Roxburgh Viaduct – Kelso Abbey loop from Maxton

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Roxburgh Viaduct – Kelso Abbey loop from Maxton

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Roxburgh Viaduct – Kelso Abbey loop from Maxton

03:38

59.0km

530m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.6 km for 63 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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12.4 km

Roxburgh Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

This is a truly massive, monumental and imposing structure over River Teviot. This used to carry trains on the St Boswells to Tweedmouth line; nowadays, it's only open to pedestrians. …

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17.7 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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26.0 km

Kale Water

Lake

31.7 km

Bus Shelter with Bench

Highlight • Rest Area

32.6 km

The Border Hotel – End of the Pennine Way

Highlight • Settlement

Kirk Yetholm marks the northern end of the Pennine Way. Well done if you have hiked the entire 267-mile (429 km) trail from Edale, in the Peak District.

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32.7 km

Start of the Scottish National Trail in Kirk Yetholm

Highlight • Trail

Or the starting point of the Scottish National Trail to Cape Wrath

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35.5 km

Broomyknowe

Forest

45.6 km

Kelso Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

12th century Abbey that made Kelso a powerful town in the area for hundreds of years. The Abbey was closed in June 2022 due to safety issues so check ahead. …

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45.8 km

Kelso Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Kelso Bridge (also known at Rennie Bridge) is an elegant bridge spanning the Tweed at Kelso.

It opened in 1803 and was the work of the famous Scottish engineer, John Rennie.

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