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Rhymer's Stone

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Rhymer's Stone

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    Location: Melrose And District, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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    September 15, 2023

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    Rhymer’s Stone is large stone inscribed with the legend of Thomas the Rhymer.

    It marks the site of the Eildon Tree under which, according to legends, Thomas The Rhymer met the Faerie Queen.

    July 6, 2023

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    Location of Eildon tree. With an interesting tale.

    October 12, 2023

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    Thomas Rhymer was a Scottish laird in the 13th century with a reputation for prophesy and supernatural powers - he famously prophesised the death of King Alexander III.

    Rhymer’s Stone is large stone inscribed with the legend of Thomas the Rhymer. It was erected by the Melrose Literary Society in 1929 and marks the site of the Eildon Tree under which, legend says, Thomas The Rhymer met the Faerie Queen.

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    1. Melrose and Selkirk loop from Tweedbank

    49.8km

    03:08

    470m

    470m

    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 160 m

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    Location: Melrose And District, Scottish Borders, South Scotland, Scotland, United Kingdom

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