Hume Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Earlston

Hume Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Earlston

Moderate

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Hume Castle – Kelso Abbey loop from Earlston

02:24

52.4km

530m

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 19, 2026

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After 33.1 km for 243 m

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Start point

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9.73 km

Gordon's Little Shop

Highlight • Cafe

An amazing little shop selling homemade rolls, pies, scones and cakes. And hot drinks. Very reasonable price.
Open 7 days.

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9.73 km

King George VI Post Box

Highlight • Historical Site

An old post box, circa 1930s.

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20.4 km

Hume Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Although the first castle was here already in the 13th century, the present Hume Castle was erected in 1794 by the Earl of Marchmont - as a folly. There are …

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25.5 km

View of the Scottish Borders Countryside

Highlight • Natural

25.9 km

Stichill Kirk and Churchyard

Highlight • Religious Site

The first church on this site existed already in the 10th century, but has been rebuilt on many occasions since. The church graveyard has some very interesting stones, but perhaps …

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29.9 km

Angraflat Plantation

Forest

31.3 km

Broomlands Wood

Forest

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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