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Eildon Ramblers Group

Based in the Scottish Borders, Eildon Ramblers is a friendlywalking group for people of all ages. We offer year-round walks to suit avariety of tastes.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

Leaving the woodland behind we walk along a short section of road then head north up Graham’s hill. Here we have panoramic views of Borders landmarks. Continuing along field tracks and lanes we arrive a the A698 Jedburgh to Kelso road. Crossing directly into a field we make our way down to the River Teviot. (previously otters and kingfishers have been spotted here). The route then follows the river Kale back up stream along a delightful wooded path. We head back on a quiet road passing pretty cottages and old farm buildings (currently being developed as a whiskey distillery). Another stretch of rough field verge takes us back into Bowmont Forest. This is a mature working forest. From the southern edge there are splendid views to the Cheviots Hills. We follow a well-defined track through the trees around the forest back to the car park.

Mostly forest tracks, fields and riverside - some short road walking sections.

Great panoramic views.

Two refreshment stops

Sturdy boots & poles advised.

Saturday, 31 May 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
228m / 748ft
Type:
circular

Circular walk, grade C+, moderate.   Hiking boots and poles are recommended.

Walk leader: Marian

Estimated duration: 4 hours

Maximum number of walkers:  n/a

Eildon Ramblers members:  please contact the walk leader per the directions in the Secretary’s email.

Members of other Ramblers groups & potential new members are welcome to apply to join this walk.  Please contact walks@eildonramblers.org.uk leaving your name and mobile phone no.  The walk leader will contact you.

Registration deadline.  You should register with the Walk Leader no later than 5pm on (a) the Thursday prior to a Saturday walk, or (b) the Friday prior to a Sunday walk.

Possible change to walk.  With the increasing frequency of adverse weather events, be sure to check the ‘Cancelled or Changed Walks’ box on our website Home page before coming on the walk.

Covid-19.  Please read the Covid-19 advice on our website, and observe the recommended precautions.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
NT 73200 28801
Nearest postcode:
TD5 8EA
what3words:
freely.force.quiet
Start time:
10:00 am

Bowmont forest car park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking