Housebyres

Walking

A moderate circular taking you up to the pretty Byres Loch and returning on the Southern Upland Way along the River Tweed and over The Chain Bridge.

The Chain Bridge was built in 1826 with a restriction placed on it that only 8 people were allowed on it at any one time; swinging the bridge was an offence. Gattonside is situated on a south slope so the monks had their orchards here.

Further information:

Paths around Melrose

Downloads:

pathsaroundmelrose2016-PDF-final.pdf Melrose_4.gpx

Distance:

8mi / 13km

Total climb:

1,082ft / 330m

Total descent:

1,082ft / 330m

Towns along route:

Melrose

Difficulty:

Moderate

Difficulty notes:

Minor roads and mostly good paths, although some stretches could be muddy after rain. Moderate gradients in places. Boots or walking shoes are recommended.

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What you'll see

Melrose

Towns & Villages

The trail starts in Melrose beside the magical Eildon Hills.