Neidpath Castle – View of Peebles from The Sware loop from Skirling
Neidpath Castle – View of Peebles from The Sware loop from Skirling
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Neidpath Castle – View of Peebles from The Sware loop from Skirling
02:12
51.0km
390m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 28, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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21.0 km
Edston Quarry Plantation
Forest
21.6 km
Castle Banks
Forest
22.4 km
Neidpath Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
Nowadays, Neidpath Castle belongs to the Earl of Wemyss. The Earl’s heir takes his courtesy title, Lord Neidpath, from it. The castle now offers private tours, lunches, and teas to visitors, in the Great Hall all year round, by appointment only.
Tip by
23.4 km
St Andrew's Tower and Graveyard
Highlight • Religious Site
Tip by
25.7 km
The Fat Badger
Highlight • Cafe
Tip by
27.9 km
View of Peebles from The Sware
Highlight • Climb
Tip by
51.0 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
45.0 km
3.76 km
1.47 km
817 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
49.1 km
1.76 km
185 m
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Elevation
Highest point (270 m)
Lowest point (160 m)
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Wednesday 8 July
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