View of Neidpath Castle – Neidpath Tunnel loop from Peebles

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Royal Burgh Of Peebles And District

View of Neidpath Castle – Neidpath Tunnel loop from Peebles

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View of Neidpath Castle – Neidpath Tunnel loop from Peebles

01:45

6.35km

100m

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 18, 2026

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1.13 km

Fotheringham Bridge over the River Tweed

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Fotheringham Bridge is a steel-truss footbridge across the River Tweed. It is located a half-mile (0.8 km) west of the centre of Peebles in the Scottish Borders.

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1.95 km

View of Neidpath Castle

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Neidpath Castle was founded as far back as 1190 but the present castle was mostly built in the 14th century. It's a rare example of a fortified tower house.
It's …

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2.66 km

Neidpath Viaduct

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Paths around may get very muddy

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2.69 km

Old Railway Viaduct

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The old railway viaduct bridge provides an elevated view of the surrounding area.

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2.93 km

Neidpath Tunnel

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Very long and a pitch black tunnel next to river Tweed towards Peebles. You walk 30metres inside the tunnel and you can't see a thing. Water droppings were making it …

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5.43 km

River Tweed Walkway to Neidpath Castle

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Beautiful in all seasons. Walkway along the river from Peebles to Neidpath Castle and beyond 🍁

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5.72 km

Peebles Town Centre

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6.01 km

Peebles Town Centre and Old Parish Church

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Peebles is a delightful Scottish Borders town that is well worth visiting!

Peebles is situated on the beautiful River Tweed and is surrounded by the rolling hills of the Southern …

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