View of Floors Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Hawick

View of Floors Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Hawick

Moderate

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View of Floors Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Hawick

02:41

64.7km

440m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 40.2 km for 52 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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12.9 km

Chesters Glen

Forest

30.3 km

View of Floors Castle

Highlight • Castle

Along this stretch of road, you can enjoy sublime views toward the gorgeous Floors Castle. The castle was built in 1721 and was the home of the Innes-Ker family for over 300 years.

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32.2 km

View of Junction Pool at the Confluence of the Rivers Teviot and Tweed

Highlight • River

A beautiful spot here at the confluence of Rivers Teviot and Tweed, out of a postcard or a photo album. You will see Kelso Bridge from here to the south …

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32.9 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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33.0 km

River Tweed at Kelso

Highlight • River

The River Tweed is central to the Scottish Borders town of Kelso, where the River Teviot flows into it. The confluence of these two rivers, known as the Junction Pool, …

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39.3 km

Glen Plantation

Forest

40.3 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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64.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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