitor Centre

Highlight • Restaurant

This is a lovely place to stop at, including for families with children. There is a café here, activities for children (including crafts), exhibition and four woodland walks. All surrounded …

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29.3 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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34.9 km

This bridge is A-listed, and dates back to approximately 1825-1830. It's one of the earliest carriage suspension bridges that are still in use. And the lovely views from it of River Teviot are a bonus.

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35.9 km

Glen Plantation

Forest

47.3 km

End point

Parking

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