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.
This challenging, walk joins the Southern Upland Way outside Lauder and climbs steadily up to Braidshawrig. It then heads round towards Borrowstone Rig and Dabshead Hill before the ascent through woodland to join the Southern Upland Way again for the final miles.
The pace will need to be brisk to complete the walk in good daylight.
There are stiles to climb. Poles and boots recommended.
Circular walk, grade B+, strenuous. Hiking boots and poles are recommended.
Walk leader: Deborah
Estimated duration: 5.5 hours + breaks
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.
Start point: car park at the entrance to the Thirlestane Woodland Lodges (off B6362). Note earlier start time.
