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Jedburgh Abbey – Cessford Castle Ruins loop from Jedburgh

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Jedburgh Abbey – Cessford Castle Ruins loop from Jedburgh

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Jedburgh Abbey – Cessford Castle Ruins loop from Jedburgh

02:08

34.1km

360m

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 20, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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362 m

Jed Water Riverside Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Waterside Walk offers a picturesque foot and cycle path tracing the course of the Jed Water. It meanders between a verdant meadow and a rugged cliff on the opposing bank.

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1.53 km

Mary Queen of Scots' House

Highlight • Monument

It's worth a visit

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1.85 km

Jedburgh Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

This is a truly superb and impressive ruined Augustinian abbey from the 12th century. Right in the centre of the town of Jedburgh, it is an absolute must, particularly if you are a history buff!

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4.42 km

Belvidere Wood

Forest

13.6 km

Cessford Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Cessford Castle is an atmospheric ruin that was built in the 15th century by the Kerr family. The tower house is heavily fortified with walls 13 feet (4 m) thick …

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15.5 km

Fox Covert

Forest

22.1 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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27.8 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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34.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.4 km

2.60 km

1.25 km

397 m

275 m

108 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.7 km

300 m

111 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Saturday 9 May

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Jedburgh Abbey – Cessford Castle Ruins loop from Jedburgh

Jed Water Riverside Path

Mary Queen of Scots' House

Jedburgh Abbey

Cessford Castle Ruins

Kalemouth Suspension Bridge

Nisbet Bridge

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