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Rolling Hills Road – Newbattle Abbey loop from Shawfair

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United Kingdom

Scotland

Lothian

Danderhall And District

Rolling Hills Road – Newbattle Abbey loop from Shawfair

Hard

4.0

(2)

riders

Rolling Hills Road – Newbattle Abbey loop from Shawfair

03:54

62.2km

670m

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: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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14.7 km

View of Edinburgh and Arthur's Seat from The Mound

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Scotland is known for its stunning scenery and views. This section of the route showcases the very best of the region's landscape. After reaching the top of The Mound hill, …

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27.2 km

The road meanders through an original hilly landscape. It is moderately uphill and downhill, the surface is good and there is little traffic. Going here is a wonderful experience where you can really enjoy the nature around you.

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34.3 km

View of the Scottish Borders

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39.5 km

View of Edinburgh and the Pentland Hills

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Exactly what is says on the tin - nice view towards Goredbridge and Edinburgh, as well as the Pentland Hills.

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42.3 km

Castleton Strip

Forest

49.9 km

Dalhousie Strip Wood

Forest

53.5 km

Eskbank Station

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Great place to park and start the ride or travel in by train from the borders or city centre.

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55.5 km

Newbattle Abbey

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Founded in 1140 by monks from the nearby Melrose, Newbattle Abbey was once a Cistercian monastery. The abbey had a difficult past and was burned down by English royalists in …

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62.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.9 km

11.4 km

2.62 km

1.25 km

785 m

112 m

105 m

Surfaces

60.4 km

1.16 km

531 m

105 m

Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 6 July

18°C

14°C

34 %

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Max wind speed: 27.0 km/h

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View of Edinburgh

View of Edinburgh and Arthur's Seat from The Mound