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Newbattle Abbey College – Newbattle Abbey loop from Dalkeith

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Newbattle Abbey College – Newbattle Abbey loop from Dalkeith

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Newbattle Abbey College – Newbattle Abbey loop from Dalkeith

01:21

5.12km

50m

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: May 10, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.89 km

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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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5.12 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.66 km

1.10 km

661 m

632 m

Surfaces

1.03 km

989 m

874 m

868 m

677 m

613 m

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Saturday 16 May

13°C

5°C

54 %

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Newbattle Abbey College – Newbattle Abbey loop from Dalkeith

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Newbattle Abbey College

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