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Ettrick And Yarrow

The Gordon Arms – B709 Through Altrieve Valley loop from Bowhill House

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
Scotland
South Scotland
Scottish Borders
Ettrick And Yarrow

The Gordon Arms – B709 Through Altrieve Valley loop from Bowhill House

Moderate

18

riders

The Gordon Arms – B709 Through Altrieve Valley loop from Bowhill House

02:48

46.2km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 28, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.10 km

View of Newark Castle

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Newark Castle near Selkirk is on the Bowhill Estate and is clearly visible from estate roads that are publicly accessible. Consisting of a 15th century great tower erected for the …

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2

2.81 km

Yarrowford Bridge

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5.38 km

Tinnis Stiel Wood

Forest

4

16.1 km

The Gordon Arms

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Not much else around this area so take advantage if you’re passing.

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5

17.9 km

B709 Through Altrieve Valley

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watch out for sheep

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6

32.5 km

Ettrick Valley

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37.5 km

Kirkhope Woodland Project

Forest

8

37.9 km

Ettrickbridge Sports Field

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Start route for the annual MacMillan charity ride around end of May. Great route, good facilities. It’s worth supporting the good cause if you are in the area.

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46.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.1 km

16.1 km

Surfaces

46.2 km

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Saturday 16 May

12°C

3°C

54 %

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