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Over Phawhope Bothy

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Over Phawhope Bothy

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    Location: Ettrick And Yarrow, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    January 3, 2020

    Hiking

    Over Phawhope Bothy is thought to have been the home of William Laidlaw, a famous Scottish poet, and his wife Bessie Scott in the early 18th century. These days, the well-equipped bothy is well-placed for hikers on the Southern Upland Way, breaking-up an unavoidably long section.

    June 16, 2023

    Hiking

    One of my favourite bothies if you don't like roughing it, Over Phawhope is really cosy, with a wood-burning stove and two snug bedrooms with wooden sleeping platforms. Outside there's a stream, picnic table and even a composting loo - luxury!

    December 13, 2025

    Hiking

    This spacious bothy is a lovely place for a break (for lunch) or an overnight stay. The view of felled forest slopes is a bit depressing, but inside you can cozy up by the fire.

    More info: mountainbothies.org.uk/bothies/southern-scotland/over-phawhope
    Be kind: after your stay, please make a donation to the caretaker. You can do so at mountainbothies.org.uk/_donation
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    1. Over Phawhope Bothy loop from Ettrick

    16.2km

    05:22

    750m

    760m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 380 m

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    Grid ref: LR79: NT 183 082

    www.mountainbothies.org.uk/bothies/southern-scotland/over-phawhope/

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