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Eskbank / Newbattle

Newbattle Abbey – Newbattle Abbey College loop from Dalkeith

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Eskbank / Newbattle

Newbattle Abbey – Newbattle Abbey College loop from Dalkeith

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hikers

Newbattle Abbey – Newbattle Abbey College loop from Dalkeith

01:43

6.37km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

4.18 km

Newbattle Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Founded in 1140 by monks from the nearby Melrose, Newbattle Abbey was once a Cistercian monastery. The abbey had a difficult past and was burned down by English royalists in 1385. Later, the abbey was turned into a stately home before becoming a College of Education in 1937 which it remains today. The abbey is also a popular venue for events and weddings.

You can explore the abbey's 900 year history on a guided tour on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm. The tour costs £5 per person. You can find more information, here: newbattleabbey.com/tours

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2

4.32 km

Newbattle Abbey College

Highlight • Historical Site

3

4.62 km

Large Tree With Curved Branch

Highlight • Viewpoint

Super cool tree, perfect for photography

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6.37 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.74 km

1.58 km

632 m

349 m

Surfaces

1.58 km

1.47 km

1.17 km

989 m

751 m

340 m

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